Thomas the Tank Engine Creator Commemorated with Blue Plaque at Former Gloucestershire Residence Friday, October 17, 2025 thomas tankengine blueplaque gloucestershire stroud anniversary literature children railway commemoration The creator of Thomas the Tank Engine is being honoured with a blue plaque at his former home at 30 Rodborough Avenue in Stroud, Gloucestershire. This tribute marks the 80th anniversary of the publication of the first classic … Read More
Day One of Trains Skipping Gloucester Railway Station Saturday, September 27, 2025 gloucester train railway disruption transport travel service schedule region station The first day of train services bypassing Gloucester railway station has begun, affecting schedules across the region. For the next nine days, passengers can expect disruptions as trains do not stop at Gloucester, requiring …
Why and When Trains Won't Be Stopping at Gloucester Railway Station – What You Need to Know Monday, September 22, 2025 gloucester railway station signalbox upgrade trainservice disruption transportation safety travel sport Gloucester railway station will experience temporary service interruptions due to major upgrade work on its signal box. These improvements are crucial to enhance the safety, reliability, and efficiency of train operations … Read More
Live Update: Train Collides with Dean Forest Railway Bridge Thursday, August 14, 2025 train accident railway bridge deanforest collision disruption transport emergency weekend A train has crashed into the Dean Forest Railway bridge, causing significant damage to the structure. Authorities have initiated investigations and emergency services are on site to assess the situation. Passengers are …
Villagers Warn A48 Railway Bridge Is a Dangerous Hazard After Repeated Crashes Thursday, July 17, 2025 a48 railway bridge safety crashes traffic gloucestershire speeding networkrail roadsafety Residents near the A48 railway bridge at Jordan Hill have voiced urgent concerns about the safety of this low clearance structure, describing it as a “fatality waiting to happen.” A public meeting held on July 15 at … Read More
Key Road Near Cheltenham Rail Station to Close One-Way for Several Weeks Thursday, July 17, 2025 cheltenham gloucesterroad railway nationalgrid roadworks traffic electricity substation summerholidays transport A crucial section of Gloucester Road near Cheltenham Spa railway station will be partially closed in one direction for nearly a month to facilitate important electrical upgrades. From July 28 to August 22, the southwest-bound … Read More