Original Tyne and Wear Metro unit donated to Tyneside railway for preservation
The first of Tyne and Wear Metro's original trains has been donated to The Stephenson Steam Railway for preservation.
Tag: Railway Heritage
Take your vote for the new name of Doncaster training facility
The new railway facility in Doncaster is set to open in October.
Babcock upgrades level crossing and track at Northern Ireland Heritage Railway
Vital infrastructure works at the Downpatrick and County Down Railway (DCDR) were recently completed with the help of the railway systems contractor Babcock International Group.…
Grant to Provide Holy Trinity Church With New Vistor Experience Hub
Chesterfield and its role in being the birthplace of the world's railway system are to be commemorated with a grant from The National Lottery Heritage…
Plaques unveiled at award ceremony for renovation of Ffestiniog Railway station
On 5th July, two plaques were unveiled to mark the completion of the renovation of the external side of Penrhyn's station building.
Railway Heritage Celebrated at Edinburgh Waverley
As part of the Railway 200 celebrations, Edinburgh Waverley is home to an exhibition showcasing projects that have transformed the railways.
Stockton and Darlington Railway to Launch Trail of Discovery
The Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR) has announced the launch of its Trail of Discovery.
Derbyshire town has special cause to celebrate Railway 200
Chesterfield has a special reason to celebrate Railway 200 as George Stephenson, the 'Father of the Railways', is buried there.
Tyneside heritage railway and museum reopens this Sunday for 2025
The Stephenson Steam Railway and museum based at North Shields in North Tyneside is reopening for the 2025 season on 13 April.
Arrow train to return to West Ireland for first time in 20 years
On 5th April, an Irish Rail 2600 Class adorned in an "Arrow" livery made a first appearance at Galway in the far west of Ireland over 20 years.