Stories around our network


The network through the ages: five historical highlights
As one of Britain’s biggest land owners, we have uncovered a wide array of historic artefacts on our journey to…

Infrastructure insights: bridges, tunnels and viaducts
We’re responsible for the 30,000 bridges, tunnels and viaducts on Britain’s rail network. Our regular maintenance projects often include essential works on…

Engineers deliver 100th high-speed handback of the year

Step back in time… and inside Britain’s busiest signal box

International Day of Disabled Persons
