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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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Steam locomotive 2857 to visit the North Norfolk Railway

The North Norfolk Railway has announced their first locomotive visitor to their…

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Upgrade to these two Penistone Line stations begin this weekend

Network Rail has announced that it is working with Northern to upgrade…

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Initial cause of Eastleigh train derailment revealed by Network Rail

Network Rail has confirmed what it has found to be the initial…

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London trains to start running again after damage to electric wires fixed

Network Rail has announced that damage to overhead line equipment between London…

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Famous Five star in new Great Western Railway video

Great Western Railway has announced that it has launched the next chapter…

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CCTV image released after assault on train between Dalmuir and Carmyle

British Transport Police have released images of a woman following an assault…

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Brake mod issue not known for 18 years – RAIB release report into runaway locomotive in Beddgelert

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has released its report into an incident…

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Mainline return a certainty for steam locomotive 71000 Duke of Gloucester

The BR Class 8 Steam Locomotive Trust has announced that mainline running…

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Apprenticeship search launched by Northern – weeks before being taken over

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Arriva Rail North, Northern, is looking for…

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Steam locomotive 2007 Prince of Wales components now available to sponsor

The P2 Steam Locomotive Company has announced that a new round of…

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