# narrow gauge (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover narrow gauge. Page: Feed: --- ## [Wales, Cornwall, Yorkshire and Scotland trains suspended after power cut](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/wales-cornwall-yorkshire-and-scotland-trains-suspended-after-power-cut.html) _2026-08-23 · Michael Holden · RailAdvent_ CrossCountry is warning passengers of major disruption today due to a power outage at its headquarters. The building is located in Birmingham city centre, and… ## [The Courteeners singer to make Manchester tram announcements](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/the-courteeners-singer-to-make-manchester-tram-announcements.html) _2026-08-22 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ On-stop announcements to be voiced by Liam Fray on trams to concerts at Wythenshawe Park later this month. ## [Four more strike dates announced as East Midlands Railway services affected](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/four-more-strike-dates-announced-as-east-midlands-railway-services-affected.html) _2026-08-22 · Janine Booth · RailAdvent_ The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) has announced that its members on East Midlands Railway (EMR) will strike on Sunday 30 August, Monday 31 August, Wednesday 16 September and Thursday 17 September. ## [Biscuits onboard trains support previously homeless bakers](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/biscuits-onboard-trains-support-previously-homeless-bakers.html) _2026-08-22 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Avanti West Coast has entered a partnership to sell biscuits in its onboard shops that have been baked by people in supported employment. ## [425 new homes to be built on Cambridgeshire brownfield railway land](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/425-new-homes-to-be-built-on-cambridgeshire-brownfield-railway-land.html) _2026-08-22 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Planning approval has been granted for 425 new homes on brownfield railway land in the Cambridge North Residential Quarter. ## [Children’s book corner opened at Liverpool station](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/childrens-book-corner-opened-at-liverpool-station.html) _2026-08-22 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Bestselling children's author and poet Matt Goodfellow has officially opened a children's 'book nook' at Mossley Hill railway station in Liverpool. ## [West Midlands railway line reopens after wildfire repairs](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/west-midlands-railway-line-reopens-after-wildfire-repairs.html) _2026-08-22 · Michael Holden · RailAdvent_ Passenger trains have returned to the railway line between Stourbridge and Hagley after wildfire damage repairs. Network Rail says that there were significant damage to… ## [New owner announced for steam locomotive 35025 Brocklebank Line](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/new-owner-announced-for-steam-locomotive-35025-brocklebank-line.html) _2026-08-21 · Michael Holden · RailAdvent_ 35025 Brocklebank Line, owned by Southern Locomotives Ltd, is set to have a new owner thanks to a new deal. ## [Tour of Britain to see Yorkshire Railway run Park and Ride service](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/tour-of-britain-to-see-yorkshire-railway-run-park-and-ride-service.html) _2026-08-21 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ The Wensleydale Railway is making special arrangements for 5th September, when a stage of the Tour of Britain Men's Cycle Race finishes in Leyburn. ## [Cocker Spaniels and Labrador become first dog patrols at London railway station](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/cocker-spaniels-and-labrador-become-first-dog-patrols-at-london-railway-station.html) _2026-08-21 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Regular dog patrols have been introduced at London Waterloo station, the first major station in Britain' where dog patrols are a regular feature. ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Q6saYUw8SuVS) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [Essex engineer retires after 47 years](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/essex-engineer-retires-after-47-years.html) _2026-08-21 · Janine Booth · RailAdvent_ An engineer who worked for London Northeastern Railway (LNER) is retiring after 47 years in the job. ## [Rail freight operator removes 21 lorry movements from roads](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/rail-freight-operator-removes-21-lorry-movements-from-roads.html) _2026-08-21 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ GB Railfreight (GBRf) has turned to rail for transporting Rail Head Treatment equipment, instead of using road transport as previously. ## [GWR faces challenge of getting fans home from the Reading Festival](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/gwr-faces-challenge-of-getting-fans-home-from-the-reading-festival.html) _2026-08-21 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Bank holiday Monday sees GWR facing its biggest challenge of the year when up to 65,000 customers travel home by train from the Reading Festival. ## [County Durham Railway to run Stargazing Train](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/county-durham-railway-to-run-stargazing-train.html) _2026-08-21 · Mark Wilson · RailAdvent_ Weardale Railway to Run Stargazing train on 28th October ## [Birmingham Polar Express tickets are on sale now!](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/birmingham-polar-express-tickets-are-on-sale-now.html) _2026-08-21 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ The magical Polar Express train ride is a memorable experience which sells out quickly each year. ## [Lineside fire in Yorkshire sees images released in appeal](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/lineside-fire-in-yorkshire-sees-images-released-in-appeal.html) _2026-08-21 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ On the 11th August, at around 7:40 pm, a lineside fire occurred near Beighton Level Crossing in Sheffield. ## [West Midlands railway line set to reopen after wildfire](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/west-midlands-railway-line-set-to-reopen-after-wildfire.html) _2026-08-20 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ A huge recovery operation has been underway after wildfires caused major damage to the railway between Stourbridge and Hagley earlier this month. ## [Devon railway station fully reopens following fire](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/devon-railway-station-fully-reopens-following-fire.html) _2026-08-20 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ On the 21st July this year, a fire caused extensive damage to Paignton station. ## [Bedfordshire Railway Postpones Autumn Steam Gala](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/bedfordshire-railway-postpones-autumn-steam-gala.html) _2026-08-20 · Mark Wilson · RailAdvent_ The Leighton Buzzard Railway in Bedfordshire has announced a date change for its 2026 Autumn Steam Gala due to dry weather. ## [Sussex Train Derailment: Carriages lifted away as line reopening announced](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/sussex-train-derailment-carriages-lifted-away-as-line-reopening-announced.html) _2026-08-20 · Janine Booth · RailAdvent_ Network Rail and Southern Railway have announced that they expect the railway line between Haywards Heath and Lewes in Sussex to reopen to passenger services on Tuesday 1 September after they complete recovery and track repair work following the derailment on Thursday 13 August. ## [Fast, secure international transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/X8JDAjOnVbj8) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Bank transfer, cash pickup, mobile wallet — low fees and real-time tracking ## [Engineering Open Day at Hampshire railway](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/engineering-open-day-at-hampshire-railway.html) _2026-08-20 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ Next month, The Watercress Line, a railway based in Hampshire, is hosting its Engineering Open Weekend. ## [Major Disruption: Emergency services attend incident as London to Scotland trains affected](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/major-disruption-emergency-services-attend-incident-as-london-to-scotland-trains-affected.html) _2026-08-20 · Michael Holden · RailAdvent_ UPDATE: Lines have now reopened. Major disruption is expected until 17:00 Emergency services are attending an incident between London and Stevenage, with all lines currently… ## [Stadler to exhibit seven trains and trams at international showcase](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/stadler-to-exhibit-seven-trains-and-trams-at-international-showcase.html) _2026-08-20 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Next month’s InnoTrans 2026 is set to feature seven world firsts and innovations in railway technology from Swiss locomotive builder Stadler. ## [Reopening of Yorkshire to Lancashire line being prioritised](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/reopening-of-yorkshire-to-lancashire-line-being-prioritised.html) _2026-08-20 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ SELRAP has welcomed a decision by Lancashire Combined County Authority to prioritise the reopening of the rail line between Skipton and Colne. ## [£10 tickets available at Leicestershire railway](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/10-tickets-available-at-leicestershire-railway.html) _2026-08-20 · Emma Holden · RailAdvent_ Throughout summer, families have been exploring and visiting new locations. ## [Oystercard reminder issued by Transport for London](https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/08/oystercard-reminder-issued-by-transport-for-london.html) _2026-08-20 · Roger Smith · RailAdvent_ Ahead of the new school year, Transport for London (TfL) is reminding parents and guardians about free or discounted travel available for their children.