Gatwick rail closures for three weekends in Jan 2026
Essential rail works will disrupt travel to Gatwick Airport on three weekends in January 2026. Plan ahead with our guide to dates, alternative routes, and replacement services.
Essential rail works will disrupt travel to Gatwick Airport on three weekends in January 2026. Plan ahead with our guide to dates, alternative routes, and replacement services.
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ programme from January 2027, a move celebrated by students but bittersweet for those who missed out. Discover the impact on funding and opportunities.
A Met Office fog warning for London on Dec 17 risks major travel disruption, including flight delays and cancellations at key airports. Plan ahead and check your journey.
Network Rail announces major engineering works forcing closures at Euston, Liverpool Street, Victoria, Waterloo & Vauxhall stations between Christmas and early January. Plan your journey now.
A direct commuter rail link from Eastbourne to London Bridge has been restored, serving nine towns and villages. The service, scrapped during Covid, is a major win for East Sussex commuters.
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Official data reveals London's Liverpool Street station is Britain's busiest for the third consecutive year, with 98 million entries and exits. Discover the full top 10 list and the impact of the Elizabeth line.
A leaked US strategic document appears to adopt language from far-right conspiracy theories about Europe. Experts warn it signals a dangerous shift in official rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
The Met Office warns of freezing fog across SE England, with visibility below 100m threatening flight cancellations at Gatwick Airport. Check travel updates.
Direct high-speed rail services from London to Cologne and Frankfurt are being explored, cutting journey times. Plans for Berlin are on hold due to commercial viability. Read the latest.
London Liverpool Street retains its title as Britain's busiest railway station with 98 million passengers. Discover the full list of the UK's most and least used stations in the latest ORR data.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London has been saved after a public outcry. Passengers and staff react to the U-turn on plans to scrap the busy but often delayed intercity train.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
The RMT union reports a 17% increase in attacks on rail staff, blaming cuts to British Transport Police. It demands 1,000 new officers and threatens industrial action.
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail line. Discover how this £9.7bn project aims to end gridlock and reshape the city's future.
The Office of Rail and Road has reversed its decision to run an early Avanti West Coast service empty, allowing passengers back on the popular sub-two-hour route. Read the full story.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.
Pressure mounts on ministers to approve TfL's bid for Great Northern services from Moorgate to Hertfordshire, promising improved frequency and station upgrades. Read the latest.
A controversial decision forces the 7am Avanti train from Manchester to London to run with only staff on board from December 15. Discover the impact on commuters.
A major power outage at Leeds station has caused widespread cancellation of train services. Passengers are advised not to travel. Full details on affected operators and ticket info.
Snooker legend Mark Williams insists his eyesight is deteriorating, despite recent tournament wins. The 50-year-old reveals his fear of career-ending surgery. Read his full story.
Discover the forgotten 'Mail Rail', a tiny underground railway that transported post beneath London's streets for decades. Explore its unique history and why it closed.
Join Sandi Toksvig on her delightful Channel 4 rail adventure along the French Riviera, exploring literary history and stunning coastal scenery. Don't miss this bibliophile's dream journey!
A popular 7am Avanti West Coast train from Manchester to London will run without passengers for six months. Passengers call the move 'totally ridiculous'. Find out why the rail regulator ordered the change.
CrossCountry rail strikes set for four Saturdays in December 2025. Plan your Christmas travel with our full guide to dates, affected routes, and passenger compensation.
Join Sandi Toksvig on her delightful four-part railway journey along the French Riviera, exploring art, history and culture. Don't miss this charming travelogue on Channel 4.
Avanti's fastest 7am Manchester to London service is axed but will run empty for over 100 journeys. Discover why this decision is costing taxpayers and frustrating businesses.
Transport for London warns of major disruption as the entire Lioness line between Euston and Watford Junction shuts for maintenance. Plan your journey with rail replacement buses and alternative Tube routes.
Discover Verney Junction, the lost London Underground station that was a perfect day trip destination. Explore its history and why it closed. Uncover more forgotten transport links!