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Northern launches £2 flash sale on 4 million tickets

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Alex Bestwick

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2nd September 2026

Northern has released four million £2 tickets for journeys across the North of England.
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Steam, diesel and 14 journeys a day for Llangollen Railway’s spectacular 50th finale

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Mark Lancaster

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2nd September 2026

Two steam locomotives, three heritage diesels and a Heritage Railcar will take to the tracks as Llangollen and Corwen Railway brings its 50th anniversary celebrations to a spectacular conclusion on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September. The 50 Years Finale Celebration Weekend has today announced it’s ambitious, intensive timetable for the Gala Weekend. The weekend…
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The East Lancashire Railway gets the local community involved with a Christmas Card competition.

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Mark Lancaster

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1st September 2026

The spirit of Christmas is coming early, and the ELR want to encourage families to get more involved in the famous Santa Special event this year by combining two things that little ones absolutely love: Christmas and getting creative! All they need to do is design a Christmas Card related to the railway. Every entry…
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Japan by Rail: New 2027 Hokkaido Adventure from Ffestiniog Travel

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Mark Lancaster

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29th August 2026

Japan – North to Hokkaido New for 2027, Ffestiniog Travel’s redesigned Japan – North to Hokkaido itinerary ventures beyond the familiar to explore a quieter, less-visited side of this fascinating country. Travel by world-famous Shinkansen Bullet Train, scenic express and local services, and heritage steam railways including the celebrated Banetsu Monogatari and Mooka Railway. The…
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Planned strike by railway cleaners and catering workers suspended

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Alex Bestwick

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28th August 2026

A planned strike on Friday by railway cleaners and catering workers has been suspended after a new pay offer was made.
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Special ‘Sunflower Train’ marks reopening of Severn Beach line after engineering work

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Alex Bestwick

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28th August 2026

A special ‘Sunflower Train’ celebrated connection, creativity, and community along the Severn Beach line in Bristol on Friday morning.
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Thameslink to upgrade ‘ironing board’ seats for a more comfy commute

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Alex Bestwick

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28th August 2026

Thameslink will upgrade seats likened to “ironing boards” to comfier alternatives across all of its trains, the Department of Transport (DfT) has said.
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Peak Rail prepares for action-packed Mixed Traffic Gala

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Mark Lancaster

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27th August 2026

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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MBE Fabrications changes ownership as founder Mel Burrell prepares to retire

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Mark Lancaster

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26th August 2026

MBE Fabrications Limited, the specialist manufacturer behind Premier Pits and Premier Substructures, has completed a change of ownership following its acquisition by MBE Capital Private Limited. The transaction enables founder and Managing Director Mel Burrell to progress his planned retirement, while supporting an orderly handover of the business to new owners David Myles and Anuj…
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Watercress Line recruiting for two key infrastructure roles

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Mark Lancaster

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22nd August 2026

The Watercress Line is looking to recruit an experienced Railway Manager and Permanent Way Manager, with salaries of up to £65,000 and £40,000 respectively. The heritage railway is currently advertising two senior infrastructure vacancies covering some of the key areas required to keep the line operating safely and effectively. Railway Manager The Railway Manager role…
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