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Mark Wilson

My interest in railways began when I was very young as it runs in the family. I volunteer in the loco department on the Bluebell Railway and at a privately owned miniature railway. I am also interested in model railways.
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Essex railway line to celebrate 175th anniversary with series of events

The Gainsborough Line in Essex is to celebrate 175 years of operation…

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Date announced for steam locomotive 32424 Beachy Head Launch

Bluebell announces the launch date of Brighton Atlantic No. 32424 Beachy Head

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Kent Whisky Trains return for 2024

The Spa Valley Railway has opened bookings for its 2024 whisky tasting…

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100th birthday celebrations for steam locomotive 4566

4566 is to celebrate its 100th birthday at the Severn Valley Railway

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Direct Glasgow trains to resume after hotel fire

Ayr station to partially re-open after former hotel fire

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Dad’s for a Quid at Leicestershire Railway this Father’s Day

'Dad's for a Quid' a unique twist on a heritage railway offer…

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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway celebrate steam gala success

Thousands attended the Cotswold Festival of Steam

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Plaque unveiled at Yorkshire Station recognises award win

Crakehall receives a plaque that recognises its 2023 NRHA win for the…

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Longer trains for Taylor Swift concert this week

Swifties to benefit from additional capacity on ScotRail services

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Celebrate this Father’s Day in the Yorkshire Dales

The Wensleydale Railway are to run a special Fathers Day lunchtime train…

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