Blackpool’s Heritage Trams suspended after becoming ‘increasingly difficult’ to operate
After a review, it has been decided to suspend the Heritage Tram Tours in Blackpool. The heritage trams usually operate alongside the modern fleet, but…
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Storm Bert: Number of Lancashire and Yorkshire railway lines affected by severe weather
Northern is urging passengers to check ahead as a number of lines are being affected by Storm Bert and severe weather. Trains between Lancaster and…
Jubilee steam locomotive visit Blackpool this week
LMS Jubilee No. 45596 Bahamas is set to visit Blackpool this weekend with a Vintage Trains tour. The tour will depart from Birmingham New Street…
Classic electric locomotive to visit Blackpool this Saturday
A Class 86 locomotive will visit Blackpool as part of UK Railtours’ Blackpool Can Can tour. Departing London Euston at 07:13, the tour will pass…
Dog found abadoned with injuries gets new home
One of Northern's staff members has given a home to 12-year-old Boxer, Molly, who was found abandoned near Blackpool Depot sidings.
School trips by train instead of coach could benefit budgets
To save money on school trips, train operator Northern has suggested that schools should “Give up the coach and try us instead”.
Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas set for Blackpool visit
On 16 November 45596 Bahamas will haul The Blackpool Illuminations Express from Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North.
Avanti West Coast funds days out for Cheshire children with disabilities
Central Cheshire Buddies Scheme, a Cheshire-based charity which supports disabled young people and their carers, has received backing from operator Av…
Northern: ‘No Experience Necessary’ for train driver roles in Lancashire and Yorkshire
Northern is looking to recruit more than 300 drivers and conductors across the North of England this year.
Book Review: West Coast Main Lines 1957-1963 by John Palmer
This book provides a history of the West Coast Main Lines and a detailed look at its locomotives and operations during the years 1957 to 1963.