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A monthly, large-format magazine dedicated to railway preservation and aimed at active enthusiasts, volunteers, and restorers.
Written by a team with over 100 years of combined experience, it provides in-depth analysis of the challenges facing heritage railways, including steam, diesel, and electric sectors.
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A monthly, large-format magazine dedicated to railway preservation and aimed at active enthusiasts, volunteers, and restorers.
Written by a team with over 100 years of combined experience, it provides in-depth analysis of the challenges facing heritage railways, including steam, diesel, and electric sectors.
Key Features and Content:
- In-Depth Reporting: Focuses on preservation projects, restoration stories, and behind-the-scenes insights into heritage railways.
- High-Quality Photography: Features extensive, high-quality color images, including historical and modern scenes.
- Comprehensive News: Covers over 130 news stories, updates on railway projects, and society news per issue.
- Specialist Focus: Addresses technical and operational issues,, such as station restoration, locomotive repairs, and environmental concerns, often featuring "by the movement, for the movement" content.
- Monthly Publication: Published 12 times a year, available in print and digital formats.
Typical Topics Covered:
- Restoration Projects: Detailed updates on, for example, the Brighton Belle's restoration or heritage railway engineering challenges.
- Heritage News: Coverage of events at specific railways (e.g., Bluebell, Foxfield, Severn Valley).
- Operational Reports: Insights into steam and diesel galas, and main line, tours.
- Archival Features: Showcasing work from notable railway photographers.
Trackside is often used by fans of heritage rail to stay updated on the latest developments in preservation.