Lighter, longer days are here making it an excellent time to get out and about in the local area. So the timing is right for a new short, snappy video encouraging people to catch a train, get walking and visit some of Cheshire’s fantastic attractions by train. And on the Mid Cheshire Line our newest attraction is the award winning Lion Salt Works – walk there from either Northwich or Lostock Gralam stations. Further information regarding fares, train times and local attractions can …
NEW FRANCHISE
A new rail transformation journey begins today as Arriva launches the new Northern franchise Rail passengers across the North, including the Mid Cheshire Line which connects Chester with Manchester via Northwich, Knutsford and Altrincham, will in time benefit from additional services and revamped ticketing as Arriva launches the new-look Northern rail franchise today. One of the largest transport networks in the UK, Northern provides more than 16,000 weekly train services to a …
LLANGOLLEN STEAM RAILWAY
Along Cambrian Lines Gala The Llangollen Railway's Spring Steam Gala will take place over three days from Friday 8th April to Sunday 10th April. Headlining the event are two very special guests: 4-6-0 No. 7820 "Dinmore Manor" and Small Prairie class 2-6-2T No. 4566. The gala should also feature the return of our resident 4-6-0 No.7822 "Foxcote Manor" following a major overhaul, supplementing locos from the LR's home fleet: 5199, 6430 & 80072. Expect to see double …
MAY 2016 BUS REPLACEMENTS
There is engineering work which affects the Mid Cheshire Line during May 2016 .... From Monday 16th May to Thursday 19th May 2016 (inclusive): The 22.48 train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly is replaced by a bus throughout. Note the additional bus at 23.30 from Knutsford to Manchester Piccadilly. Planning your Journey For full details of these changes and the impact on your journey with Northern and other operators, please refer to the National Rail …