Category: Trains

Copmanthorpe stepped footbridge

Network Rail is intent on installing a new, 96-step footbridge to replace a level crossing that currently has no steps. Copmanthorpe No. 2 level crossing is on a footpath between Copmanthorpe and Bishopthorpe, pleasant villages just outside York. It is currently sort of accessible: the path is dodgy, particularly on the Bishopthorpe side, but there…

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Accessibility of the LNER “Wellness Train”

LNER have been pushing their “Wellness Train” for some weeks now. We're thrilled to welcome @AnnaRichardso on our #LNERWellnessTrain, who will be helping unwind your mind with a relaxation session for those who join us on 7th May🧘 To buy your tickets, please visit: https://t.co/p37CUVpdil pic.twitter.com/WoAbPQKTP9 — London North Eastern Railway (@LNER) April 21, 2022…

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“Silencing” warning letter from RDG to TOCs

Somebody sent me this. (Thank you, sender!) Email from RDG legal to TOCs 07/04 Dear All Some of you are subject to FOIA and some are not; I’m writing to you all anyway. Our Accessibility & Inclusion Manager has pointed out that there is a “campaign” to get information about TOC activities, conducted by a…

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