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13/11/2025

From our archive: 4-6-2 and 2-6-4 Nigerian Railway No. 502. 1936!!

13/11/2025

The first steam locomotive travelled at 2 miles per hour; a century later, they were hitting 100. Here’s a journey through the key engines that made railway history.

Steam locomotives shaped Britain’s industrial, social, and engineering legacy. Here’s a journey through the key engines that made railway history.

13/11/2025

Could this be the perfect Christmas jumper for rail enthusiasts?

13/11/2025

Abandoned tracks, hidden arches, steam-era ghosts.

Tracing the Rails® uncovers the secrets of Sussex’s lost Steyning Line — where the rails ended but the stories didn’t.

Authentic, cinematic, unforgettable. Rediscover Britain’s vanished railways through stunning visuals and real stories of those who lived beside them.

All aboard for Episode 4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYqkbVf4gL8

12/11/2025

Our photo of Haworth station, Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Sept. this year.

Opened on 13 April 1867, built by the Midland Railway as part of the Keighley–Worth Valley branch line.

It's constructed in typical Midland style — coursed sandstone with ashlar dressings, steep slate roofs, and distinctive platform canopies. The original buildings survive and are Grade II listed.

12/11/2025

The first Aurora train from East Midlands Railway’s new £400 million fleet will enter service in December, Transport UK and EMR announced.

The first Aurora train from East Midlands Railway's new £400 million fleet will enter service in December, Transport UK and EMR announced.

11/11/2025

📸 PHOTO OF THE DAY from Railway Hub follower Tom Mcatee:

"One from over 7 years ago catches 37403 ‘Isle of Mull’ arriving Ravenglass with the 2C34 14:35 Carlisle to Barrow service as it silhouettes crossing Ravenglass Viaduct at low tide. I remember this running 10 mins late, which was just enough time for the sun to sink level with the Viaduct. Sun star was purposely created at F16. 1st Feb 2018."

11/11/2025

Part of the West Highland Line is closed as Network Rail begins a £15m upgrade on a key section of the route.

Part of the West Highland Line are closed as Network Rail begins a £15m upgrade on a key section of the route.

11/11/2025

CELEBRATE 200 YEARS OF RAIL TRAVEL WITH RAILWAY 200! 🚂

2025 marks a defining moment in the history of rail travel - 200 years since the world’s first passenger railway.

To commemorate this incredible milestone, the UK’s main line operators, heritage railways, museums, and countless partners are coming together for a year-long celebration.

Discover the highlights, stories, and unforgettable moments in the brand new Railway 200 bookazine - yours for just £9.99!

➡ https://www.classicmagazines.co.uk/product/railway-200

10/11/2025

📸 PHOTO OF THE DAY: GBRF recently repaired into Britannic Explorer livery class 66748 “St Michael’s Mount” leads the Britannic stock through Basingstoke while working 5Z74 1559 Eastleigh Arlington (Zg) to London Euston with 66744 "Heart of Wales” on the rear (03/07/2025). PHOTO: Eric Mahoney AKA 👌

09/11/2025

Despite being jostled by excited fellow enthusiasts, I managed to grab a quick video at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in September!

08/11/2025

📸 PHOTO OF THE DAY - 2999 Lady of Legend pulling out of Mendip Vale on the East Somerset Railway during their spectacular 2024 50th anniversary steam gala. Photo from The Railway Hub follower

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