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Spudman teams up with London Northwestern Railway to celebrate Class 730 launch #charity #class_730 #crewe #london #LondonNorthwesternRailway #MiltonKeynes #tamworth
Spudman teams up with London Northwestern Railway to celebrate Class 730 launch
TikTok sensation Spudman is hitting the Trent Valley Line with 730 free jacket potatoes as part of a month-long collaboration with London Northwestern Railway.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Spudman teams up with London Northwestern Railway to celebrate Class 730 launch #charity #class_730 #crewe #london #LondonNorthwesternRailway #MiltonKeynes #tamworth
London Travel advice issued ahead of March upgrades https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/passengers-should-check-before-travelling-as-weekend-engineering-work-in-march-will-affect-weekend-services-to-from-london-liverpool-street.html #GreaterAnglia #london #LondonLiverpoolStreet #NetworkRail
London Travel advice issued ahead of March upgrades
Rail users in East Anglia are being urged to plan ahead of travel this March, as Network Rail carries out major weekend engineering work on lines to and from London Liverpool Street.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Huddersfield communities provided Transpennine Route Upgrade feedback opportunity https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/huddersfield-communities-provided-transpennine-route-upgrade-feedback-opportunity.html #huddersfield #manchester #marsden #NetworkRail #slaithwaite #TranspennineRouteUpgrade #york
Huddersfield communities provided Transpennine Route Upgrade feedback opportunity
Residents and businesses in Huddersfield and surrounding areas are being asked to have their say on the next stage of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), as plans for major improvements between Standedge and Gledholt are unveiled.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Huddersfield communities provided Transpennine Route Upgrade feedback opportunity https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/huddersfield-communities-provided-transpennine-route-upgrade-feedback-opportunity.html #huddersfield #manchester #marsden #NetworkRail #slaithwaite #TranspennineRouteUpgrade #york
Llangollen gears up to host the Garden Railway Festival this summer https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/double-the-trains-double-the-fun-at-the-llangollen-garden-railway-festival.html #corwen #llangollen #LlangollenRailway
Llangollen gears up to host the Garden Railway Festival this summer
The Llangollen Garden Railway Festival is joining forces with the LLangollen and Corwen Railway this June. Now one of the UK’s largest model railway events, the festival attracts thousands of enthusiasts and family days out alike each year.
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February 16, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Llangollen gears up to host the Garden Railway Festival this summer https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/double-the-trains-double-the-fun-at-the-llangollen-garden-railway-festival.html #corwen #llangollen #LlangollenRailway
Several locomotives within the Trust’s collection have direct links to the National Grid, having previously worked in the Woodhead cable tunnels in the Pennines. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/prometheus-purrs-again-thanks-to-national-grid.html
National Grid grant to see return of locomotive
The Moseley Railway Trust has held a long-standing relationship with the National Grid over the course of many years. This partnership has included volunteering, team-building events, and a wide range of additional support.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Several locomotives within the Trust’s collection have direct links to the National Grid, having previously worked in the Woodhead cable tunnels in the Pennines. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/prometheus-purrs-again-thanks-to-national-grid.html
The event will feature re-enactors at the station and on board trains, with both the protesters and Dr Beeching making appearances. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/bristol-railways-60th-anniversary-celebrated-with-special-event.html #AvonValleyRailway #bristol
Bristol Railway’s 60th anniversary celebrated with special event
The Avon Valley Railway is taking people back in time this March to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the closure of the Bristol and Bath railway line.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The event will feature re-enactors at the station and on board trains, with both the protesters and Dr Beeching making appearances. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/bristol-railways-60th-anniversary-celebrated-with-special-event.html #AvonValleyRailway #bristol
Kent and East Sussex Railway becomes more sustainable with solar power https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/kent-and-east-sussex-railway-becomes-more-sustainable-with-solar-power.html #EastSussex #environment #kent #KentAndEastSussexRailway #sussex
Kent and East Sussex Railway becomes more sustainable with solar power
Thanks to a grant from the Ashford Borough Council, the Kent and East Sussex Railway will become more sustainable.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Kent and East Sussex Railway becomes more sustainable with solar power https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/kent-and-east-sussex-railway-becomes-more-sustainable-with-solar-power.html #EastSussex #environment #kent #KentAndEastSussexRailway #sussex
Appeal following London theft of items worth £4,500 https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/appeal-following-london-theft-of-items-worth-4500.html #BritishTransportPolice #london #LondonPaddington
Appeal following London theft of items worth £4,500
Following the theft on board a train, the British Transport Police has released CCTV images in connection.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Appeal following London theft of items worth £4,500 https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/appeal-following-london-theft-of-items-worth-4500.html #BritishTransportPolice #london #LondonPaddington
Spooner’s cafe at Harbour Station will be open throughout the day to serve food and refreshments. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/free-tours-of-boston-lodge.html #FfestiniogRailway #march #spooner #wales
National Lottery Open Week comes to Boston Lodge
As part of National Lottery Open Week, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are set to offer free guided tours of Boston Lodge for visitors who bring a valid National Lottery ticket or scratch card.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Spooner’s cafe at Harbour Station will be open throughout the day to serve food and refreshments. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/free-tours-of-boston-lodge.html #FfestiniogRailway #march #spooner #wales
TransPennine Express say that tickets can be used with both Avanti and ScotRail but says that disruption is expected to all services. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scottish-railway-line-closed-as-emergency-services-attend-incident.html #AvantiWestCoast #carstairs #disruption
Scottish railway line closed as emergency services attend incident
The emergency services are attending an incident in Scotland, which has closed the line to Glasgow. All lines between Carstairs / Lanark and Glasgow Central are closed whilst the work is carried out, which means trains may be cancelled or delayed. Major disruption is expected until 11am. Avanti West Coast…
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February 16, 2026 at 9:34 AM
TransPennine Express say that tickets can be used with both Avanti and ScotRail but says that disruption is expected to all services. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scottish-railway-line-closed-as-emergency-services-attend-incident.html #AvantiWestCoast #carstairs #disruption
There are three winners this week, you can click on any of the pictures to view them in higher quality, as well as like and comment on them. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/winners-of-the-railway-photo-competition-week-7-2026.html #LocoStop
Winners of the railway photo competition - Week 7 2026
You can see all the recent pictures at www.railadvent.co.uk/locostop and share your pictures for the competition next week. Remember to use the hashtag #feature in the description of your photo. We had many entries this week, so please do take a look at them all here www.railadvent.co.uk/locostop There are three…
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February 15, 2026 at 6:59 PM
There are three winners this week, you can click on any of the pictures to view them in higher quality, as well as like and comment on them. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/winners-of-the-railway-photo-competition-week-7-2026.html #LocoStop
DSB has also signed a contract with the consortium to provide service and maintenance for thirty years, with options for two additional five-year extensions. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/automated-trains-set-to-be-introduced-by-siemens-and-stadler.html #siemens #stadler
Automated trains set to be introduced by Siemens and Stadler
A consortium of Siemens Mobility and Stadler has won a contract from Denmark’s state-owned railway (DSB) to supply 226 fully-automated, four-car trainsets with an option for up to one hundred further trains.
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February 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
DSB has also signed a contract with the consortium to provide service and maintenance for thirty years, with options for two additional five-year extensions. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/automated-trains-set-to-be-introduced-by-siemens-and-stadler.html #siemens #stadler
Nottinghamshire tram named after Dementia choir https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/nottingham-tram-dedicated-to-our-dementia-choir-by-bafta-actress.html #charity #nottingham #tram
Nottinghamshire tram named after Dementia choir
A special ceremony at the Nottingham Express Transport (NET) depot saw the unveiling of the newly named tram ‘Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir’.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Nottinghamshire tram named after Dementia choir https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/nottingham-tram-dedicated-to-our-dementia-choir-by-bafta-actress.html #charity #nottingham #tram
200 pack out Crewe for Cheshire rail celebration https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cheshire-stations-shine-at-packed-awards.html #altrincham #AltrinchamInterchange #awards #cheshire #competition #crewe #CrossCountry #HydeCentral #northern #railway_200 #romiley
200 pack out Crewe for Cheshire rail celebration
A record crowd of 200 guests gathered at Crewe Alexandra’s Hybrid Lounge on 5 February as nineteen stations from across Cheshire were honoured at the Cheshire Best Kept Station Awards.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:47 PM
200 pack out Crewe for Cheshire rail celebration https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cheshire-stations-shine-at-packed-awards.html #altrincham #AltrinchamInterchange #awards #cheshire #competition #crewe #CrossCountry #HydeCentral #northern #railway_200 #romiley
Dapol has announced plans to release a range of N Gauge models of six-wheel milk tankers https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/dapol-announces-range-of-n-gauge-six-wheel-milk-tankers.html #dapol #NGauge
Dapol announces range of N Gauge Six-wheel milk tankers
Dapol has announced plans to release a range of N Gauge models of six-wheel milk tankers
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February 15, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Dapol has announced plans to release a range of N Gauge models of six-wheel milk tankers https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/dapol-announces-range-of-n-gauge-six-wheel-milk-tankers.html #dapol #NGauge
A dream comes true for ten young railway enthusiasts https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/a-dream-comes-true-for-ten-young-railway-enthusiasts.html #buckinghamshire #cheshire #class_730 #crewe #LondonEuston #LondonNorthwesternRailway #MiltonKeynes #nuneaton #staffordshire
A dream comes true for ten young railway enthusiasts
A dream came for ten young railway enthusiasts when London Northwestern Railway (LNR)gave them the chance to become guards for day.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:20 AM
A dream comes true for ten young railway enthusiasts https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/a-dream-comes-true-for-ten-young-railway-enthusiasts.html #buckinghamshire #cheshire #class_730 #crewe #LondonEuston #LondonNorthwesternRailway #MiltonKeynes #nuneaton #staffordshire
CSX launches $670 million locomotive renewal efforts https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/csx-announces-670m-locomotive-fleet-upgrade-with-wabtec.html #csx #wabtec
CSX launches $670 million locomotive renewal efforts
US freight company CSX have today announced a $670 million deal with Wabtec as part of plans to modernise its locomotive fleet.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:06 AM
CSX launches $670 million locomotive renewal efforts https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/csx-announces-670m-locomotive-fleet-upgrade-with-wabtec.html #csx #wabtec
Our community at Hertford North deserves full access to the station, which is why we were so pleased when the government confirmed funding for this scheme.” https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/positive-progress-made-at-hertford-norths-access-for-all-scheme.html #AccessForAll
Accessibility project at Hertfordshire station reaches milestone
The accessibility upgrades by Network Rail, carried out at Hertford North station, are moving forward at pace as work continues to make the station more welcoming and inclusive for all passengers.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Our community at Hertford North deserves full access to the station, which is why we were so pleased when the government confirmed funding for this scheme.” https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/positive-progress-made-at-hertford-norths-access-for-all-scheme.html #AccessForAll
Over half of 16-30-year-olds would consider a railway apprenticeship https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/over-half-of-16-30-year-olds-would-consider-a-railway-apprenticeship.html #apprenticeships #cambridgeshire #essex #hertfordshire #NetworkRail #norfolk #suffolk
Over half of 16-30-year-olds would consider a railway apprenticeship
Almost half of apprentices now working in the railway industry in eastern England have changed their original career paths.
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February 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Over half of 16-30-year-olds would consider a railway apprenticeship https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/over-half-of-16-30-year-olds-would-consider-a-railway-apprenticeship.html #apprenticeships #cambridgeshire #essex #hertfordshire #NetworkRail #norfolk #suffolk
Cornish model centre announces 00 gauge model of unbranded TfW Class 175 DMU https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cornish-model-centre-announces-00-gauge-model-of-unbranded-tfw-class-175-dmu.html #class_175 #cornwall #devon #KernowModelRailCentre #TransportForWales
Cornish model centre announces 00 gauge model of unbranded TfW Class 175 DMU
The Kernow Model Rail Centre has announced an exclusive 00 gauge model Class 175 DMU in unbranded Transport for Wales livery.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Cornish model centre announces 00 gauge model of unbranded TfW Class 175 DMU https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cornish-model-centre-announces-00-gauge-model-of-unbranded-tfw-class-175-dmu.html #class_175 #cornwall #devon #KernowModelRailCentre #TransportForWales
His videos are helping us tell the story of our railway to a wider audience this year. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/llangollen-and-corwen-launches-photography-competition-to-capture-the-stunning-dee-valley-railway.html #corwen #llangollen #wales
Llangollen Railway launches photography competition
The Llangollen and Corwen Railway is kicking off its 2026 season with style, launching a new Photography and Videography Competition that invites entrants to capture the magic of the line and the breathtaking Dee Valley backdrop.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:12 PM
His videos are helping us tell the story of our railway to a wider audience this year. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/llangollen-and-corwen-launches-photography-competition-to-capture-the-stunning-dee-valley-railway.html #corwen #llangollen #wales
Network Rail’s new Doncaster training hub is already shaping the next generation of railway talent, giving apprentices the hands-on skills required to maintain and modernise Britain’s rail network.
Yorkshire centre to shape the future of Britain’s railway
Network Rail’s new Doncaster training hub is already shaping the next generation of railway talent, giving apprentices the hands-on skills required to maintain and modernise Britain’s rail network.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:20 PM
Network Rail’s new Doncaster training hub is already shaping the next generation of railway talent, giving apprentices the hands-on skills required to maintain and modernise Britain’s rail network.
The Elizabeth Line was opened in 2022 and currently is served by 70 Class 345 trains that were also built by Alstom at their Derby works. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/watch-elizabeth-line-trains-being-built-at-alstom-factory-in-derby.html #alstom #derby #ElizabethLine #video
WATCH: Elizabeth Line trains being built at Alstom factory in Derby
Recently, we made a trip to Alstom’s Derby Litchurch Lane Works for the CrossCountry Voyager unveiling, and whilst there, they invited us to have a look around the production line for the additional new trains for the Elizabeth Line.
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February 14, 2026 at 12:02 PM
The Elizabeth Line was opened in 2022 and currently is served by 70 Class 345 trains that were also built by Alstom at their Derby works. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/watch-elizabeth-line-trains-being-built-at-alstom-factory-in-derby.html #alstom #derby #ElizabethLine #video
Please plan ahead, check before you travel, and allow more time for your journeys to be completed while we carry out these vital improvement works.” #HeartOfWessexLine #NetworkRail
Wessex railway line set for closure with buses replacing trains
Passengers on the Heart of Wessex Line are being advised to plan ahead of time for travel, with buses set to replace trains between Yeovil Pen Mill and Weymouth from 28 February to 8 March 2026.
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February 14, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Please plan ahead, check before you travel, and allow more time for your journeys to be completed while we carry out these vital improvement works.” #HeartOfWessexLine #NetworkRail
Turkish State Railways orders 35 locomotives from Stadler https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/turkish-state-railways-orders-35-locomotives-from-stadler.html #stadler #turkey
Turkish State Railways orders 35 locomotives from Stadler
Stadler has signed a contract with Turkish State Railways (TCDD TTaşımacılık A.Ş.) for the supply of 35 type EURO4001 diesel-electric locomotives.
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February 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Turkish State Railways orders 35 locomotives from Stadler https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/turkish-state-railways-orders-35-locomotives-from-stadler.html #stadler #turkey