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Fans are encouraged to make the most of Scotland’s Railway and travel to Edinburgh by train. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scotrail-supports-calcutta-cup-clash-at-murrayfield.html #edinburgh #EdinburghWaverley #haymarket #scotland #ScotRail #SixNations #tram
ScotRail preparing for rugby fans ahead of Murrayfield match day
ScotRail is once again gearing up to help thousands of rugby fans travel to the capital this weekend for Scotland’s first home fixture of this year’s Guinness Six Nations campaign against England.
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February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Fans are encouraged to make the most of Scotland’s Railway and travel to Edinburgh by train. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scotrail-supports-calcutta-cup-clash-at-murrayfield.html #edinburgh #EdinburghWaverley #haymarket #scotland #ScotRail #SixNations #tram
Weardale Railway welcomes the legendary NER petrol-electric railcar https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/weardale-railway-welcomes-rare-1903-ner-autocar-to-stanhope.html #auckland #BishopAuckland #CountyDurham #durham #RailwayHeritage #stanhope #WeardaleRailway
Weardale Railway welcomes the legendary NER petrol-electric railcar
This winter, Weardale Railway will bring a piece of railway history to Stanhope with the return of the iconic North Eastern Railway (NER) Petrol-Electric Autocar.
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February 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Weardale Railway welcomes the legendary NER petrol-electric railcar https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/weardale-railway-welcomes-rare-1903-ner-autocar-to-stanhope.html #auckland #BishopAuckland #CountyDurham #durham #RailwayHeritage #stanhope #WeardaleRailway
Watch: Taking a ride on Alstom’s Test Track at Derby! https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/watch-taking-a-ride-on-alstoms-test-track-at-derby.html #alstom #class_701 #derby #SouthWesternRailway
Watch: Taking a ride on Alstom’s Test Track at Derby!
Whilst we were visiting Alstom’s Derby Litchurch Lane Works for the CrossCountry Voyager launch, we were invited to have a ride on the Test Track at the works. The test track at Derby is 1.4km long and allows Alstom to design, build and test trains in one facility, something only…
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February 17, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Watch: Taking a ride on Alstom’s Test Track at Derby! https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/watch-taking-a-ride-on-alstoms-test-track-at-derby.html #alstom #class_701 #derby #SouthWesternRailway
The bridge will close during repairs, but the crossing will remain open. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scottish-station-bridge-to-be-repaired-after-year-long-closure.html #BurnsideStrathclyde #lanarkshire #NetworkRail #SouthLanarkshire
Scottish station bridge to be repaired after year long closure
The footbridge at Burnside station is set for a £200,000 repair project, which begins soon.
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February 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The bridge will close during repairs, but the crossing will remain open. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/scottish-station-bridge-to-be-repaired-after-year-long-closure.html #BurnsideStrathclyde #lanarkshire #NetworkRail #SouthLanarkshire
Charity rail tour from North to South Wales https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/charity-rail-tour-from-north-to-south-wales.html #bangor #BranchLineSociety #charity #chester #class_67 #ColwynBay #crewe #gwynedd #holyhead #LlandudnoJunction #newport #prestatyn
Charity rail tour from North to South Wales
On Saturday, 25th April, the Branch Line Society is running the “Gerald of Wales / Y Gerallt Gymro” special train from Holyhead to Swansea.
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February 17, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Charity rail tour from North to South Wales https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/charity-rail-tour-from-north-to-south-wales.html #bangor #BranchLineSociety #charity #chester #class_67 #ColwynBay #crewe #gwynedd #holyhead #LlandudnoJunction #newport #prestatyn
However, there will be no vehicle access to the crossing between 23:30 and 10:30 during the weekends of work (21-22 Feb, 28 Feb-1 March, 14-15 March, 28-29 March). https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/essential-renewal-work-at-long-eaton-level-crossing.html #CrossCountry
Long Eaton level crossing to close as part of essential renewal work
Late-night upgrades are set to improve safety and comfort at the Meadow Lane Level Crossing in Long Eaton.
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February 17, 2026 at 3:20 PM
However, there will be no vehicle access to the crossing between 23:30 and 10:30 during the weekends of work (21-22 Feb, 28 Feb-1 March, 14-15 March, 28-29 March). https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/essential-renewal-work-at-long-eaton-level-crossing.html #CrossCountry
Anyone who may recognise the man is asked to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 476 of 7 February. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cctv-images-released-following-robbery-north-london.html
British Transport Police issue CCTV images following North London Robbery
British Transport Police have issued CCTV images regarding a robbery that took place on board a Picadilly Line train on Saturday, 7 February.
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February 17, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Anyone who may recognise the man is asked to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 476 of 7 February. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/cctv-images-released-following-robbery-north-london.html
The service allows customers to discreetly report issues such as vandalism, graffiti, rowdy behaviour, door obstruction, or threatening and abusive conduct. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/metro-customer-reporting-system-is-switching-to-whatsapp.html #metro #nexus
Metro switches ‘Report It’ system to WhatsApp
Passengers on the Tyne and Wear Metro are now able to report antisocial behaviour quickly and without cost via WhatsApp.
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February 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The service allows customers to discreetly report issues such as vandalism, graffiti, rowdy behaviour, door obstruction, or threatening and abusive conduct. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/metro-customer-reporting-system-is-switching-to-whatsapp.html #metro #nexus
Heritage Traction Preservation have announced a new Pioneer Provincial project that will see their Class 143 restored. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/class-143-set-for-new-livery-with-pioneer-provincial-project.html #BrClass_143No_143601 #class_143 #HeritageTractionPreservation
Class 143 set for new livery with Pioneer Provincial project
Heritage Traction Preservation have announced a new Pioneer Provincial project that will see their Class 143 restored.
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February 17, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Heritage Traction Preservation have announced a new Pioneer Provincial project that will see their Class 143 restored. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/class-143-set-for-new-livery-with-pioneer-provincial-project.html #BrClass_143No_143601 #class_143 #HeritageTractionPreservation
Nexus apprentices crowned Bake Off champions https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/apprentices-at-nexus-serve-up-winning-entry-at-great-british-bake-off-event.html #apprenticeships #metro #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #nexus #TyneAndWear #TyneAndWearMetro
Nexus apprentices crowned Bake Off champions
Two graduate apprentices at Nexus have sharpened their teamwork and time management skills after scooping first place in a national baking contest inspired by The Great British Bake Off.
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February 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Nexus apprentices crowned Bake Off champions https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/apprentices-at-nexus-serve-up-winning-entry-at-great-british-bake-off-event.html #apprenticeships #metro #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #nexus #TyneAndWear #TyneAndWearMetro
Steam locomotive 6990 Witherslack Hall set for Netflix appearance https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/steam-locomotive-6990-witherslack-hall-set-for-netflix-appearance.html #GreatCentralRailway #GwrHallNo_6990WitherslackHall
Steam locomotive 6990 Witherslack Hall set for Netflix appearance
A resident locomotive from the Great Central Railway will be appearing on screen with a journey on the picturesque line.
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February 17, 2026 at 11:19 AM
Steam locomotive 6990 Witherslack Hall set for Netflix appearance https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/steam-locomotive-6990-witherslack-hall-set-for-netflix-appearance.html #GreatCentralRailway #GwrHallNo_6990WitherslackHall
Branch Line Weekend Services to make special stops https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/branch-line-weekend-services-to-make-special-stops.html #class_108 #eardington #SevernValleyRailway
Branch Line Weekend Services to make special stops
Eardington station is the smallest station on the Severn Valley Railway, with trains usually running straight through, except during galas.
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February 17, 2026 at 10:17 AM
Branch Line Weekend Services to make special stops https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/branch-line-weekend-services-to-make-special-stops.html #class_108 #eardington #SevernValleyRailway
At around 03:15 on the 1st January, a man was assaulted by two men, who repeatedly punched and kicked him in the head onboard an Elizabeth Line train to Shenfield. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/man-kicked-and-punched-in-the-head-on-elizabeth-line-train-as-cctv-images-release.html
Man kicked and punched in the head on Elizabeth Line train as CCTV images release
The British Transport Police are investigating an assault on an Elizabeth Line train and have released CCTV images to assist their investigation. At around 03:15 on the 1st January, a man was assaulted by two men, who repeatedly punched and kicked him in the head onboard an Elizabeth Line train…
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February 17, 2026 at 9:50 AM
At around 03:15 on the 1st January, a man was assaulted by two men, who repeatedly punched and kicked him in the head onboard an Elizabeth Line train to Shenfield. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/man-kicked-and-punched-in-the-head-on-elizabeth-line-train-as-cctv-images-release.html
Following a landslip on Thursday last week, which caused a collapse of a retaining wall onto the line near Worcester. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/worcestershire-landslip-causes-disruption.html #disruption #DroitwichSpa #NetworkRail #worcester
Worcestershire landslip causes disruption
Following a landslip on Thursday last week, which caused a collapse of a retaining wall onto the line near Worcester.
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February 17, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Following a landslip on Thursday last week, which caused a collapse of a retaining wall onto the line near Worcester. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/worcestershire-landslip-causes-disruption.html #disruption #DroitwichSpa #NetworkRail #worcester
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways to host a Jobs Fair https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/were-hiring-and-youre-invited-to-our-jobs-fair.html #jobs #porthmadog #spooner #wales
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways to host a Jobs Fair
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways (FFWHR) are gearing up for the 2026 visitor season. As part of their preparations, the heritage railway is inviting prospective team members to explore a variety of roles at an upcoming February Jobs Fair.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:51 AM
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways to host a Jobs Fair https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/were-hiring-and-youre-invited-to-our-jobs-fair.html #jobs #porthmadog #spooner #wales
Piling will create the foundations needed to install masts and overhead wires that will eventually power electric trains between Edinburgh and Tweedbank. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/borders-railway-electrification-work-to-begin-this-month.html #BordersRailway #disruption
Borders Railway electrification work to begin this month
Network Rail is set to launch the first stage of electrification on the Borders Railway this week, signalling a significant move towards cleaner, more sustainable rail travel.
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February 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Piling will create the foundations needed to install masts and overhead wires that will eventually power electric trains between Edinburgh and Tweedbank. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/borders-railway-electrification-work-to-begin-this-month.html #BordersRailway #disruption
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