HISTORICAL FACTS: 3 | History Defined

Diverted West Coast trains to use historic rail line for first time in decade

Avanti West Coast said its services will use the 73-mile Settle to Carlisle line in January.

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2025

Trains to use stunning historic rail line for first time in a decade

There have been longstanding calls from many railway enthusiasts for the line to be utilised during disruption on the WCML

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2025

Bank holiday weekend travel disruption expected on British roads and rail

Heavy traffic expected on some roads, while rail passengers urged to check for engineering works

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2025

Storm Floris latest: 120mph winds recorded in 'most damaging summer storm in recent memory'

Met Office warned of injuries and danger to life from large waves hitting seafronts, coastal roads and properties

Evening Standard · Aug 3, 2025

Weather warnings come into force with severe travel disruption expected

Avanti West Coast has advised passengers not to travel north of Preston during Storm Floris.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2025

Disruption on West Coast Main Line after tree fall causes ‘significant damage’

Cancellations of trains between Scotland and Carlisle are expected to last until Tuesday.

Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2025

Travel chaos at London Euston continues into second day after train derailment

National Rail told customers there will be more disruption to major routes on Friday

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2025

FirstGroup bounces back to profit as bus revenues grow

FirstGroup, which runs Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway, recorded a pre-tax profit of £169.6 million for the year to March.

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025

Major disruption to Glasgow to London trains as fallen tree blocks line

TRAINS between Glasgow and London are facing major disruptions after a fallen tree damaged overhead electric lines

The National (Scotland) · Jun 3, 2025

Glasgow to London trains disrupted after tree falls on track

All Avanti West Coast lines were blocked between Lockerbie and Carstairs on Tuesday morning

Evening Standard · Jun 3, 2025