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A staple of modern British life, the seaside getaway was intertwined with the train, in whose compartments holidaymakers were shunted from smog-choked cities to sandy coves. With his signature wit and anecdotal style, Andrew Martin captures an era defined by its railways: from the development of Brighton and Scarborough into pleasure resorts, and the introduction of bank holidays and two-day weekends, to the advent of cheap flights and the British coast's subsequent decline. Humorous and evocative, To the Sea by Train takes a charming tour through Britain's most beloved pastime. 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This fully updated and enlarged 19th edition of Europe by Rail:The Definitive Guide has useful tips on journey planning, what tickets tobuy and where to stop off along the way. Europe by Rail has sold over 200,000 copies over25 years. Literary flair and great storytelling underpin the enduring successof this book, which now includes descriptions of over 47,000 km of itinerariesdivided into 52 routes. The routes in this book will take you far beyond theArctic Circle, south to Sicily, from eastern Europe to the Irish hills and fromthe Black Sea to the Bay of Biscay. With its nicely opinionated style and lotsof cameo accounts of travel history, Europe by Rail inspires and informsin equal measure. 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Highlights to watch for along the way, from architectural gems and engineering feats to natural wonders and stunning landscapes. Travel through the snow-covered peaks of Switzerland, the vast deserts of Australia, the lush valleys of Japan and the dramatic coastlines of Norway. Encounter tales of lions in Kenya, elephants on Namibian tracks, and wartime escapes in the Alps. Whether it’s the Ghan, the Glacier Express or the Settle \u0026amp; Carlisle, each route invites readers to experience the world from the window of a train. Perfect for armchair travellers, train enthusiasts and lovers of slow travel, Great Rail Journeys is a giftable tribute to the enduring magic of railways. 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The area's lines were formerly operated by the London, Midland \u0026amp; Scottish Railway and the Great Western Railway. Many of these companies' locomotives could be seen, as well as British Railways' Standard Classes. A number of new diesel classes and DMUs appeared and worked alongside these during the late 1950s and early 1960s. The West Midlands consists of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and the ceremonial West Midlands county. The primary cities are Birmingham, Coventry, Hereford, Lichfield, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton and Worcester. Large towns located in the area are Burton-on-Trent, Dudley, Kidderminster, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Stourbridge, Tamworth, Uttoxeter, etc. The pictures have been captured from the lineside, engine sheds, stations, marshalling yards and industrial locations. The West Midlands was a vibrant and exciting place for railway enthusiasts to record locomotives at work. 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Yet, some improvements in infrastructure were also seen. East Midlands Railways From Steam to Modern Traction uses around 200 excellent colour and black-and-white images to look at the changing scene in the 1950s and 1960s. The area’s lines were formerly operated by the London, Midland \u0026amp; Scottish Railway and the London \u0026amp; North Eastern Railway. Many of these companies’ locomotives could be seen, as well as British Railways’ Standard Classes. A number of new diesel classes and DMUs appeared and worked alongside these during the late 1950s and early 1960s. The locomotives are at locations across the East Midlands, which covers Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and Rutland. Principal cities include Derby, Leicester, Lincoln and Nottingham, whilst there are several large towns, such as Chesterfield, Grantham, Kettering, Loughborough, Mansfield, Northampton, Wellingborough, etc. The pictures have been captured from the lineside, engine sheds, stations, marshalling yards and industrial locations. From the announcement of the Modernisation Plan to the end of steam services, just 13 years elapsed. 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How can this be In Fast Track, Christian Wolmar, our leading railway writer, tells the story of the irresistible rise of high-speed rail around the world for the first time. From the magnificence of Britain’s steam-engined Mallard to a 250 mile per hour future, this is a story of big personalities, bold decisions, cutting edge technology, and soaring ambition. 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Major changes featured in this editioninclude new international routes such as those operated by Leo Express andRegiojet between Prague and Warsaw, Snälltåget between Malmo and Oslo, andEuropean Sleeper between Brussels and Milan. German Railways are alsointroducing additional high-speed services between Cologne and Ostend via Brusselsand between Cologne and Antwerp via Brussels Airport. We include trainservices run not just by national operators but also those offered by a newgeneration of independent rail carriers, such as RegioJet, Italo, Westbahn andFlixtrain. Most timetables in this edition are valid forthe remainder of the current timetable period, until December 12, 2026. Ideal for travellers planning rail trips,railway professionals, or for those simply curious about the current Europeanrailway scene, this Summer 2026 edition of the European RailTimetable delivers clear, up-to-date rail schedules across Europe intabular formats designed for ease of use.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"European Rail Timetable Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58573076234504,"sku":"RAIL-EUROTIMETABLE","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/6855\/9624\/files\/57_2be89d6e-7e1b-4c12-99d0-be3ff8b60cbc.jpg?v=1788117920"},{"product_id":"deltics-class-55-by-simon-lilley-the-best-ever-railway-locomotive","title":"Deltics Class 55 by Simon Lilley The best ever railway Locomotive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"THIS IS THE HARDBACK VERSION brand new Weighs 838g so has to be posted as a parcel. 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