Dear reader, I am sure that, if you live in the UK, “leaves on the line” is an excuse you have heard for the late running of a train. I am also sure that, if you have any sensory capabilities at all, you will have noticed that it is autumn, and, therefore, there are leaves […]
Tag: British Rail
A Defence of The Worst Train in Britain
In Britain, we are lucky to have some excellent examples of the railway art. In particular, the truly magnificent HS1, which allows one to reach Ashford from London in a mere 38 minutes, at up to 140 mph, or, to transport one at up to 186 mph on a rather beautiful Eurostar on one’s holidays […]
A Defence of Dr. Beeching
“The popular image of Dr. Beeching is that of a wild axeman… it is not a balanced view”
Peculiarly Pete 