The historic line ran between Bath in Somerset and Bournemouth in Dorset For more than a century the Somerset and Dorset Railway (S&D) served as a lifeline for rural communities - transporting coal, ...
Celebrations to mark the 200th anniversary of the first passenger rail journey are taking place up and down the UK, with this weekend particularly special. On 27 September, 1825, the first passenger ...
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Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, said: “The introduction of the Railways Bill to Parliament marks a pivotal moment ...
Michael Portillo will celebrate the 200th anniversary of British railways with a special programme on the BBC. The opening of ...
The 200th anniversary of the modern British railway system is the perfect time to look back on and reflect on the importance of rail travel. Did you know with a Digital subscription to Yorkshire Post, ...
It’s essential to ensure that passengers’ needs and experiences are at the heart of the UK’s new railway network. By Anthony Smith This autumn, parliament will turn its attention to one of the most ...
On the 75th anniversary of the end of colonial rule, photos document the British Empire's lasting imprint on the part of India that is now Bangladesh. A man stands on a train as it waits at the ...