Published in the June 1979 issue of The Railway Magazine, this archive article reports on progress with the electrification ...

Joan Jackson tells the story of the special relationship between the Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society and the ...

Commander W. J. Alcock recalls an exciting journey on the “Tees-Tyne Pullman”, driven by the late Bill Hoole. First published ...

E. D. Hamer examines some of the pitfalls involved in investigating and recording railway history. Drawing on his study of ...

The Soviet railways’ search for greater freight capacity led to the ordering of a Beyer-Garratt locomotive from Britain. The ...

Avanti West Coast has released a new video giving people an insider-look from the unique viewpoint of a train driver. In an eight-part video series, Tales from the Track, Avanti showcase the West ...

Heritage railways up and down the country are getting into the festive spirit. Whether it’s the opportunity to meet Santa, impressive light displays, on board pantomimes or more relaxed Christmas ...

GLASGOW’S C-listed semi-derelict Possil station, built by the Caledonian Railway in 1897, can now be bought for just £1 as it has been officially declared ownerless. This move is thanks to it passing ...

Trials are underway using a battery-powered Class 08. Richard Clinnick attended the launch of the locomotive at Barrow Hill. No. 08308 stands at Barrow Hill on October 19. Positive Traction There is ...

Great Western Railway’s Castle sets are to be gradually withdrawn over the coming months (RE320). The most recent timetable change has already seen a reduction in the number of diagrams, which has ...

A new nine-day luxury steam train holiday is set to take rail enthusiasts deep into the heart of Europe’s most spectacular mountain scenery when The Alpine Belle departs in June 2026. From the history ...

Two people have been taken to hospital after a car landed on train tracks at a railway station. A Renault Clio was pictured on the line in Stirling on Wednesday afternoon. It is believed the vehicle ...