Railway enthusiasts
Useful information to help you get the most from the railway safely.
The speed and sound of the rolling stock; the engineering expertise of the network; its nostalgic and impressive history; modern and exciting architecture; the awe-inspiring sight of a train wending its way over centuries-old viaducts through dramatic landscapes: whatever it is that you enjoy about the railway, please be careful, stay safe and don’t trespass.
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Guidelines for taking photos at stations
We welcome rail enthusiasts and passengers who would like to take photos or film at our stations. The following guidelines are designed to help you to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Please print them out and take them with you…
Community Rail
Working with local people to help communities get the most from their railways. What is Community Rail? Community rail is a growing, grassroots movement that helps communities get the most from their local railway. There are 75 community rail partnerships…
Where to find railway records
Records relating to today’s railway infrastructure are not just held by Network Rail. The railway has always created large quantities of records. Over the years they have also been deposited in archives and museums across the country. ...
Railway safety campaigns
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. As the operator of the railway, we're responsible for keeping passengers and those who live or work near the railway safe. We...
Level crossing safety
With five accidental fatalities in 2022/23 we must never forget how dangerous level crossings can be. Level crossings in Britain A level crossing is a point where the railway meets a road or footpath at...
Working with railway heritage
We work hard to develop the railway for the 21st century, while keeping an eye on preserving its built heritage. Signalling heritage We are working with railway heritage organisations to document the history, operation and way of...
Iconic infrastructure
We're proud to be custodians of Britain's railway infrastructure. Stations Bridges and tunnels
Our history
The railway was invented in Britain. From sleepers to stations, every part of our infrastructure has a story to tell. Today’s railway represents 200 years of engineering innovation and determination. Network Rail is the 21st century...
Week on the Network
There’s always something happening on the railway. Our Week on the Network series keeps you right up to date with everything we’re doing, every seven days. Be sure to subscribe on YouTube and never miss an episode!
Stories from around our network
From the archive: WWII and the railway
Jun 6, 2025
The Network Rail archive is the custodian of a vast collection of historic documents and plans relating to today’s railway infrastructure. It represents the development of the most significant structures, engineers and innovation on the railway from...
The Railway at War - 1939-1945
Jun 6, 2025
The railway played a crucial role in WWII, for which we say thank you to all those who served and sacrificed.
Improving London Liverpool Street
Jun 3, 2025
The City of London has officially validated our planning application to develop London Liverpool Street station. Read on to find out more.