South Tynedale Railway

Archive 1987: South Tynedale Railway volunteers prepare for a new season

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Mark Lancaster

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15th June 2026

From a 1987 issue of The Railway Magazine, this archive extract records activity by South Tynedale Railway Preservation Society volunteers. It covers work at Alston, Gilderdale, locomotives, passenger figures, events and plans for the 1988 season. Volunteers and a turning point YEAR 1987 will be remembered by its regular volunteers as the most momentous in…
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Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at

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Gareth Evans

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5th July 2020

While some heritage lines have yet to recommence their regular train operation, they have reopened their refreshment facilities. If you fancy a day out which also supports a heritage railway – perhaps combining it with a walk or cycle ride – why not call in for a cuppa, a pint or piece of cake or…
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The South Tynedale Railway

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Sam Hewitt

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7th June 2019

It may well be England’s highest narrow gauge railway, and has deep-seated aspirations to return to Haltwhistle.
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