Train operator launches a First Class dining experience
TransPennine Express (TPE) has launched a new menu for First Class passengers on its Liverpool to Newcastle services.
Author: Andy Weekes
As I child, I was fascinated by the diesels struggling and rattling up the gradient past my house, carrying holidaymakers to the south coast, or stone quarried from the Somerset hills. Today, I’m just as likely to be walking the old lines that fell victim to the Beeching axe as riding on them.
Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway’s Spring Gala to celebrate 200 years of train travel
The heritage line will look back at two centuries of rail travel on Saturday, 22nd March.
Valentine’s Day Love Hearts celebrates tourism
The rail operator hand delivered the giant six foot sweets to four attractions across its network, with a personal message of love for each.
RAIB releases update on Elizabeth Line speeding incident
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has released its findings on an incident last September in which an Elizabeth Line train passed over a set of p…
LNER supports football at LNER FC
The rail operator has donated £10,000 to its grassroots footballing namesake.
Bluebell begins work on steam locomotive Sharpthorn
Originally a contractor's locomotive, 'Sharpthorn', which has been at the Bluebell Railway since 1981, will now receive some much-needed surgery.
Serbia and Croatia linked by new rail freight route
A direct link established by ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) between Belgrade and Rijeka will link the Serbian rail network to the Adriatic.
Passengers jolted as East London train passes over junction
A passenger train passed over a set of points at almost double the speed limit near Manor Park station in east London.
Southeastern’s suicide prevention work receives award
Rail operator Southeastern's commitment to preventing people harming themselves on the railway has been applauded at the 2024 Kent Mental Wellbeing Aw…
B1 steam locomotive design revision allows for in-cab signalling
As part of its major overhaul, the 4-6-0 B1 class, no. 61264, is to have a new tender tank built.