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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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RMT confirm more strike action on the Greater Anglia network

The Rail Union, RMT, has today confirmed further strike action will take…

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Network Rail complete Halton Curve upgrade work ahead of new services this December

MerseyRail has announced that the final phase of the upgrade on 'Halton…

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Special steam train to run to commemorate 50 years of steam at the Leighton Buzzard Railway

The Leighton Buzzard Railway has announced that a special train will run…

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Steam locomotive 60103 Flying Scotsman sets off smoke alarms at London Victoria

The world-famous steam locomotive 'Flying Scotsman' set off the smoke alarms at…

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First Group Chief Executive stands down as company announce £327m loss

First Group has announced that their Chief Executive has left the company…

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Museum of Rail Travel earns third TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

The Vintage Carriage Trust has announced that the Museum of Rail Travel,…

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Flashing red lights mean a steam train is coming… Ffestiniog Railway urge public to be vigilant

The Ffestiniog Railway is urging the public to be more vigilant when…

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A further update on the overhaul of steam locomotive No.5239 Goliath

The East Somerset Railway has given a further update on their overhaul…

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