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Rob Bonser-Wilton

@waterloosunsetrail

Proof never too old for Politics & Contemporary History 1st at University of Chichester. Back Stage to stellar Helen Bonser-Wilton at Leeds Castle Kent. Charisma is a gift.Cornish Expat. Research: UK Southern Railways for future multi media Waterloo Sunset

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An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year We tracked reports and contacted police and prosecutors for a deeper look at the situation across UK.
10.03.2026 11:53 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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harry potter is looking out of a train window and waving . ALT: harry potter is looking out of a train window and waving .

With fuel prices going up rapidly, should we maybe consider encouraging more people to take the train where possible as part of the solution? A monthly ticket giving unlimited travel on local and regional transport for example like some other countries have done?

09.03.2026 16:46 πŸ‘ 73 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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Sussex and South London passengers advised of upcoming disruption Network Rail is advising passengers to plan travel in advance this Easter, as engineering work takes place across Sussex and South London. Between Friday, 3 April and Monday, 6 April, Network Rail engineers are set to carry out essential maintenance, including renewing outdated switches and crossings, refurbishing key infrastructure, and…

Sussex and South London passengers advised of upcoming disruption #ashford #AshfordInternational #BognorRegis #brighton #disruption #eastbourne #HampdenPark #hastings #littlehampton

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Fancying Austrian cuisine, in a Swiss restaurant? Try the #SBBπŸ‡¨πŸ‡­#DiningCar on #EuroCity #Transalpin, a train linking these two countries. The diner is the type of car you will otherwise find on many Swiss InterCity trains, yet the menu and staff are Austrian, the same as on #Γ–BB πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ή #Railjet trains.

09.03.2026 16:42 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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5Z33 Southall Wcr to Eastleigh Arlington passes Basingstoke. 57012 + 4TC.

09.03.2026 18:08 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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'Ah the last time we saw you you looked so much older
Your famous blue raincoat was torn at the shoulder
You'd been to the station to meet every train
You came home without Lili Marlene'
- 'Famous Blue Raincoat' by Leonard Cohen (1971)
- πŸ“· Wood Green, 1969, taken by Trevor Ermel

09.03.2026 19:21 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The incompetent, simple-minded atrocity in the White [Supremacy] House is ensuring that Americans will risk revenge killings for generations.

09.03.2026 23:05 πŸ‘ 1264 πŸ” 381 πŸ’¬ 66 πŸ“Œ 20
A happy white poodle bounds across a pebble beach with an orange ball, a woman in a green coat and jeans stands in the background. The text "Be on the ball. Get cheaper train tickets." is shown in the upper right.

A happy white poodle bounds across a pebble beach with an orange ball, a woman in a green coat and jeans stands in the background. The text "Be on the ball. Get cheaper train tickets." is shown in the upper right.

The earlier you buy, the cheaper your fare could be with Southeastern Advance tickets. Buy now from our app or website and pay no booking fees. *T&Cs apply, visit spkl.io/63326AI8c4

10.03.2026 06:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The South Eastern Railway – A journey through the past, present and future Join us for a special evening event to celebrate the history and recognise the bright future of the railway in London and the south east.

We are delighted to welcome @OnTrack_Retail, @HitachiRailENG, @SiemensMobility and Angel Trains as sponsors for our special South Eastern Railway event next month. Grab your tickets, here: spkl.io/63329AI8WU

10.03.2026 06:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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St Paul’s Cathedral at night surrounded with cranes lit up with red lights.
#London
#Night
#Reflections
#Photographt
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekJforJuxtsposition

09.03.2026 19:56 πŸ‘ 46 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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1061 'Western Envoy' on ECS through St Erth - 4th August 1974 Empty stock working - curses! As it turned out, it's last ever working as it was scrapped on arrival at Laira shed! As seen in Adrian Curtis' fine volume - "Westerns Volume 2 - Crewe Built Locomotives...

Morning. Like a fool I missed St Erth, so we've gone back to it. Here is D1061 WESTERN ENVOY on an ECS move. It is 4 August 1974. πŸ“·Β©οΈArnie Furniss. Click the link to see his Flickr selections.
www.flickr.com/photos/deadm...

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Q: You said the war is 'very complete.' But your defense secretary says 'this is just the beginning.' So which is it?


TRUMP: You could say both

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Testing cars on the roof of the Fiat factory. #Turin
There’s a great hotel in this building now and the roof top has a lovely garden alongside the old race track
#ItalianJob film has scenes of minis racing around the track

10.03.2026 08:45 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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An image captured from TERMINUS (1961)

An image captured from TERMINUS (1961)

TERMINUS (1961) | https://player.bfi.org.uk/free/film/watch-terminus-1961-online

07.03.2026 03:46 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The photographer is standing between the two central sidings between the departure and arrival platforms at Bath Green Park looking towards the buffer stops, with the vaulted roof in the background. In September 1960 Loco 53804 stands at the departure platform with a rake of maroon coaches, with other coaches standing in the sidings. A semaphore signal and loading gauge are evident on the left.

The photographer is standing between the two central sidings between the departure and arrival platforms at Bath Green Park looking towards the buffer stops, with the vaulted roof in the background. In September 1960 Loco 53804 stands at the departure platform with a rake of maroon coaches, with other coaches standing in the sidings. A semaphore signal and loading gauge are evident on the left.

#OnThisDay 60 years ago British Rail closed the Somerset & Dorset Railway, more than 100 miles long connecting Bath, Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater with Bournemouth. In September 1960 a service waits to depart Bath Green Park: John Wiltshire (Peter Brabham) buff.ly/xZoVlPw

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Advance Train Tickets | Southeastern If you know where and when you’re going, buy an Advance ticket for a specific train and get the best value deal on your train travel.

The earlier you buy, the cheaper your fare could be with Southeastern Advance tickets. Buy now from our app or website and pay no booking fees. *T&Cs apply, visit spkl.io/63328AxlAK

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7th March 2022
Waiting. Picture from my book 'Cambridge - Light & Shade'. Available at www.cambridgebooks.co.uk/cambridge-li... and all bookshops

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Severn Valley Railway offering a special Mother’s Day Families looking to treat Mum this Mother’s Day can enjoy a relaxed and memorable day out at the Severn Valley Railway, with a combination of great food and steam travel.

Visitors can then board the 2:15 pm steam service for a scenic return journey to Bridgnorth, enjoying views of the beautiful Severn Valley from the comfort of a heritage carriage. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/03/make-mothers-day-special-at-the-severn-valley-railway.html

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50008 50015 Marazion On 04/05/1991, 50008 & 50015 depart Penzance with an enthusiast tour, passing the camping coaches at Marazion.

Morning. We're at Marazion (I've been on the phone). 50008 and 50015 are working a railtour past the camping coaches. It's 4 May 1991, and LZ I is on the deck. πŸ“·Β©οΈ Paul Robertson. Click the link to see their Flickr selections.
www.flickr.com/photos/37923...

07.03.2026 07:45 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Easter train schedule featuring a rabbit and Easter eggs. Text includes 'Good Friday 3 April' to 'Easter Monday 6 April' alongside service level details and bus replacements for train routes like 'Herne Bay' and 'Ramsgate'.

Easter train schedule featuring a rabbit and Easter eggs. Text includes 'Good Friday 3 April' to 'Easter Monday 6 April' alongside service level details and bus replacements for train routes like 'Herne Bay' and 'Ramsgate'.

🐣 Travelling over the Easter weekend, Fri 3 to Mon 6 April?

Over 90% of our railway will be open over the weekend, but engineering work will affect trains between Herne Bay and Ramsgate on all four days.

Find out more at spkl.io/63324AxWEQ

#southeaster

07.03.2026 09:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A view of the Mary Rose from towards the stern, showing the internal structure of the ship. The orangey browns of the ship contrast with the blues of the background.

A view of the Mary Rose from towards the stern, showing the internal structure of the ship. The orangey browns of the ship contrast with the blues of the background.

Visited any good museums lately?

Why not come and visit a great one this weekend!

Available as part of the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ticket - maryrose.org/Book-Now

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An image captured from FARMER MOVING SOUTH (1952)

An image captured from FARMER MOVING SOUTH (1952)

FARMER MOVING SOUTH (1952) | http://www.screenonline.org.uk/film/id/442818/index.html

07.03.2026 09:56 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Special event to recreate 1960s protest against railway closures The event by Avon Valley Railway comes sixty years after the original protest

This looks like a fun event, with a serious point - potentially several serious points, actually!

Taking place on the Avon Valley Railway tomorrow; how do we encourage people to engage with the past?

#RailwayHistory #RailwayHeritage

07.03.2026 10:00 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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London trains will be disrupted this Easter Passengers are being asked to plan ahead and leave plenty of time for travel between Friday, 3 to Monday, 6 April. Trains between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction will run a reduced service as engineers carry out essential track and bridge work.

London trains will be disrupted this Easter #barnes #basingstoke #battersea #ClaphamJunction #disruption #eastleigh #EtonRiverside #HamptonCourt #honiton #kingston #london

07.03.2026 10:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A black and white photograph with compressed perspective of tramlines leading to a bridge, in a setting of Victorian buildings

A black and white photograph with compressed perspective of tramlines leading to a bridge, in a setting of Victorian buildings

Contemporary landscape

B&W photography on film
πŸ“· Nikon F4
🎞️ Ilford Delta Pro 3200
#believeinfilm
#fridayfavourites
#ilfordphoto

07.03.2026 09:43 πŸ‘ 32 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
Ramsgate Railway Station History and Walkabout
Ramsgate Railway Station History and Walkabout YouTube video by Rainham Rail Enthusiast

Take a look with me around Ramsgate Railway Station #ramsgate #railway #station #railfan #kent youtu.be/MKAXyGDnpEw

07.03.2026 10:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Off on a solo day out on my own for the first time since the leg break, crutches still required though.

07.03.2026 10:52 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Paul from Team 507 demonstrating the 507 simulator.

Paul from Team 507 demonstrating the 507 simulator.

Our simulator is ready to go at Rainhill Model Rail 2026. Come and have a drive if you think you’re good enough!

07.03.2026 10:57 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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London Transport Museum set to open Depot to public Between 9 and 12 April 2026, the London Transport Museum will open its Depot in Acton Town for a rare behind-the-scenes look at over 320,000 objects from the city’s transport past. This year’s event celebrates big milestones in London transport history, including 120 years of the Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines,…

Further information, as well as ticket booking, can be found on the London Transport Museum website. https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/03/london-transport-museum-set-to-open-depot-to-public.html #acton #ActonTown #BakerlooLine #hounslow #london #LondonTransportMuseum

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