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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newsvideo/11606666/Man-narrowly-avoids-being-hit-by-a-train.html#article He clearly fell on the 3rd rail then nearly got hit by the train.

If it hasn't already been posted. Locomotive derailment at Ordsall Lane Junction, Salford, 23 January 2013 (PDF)

Just a quick enquiry. Does anyone know if this ticket is still available to buy? http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/prd6401efbea4da8a529e880b352b5d4.aspx Thanks.

What are the recruitment steps involved for a train presentation operative? I have done my application and completed the DSI test. If I was to be successful with the DSI test, what would come next? Would it just be an interview then an offer of employment? Thanks.

Walking home from Wigan Wallgate last night, I was walking down Frog Lane and noticed a Colas class 47 idling away in the carriage siding. So when I got home, I checked realtimetrains and found that pretty much all night, this loco was running to and from Southport. Anyone know why? It was...

Here are some videos of the recent WCML diversions. The videos were taken at a foot crossing near Kearsley. For some reason, I can't seem to embed my youtube videos?

For anyone interested. A little bird told me that DBS 60099 (tata steel livery) has caught fire. No more information about where or when. Callum.

I was flicking through the great ol' Wigan reporter when I came across a Northern advert. This one here: 'Avoid the crowds and save money'. They won't be saying that tomorrow when the hordes of man and wife with child in tow are making their way to the Manchester Christmas markets. Last...

Probably quite a nice touch from Northern to coincide with the funerals of the two police officers murdered on duty last month. Now who said Northern were a set of mean sticks? http://www.northernrail.org/news/7099

I'm surprised no one has mentioned it yet but there is a dark blue (I think) class 31 in Warrington yard. I first noticed it last Saturday. Don't know the number because it was too far away to see. Anyone know why it's there? Callum.

I'm just wondering about the best permitted way of getting down to the low level lines at Warrington. I'm looking to get some pictures of coal trains etc. Anyone know any good spots? The closer to the station the better :D Thanks. Callum.

I often wonder if my eyesight falls within the required parameters for being a train driver. How can I find out before applying for driving jobs if my eyesight passes the minimum standard. Would an optician be able to advise? Also, is there anything that can be done if my eyesight was to fail...

I installed the class 144 from oovee today and when I loaded it up I was met with just blue ness and couldn't see out of the window. Anyone know a way to fix it? Callum.

Has anyone got any idea what traction is used on the 14:22 Preston-Colne service today? I was kind of hoping for a 158. Thanks. Callum.

I have been wondering for some time about when a train is stopping for a station. How much brake does the driver put on when he/she comes to the braking point for a station? Do they put on the brakes fairly strongly then ease off them as they come to the station? or do they do the opposite and...

I notice FTPE are looking for a training manager for the future class 350 fleet already :o https://firstgroup.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=4697

Was just waiting for the 14:48 to rochdale from Wigan Wallgate and this turned up. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOKMXCMAJYY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Hi all. I'm just wondering if Hartford (Cheshire) is a good place to get some photos as opposed to Acton Bridge because for me Hartford would be easier to get to. Thanks in advance. Callum.

Just a quick question. I am travelling on this service from wigan and wondering if it is a pendolino or voyager? Something tells me it will be a voyager. Callum.

I was just looking at opentraintimes.com and I came across this: 3S08 WTT PASS Wigan L.i.p. To Wigan L.i.p. 1104 ZZ Does anyone know what train it is? Here is a link for the full schedule http://www.opentraintimes.com/schedule/H10521/2012/2/21 Thanks. Callum.