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Hi there, Recently whilst passing Tyne Yard, I have noticed a lot more 'action' going on in the south end of the yard. I know by living near and using it as a great spot to photograph the ECML that recently it has been upgraded in the scope of security gates going up, I was just wondering...

Hi everyone, Making my first official Eurostar trip to Paris tomorrow and will be in Paris Gare du Nord around lunchtime, wonder if anyone could give me tips on the best place to position myself to maximise photo opportunities? Thanks in advance.

I was down at KGX today and decided to pop my head into St Pancras for a quick look around. It got me thinking about how nice the e320's would look when they go into service on the Eurostar routes. However what do people think will happen to the current 373 stock? Is there any plans to...

Hi guys, I'm just wondering how many of you on here have had rail related jobs ranging from the ordinary to the diverse? For instance how many jobs have you had? How long have you worked on the railways? Have you took a different route into a better rail job that's not classed as...

I joined this forum in 2010 for a few reasons. As well as speaking to people with similar interests, my main reason was to learn what I could about becoming a Driver. I have read posts, interacted with people, PM'd people who have been kind enough to give me advice, insight and confidence to...

Ok, so who's going and who's not? And if not why? If you are, who are you taking with you? Also, what's everyone looking forward to seeing whilst your there? Look forward to your responses!

Hi Guys, Just sharing what I captured tonight at Newcastle Central. Pendolino Class 390 no. 390055 halted at NCL at 23:45 - 23:51 on its first ever trial run on the ECML Pictures are here Video will appear here soon

Hi all, My application to become an RPI has been accepted and I am to attend an assessment next Wednesday (19th). In my acceptance letter it states that the assessment could last up to four hours, which is no problem. I am swotting up on the practice test papers I received with my letter...

Finally managed to get my NRM shuttle and gala weekend pics up on my blog..... Have a look if ye so wish! Thanks:D:D:D

Hi Everyone, I applied for a RPI job with XC that ended last wednesday on thier website. Does anyone know roughly how long it takes to get a reply? There will be a two week training course in Mid-November if I'm successful, so was giving it about 2 weeks (1 week left today) by my...

Not exactly a Photography Site, but I've just uploaded some pics to my blog of the weekends Blyth & Tyne MRC Exhibition, have a look the link is in my Signature, Cheers :D:D:D

Went here at the weekend, pics on my blog. Have a look cheers :D

Was just reminising with a friend about Tyne Yard and the kinds of stock that was seen regularly there during the 90's when I suddenly remembered these Class 325 EMU's that were a common site. After looking at Wikipedia it seems theres only a few sets running on the WCML. Does anyone have...

I'm working in Doncaster next weekend and want to know wheres the best place to catch some railway action! Obviously it has a hugely busy station but are the works worth a visit? Is there a good spot for a bit of photography? Any help much appreiciated ;-)

Just got back from this show held at the Wynyard Rooms, Wynyard Park, Hartlepool. It has plenty to see and loads of traders with a few bargains to take advantage of. £4.50 Adults £3.00 OAPs and Kids Open 9:30am - 5.00pm Sat & Sun If your thinking of going it's well worth it. I'll be...

Hi, Are any of you out there going to the NRM's LMS event over the weekend of September 24th & 25th? Quite a few loco's attending, I'm definately going to try and get down, plus there's shuttles running from York -Shildon - York including the 'Flying Scotsman'! I've managed to find out...

All this recent preservation of many Loco's lately, including one of my favourites the HST prototype (see here) got me thinking how these groups start and how to plan the preservation of the chosen Loco. I also think that a lot of modern trains once their times is up should have people in...

Hi Guys, Following on from my previous thread of extending the business I work for into models including model railways, we have a classroom available for use for model railway clubs, members, or modellers to use 7 days a week with late nights available Tues/Wed for FREE! Free teas/coffee's...

Ok I'll keep this short and sweet and direct! The business I help run is currently a craft supplier and we are moving into the arts and hobby sector which includes of course Model Railways. We have met with a rep from Hornby today and have the latest catalogue etc. What I would like to know...

Did anyone see James May's Toy Stories Barnstable to Bideford II on BBC 2 tonight? It was fantastic, please watch it on BBC iPlayer if not well worth your time! Also caught a program before this and Top Gear featuring Richard Hammond talking about the Japanese Shinkansen or Bullet Train...