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Roger Smith

I have had a life-long interest in railways, growing up just a few yards from the complex of sidings at Gloucester docks. My interest continued when I left school and joined the signal department of British Railways. I am a member of the Railway Correspondence and Travel Society and am a proof-reader for the society’s monthly magazine, the Railway Observer. I am also a keen photographer, and have had a number of railway photographs published.
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East Midlands Railway adds to stations offering virtual tours

East Midlands Railway have increased the number of stations where customers can…

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2,500 pupils enjoy days out thanks to Avanti West Coast

Avanti West Coast has reached halfway to its target of giving 5,000…

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Railroad tycoon game included in Steam sale

Developer Turn Point Games has released a railway-building simulator ‘Train World’ that…

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Swanage Railway to celebrate its heritage with a Victorian Weekend

An intensive steam train service will operator throughout the weekend

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SELRAP disappointed with no mention of Colne to Skipton line in Budget

The Skipton and East Lancashire Rail Action Partnership has expressed disappointment that…

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Finnish biochemicals company partners with DB Cargo to supply German biorefinery

The first deliveries of wood chips from UPM Biochemicals have been delivered…

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ORR: Positive response in wake of rail fee transparency report

The Office of Rail and Road says retailers have responded positively to…

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Network Rail campaign urges young people to choose train instead of car

A new campaign by Network Rail and rail industry partners encourages young…

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West Yorkshire politicians call for long term investment in region’s rail network

Politicians in West Yorkshire are calling on the Government for more investment…

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