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Issue 944 out now: Northern's Hope Valley service to form basis of new 'mini Switzerland' project

Discussion in 'Railway Herald' started by RHM, Apr 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM.

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    Issue 944
    Published: 8th April 2026
    In this issue:
    Latest News from around the UK National Network and the heritage railways, including Northern's Hope Valley service to form basis of new 'mini Switzerland' project, Work starts on restoration of former Tilbury Riverside station and Peak Rail to explore full line restoration options.

    Railtours & Excursions:
    Latest updates on charters; Summer and evening trips for Steam Dream; Hastings unit to Cranmore; UKR takes EDs into Dorset

    Preservation World:
    Night Owl chassis moves indoors at Tyseley works; Battery powered Class to be used for Driver for a Fiver at Twin Peaks Diesel Gala; Progress continues on P2 at Darlington; Peak Rail to explore options for full route reinstatement; Severn Valley Railway offers brake van rides during steam gala; West Somerset marks 50th anniversary of its first trains; GCR Good(s) Friday Workings

    PLUS! Battery-powered Class 08 to be used on 'Driver For A Fiver' duties at Peak Rail

     
    RHM, Apr 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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