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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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Rail union warns of train travel chaos on Wednesday

Rail union, RMT, has warned about train travel chaos on Wednesday morning…

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Lincolnshire railway level crossing set for upgrade next week

From next week, Network Rail will start work to improve a railway…

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Tim Dunn set to explore London King’s Cross in The Architecture The Railways Built

Tonight, on Tim Dunn's 'The Architecture The Railways Built', on Yesterday, Network…

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Adopt a steam locomotive to support the Severn Valley Railway

The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has launched an "Adopt an Engine" scheme…

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Skegness Classic Wheels Show postponed until 2021

The Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway (LCLR) has unfortunately announced that the 2020…

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‘Significant Changes’ – Transport for London reveals plan for London travellers

Following yesterday's Government roadmap on how Britain will restart after lockdown, Transport…

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Northampton and Lamport Railway raises £600 in appeal – but still needs help to meet £10,000 target

The Northampton and Lamport Railway has raised £2,000 in their Covid-19 Impact…

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Soham’s new railway station is on track with application submission

Proposals for the new railway station at Soham has had its application…

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SHOCKING: Video shows misuse of Bicester railway village level crossing

Shocking footage, taken at a Bicester level crossing, shows drivers and walkers…

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Coronavirus update from the Ffestiniog Railway – including launch for steam locomotive Welsh Pony

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway have released an update on a…

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