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The Southwold Railway Trust has launched an appeal for the construction of a new passenger carriage inspired by those that originally operated the historic Southwold Railway line. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/southwold-railway-trust.html
Southwold Railway Trust launches plans for a new passenger carriage
The Southwold Railway Trust has launched an appeal for the construction of a new passenger carriage inspired by those that originally operated the historic Southwold Railway line.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:20 PM
The Southwold Railway Trust has launched an appeal for the construction of a new passenger carriage inspired by those that originally operated the historic Southwold Railway line. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/southwold-railway-trust.html
US company acquires Swedish coupler manufacturer https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/us-company-acquires-swedish-coupler-manufacturer.html #usa #wabtec
US company acquires Swedish coupler manufacturer
Wabtec Corporation of the USA has acquired Swedish railway equipment manufacturer Dellner Couplers.
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February 18, 2026 at 5:40 PM
US company acquires Swedish coupler manufacturer https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/us-company-acquires-swedish-coupler-manufacturer.html #usa #wabtec
“Our engineers have delivered vital upgrades that will keep the Inverclyde line reliable for years to come. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/inverclyde-line-bridge-stengthening-work-complete.html #greenock #langbank #NetworkRail
Inverclyde line Bridge stengthening work complete
Following two weekend closures on the Inverclyde line, Network Rail has completed improvements to bridges and structures on the line.
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February 18, 2026 at 5:20 PM
“Our engineers have delivered vital upgrades that will keep the Inverclyde line reliable for years to come. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/inverclyde-line-bridge-stengthening-work-complete.html #greenock #langbank #NetworkRail
Kingston also saw some general maintenance carried out, including some signalling work in Teddington and the demolition of redundant equipment at Strawberry Hill and Shepperton. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/services-in-south-west-london-resume-after-4-day-closure.html
Services in South West London resume after 4 day closure
Four days of engineering work were carried out between New Malden and Twickenham.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Kingston also saw some general maintenance carried out, including some signalling work in Teddington and the demolition of redundant equipment at Strawberry Hill and Shepperton. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/services-in-south-west-london-resume-after-4-day-closure.html
Competition: Win a copy of Rail Freight: Yorkshire and North East England by Paul Shannon https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/competition-win-a-copy-of-rail-freight-yorkshire-and-north-east-england-by-paul-shannon.html #competitions
Competition: Win a copy of Rail Freight: Yorkshire and North East England by Paul Shannon
Details on how to enter the competition are below.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Competition: Win a copy of Rail Freight: Yorkshire and North East England by Paul Shannon https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/competition-win-a-copy-of-rail-freight-yorkshire-and-north-east-england-by-paul-shannon.html #competitions
Greater Anglia expands use of birds of prey https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/greater-anglia-expands-use-of-birds-of-prey.html #chelmsford #environment #GreaterAnglia
Greater Anglia expands use of birds of prey
To help improve passenger experience at Chelmsford Station, Greater Anglia has released birds of prey to deter pigeons.
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February 18, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Greater Anglia expands use of birds of prey https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/greater-anglia-expands-use-of-birds-of-prey.html #chelmsford #environment #GreaterAnglia
Dapol announces N Gauge Brush Type 2s https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/dapol-announces-n-gauge-brush-type-2s.html #class_33 #dapol #NGauge
Dapol announces N Gauge Brush Type 2s
The development team at Dapol has approved four production samples of its upcoming release of Brush Type 2 Class 33 diesel-electric locomotives.
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February 18, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Dapol announces N Gauge Brush Type 2s https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/dapol-announces-n-gauge-brush-type-2s.html #class_33 #dapol #NGauge
Glasgow incident sees CCTV images released https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/glasgow-incident-sees-cctv-images-released.html #airdrie #BritishTransportPolice #glasgow #shettleston
Glasgow incident sees CCTV images released
Last month, an incident occurred on board a train between Shettleston and Airdrie Stations on the 19th January.
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February 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Glasgow incident sees CCTV images released https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/glasgow-incident-sees-cctv-images-released.html #airdrie #BritishTransportPolice #glasgow #shettleston
North Yorkshire level crossing to be upgraded https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/reminder-nunthorpe-level-crossing-upgrade-work-begins-this-weekend.html #disruption #LevelCrossing #middlesbrough #NetworkRail #nunthorpe #whitby
North Yorkshire level crossing to be upgraded
Passengers are being advised to plan ahead of travel between Middlesbrough and Whitby from Sunday, 22 February until Saturday, 28 February, while a full upgrade is carried out at the Nunthorpe Level Crossing.
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February 18, 2026 at 1:20 PM
North Yorkshire level crossing to be upgraded https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/reminder-nunthorpe-level-crossing-upgrade-work-begins-this-weekend.html #disruption #LevelCrossing #middlesbrough #NetworkRail #nunthorpe #whitby
The victim was admitted to the hospital and has now been discharged. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/witness-appeal-for-london-stabbing.html #BritishTransportPolice #london #TurkeyStreet
Witness appeal for London Stabbing
The British Transport Police are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing at Turkey Street Station
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February 18, 2026 at 12:31 PM
The victim was admitted to the hospital and has now been discharged. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/witness-appeal-for-london-stabbing.html #BritishTransportPolice #london #TurkeyStreet
Progress video released of new Devon railway station https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/progress-video-released-of-new-devon-railway-station.html #devon #okehampton
Progress video released of new Devon railway station
Around a year ago, construction began on a new station in Devon, to be named Okehampton Interchange.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Progress video released of new Devon railway station https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/progress-video-released-of-new-devon-railway-station.html #devon #okehampton
Aberdeen weekend closures completed following £3.8 million upgrade https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/aberdeen-weekend-closures-completed-following-3-8-million-upgrade.html #aberdeen #NetworkRail #NetworkRailScotland #scotland
Aberdeen weekend closures completed following £3.8 million upgrade
Essential track upgrades have meant that Aberdeen station was closed over the last three weekends.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Aberdeen weekend closures completed following £3.8 million upgrade https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/aberdeen-weekend-closures-completed-following-3-8-million-upgrade.html #aberdeen #NetworkRail #NetworkRailScotland #scotland
We are now in an unprecedented position to deliver the next chapter of transformation for rail services in Wales. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/seven-new-railway-stations-to-be-built-in-wales-under-new-plans.html #cardiff #CoreValley #liverpool #magor #newport #UkGovernment
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February 18, 2026 at 8:57 AM
We are now in an unprecedented position to deliver the next chapter of transformation for rail services in Wales. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/seven-new-railway-stations-to-be-built-in-wales-under-new-plans.html #cardiff #CoreValley #liverpool #magor #newport #UkGovernment
A rare opportunity is being offered to travel aboard the iconic Midland Pullman during a landmark test run between Crewe and London Euston on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/midland-pullman-offers-passengers-first-class-seats-for-its-hst-speed-test.html #crewe #hst
Midland Pullman HST set for speed test run
A rare opportunity is being offered to travel aboard the iconic Midland Pullman during a landmark test run between Crewe and London Euston on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
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February 18, 2026 at 7:58 AM
A rare opportunity is being offered to travel aboard the iconic Midland Pullman during a landmark test run between Crewe and London Euston on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/midland-pullman-offers-passengers-first-class-seats-for-its-hst-speed-test.html #crewe #hst
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