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9th March, 2026
2238 & 65894, NYMR Steam Gala, Goathland, 27th September 2019.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced that the bridge work on Bridge 42 will not be completed in time for the opening on the 28th March 2026.
Bridge 42 allows trains to travel over the River Murk Esk and requires propping to allow for trains to run over it without disruption.
The bridge is just outside Grosmont station, which means that Whitby trains cannot run, and also means that Grosmont cannot be served.
A reduced service will see trains run between Pickering and Goathland only until the 25th April at the earliest.
With propping completed for the 2026 season, a full repair programme will take place in 2026/27 and this will restore the bridge for the long term.
A major appeal has been launched to cover costs of propping the bridge as well as complete the repairs needed.
More information can be found on the NYMR website.
Whitby steam trains postponed with reduced timetable announced
2238 & 65894, NYMR Steam Gala, Goathland, 27th September 2019.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced that the bridge work on Bridge 42 will not be completed in time for the opening on the 28th March 2026.
Bridge 42 allows trains to travel over the River Murk Esk and requires propping to allow for trains to run over it without disruption.
The bridge is just outside Grosmont station, which means that Whitby trains cannot run, and also means that Grosmont cannot be served.
A reduced service will see trains run between Pickering and Goathland only until the 25th April at the earliest.
With propping completed for the 2026 season, a full repair programme will take place in 2026/27 and this will restore the bridge for the long term.
A major appeal has been launched to cover costs of propping the bridge as well as complete the repairs needed.
More information can be found on the NYMR website.
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9th March, 2026
B1 61264 near Goathland on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
61264 designed by Edward Thompson, the B1 was a wartime utility mixed traffic locomotive for general passenger and freight duties, travelling towards Pickering North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) will host its Annual Steam Gala from Friday 28th September to Sunday 30th September, with a combination of guest locomotives and home fleet engines in steam over the weekend.
Experience this year's Steam Gala which will be unlike any other as the railway celebrates 100 years of the railway's Q6 locomotives along with the 100th anniversary of the RAF.
Don't miss out on the celebration! The NYMR's own Q6 locomotive is 100 years old and additionally preserved locomotives of the same age will join the railway for the celebration.
The railway has invited 2857 from the Severn Valley Railway and Locomotive number 6 Douglas from the Talyllyn Railway (which is also an ex RAF engine and painted in RAF plant blue to mark the centenary) which will travel on a flat wagon as part of the railway's demonstration goods train.
Bullied SR 4-6-2 'Battle of Britain' Class Pacific design, 34081 92 SQUADRON will also join the NYMR from Nene Valley Railway.
Owned by The Battle of Britain Locomotive Society the class pacific locomotive was named after the famous Spitfire squadron based at Biggin Hill during the Battle of Britain in 1940.
Entering service from Brighton works in September 1948, her all-too-brief mainline career ended when she was withdrawn from Eastleigh shed in August 1964 and subsequently sold to Dai Woodhams scrap yard at Barry Island in South Wales.
The Q6 will be operating alongside its NELPG (North Eastern Locomotive Preservation Group) sister the J27 which returned to service in early 2018.
This year’s gala will be one of the railway's biggest galas to date with potentially 10 locomotives on show.
During the weekend stations along the line will be hosting exciting events of their own such as the Autumn Steam Gala Beer Festival which sees Levisham and Goathland offering a wide selection of real ales from local breweries such as Brass Castle, Helmsley Brewing Co, Baytown and many more.
• The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a not for profit charitable trust providing memorable experiences for visitors and fulfilment for volunteers and staff through the operation of Britain’s most popular heritage railway between Whitby and Pickering.
• NYMR recently launched the Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey appeal, which aims to raise £2,500,000 over the next five years for maintenance and repair that is vital to ensure that the railway remains operational. To find out more about the appeal and pledge your support, visit nymr.co.uk/ymj
• NYMR have recently been the stars of Channel 5 documentary ‘The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard’
• The NYMR cares for operating and developing the railway it owns from Pickering to Grosmont. The heritage railway operates over Network Rail from Grosmont to Whitby.
• The charity provides a high quality, safe and authentic evocation of the steam age for the public.
• The NYMR is an Educational Charitable Trust. Providing education for all ages.
• The railway is a fully accredited museum.
Running between 28 March and 12 April, North Yorkshire Moors Railway is set to host a range of family-friendly activities at its historic stations in Pickering and Goathland.
Visitors can look forward to fun-filled days where special activities blend play, learning, and creativity, while supporting the railway’s Bridge 42 Appeal.
Young visitors and their families can take part in an Easter Scavenger hunt, where colourful easter eggs can be discovered around Pickering and Goathland stations.
Each egg reveals a mystery letter, with visitors who can solve the puzzle up for a chance to win an Easter Egg.
Happening between 28 March and 12 April.
Easter family fun at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
B1 61264 near Goathland on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
61264 designed by Edward Thompson, the B1 was a wartime utility mixed traffic locomotive for general passenger and freight duties, travelling towards Pickering North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) will host its Annual Steam Gala from Friday 28th September to Sunday 30th September, with a combination of guest locomotives and home fleet engines in steam over the weekend.
Experience this year's Steam Gala which will be unlike any other as the railway celebrates 100 years of the railway's Q6 locomotives along with the 100th anniversary of the RAF.
Don't miss out on the celebration! The NYMR's own Q6 locomotive is 100 years old and additionally preserved locomotives of the same age will join the railway for the celebration.
The railway has invited 2857 from the Severn Valley Railway and Locomotive number 6 Douglas from the Talyllyn Railway (which is also an ex RAF engine and painted in RAF plant blue to mark the centenary) which will travel on a flat wagon as part of the railway's demonstration goods train.
Bullied SR 4-6-2 'Battle of Britain' Class Pacific design, 34081 92 SQUADRON will also join the NYMR from Nene Valley Railway.
Owned by The Battle of Britain Locomotive Society the class pacific locomotive was named after the famous Spitfire squadron based at Biggin Hill during the Battle of Britain in 1940.
Entering service from Brighton works in September 1948, her all-too-brief mainline career ended when she was withdrawn from Eastleigh shed in August 1964 and subsequently sold to Dai Woodhams scrap yard at Barry Island in South Wales.
The Q6 will be operating alongside its NELPG (North Eastern Locomotive Preservation Group) sister the J27 which returned to service in early 2018.
This year’s gala will be one of the railway's biggest galas to date with potentially 10 locomotives on show.
During the weekend stations along the line will be hosting exciting events of their own such as the Autumn Steam Gala Beer Festival which sees Levisham and Goathland offering a wide selection of real ales from local breweries such as Brass Castle, Helmsley Brewing Co, Baytown and many more.
• The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a not for profit charitable trust providing memorable experiences for visitors and fulfilment for volunteers and staff through the operation of Britain’s most popular heritage railway between Whitby and Pickering.
• NYMR recently launched the Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey appeal, which aims to raise £2,500,000 over the next five years for maintenance and repair that is vital to ensure that the railway remains operational. To find out more about the appeal and pledge your support, visit nymr.co.uk/ymj
• NYMR have recently been the stars of Channel 5 documentary ‘The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard’
• The NYMR cares for operating and developing the railway it owns from Pickering to Grosmont. The heritage railway operates over Network Rail from Grosmont to Whitby.
• The charity provides a high quality, safe and authentic evocation of the steam age for the public.
• The NYMR is an Educational Charitable Trust. Providing education for all ages.
• The railway is a fully accredited museum.
Running between 28 March and 12 April, North Yorkshire Moors Railway is set to host a range of family-friendly activities at its historic stations in Pickering and Goathland.
Visitors can look forward to fun-filled days where special activities blend play, learning, and creativity, while supporting the railway’s Bridge 42 Appeal.
Young visitors and their families can take part in an Easter Scavenger hunt, where colourful easter eggs can be discovered around Pickering and Goathland stations.
Each egg reveals a mystery letter, with visitors who can solve the puzzle up for a chance to win an Easter Egg.
Happening between 28 March and 12 April.
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Bridge 42
Under 5’s have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed Station and Play session, with foam blocks, tunnels and train tracks, musical train toys, and a Cosy Corner sensory area with space for quiet play and stories.
Station Storytime invites families to enjoy a reading of Apil Jones’ 21 Elephants and Still Standing, the true story of P.T Barnum leading 21 elephants over the Brooklyn Bridge.
Following the story, children are invited to explore and create different types of bridges.
Station Storytime is free to join, but booking is advised.
Taking place on 8 April, 10:30 – 11:30 am.
The Build a Bridge Challenge allows young visitors to show off their engineering skills with the challenge of constructing a bridge strong enough to allow a model train to pass below.
The event runs between 3 and 9 April, 9:30 to 4:30.
Booking is advised to ensure a spot at the activities, with ticket fees and donations going towards the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s efforts to restore its 180 year old grade 2 listed rail bridge.
“Our Easter activities are designed to bring families together through play, storytelling, and discovery. Whether visitors are exploring our stations as part of the scavenger hunt or taking on an engineering challenge inspired by real railway heritage, there is something for everyone. There are several events to support the ongoing Bridge 42 Appeal, helping visitors connect with the railway’s preservation work in a creative and engaging way.”
Rhiannon Hope, Learning & Interpretation Lead at the NYMR.
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9th March, 2026
DMU leaving Berwyn
Following customer feedback, the Llangollen and Corwen Railway is introducing a fresh new format to its popular Afternoon Tea on the Dee experience.
Under this new arrangement, all guests are automatically assigned their own dedicated table, eliminating shared seating and offering a more private and comfortable experience.
The heritage railway will also operate two afternoon tea services on running days: a 12:20 pm departure returning at 2:30 pm, and a 3:15 pm departure returning at 5:04 pm.
A special Mother’s Day service is also scheduled.
Afternoon Tea on the Dee includes a full return journey between Llangollen and Corwen, paired with a traditional afternoon tea served in a heritage carriage.
Guests can enjoy freshly prepared sandwiches, fruit scones with jam and clotted cream, cakes and other sweet treats, accompanied by tea or coffee, with the option to upgrade to sparkling wine.
Llangollen to refresh Afternoon Tea on the Dee experience
DMU leaving Berwyn
Following customer feedback, the Llangollen and Corwen Railway is introducing a fresh new format to its popular Afternoon Tea on the Dee experience.
Under this new arrangement, all guests are automatically assigned their own dedicated table, eliminating shared seating and offering a more private and comfortable experience.
The heritage railway will also operate two afternoon tea services on running days: a 12:20 pm departure returning at 2:30 pm, and a 3:15 pm departure returning at 5:04 pm.
A special Mother’s Day service is also scheduled.
Afternoon Tea on the Dee includes a full return journey between Llangollen and Corwen, paired with a traditional afternoon tea served in a heritage carriage.
Guests can enjoy freshly prepared sandwiches, fruit scones with jam and clotted cream, cakes and other sweet treats, accompanied by tea or coffee, with the option to upgrade to sparkling wine.
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Afternoon Tea by the Dee
These changes are part of the railway’s wider efforts to enhance the visitor experience while increasing revenue from existing services, supporting ongoing investment in infrastructure, rolling stock and visitor facilities.
Demand remains strong ahead of the first run on 25 April, with the 12:20 pm service already sold out and only limited availability remaining on the later departure.
Visitors are advised to book ahead for the one-of-a-kind afternoon tea experience in the Dee Valley.
“We have spent time reviewing guest feedback and discussing how we can improve the overall experience. Sharing tables can sometimes feel awkward for guests who don’t know each other, and it also creates practical challenges when serving food, particularly where dietary requirements or allergens are involved.
“By moving to fully private tables and introducing a second sitting, we can deliver a more relaxed, comfortable and premium experience for everyone, while also increasing capacity in a sensible and manageable way. It’s a positive step for our customers and for the railway.”
Jordan Edge, Catering Supervisor at the Llangollen and Corwen Railway.
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9th March, 2026
Three of the volunteers working on completion of Seathorne Bank take a breather
Lincolnshire Light Coast Railway has announced that Seathorne Bank Station, the new terminus of the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway in Skegness, has been named runner-up in the prestigious Station of the Year category at the Heritage Railway Association Awards, often dubbed the Railway Oscars.
Opened in June 2025 by Jimmy Brooks, Mayor of Skegness, Seathorne Bank station sits within the Skegness Water Leisure Park.
A standout feature of the site is the carefully relocated Victorian-era Great Northern Railway coal office from Skegness station.
The building later served as offices for the contracting firm Ellis Bros Ltd. from 1947 until just a few years ago, before being given a new life as part of the heritage railway’s latest development.
Railway Oscars win for new Lincolnshire heritage railway station
Three of the volunteers working on completion of Seathorne Bank take a breather
Lincolnshire Light Coast Railway has announced that Seathorne Bank Station, the new terminus of the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway in Skegness, has been named runner-up in the prestigious Station of the Year category at the Heritage Railway Association Awards, often dubbed the Railway Oscars.
Opened in June 2025 by Jimmy Brooks, Mayor of Skegness, Seathorne Bank station sits within the Skegness Water Leisure Park.
A standout feature of the site is the carefully relocated Victorian-era Great Northern Railway coal office from Skegness station.
The building later served as offices for the contracting firm Ellis Bros Ltd. from 1947 until just a few years ago, before being given a new life as part of the heritage railway’s latest development.
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The new station gets a final lick of paint before its opening
Seathorne Bank station received the accolade at the ceremony held on 7 March 2026.
The award was ultimately won by Oswestry railway station on the Cambrian Heritage Railways.
Fellow runners-up included Blue Anchor railway station on the West Somerset Railway and Sheringham railway station on the North Norfolk Railway.
The recognition continues a strong run of national awards for the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway.
In 2023, the railway won the Morgan Award for Rolling Stock Preservation for restoring the historic “Queen Mary” carriage from the Nocton Estates Railway, once used to carry potatoes and sugar beet across the Lincolnshire Fens between Nocton and Bardney.
Earlier honours include a runner-up placing in 2021 for the restoration of the Simplex diesel locomotive “Fred,” a survivor of the North Sea Flood of 1953 that later worked on sea defences and at brickworks in Mablethorpe and Skegness.
The railway also shared a national award in 2009 for reopening its line alongside the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway.
Further recognition came when the railway’s rare First World War ambulance van was restored and displayed at the Museum of Army Transport, earning both a grant and an award from the Transport Trust.
Together, the honours highlight the railway’s ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate Lincolnshire’s rich railway heritage.
“This is an extraordinary accolade for everyone who made Seathorne Bank station possible. We were up against strong competition from the other stations short-listed for the award and from the other many excellent entries.
“It’s the second accolade for Seathorne Bank. The construction of the station, incorporating the historic building, with a platform, access ramps, traditional lamps, benches and views across the fields to the Lincolnshire Wolds, was the winner of the Federation of Master Builders’ Small Renovation Project award in their Yorkshire & Trent Region”.
John Chappell, LCLR’s spokesman.
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Monday 9 Mar 2026
Network Rail track renewal
The railway between Newport and Cardiff Central will close from late on Friday 20 March, and remain closed throughout the weekend, while Network Rail completes vital upgrades to the South Wales Main Line, with buses replacing trains.
Passengers travelling between Newport and Cardiff Central Station are being encouraged to check before they travel this March while Network Rail carries out essential track renewal work to maintain a safe and reliable railway for passengers and freight services using the route.
The work, taking place between Monday 16 and Sunday 22 March, will see teams replacing sections of track on one of the busiest parts of the railway in South Wales.
To safely carry out the upgrades, some changes to train services will be in place during the week, with a reduced number of tracks available between Newport and Cardiff Central.
This will affect services operated by Transport for Wales (TfW), GWR and CrossCountry.
The railway will be fully closed between Newport and Cardiff Central from 23:00 Friday 20 March to 05:00 Monday 23 March, when engineers will complete the most intensive part of the work. During this time, buses will replace trains.
Separate engineering work between Cardiff Queen Street and Cardiff Bay on Sunday 22 March will also affect some Cardiff Valley Lines services, with rail replacement buses in operation on several routes.
Passengers are encouraged to check before they travel using the TfW app or website. The latest travel information is also available on the Great Western Railway and CrossCountry websites, as well as at nationalrail.co.uk.
Nick Millington, Route Director for Network Rail Wales and Borders, said, “Renewing the track between Newport and Cardiff is essential to keeping this busy stretch of railway safe and reliable for the passengers and freight services that rely on it every day.
“We’ve worked closely with our train operating partners to keep services running during the week, with some timetable alterations, while carrying out the most intensive work over the weekend.”
“We know this will affect journeys and we apologise for the disruption it may cause. Our teams will be working as quickly and safely as possible to complete these vital upgrades, and we thank passengers for their patience while we carry out this important work.”
Colin Lea, Planning and Performance Director at TfW, said, "We’re encouraging all passengers travelling between Cardiff and Newport to check their journey in advance, as many of our services will be affected throughout the weekend. This includes trains to Manchester, Holyhead, Cheltenham, Ebbw Vale, Maesteg and some Valleys services on Sunday.
To help keep passengers moving, we’ll be running a comprehensive rail replacement bus service, with buses operating roughly every five minutes between Cardiff and Newport. Our teams will be on hand throughout the weekend to support customers and help them reach their destination.”
Kay Davies, GWR Station Manager for South Wales, said,“We apologise for the impact this work will have on customers, but this is a really important investment in the long-term reliability of our railway.
“Timetables have been amended for these dates to reflect the change to services, including a reduced train service between Cardiff Central and London Paddington.
“If your usual train is affected, replacement buses will be running, but please allow extra time as bus journeys will take a little longer than the train.”
Essential track renewals to improve journeys between Newport and Cardiff
Region & Route: Wales & Western: Wales & BordersNetwork Rail track renewal
The railway between Newport and Cardiff Central will close from late on Friday 20 March, and remain closed throughout the weekend, while Network Rail completes vital upgrades to the South Wales Main Line, with buses replacing trains.
Passengers travelling between Newport and Cardiff Central Station are being encouraged to check before they travel this March while Network Rail carries out essential track renewal work to maintain a safe and reliable railway for passengers and freight services using the route.
The work, taking place between Monday 16 and Sunday 22 March, will see teams replacing sections of track on one of the busiest parts of the railway in South Wales.
To safely carry out the upgrades, some changes to train services will be in place during the week, with a reduced number of tracks available between Newport and Cardiff Central.
This will affect services operated by Transport for Wales (TfW), GWR and CrossCountry.
The railway will be fully closed between Newport and Cardiff Central from 23:00 Friday 20 March to 05:00 Monday 23 March, when engineers will complete the most intensive part of the work. During this time, buses will replace trains.
Separate engineering work between Cardiff Queen Street and Cardiff Bay on Sunday 22 March will also affect some Cardiff Valley Lines services, with rail replacement buses in operation on several routes.
Passengers are encouraged to check before they travel using the TfW app or website. The latest travel information is also available on the Great Western Railway and CrossCountry websites, as well as at nationalrail.co.uk.
Nick Millington, Route Director for Network Rail Wales and Borders, said, “Renewing the track between Newport and Cardiff is essential to keeping this busy stretch of railway safe and reliable for the passengers and freight services that rely on it every day.
“We’ve worked closely with our train operating partners to keep services running during the week, with some timetable alterations, while carrying out the most intensive work over the weekend.”
“We know this will affect journeys and we apologise for the disruption it may cause. Our teams will be working as quickly and safely as possible to complete these vital upgrades, and we thank passengers for their patience while we carry out this important work.”
Colin Lea, Planning and Performance Director at TfW, said, "We’re encouraging all passengers travelling between Cardiff and Newport to check their journey in advance, as many of our services will be affected throughout the weekend. This includes trains to Manchester, Holyhead, Cheltenham, Ebbw Vale, Maesteg and some Valleys services on Sunday.
To help keep passengers moving, we’ll be running a comprehensive rail replacement bus service, with buses operating roughly every five minutes between Cardiff and Newport. Our teams will be on hand throughout the weekend to support customers and help them reach their destination.”
Kay Davies, GWR Station Manager for South Wales, said,“We apologise for the impact this work will have on customers, but this is a really important investment in the long-term reliability of our railway.
“Timetables have been amended for these dates to reflect the change to services, including a reduced train service between Cardiff Central and London Paddington.
“If your usual train is affected, replacement buses will be running, but please allow extra time as bus journeys will take a little longer than the train.”
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