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Pete Waterman’s final big build: 64ft Blisworth layout set for Great Electric Train Show debut

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Mark Lancaster

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17th September 2026

Pete Waterman OBE and the Railnuts are putting the finishing touches to a brand-new 64ft-long ‘OO’ gauge model railway of Blisworth on the West Coast Main Line. The layout is due to make its debut at the 2026 Great Electric Train Show at Arena MK in Milton Keynes on October 10 and 11 — and…
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From the archive: Forty years of rail-air at Gatwick in 1975

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Mark Lancaster

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16th September 2026

In September 1975, The Railway Magazine looked back at forty years of rail-air links at Gatwick. The article traced the story from the opening of Tinsley Green station in 1935 through to the rail connection serving the airport in 1975. FORTY YEARS OF RAIL-AIR AT GATWICK WHEN Airports Limited planned its new “air station” at…
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A Good Read: Yorkshire Railway Disasters

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Mark Lancaster

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5th September 2026

This is an intriguing book and it details all serious rail accidents and collisions across Yorkshire from 1840 to the most recent, a freight train collision in 2022, reports Pip Dunn. Each incident is given a brief review of what happened, what caused it and what action was taken in regards ascertaining the most likely…
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The Modern British Tramcar Journey – From Revival to Revolution

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Mark Lancaster

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3rd September 2026

Explore the Remarkable Story of the Modern British Tramcar The award-winning National Tramway Museum at Crich is delighted to welcome renowned transport historian and commentator David Leeder as guest speaker for this year’s Annual Geoffrey Claydon Memorial Lecture on Friday 11th September. The Modern British Tramcar Journey – From Revival to Revolution’ will explore the…
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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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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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Join the Journey at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

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Mark Lancaster

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20th August 2026

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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Upcoming events at Pendon Museum!

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Mark Lancaster

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18th August 2026

Preschool Craft & Activity Mornings 10am – 12pm on Thursdays 27th August, 24th September & 29th October Crafts and activities for ages 3 to 5 (siblings under 3 welcome) from 10am – 12pm. Each session is £5 per child, siblings under 3 attend for free. Tickets and more information on the session’s theme on our website https://pendonmuseum.com/events/preschool-craft-activity-mornings (Please…
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From the archive: 42 years ago, Arthur Miller looked back on three decades of railway enthusiasm

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Mark Lancaster

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15th August 2026

In the August 1984 issue of The Railway Magazine, Arthur Miller’s “Thirty Years On” looked back to the dawn of his railway enthusiasm. Having travelled over all the British Railways passenger lines in Great Britain then carrying a regular timetabled service, he reflected on the journeys, changes and experiences of the previous three decades. A…
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From the archive: Glasgow museum receives one of Britain’s last fireless steam locomotives

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Mark Lancaster

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13th August 2026

From the August 1969 issue of The Railway Magazine, A. Kempsell reported on the preservation of a fireless steam locomotive formerly used at Dalmarnock Power Station. The locomotive had been presented to Glasgow’s Museum of Transport by the South of Scotland Electricity Board. A permanent home in Glasgow ONE of the last fireless steam locomotives…
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