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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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Planning permission applied for Strathallan Horse Tram Depot in Douglas

Planning permission is being sought after in order to rebuild Strathallan Horse…

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Steam locomotive No.70013 ‘Oliver Cromwell’ to visit GWSR Festival of Steam

This morning, the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway has announced that steam locomotive No.70013…

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FREE Thomas and Friends DVD with every 00 Gauge Train set!

Hornby has announced a brand new offer which sees customers buying a…

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Virgin Trains announced as presenting partner for 2018s Bee in the City in Manchester

Virgin Trains have revealed that they have been announced as Presenting Partner…

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Midland Railway – Butterley cancel steam locomotive ‘Tornado’ visit

The Midland Railway at Butterley has announced that they have taken the…

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Steam locomotive ‘Flying Scotsman’ to steam through Manchester tomorrow

World famous locomotive 'Flying Scotsman' will be back in steam tomorrow on…

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West Midlands Trains to play major role in 2022 Commonwealth Games

The 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia and their Gold Coast are coming…

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The Royal opening of Truthall Halt on the Helston Railway

The Helston Railway have announced that royalty has visited the railway in…

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