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Five obscure and fascinating stories about the history of Britain’s railways in this must-read book for railway enthusiasts

Five obscure and fascinating stories about the history of Britain’s railways in this must-read book for railway enthusiasts

Discover the ultimate compendium of unique tales, record-breaking feats and engaging train trivia in All Aboard by Julian Holland: a wonderful collection of stories that make compulsive reading for railway enthusiasts everywhere.   Packed with more than 200 anecdotes, facts and intriguing...

3 min

14/04/2023

Five forgotten British railway lines and the abandoned train stations left behind

Five forgotten British railway lines and the abandoned train stations left behind

From platforms hidden in undergrowth to restored signal boxes, award-winning cafes and visitor centres, read on to discover the history of five abandoned railway lines in the UK and learn how their station remains have been preserved all of these...

5 min

10/10/2022

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