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Trainline sees record sales but shares plunge amid Great British Rail worries

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Alex Bestwick

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13th March 2025

Trainline made a record amount from ticket sales last year, but saw its share price plummet on Thursday amid concerns over Government plans for a rival national ticketing app.
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Stephenson Steam Railway announces new diesel driving experience

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Alex Bestwick

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13th March 2025

Visitors to Stephenson Steam Railway will be given then opportunity to take control of a classic British Rail Class 03 diesel locomotive as part of an exciting new driving experience.
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Trains targeted in ‘incredibly dangerous’ attacks as objects thrown from bridge

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Alex Bestwick

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24th February 2025

Rocks and a scooter are among objects thrown at trains in a spate of “incredibly dangerous” attacks from a bridge above a 120mph railway line, an operator said.
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Flying Scotsman makes first passenger journey of the year at Nene Valley Railway

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Alex Bestwick

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24th February 2025

Flying Scotsman kicked off its 2025 schedule of passenger journeys on the Nene Valley Railway on Sunday.
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Direct train services from London to Germany and Switzerland proposed

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Alex Bestwick

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21st February 2025

Direct international train services between London and destinations such as Germany and Switzerland could be launched amid plans to boost the capacity of St Pancras station.
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Train reliability hits record low with more than one in 25 services axed

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Alex Bestwick

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21st February 2025

Reliability on Britain’s railways reached a record low last year, with more than one in 25 services cancelled amid industrial disputes and staffing shortages.
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The UK’s best scenic rail journeys

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Web Editor

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20th February 2025

The UK offers some of the most picturesque train journeys in the world. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or simply someone looking to enjoy a leisurely day out, there’s nothing quite like experiencing the beauty of the British countryside, coastal vistas and historic landmarks from the comfort of a train. Here’s a quick guide to…
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Consultation on rail reforms to open

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Alex Bestwick

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18th February 2025

A Government consultation on a major overhaul of Britain’s railways will be launched on Tuesday.
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Major railway line blocked after car crashed on to tracks

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Alex Bestwick

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7th February 2025

A major railway line closed after a car driven by a suspected drunk-driver crashed on to train tracks in Greater Manchester.
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Runner to stop at every station on train network in fundraising challenge

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Alex Bestwick

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4th February 2025

A fundraiser is preparing to run to every station on the Merseyrail network in just over a day to raise money for a domestic abuse charity.
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