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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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LNER partners with O2 to boost network coverage on East Coast Main Line – including 5G at Newcastle station

London North Eastern Railway has confirmed plans to partner with phone operator…

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South Western Railway launch Class 444 Trainbow for Pride Month

South Western Railway has unveiled its new rainbow train to mark the…

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GB Railfreight confirm extra investment – despite coronavirus uncertainty

Despite the disruption caused by coronavirus, GB Railfreight has announced a number…

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Eurostar opens competition to thank local heroes during coronavirus pandemic

Eurostar has announced that it is inviting people to nominate a hero…

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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway closes appeal after £250k target passed

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust has announced that they have passed its…

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Rail union calls for urgent help for Grand Central and Hull Trains during COVID-19 pandemic

Rail union, RMT, has called for urgent intervention to protect Hull Trains…

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Essential social distancing work begins at Glasgow Queen Street

Essential work has begun at Glasgow Queen Street to increase the space…

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Book Review: British Steam – Military Connections – LMS Steam Locomotives

British Steam - Military Connections - LMS Steam Locomotives is a new…

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WARNING: Network Rail urges Whitby residents to stay off railway at Sleights

People in Sleights are being warned by Network Rail about the dangers…

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