All Aboard! Remembering Britain’s Railways
All Aboard! Remembering Britain’s Railways by Julian Holland, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited in 2023, offers an engaging exploration of the rich history of Britain’s railways. This 256-page book presents a collection of intriguing tales and trivia that highlight the remarkable stories, notable figures, and significant achievements associated with the railway system in Great Britain.
Readers will discover a variety of topics, including the Royal Scot’s extensive journey across North America, the unique narrow gauge railway in the Bristol Channel, and the impact of the London & South Western Railway on the British Empire. The book also delves into lesser-known aspects, such as railway artists, trainspotting adventures, and the fascinating history of railways that were never constructed. All Aboard serves as a comprehensive reference for those interested in transportation, social history, and the cultural significance of railroads in Europe.
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From best-selling railway expert, Julian Holland, explore Britain’s historical railways in All Aboard.
The history of Britain’s railways is a long and fascinating one, filled with stories of grand endeavours, noted figures and record-breaking feats.
Julian Holland brings together a unique miscellany of intriguing tales and engaging trivia – the perfect collection for every railway enthusiast.
Stories range from Bulleid’s ‘Chinese Laundries’, trainspotting trips in Wales and Scotland and Liverpool’s ‘Dockers’ Umbrella’ to railway artists and clergy, a railway-owned airline and railways that were never built.
Find out about
* The Royal Scot’s 11,000-mile journey in the USA and Canada
* A narrow gauge island railway in the middle of the Bristol Channel
* How the London & South Western Railway saved the British Empire
* Mallard’s unbeaten world speed record of 1938
* How to fly by Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Plymouth
* The 75-mile network of narrow gauge railways on the Isle of Skye
* How another 4,500 miles of railway escaped closure by Dr Beeching
All Aboard is a delightful miscellany for every railway enthusiast, filled with fascinating and obscure stories, facts and figures.
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