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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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How to find out more about a major Mossley Hill railway footbridge upgrade

Network Rail has revealed plans to replace a footpath bridge that connects…

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Free travel for families with cancer thanks to ScotRail

ScotRail has announced that it has partnered with Whiteleys Retreat to help…

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Rail journeys to be quicker in Somerset and Dorset thanks to bridge renewal in Yetminster

Network Rail has announced that it will be carrying out upgrades between…

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Steam locomotive 92134 wins top award

Steam Railway Magazine has announced that everyone involved in the restoration of…

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Rail passengers thanked as emergency repairs near Lancaster are completed

Network Rail has thanked rail passengers for their patience after emergency repairs…

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Passengers make contactless switch on Tyne and Wear Metro

Nexus has announced that Metro passengers can now use contactless when paying…

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Mid Hants Railway release Alton station update

The Mid Hants Railway has released an update on the final pieces…

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Grand Central reveals new passenger lounge at Hartlepool station

Grand Central has announced that it has installed a new waiting room…

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DB Cargo UK runs first trains into Washwood Heath for Tarmac

DB Cargo UK has announced that it has made its first delivery…

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CLEARED – Damaged overhead wires between Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District

Avanti West Coast has announced that overhead electric wires have been damaged…

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