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Michael Holden

I have had an interest in Railways for as long as I can remember. I am a member of a number of heritage railways and actively volunteer at 2 of them. I enjoy all types of railways, real life, model and simulations. I started RailAdvent in 2014 and am the main editor of the site.
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Northampton and Lamport Railway announce reopening date

The Northampton and Lamport Railway has confirmed that they will be reopening…

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Steam locomotive trials run as Kent’s Mainline in Miniature reopens this weekend

Trial trains have operated on the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway ahead…

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Newhaven Marine Aggregate Terminal in Sussex to focus on rail freight

Network Rail has completed modification work to the network at Newhaven Marine…

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Next phase of Bletchley Flyover removal set to begin

Sections of a concrete flyover are to be removed to allow the…

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Hungarian Railways orders four additional tram-trains from Stadler

Stadler has announced that it is to deliver four hybrid tram-trains for…

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York-based Grand Central named Britain’s favourite train operator

Grand Central, based in Yorkshire, has been rated rail passengers favourite operator…

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway launch Railway in Wartime drawing competition

Following confirmation that the North Yorkshire Moors Railway's Railway in Wartime event…

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CHECK BEFORE TRAVELLING: Weekend work continues on £1.5bn Midland Main Line Upgrade

Work will continue this weekend on the £1.5billion upgrade of the Midland…

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Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust pass £5,000 mark in RMB Appeal

The Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust has announced that, thanks to…

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GBRf and DB Cargo confirm Class 60 locomotive maintenance contract

GB Railfreight has announced a three year deal with DB Cargo UK…

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