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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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Upgrade means closure of bridge at Wombwell

Network Rail is reminding users in Wombwell that Hough Lane will be…

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MAJOR DISRUPTION: Person hit by train near Finsbury Park

It has been confirmed that a person has been hit by a…

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NO TRAINS on ENTIRE c2c network on this January weekend

c2c has announced that, due to Network Rail replacing the electrical feed…

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Opening date for Wolverhampton’s new railway station to be announced

The date for the opening of phase one of Wolverhampton's new railway…

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An update on steam locomotive 61673 Spirit of Sandringham

The B17 Steam Locomotive Trust has released a small update on the…

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First stage of vital improvement completes at Gainsborough Lea Road station

A new platform opened at Gainsborough Lea Road yesterday, replacing the old…

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Rail disruption as train derails near Manchester

A train has derailed at Ardwick depot, near Manchester, and is causing…

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Thameslink runs special Santa train for Bedford and Brighton families

Thameslink has announced that Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for a train…

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Warrington has a new station, with brand new trains!

Northern has announced that passengers in Warrington can boast of having the…

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