Heritage Railway

Experimentation and much innovation hold the key to continued sector success

OPINION

EVER since the heritage railway sector became 73 years old, with the reopening of the Talyllyn by volunteers, overcoming perceived obstacles big and small has been its trademark. Some of its biggest successes has been down to those who are prepared to rip up the rulebook,

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