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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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Jail for “confused” rail passenger found with £160,000 of Cannabis in Cheshire

Back in February, the British Transport Police stopped a confused and lost…

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Withdrawals and last minute locomotive announcement for Severn Valley Gala

The Severn Valley Railway has announced that Pannier No. 1369 will visit…

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Severn Valley Railway release update on steam locomotive 6880 Betton Grange visit

The Severn Valley Railway has announced that GWR Grange No. 6880 Betton…

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WATCH: Milestone reached for electric trains in South Wales

Crew training is still needed before trains can enter service later this…

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Eight MPs sign letter in support of Jacobite steam train

MPs write to Huw Merriman regarding The Jacobite and its suspension

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Steam locomotive 34067 Tangmere to pass through Yorkshire this Saturday

34067 Tangmere will haul the luxury Northern Belle train this Saturday, 6th…

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Black 5 steam locomotive to pass through Worcestershire this Saturday

LMS Black 5 No. 44871 will haul The Worcester Steam Express this…

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West London freight train derailment causes disruption

Passengers are being asked to check before travelling

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Teenagers charged with stabbing at Manchester railway station

The stabbing took place on the 29th March 2024 at Manchester Victoria…

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