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Level crossing closure in Calderdale
From Friday 20 June until Monday 13 October, Elland Brickyard level crossing in Elland, Calderdale, will be closed.

Network Rail stations and offices go solar in ground-breaking deal with EDF Renewables
A solar farm about to begin construction in Norfolk will help to power Network Rail stations and offices thanks to a revolutionary deal with energy supplier EDF Renewables.

Ten weeks until roundabout and railway bridge replaced in Stockport
Rail passengers are being advised of major work to rebuild a railway bridge in Stockport which will see a three-week closure of the Manchester spur of the West Coast Main Line this summer.

Lucky man reunited with wedding ring after its 'slow motion' drop onto railway
A 'happy and relieved' husband has been reunited with his priceless wedding ring after losing it on the railway - a week before his first wedding anniversary.

Warwick station elevates to next level as lift shaft is craned into place
A pre-made lift shaft will be lifted into position at Warwick station next weekend as part of the ongoing work to improve passenger access to trains.

Five weekends of rail upgrade work between Leeds and York
Customers are being urged to check before they travel with services impacted between Leeds and York on five consecutive weekends, starting on Saturday 7 June.

All aboard! Reading Family Fun Day returns to the station for a second year
Network Rail is encouraging people to come along to Reading station on Thursday (29 May) to take part in the second annual family fun day, where visitors can play a variety of games, exchange goodies at a swap shop, create artwork, and learn more about Reading’s railway history.

Reminder: Crucial upgrades this week to modernise Lincolnshire level crossings
Essential renewal work set to begin this Friday at four key Lincolnshire level crossings, with nearly £1 million being invested to improve safety and reliability.