This, BBC Radio 3 broadcasts from a train for an entire day, as the network marks the 200th anniversary of the modern railway with Train Tracks, including five live prog

ONE tiny town in the middle of the countryside changed travel in the UK and around the globe forever. Shildon in County Durham, is a quaint town that those passing through may assume is just

There is major rail disruption through Cambridgeshire this morning (Friday, October 3). Passengers heading towards Stansted Airport are affected.

Chris Harrington, managing director at Hoppa, said: "The UK is home to some incredible scenery, and one of the best ways to experience it is by train. From the coastlines of Cornwall to the countryside of County Down, rail travel offers a relaxing and memorable way to take it all in."

Rainhill Station was closed to the public this evening after armed police responded to reports of a man with a 'gun'. Emergency services were called to Station Road at around 7.25pm following concerns for the safety of a man. A large police presence quickly descended, including armed officers, police helicopters, and multiple patrol cars and vans.

Great Western Railway scored 34 out of 50, and came third. The Telegraph described it as having ‘the most enduring brand in UK rail’, and its highest score was an eight in the destinations category.

The drones use Digital Tethering to ensure they fly safely near the lines. Credit: Network Rail The UK’s rail infrastructure manager Network Rail has started flying drones to monitor 20,000 miles of tracks. With its partner Drone Major Limited Network ...

Feng Li does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment. Recent disruption to Britain’s rail ...