The Golden Age of Steam

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Beeching and Birmingham

Andy Doherty takes a look at the history of the Birmingham railways and the effects of Dr Beeching.

• The Golden Age of Steam

2008 marks the 45th anniversary of the Beeching Report. We take a look back at The Golden Age of Steam.

Gallery: The Golden Age of Steam

Take a look at pictures sent in - from old stations to rare engines...

Monument Lane

Tony Higgs talks fondly of his days growing up next to the Monument Lane engine shed.

Share your railway memories

We're remembering the Golden Age of Steam. Share with us your memories, stories and pictures.

The Earl returns

Tyseley Loco Works is celebrating the restoration of The Earl. See it and others in full steam...

Old Station House

What happens to an old station how when it's closed. Take a look...

Moor Street memories

Train enthusiast Glen Barker made a short documentary about the history of Moor Street station.

Photos: The Les Ross locomotive

After years of restoration the 'Les Ross' engine completed its first mainline excursion.

New Street revamp confirmed

Birmingham's New Street station will get a £598 million renovation with work starting in 2009.

Railway websites

Websites providing further information on the railways around the region.

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