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 ...

As Britain celebrates 200 years of the modern railway, discover the world's oldest track or become a steam train driver for a day Surprisingly, the weather 200 years ago obliged, with the Durham ...

A collection of World War Two Home Guard papers reveals the volunteer force was not "a load of duffers" but highly skilled ...

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The well-wooded Barle Valley is excellent for spotting red deer, especially in autumn when the leaves have fallen and visitors are few. Exmoor ponies often graze on Withypool Hill (398m), a superb ...

This winter, England is set to sparkle brighter than ever with a spectacular line-up of new and much-loved Christmas ...

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 ...

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Joe Campbell travels a section of the new freight rail service between Southampton and Doncaster as he takes a deep dive into the future of England's railways. The opening of the world's first railway ...

Great Western Railway will be brought under public ownership as the Government pledges to "deliver reliable, comfortable and more affordable journeys", the Transport Secretary is expected to announce.