Michael Holden avatar

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.
Editor
Follow:
7841 Articles

Northern train passengers to benefit from Delay Repay compensation from 15 minutes

Jo Johnson has announced that passengers travelling with Northern (Arriva Rail North) will…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

An update on steam locomotive No.60532 Blue Peter

LNWR Heritage has released an update on the overhaul work that is…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Steam trains to run throughout the night at the South Devon Railway Golden Anniversary Gala

The South Devon Railway has announced that they will be running trains…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Eurostar staff set for more strike action

RMT has announced that Eurostar staff are set to take further strike…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Travel update after train derailment in Warwickshire

Network Rail has released an update following the derailment of seven wagons…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Greater Anglia staff take leap of faith for charity

Greater Anglia has announced that some staff members will be taking a…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Class 47 locomotive enters service at Crewe

LNWR Heritage has announced that they now have another Class 47 locomotive…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

DB Cargo UK scoops awards at Rail Freight Awards

Rail freight operator, DB Cargo UK, has announced that they have been…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden

Safety plea issued as three people have near miss with train

Network Rail and Merseyrail have today issued a safety plea to pedestrians…

Michael Holden avatar Michael Holden