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Jon Aston

I have been interested in all things railways, since being introduced by my uncle when I was about 6 years old.I am interested in steam, heritage diesel, model railways and narrow gauge. I am a member of both the Severn Valley Railway and Telford Steam Railway. I am the Charities Officers of the Western Locomotive Association and a committee member and active volunteer of The Friends of Wellington (Shropshire) Station.
100 Articles

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Restoring Heritage Coach 7

Skilled workers at the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway have carried out repairs…

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Hull Trains Announce Third Year as Pride in Hull Partner

Hull Trains have announced that they will be a key partner of…

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Nexus get involved in Shaun the Sheep Trail in Newcastle and Gateshead

Nexus support a 'Shaun the Sheep' art trail in Newcastle and Gateshead…

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Japan: Introducing the Luxurious SPACIA X Limited Express

Tobu Railway has introduced a new luxury train built by Hitachi Rail…

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South Western Railway lead the way with Guide Dog training at Hampshire station.

South Western Railway have teamed up with Guide Dogs to provide training…

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Mid Suffolk Light Railway announces details of August events

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway announces its summer programme with lots of activities and…

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A Day at Staffordshire’s Leek and Rudyard Lake Railway

An account of a day out at Staffordshire's miniature Leek and Rudyard…

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Amberley Museum Rail Gala: Journey into History and Ingenuity

Amberley Museum is about to take visitors on a ride through history…

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Heritage Railways Dodge Threat of Coal Mining Ban

The Heritage Railway Association welcomes a decision to remove an outright ban…

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