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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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Investigation launched as person dies after falling from platform and is hit by train at Eden Park

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has announced it has launched an investigation…

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Llangollen Railway launches emergency appeal as GM says ‘dont let our wonderful railway die’

The Llangollen Railway is asking for donations to help support them during…

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Severn Valley Railway future safe as £416,000 raised in appeal!

The Severn Valley Railway has announced that their short term future has…

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UPDATED: Thameslink unveils rebranded train to say thank you to NHS workers

Govia Thameslink Railway has unveiled three re-branded trains paying tribute to the…

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Guildford rail upgrade on track despite pandemic

Network Rail has announced that the biggest upgrade in nearly 40 years…

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Railway worker organises huge Easter Egg giveaway in Cumbria

Network Rail has announced that they have teamed up with the fire…

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East Midlands Railway donates £2500 to food banks

East Midlands Railway has announced that, alongside the Community Rail Partnerships, they…

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Furness Line journeys made more reliable thanks to embankment work at Holmrock

Network Rail has announced that railway embankment work is now complete to…

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Bedford road closure extended by Network Rail

Network Rail has announced that Bromham Road will be closed until Summer…

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