Glimpses of an industrial loco at work, espied from a passing train, may tempt a visit to investigate – this west-facing scene includes the Settle & Carlisle line crossing Long Meg Viaduct, but centre

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

JUNE SAW a number of diesel galas staged at some of the established heritage lines, with a number of visiting locomotives providing enticing line-ups for modern traction followers. The West Somerset R

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s diesel gala on June 12-15 had a varied mix of guest locos. Making the first appearance of a Class 50 on the line for more than a decade, 50021 Rodney was warmly rec

Following the introduction of the summer timetable, further Class 701 Arterio EMUs have been brought into service by South Western Railway so, that by the second week of June, up to nine sets were bei

LOCOMOTIVE SERVICES’ Peak 45118 The Royal Artilleryman had a busy last week of May, which started on May 26 when it became the first Class 45 to visit St Pancras since 2004, followed by a rededication