In just a few minutes from the time of posting on Saturday 22nd August 2026, ‘The Ancient Kingdom’ railtour, operated by UK Railtours will depart from London King’s Cross towards Berwick-Upon-Tweed, calling to pick-up passengers at Potters Bar, Stevenage, Peterborough, and Doncaster, and setting down at Alnmouth for Alnwick is due to run, and fromContinue reading “The Ancient Kingdom Railtour 22nd August 2026”
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Northumberland railway stations in the least served list, but an error with Chathill?
A recent video by the excellent Geoff Marshall (below) details some of the UK’s least served stations (fewest trains per week), which includes the famous four on the Northumberland Coast part of the East Coast Main Line (ECML) of Chathill, Acklington, Widdrington, and Pegswood; but is Chathill in the wrong location on the list? ChathillContinue reading “Northumberland railway stations in the least served list, but an error with Chathill?”
Commuter train comeback for Alnwick in future?
Please note that all views expressed are my own, and not those of any organisations or persons mentioned within this post. Bewdley – Kidderminster Town – Kidderminster – Birmingham Snow Hill trail train service. In the West Midlands, the town of Bewdley has a station on the preserved Severn Valley Railway, a heritage railway thatContinue reading “Commuter train comeback for Alnwick in future?”
DISCOUNTS and CAR-FREE access to Alnwick attractions
See below for information about car-free access and discounts for bus/rail tickets at venues around Northumberland. Please note that information was correct at time of posting, but please ensure you confirm details before travelling. Alnwick Castle: 20% discount with valid bus or rail ticket From the Good Journey website for Alnwick Castle, accessed on 10thContinue reading “DISCOUNTS and CAR-FREE access to Alnwick attractions”
Alnwick Circular Walk: A FREE walk with Titanic connections, beautiful landscapes and ghost stories!
This is a circular walk in and around Alnwick, Northumberland, which takes in large parts of the historic town centre, as well as views of landmark sites such as Alnwick Castle. This route is largely sticking to public roads/rights of way, and so will not have opening/closing times, but the route is intended to beContinue reading “Alnwick Circular Walk: A FREE walk with Titanic connections, beautiful landscapes and ghost stories!”
Fantastic fifteen hundred and one!
Please visit the petition page to see the latest update on reaching 1501 signatures. Shortly I’ll be writing to local councillors, MP’s and other organisations such as Railfuture to seek their support for the route given the now substantial and growing support for the Newcastle – Northumberland Park – Blyth Bebside – Pegswood – AlnmouthContinue reading “Fantastic fifteen hundred and one!”
Better Buses North East
The North East Public Transport User Group (NEPTUG) is calling for support for the public control of bus services in the North East of England, mirroring the excellent services in London and Manchester. We ask you to SUPPORT this as much as you can! Please visit betterbusesne.org.uk for more info!
‘The Tynesider’ Railtour 2026: ‘Tangmere’ on the Bedlington Balloon Loop. West from Bedlington before the Newbiggin extension?
On Saturday 4th July 2026, ‘The Tynesider’ railtour, operated by The Railway Touring Company and West Coast Railways, ran north from London to Newcastle; with the train continuing to Morpeth to take advantage of the ‘balloon loop’ formed by the East Coast Main Line (ECML) and the former Blyth and Tyne lines to turn theContinue reading “‘The Tynesider’ Railtour 2026: ‘Tangmere’ on the Bedlington Balloon Loop. West from Bedlington before the Newbiggin extension?”
Northumberland Branch of NEPTUG Meeting: 1st July 2026
Another great meeting of the Northumberland Branch tonight, with much discussion on buses, rail services (ECML, Northumberland Line, and Tyne Valley Line), and also of cycling integration with rail too. Membership is FREE, with the chance to have a real say in better buses, trains, and more! Why not sign up now? We aim toContinue reading “Northumberland Branch of NEPTUG Meeting: 1st July 2026”
Alnwick to Chester-Le-Street Steam and Vintage Fair by walking, bus, and rail.
On Saturday 27th June 2026, I took a car-free day out to the excellent Chester-Le-Street Steam and Vintage Fair at Lambton Park for the second year running. Part 1: Alnwick Bus Station to Alnmouth Railway Station The day started at home, with a short walk to Alnwick Bus Station in glorious sunshine, a few thingsContinue reading “Alnwick to Chester-Le-Street Steam and Vintage Fair by walking, bus, and rail.”
The Northumberland Coast Loop 