This week’s roundup of news from the UK railway industry.
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Author: Shannon Butcher
Shannon Butcher is an editorial contributor who has a Journalism degree from the University of Lincoln. When she’s not creating content she can be found visiting many of the UK's beautiful countryside locations with her dog, Pilot.
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The best railway shows you need to watch on Prime Video!
Prime Video have a fantastic selection of railway shows featuring historical stories from the halcyon days of the steam to the world of model railway enthusiasts.
Read moreShort history of the ‘most flexible of all’ Type 3
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham Railway Carriage & Wagon Company’s Type 3, better known as the Class 33, or simply the ‘Crompton’. Mark Nicholls recounts the type’s history.
Read moreWhy does snow prevent rail services from running?
In years gone by the UK has faced some relatively heavy snowfall, leaving passengers asking the question: Why does snow stop trains running?
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Trick and treat yourself this Halloween with our spookily good subscription offers on a selection of your favourite Railway titles.
Read morePREVIEW: NOVEMBER EDITION OF RAILWAYS ILLUSTRATED
Each issue of Railways Illustrated offers a comprehensive round-up of the latest news and topical events from the UK across the present-day railway, including heritage traction in operation on the main lines.
Read moreThe COVID Conundrum
Editor Mark Nicholls ponders the serious issues surrounding coronavirus and the UK’s railways, in particular what can be done to bring passengers back.
Read moreRestoring Falling Sands
The Severn Valley Railway has undertaken a vast job in making repairs to the Falling Sands Viaduct, as Editor Mark Nicholls explains.
Read moreEast Coast HST finale
After a remarkable 41 years of service, the HST is due to be taken out of use on the East Coast Main Line by its main franchisee on December 31, 2019.
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