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  • Peak Rail prepares for action-packed Mixed Traffic Gala

    Peak Rail prepares for action-packed Mixed Traffic Gala

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    Mark Lancaster

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    Peak Rail will stage its Mixed Traffic Gala over the weekend of September 19-20, bringing together steam and diesel traction for two days of intensive heritage railway action. The Derbyshire heritage line says the event will feature locomotives from its home fleet alongside a special visiting engine, with passenger and freight trains running throughout the…

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  • Join the Journey at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

    Join the Journey at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

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    Mark Lancaster

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    The Llangollen Railway Trust is encouraging supporters to become members as one of Wales’ leading heritage railways celebrates its landmark 50th anniversary year. With close to 1,000 members and around 400 active volunteers, the Trust plays a vital role in preserving and developing the award-winning railway, which runs for ten miles through the spectacular Dee…

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  • Statement – Peak Rail Steam Gala Cancellation

    Statement – Peak Rail Steam Gala Cancellation

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    Mark Lancaster

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    From Peak Rail: It is with great regret that we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Peak Rail Steam Gala scheduled for 8th and 9th August 2026. Due to the current tinder-dry conditions and the significant risk of lineside fires spreading to neighbouring properties and land, we believe it would be irresponsible to…

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  • Peak Rail announces action-packed Steam Gala for August

    Peak Rail announces action-packed Steam Gala for August

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    Mark Lancaster

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    PEAK Rail has unveiled the line-up for its 2026 Steam Gala, with five steam locomotives set to star during a packed weekend of heritage railway action on August 8-9. Taking place at Rowsley South Station in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, the event promises intensive passenger and freight train services, alongside a host of…

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  • New generation of steam drivers qualify at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

    New generation of steam drivers qualify at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

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    Mark Lancaster

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    Two of the next generation of heritage railway volunteers have officially qualified as Steam Locomotive Drivers at the popular Llangollen and Corwen Railway following more than a decade of hard work, training and dedication. Matthew Carty, 27, from Chester, and Tim Hines, 27, from Llangollen, both achieved the prestigious qualification over the Bank Holiday weekend…

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