Today marks the anniversary of a rail accident that occurred on 8 December 1981 near the village of Ulleskelf in North Yorkshire. A passenger express travelling from York to Liverpool derailed approximately 500 metres north of Ulleskelf railway station. The derailment occurred on a routine service,...
Llanelli railway station has officially opened its new accessibility upgrades, marking a major step forward in creating a more inclusive and modern travel hub for all passengers. The £6.3 million project, funded through the Department for Transport’s Access for All scheme, was delivered in...
Network Rail is urging passengers in Scotland to plan ahead and check their journeys on Tuesday as Storm Bram brings heavy rain and strong winds across the country. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind in northwest Scotland, where gusts could reach up to 90mph, while yellow warnings...
A time capsule marking 200 years of modern railways has been secured in Derby, where it will remain for the next 50 years until the 250th anniversary of Britain’s railways in 2075. The Railway 200 capsule was handed over on Monday 8 December by Railway 200 programme manager Emma Roberts to Heather...
A special exhibition train celebrating 200 years of Britain’s railways has arrived at London Paddington, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the history and future of train travel. The train, named Inspiration, will be open for public visits until Saturday 13 December.Inspiration...
Passengers on the East Coast Main Line (ECML) are being urged to plan ahead as the biggest timetable overhaul in more than a decade comes into effect on Sunday 14 December. The changes form part of a wider network-wide update, reflecting more than £4 billion invested over the past ten years to...
Ravensthorpe station is set to close from Sunday 14 December until summer 2028 as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), with work underway to build a modernised station 200 metres west of its current location.The new station will feature a footbridge with lifts for step-free access, a...
Passengers travelling between East Kilbride and Glasgow are set to experience a quieter, cleaner, and more reliable journey as electric trains begin service this weekend. The introduction of the new electric services on Sunday 14 December marks the culmination of a £144 million Scottish Government...
Harlaxton Road bridge in Grantham has been named the second most frequently struck railway bridge in Britain, prompting Network Rail to launch a high-tech monitoring trial to cut disruption and repair costs. The structure, which carries the East Coast Main Line across a six-road junction, was hit 18...
Exactly a year after first crossing paths on a late-night train, a couple returned to the very same service to relive the moment that brought them together – and this time it ended with a surprise proposal. Steve Higgs (56) and Payal Pandya (49) first met on the 23:09 London Northwestern Railway...
TransPennine Express has unveiled six new artwork panels at Selby Station as part of the national Railway 200 celebrations, marking 200 years since Britain’s first passenger railway. The pieces, produced by BTEC Art & Design students from Selby College, were officially revealed on Friday 5...
Lumo has teamed up with drag performer Patti Boo Rae and Newcastle’s Alphabetti Theatre to help passengers enjoy a smoother and more festive experience when travelling this Christmas. The open access operator, known for its electric East Coast services between the North East and London, has...
LNER says more than 413,000 rail bookings have already been made for the Christmas period, signalling what could be one of the busiest festive seasons in recent years. Research by the operator suggests Saturday 20 December 2025 will be the peak travel date, with around 43,000 journeys currently...
Great Western Railway (GWR) has advised passengers to expect significant disruption on Tuesday 9 December, with flooding and severe weather forecast to affect rail services across the region. To help customers manage their journeys, tickets dated for Tuesday 9 will be valid for travel on Wednesday...
Greater Anglia has completed a £1 million improvement programme at Harwich International railway station, aimed at enhancing facilities and creating a more welcoming environment for passengers. The project forms part of the operator’s ongoing investment in station infrastructure across its...
A new Changing Places toilet has opened at Great Yarmouth rail station, offering a major boost to accessibility for disabled passengers and the people who support them. The enhanced facility has been delivered by Greater Anglia in partnership with the Wherry Lines Community Rail Partnership and...
LNER has released its latest cab-ride video, showcasing the full journey from Edinburgh Waverley to London King’s Cross from the driver’s perspective. The footage tracks the southbound run along the East Coast Main Line, offering an uninterrupted view from the cab as the train departs...
On 7 December 1835, the Bavarian Ludwig Railway opened between Nuremberg and Fürth, becoming the first steam‑hauled railway line in Germany. The line was approximately 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) long and used the standard gauge of 1,435 mm, establishing a precedent for railway construction in the...
The Townsville to Mount Isa rail line remains closed following a derailment of a mineral freight train on Friday afternoon. Queensland Rail (QR) confirmed that one locomotive ended up on its side, while two others left the track but remained upright. A single wagon also derailed but stayed...
On this day in 1991, two passenger trains collided inside the Severn Tunnel, leading to one of the most notable rail accidents in the tunnel’s history. The crash occurred on 7 December when a Regional Railways Sprinter ran into the back of an InterCity 125 service already travelling through the...