Stockport railway bridge named after “honourable” steam locomotive driver
Thomson Street Bridge, built in 2022, has been renamed in honour of John Axon, who died trying to stop a runaway train in 1957.
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Train driver’s views from his cab benefits Samaritans
A plaque at Chapel-en-le-Frith station commemorates a train driver who donates the proceeds from his cab scenes YouTube channel to Samaritans .
Train operator reveals top stations for students in Cheshire, Manchester and Lancashire
Northern has released a map showing which of its routes are the most popular with students for their commute to schools and colleges.
4F steam locomotive is coming to Train Sim World 3
Dovetail Games has announced its latest UK release for Train Sim World 3, and the great news for steam fans is that it includes a new steam locomotive…
Where to see steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas on its way through Sheffield this Saturday
45596 Bahamas will be back on the mainline this Saturday is it hauls Railway Touring Company's Jubilee Buxton Spa Express.
Northern maps out locations of blue plaques across its network
Northern Trains has created a map marking the locations of blue plaques at historical sites across its 470-station network.
Facelift for more than 30 Northern railway stations
As part of their 'A Better Way to Go' campaign, train operator Northern has completed work to repaint more than 30 railway stations on their network.
Dozens apply for new Mobility Scooter Permit scheme by rail operator Northern
Making its network more accessible has always been an ongoing project for rail operator Northern, and despite COVID-19 restrictions, it is continuing …
Work progresses on upgrade work on Manchester to Buxton railway line
Major upgrade work is taking place to protect the railway from landslips in the Derbyshire Peak District.