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Photos as Norfolk based steam locomotive returns after £800,000 overhaul

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By Michael Holden Verified
| RailAdvent
The North Norfolk Railway and The Gresley Society invited RailAdvent down to Sheringham today (17th July 2026) to see the formal launch of Gresley N2 No. 1744. 1744 is returning to service on the railway following a full overhaul, which has cost around £800,000 and has taken since late 2018 to complete. The locomotive has undergone extensive testing since being completed, including its first steaming on the 12th May 2026 and its Part 2 Steam Exam on the 20th May 2026.
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First GBR Anglia branded trains unveiled

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By Michael Holden Verified
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At an event today, held at London Liverpool Street station, the first trains to carry the Great British Railways branding were unveiled. c2c Class 357 No. 357008 and 357020 were unveiled along with Greater Anglia Class 720s No. 720144 and 720501 at the event in their new livery with its distinctive red, white and blue colours. GBR Anglia brings together Network Rail, c2c and Greater Anglia under one leadership team.
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Signalling could be at fault in fatal Lancashire crash? RAIB launches full investigation

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By Michael Holden Verified
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The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has announced that they have launched an investigation after a fatal crash between a car and a train in Lancashire. On the 25th June 2026, the 07:51 Northern service from Colne to Preston struck a car at Hoghton level crossing, which is situated between Blackburn and Preston. Sadly, the driver of the car was killed in the crash and the child passenger was seriously injured. No injuries were reported by anyone on the train.
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