Island line to close again for essential maintenance

Long ago, well before the term ‘heritage railway’ was coined, railway enthusiasts delighted in the light railways of England with their charming and often sublime appeal. The first statutory use of th

Non-commuter lines are experiencing an upswing in fortunes, but the UK lags behind mainland Europe when it comes to value for money and accessibility. RICHARD FOSTER explains why more must be done to fulfil potential

PART TWO