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Archive Extract: Redbrook “Station Without a Railway” – Railway Magazine, May 1927

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Mark Lancaster

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29 April 2026

An archive extract from The Railway Magazine describing Redbrook, Monmouth and the Coleford Railway Company, including historical notes on the line, its construction, operation under the Great Western Railway, and later removal of the permanent way. VISUALISE a sheltered valley hamlet VISUALISE a sheltered valley hamlet, a country station complete with its signal-box and other…
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Why does snow prevent rail services from running?

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Shannon Butcher

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6 January 2026

With parts of the country waking to snow outside their windows this morning, let’s look at how trains cope in snowy conditions, and what happens when they don’t.
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10 of the most important steam locomotives in British history

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Alex Bestwick

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13 November 2025

Steam locomotives shaped Britain’s industrial, social, and engineering legacy. Here’s a journey through the key engines that made railway history.
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Our top Christmas steam train experiences for the whole family in 2025

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Alex Bestwick

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2 October 2025

From Santa Specials to the Polar Express to a festive Gin Train for the adults, here’s our round up of the best heritage railway experiences for 2025.
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6 gift ideas for your train-mad dad this Fathers’ Day

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Alex Bestwick

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14 May 2025

Here are a few different places you can find the perfect Fathers’ Day gift for your model railway-loving dad!
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How heritage railways are integrating technology

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Web Editor

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14 May 2025

Modern heritage railways offer a blend of nostalgia and innovation. While their appeal often lies in the preservation of vintage locomotives and the atmosphere of a bygone era, many heritage railways are now integrating modern technology to improve their day-to-day operations and attract wider audiences.
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Virtual railways: How simulation helps train the next generation of rail workers

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Web Editor

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14 May 2025

Virtual reality is becoming an increasingly important part of how the railway industry trains its workforce.
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Essential items to pack for a comfortable overnight train trip

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Web Editor

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1 April 2025

Embarking on an overnight train journey can be a wonderful and unique way to travel. Whether you’re heading on a scenic trip through the countryside or simply need to get from one end of the country to another, travelling across a continent, or between countries, the experience offers comfort, flexibility and a chance to enjoy…
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Must-do activities for a special rail experience

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Web Editor

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12 February 2025

Travel by rail offers a unique experience, providing scenic views, ample time to relax and a change of pace from other forms of transportation.
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Bring live train information to your home with a UK Departure Board!

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Alex Bestwick

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30 January 2025

Available in 3 sizes to display real time information for your local station or indeed any station – train, tram, bus or tube in the UK. Each board is designed and built in Britain with the ability to perform real station announcements. We use a variety of data sources to accurately show what is scheduled…
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