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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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PLAN AHEAD: Yeovil to Gillingham railway set to close for nine days

A section of railway between Somerset and Wiltshire is set to close…

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Back on track: Cumbrian Coast line trains begin running after storm damage

Trains have begun running on the Cumbrian Coast line after three storms…

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Work on Grade II Listed footbridge at Prudhoe station begins next week

Major work to refurbish the Grade II listed footbridge at Prudhoe station…

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East Suffolk rail line level crossing upgrades reduce barrier downtime

Work has been completed on the East Suffolk line to install new…

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Northern’s Class 142 Pacer trains are coming back to the mainline!

According to a Government letter, 13 Class 142s have been granted permission…

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Proposals for upgraded Brighton Main Line and East Croydon station released

Passengers on the Brighton Main Line are being asked to provide feedback…

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Transport for London releases advice for children heading back to school

Transport for London has released advice for headteacher and parents across London…

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Bedford road bridge set to reopen next week after year long closure

Bromham Road bridge, in Bedford, will reopen to motorists on Tuesday 9th…

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East Midlands Railway Class 153 train enters service with Northern

An East Midlands Railway Class 153 has entered service with Northern Trains…

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Can you help with vital repairs to Llanuwchllyn Signal Box at Bala Lake Railway?

The Bala Lake Railway has an ongoing appeal, the President's Appeal, seeking…

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