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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
Some of these details will be released in due course. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/devon-railway-announces-2026-events.html #barnstaple #devon #LyntonAndBarnstapleRailway
Devon Railway announces 2026 events
This year’s events at the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway have been announced, with favourites returning and brand-new events.
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February 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Some of these details will be released in due course. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/devon-railway-announces-2026-events.html #barnstaple #devon #LyntonAndBarnstapleRailway
Bank Holiday to see Bagnall celebration https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/bank-holiday-to-see-bagnall-celebration.html #AmertonRailway #ApedaleValleyLightRailway #lancashire #NarrowGauge #stafford #staffordshire #WestLancashireLightRailway #woto
Bank Holiday to see Bagnall celebration
Three heritage lines are joining forces this spring with a unique steam celebration. Following their 2025 partnership agreement, the Apedale Valley Light Railway, West Lancashire Light Railway, and Amerton Railway have announced their first jointly organised event: a Bank Holiday showcase of W.G. Bagnall steam locomotives.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Great Western Railway boosting capacity ahead of Six Nations showdown https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/wales-v-france-great-western-railway-providing-54-trains-for-sundays-six-nations-showdown.html #cardiff #CardiffCentral #france #GreatWesternRailway #rugby #SixNations #TransportForWales #wales
Great Western Railway boosting capacity ahead of Six Nations showdown
Great Western Railway (GWR) is rolling out 54 trains and over 27,500 seats for fans headed to Sunday’s Wales v France Six Nations match at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
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February 13, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Great Western Railway boosting capacity ahead of Six Nations showdown https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/wales-v-france-great-western-railway-providing-54-trains-for-sundays-six-nations-showdown.html #cardiff #CardiffCentral #france #GreatWesternRailway #rugby #SixNations #TransportForWales #wales
Greater Anglia launches a new transport campaign to promote seamless travel https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/greater-anglia-launches-new-integrated-transport-campaign-to-deliver-simpler-more-connected-and-sustainable-journeys.html #england #GreaterAnglia #ticketing
Greater Anglia launches a new transport campaign to promote seamless travel
Greater Anglia have unveiled a new campaign to promote more seamless and sustainable travel across the East of England.
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February 13, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Greater Anglia launches a new transport campaign to promote seamless travel https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/greater-anglia-launches-new-integrated-transport-campaign-to-deliver-simpler-more-connected-and-sustainable-journeys.html #england #GreaterAnglia #ticketing
Surrey line to reopen following landslip repairs https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/surrey-line-to-reopen-following-landslip-repairs.html #disruption #dorking #horsham #NetworkRail #ockley #surrey
Surrey line to reopen following landslip repairs
A landslip at Ockley in January worsened, causing major delays to the line between Horsham and Dorking.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Surrey line to reopen following landslip repairs https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/surrey-line-to-reopen-following-landslip-repairs.html #disruption #dorking #horsham #NetworkRail #ockley #surrey
Metropolitan Line upgrade will affect London Marylebone trains https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/chiltern-railways-customers-reminded-of-upcoming-metropolitan-line-closure-this-month.html #amersham #aylesbury #AylesburyValeParkway #beaconsfield #ChilternRailways #london #LondonMarylebone
Metropolitan Line upgrade will affect London Marylebone trains
Passengers using Chiltern Railways are being advised of a temporary closure later this month that will affect services via the Metropolitan Line.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Metropolitan Line upgrade will affect London Marylebone trains https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/chiltern-railways-customers-reminded-of-upcoming-metropolitan-line-closure-this-month.html #amersham #aylesbury #AylesburyValeParkway #beaconsfield #ChilternRailways #london #LondonMarylebone
The Talyllyn Railway are celebrating its landmark 75 years of volunteer operation with a temporary exhibition. #HeritageRailwayAssociation #NantGwernol #TalyllynRailway #tywyn
Talyllyn Railway celebrates 75 years with a new exhibition
The Talyllyn Railway are celebrating its landmark 75 years of volunteer operation with a temporary exhibition.
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February 13, 2026 at 3:50 PM
The Talyllyn Railway are celebrating its landmark 75 years of volunteer operation with a temporary exhibition. #HeritageRailwayAssociation #NantGwernol #TalyllynRailway #tywyn
Free train travel in new Social Media competition https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/free-train-travel-in-new-social-media-competition.html #cambridge #cambridgeshire #competition #GoviaThameslinkRailway #GreatNorthern #HertfordNorth #southern #thameslink
Free train travel in new Social Media competition
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is running a competition next week where one lucky customer will receive free travel among a host of other prizes.
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February 13, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Free train travel in new Social Media competition https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/free-train-travel-in-new-social-media-competition.html #cambridge #cambridgeshire #competition #GoviaThameslinkRailway #GreatNorthern #HertfordNorth #southern #thameslink
£57,000 in damages were caused on the 19th May 2025 following the theft at Oakenshaw Junction. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/west-yorkshire-man-jailed-following-57000-cable-theft.html #BritishTransportPolice #disruption #NetworkRail #wakefield
West Yorkshire man jailed following £57,000 cable theft
Following a significant disruption in Wakefield last year due to cable theft, a man has been jailed.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:20 PM
£57,000 in damages were caused on the 19th May 2025 following the theft at Oakenshaw Junction. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/west-yorkshire-man-jailed-following-57000-cable-theft.html #BritishTransportPolice #disruption #NetworkRail #wakefield
£2 million vegetation project to start in Liverpool this month https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/2-million-vegetation-project-to-start-in-liverpool-this-month.html #EdgeHill #environment #NetworkRail
£2 million vegetation project to start in Liverpool this month
Later this month, a £2 million project to help control vegetation in Liverpool will begin.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:50 PM
£2 million vegetation project to start in Liverpool this month https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/2-million-vegetation-project-to-start-in-liverpool-this-month.html #EdgeHill #environment #NetworkRail