M6 motorway opens 13 hours early after Cumbria bridge is pushed into place
The M6 motorway in Cumbria has reopened 13 hours earlier than scheduled after work to push the new Clifton Bridge was completed. The structure was…
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Night time Direct Rail Services photoshoot raises money for Cumbrian Charity
Last month, Direct Rail Services held a charity event just outside of Maryport.
Lancashire railway station opens after major upgrade work
Preston station in Lancashire reopened this morning (Monday 5 January), after engineering workers completed a major signalling upgrade.
WATCH: Timelapse released as major railway bridge is demolished in Cumbria
Timelapse footage has been released by Network Rail after a major milestone in the £60m project to renew Clifton Bridge near Penrith in Cumbria. The…
Avanti West Coast begins diverting trains via historic route
Work has begun on Clifton Bridge in Cumbria and means that the West Coast Main Line has is now blocked. Avanti West Coast has, however,…
Urgent safety advice released after Cumbria train derailment
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch is currently investigating a derailment of an Avanti West Coast Pendolino in Cumbria. The accident happened at Shap in Cumbria…
Cumbrian railway station set for £13.5m transformation
A £13.5 million upgrade is set to transform Carlisle station into a more modern and accessible station.
Cumbrian rail station to host an afternoon of festive cheer
Later this month, the railway station at Appleby in Cumbria is set to come alive with the sound of bells, bargains and festive cheer.
Travel advice issued in response to Storm Claudia
Ahead of Storm Claudia, both Network Rail and Chiltern have issued advice for travel today and tomorrow.
Significant disruption to Cumbria and Lancashire train services due to flooding
Overnight, there was flooding in Lancashire and Cumbria, so passengers should check before travelling.