Virgin's plan to bring back direct Blackpool - Euston services, has been dealt a blow by Network Rail, who have rejected the proposal due to lack of available paths. The service was planned to begin with the timetable change in December and would have restored direct London services to the seaside town after an absence of a decade.
Virgin have stated that they will appeal against the decision.
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Fellsman kicks-off with the K4
The first Fellsman train of the 2013 season has left Preston with 61994 The Great Marquess in charge. Previous seasons have seen 5690 Leander and WCRC's 8F 48151 taking the lion's share of the duties, but this year it has been suggested that 5699 Galatea might feature heavily. With 46115 Scots Guardsman having recently received a loaded test and Leander due out of the workshops soon, it seems that there is the possibility of a good bit of variety on the Fellsman this year.
Monday, 10 June 2013
NRM threat - Petition
There is a real danger that one of the museums operated by Science Museums Group (SMG) , will close, due to a funding shortfall. The museums which are potentially threatened by a 10% funding cut, include the Museum of Science & Industry in Manchester and the National Railway Museum in York. You may like to sign the e-Petition challenging the cuts and the potential closure.
Thursday, 6 June 2013
New Preston Depot for TPE
"The newest depot in our network has officially opened at Preston and has welcomed the team of drivers who will be based there. It's one of the latest steps on our new trains journey, as we prepare for the arrival of our new fleet. "
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