Steam locomotive 60163 Tornado set for ETCS testing in Wales
The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust has announced that A1 No. 60163 Tornado is set for ETCS testing in Wales as part of its return to service.
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Welshpool’s steam locomotive ‘Dougal’ is set to return to steam
WLLR has revealed that its smallest engine, 'Dougal', is to go to SKLR on a four-year loan during which it will return to steam.
Challenging refurbishment of Dovey Junction viaduct complete
Work to restore the Dovey Junction viaduct has been completed despite the numerous challenges faced by the Network Rail and contractor AmcoGiffen.
Walking routes now available on new Transport for Wales app.
Anyone looking for a day out in Wales can now take advantage of a free app that shows over 100 miles of walks from stations across the country.
Corris Railway welcomes new Falcon steam locomotive
Yesterday (Wednesday 30 August), the Corris Railway in mid Wales took delivery of its new steam locomotive No. 10, the Falcon.
Refurbishment completed on Cambrian line’s 163-year-old wooden viaduct
Network Rail has completed its refurbishment of the Severn and Carno viaduct near Caersws, Powys.
Cambrian line to be closed for next 16 days for essential maintenance
From 6th to 22nd May, Cambrian line services between Machynlleth and Shrewsbury will be severely disrupted due to essential track and viaduct work.
London Waterloo regains its position as the most used station in the country
Despite reaching the top of the stops, the railway station is still seeing lower passenger entries than pre-pandemic levels.
Transport For Wales to install more defibrillators at stations
Across the Wales and Borders rail network, Transport for Wales is placing more life saving equipment on its stations.
Evesham Vale Light Railway to celebrate their 20th anniversary with steam gala
The Evesham Vale Light Railway (EVLR) is holding its Annual Railway Gala on the weekend of Saturday, 9th and Sunday, 10th July.