Witnesses sought after man threatens passengers with imitation firearm – Birmingham
The British Transport Police are looking for witnesses to come forward after man threatened passengers with an imitation firearm in Birmingham. At around 3.30pm on…
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Aston Villa v Celtic: Birmingham trains set to be busier than normal
Passengers are being advised that Aston Villa’s Champions League match with Celtic will bring thousands of fans into Birmingham on Wednesday 29th January 2025. Trains…
Hat-trick of Birmingham football matches poses challenge for train operators
Railways in the West Midlands face a challenging time on 22nd October when three football matches will be played at grounds a few miles apart.
Birmingham trains cancelled ‘until further notice’
Train operators are warning passengers of disruption this morning following a signalling system at Aston. The fault means that the line between Lichfield Trent Valley…
HS2 receives planning approval for final key structures in West Midlands
HS2 has been granted planning approval for the last two "Key Design Elements” (KDEs) to take the line into Birmingham.
Birmingham railway station to be upgraded ready for 2028 tournament
The West Midlands Rail Executive has released plans to upgrade Witton Railway Station in readiness for Villa Park to host Euro 2028 fixtures.
HS2 receives planning approval for new bridge in north-east Birmingham
Birmingham City Council have approved an eco-friendly road bridge to be erected over the HS2 line in north-east Birmingham.
Branch Line Society to run ‘The Harrow Marrow’ tour this July!
The tour will take place on the 16th of July and will see money raised for the Martin House Hospice
West Midlands Combined Authority bids for multiple Investment Zones to drive growth
The West Midlands has formally submitted for Government approval a group of Investment Zones to deliver economic growth and new homes and jobs.
WATCH: First train runs over new 92-metre bridge in Birmingham
On Monday, 23rd May, the Midlands’ newest and longest railway bridge became fully functional after carrying its first freight train.