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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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Six people a month risk their life at Grays Level Crossing

Over six people a month are putting their lives at risk by…

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LNER Azumas to change train travel in Scotland

London North Eastern Railway has announced that their new Azuma trains will…

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Network Rail’s RHTT trains are ready for the Autumn

As the cold mornings draw in and the leaves start to brown,…

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GTR completes investment in new rolling stock

Govia Thameslink Railway has announced that they have completed a five-year £2bn…

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West Coastway passengers reminded of half-term closure

Network Rail has reminded passengers in West Sussex and Hampshire that a…

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Staff complete banger challenge

Govia Thameslink Railway has announced that five colleagues have completed their fundraising…

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Metrolink set to help Heaton Park Tramway

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) have announced that…

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Steam locomotive 28 WILL return to steam

The Taff vale 28 team has announced that they have reached an…

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Kings Heath and Hazelwell Railway Station plans submitted

Plans to build two railway stations in south Birmingham have been submitted…

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Class 66 locomotive makes history as it arrives into Oban

GB Railfreight has announced that it made history on Thursday 12 September,…

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