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The 81-year-old trains that run on Island Line are to be swapped out for new ones. OnTheWight has all the details on this important news.
Island Line Trains
Island Line Trains are the Isle of Wight’s only commercial rail provider.
The service runs from Ryde Pier head in the north of the Island, to Shanklin towards the south.
It’s a vital lifeline, providing a swift connection to means to exit to the Mainland, via the FastCat or Hover.
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The two new Webcams will mean anyone around the world can watch the trains, hovers, buses and Fastcats come and go in Ryde
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Be aware of slight changes to the Island Line timetable on New Year's Day
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The wish is to reinstate the disused rail line between the Island Line and Newport, via Blackwater. Details within
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The MP's transport advisor, Nick Finney, gets a right of reply to the claims that he snubbed an award-winning rail journalist last week. Since then, the journo's replied, so his will follow.
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A bus replacement service will be in place for those who rely on the train service
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Christmas is a time when family members often return to the Island and rely on the rail network. Be aware of these changes to the rail timetable
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Do you have a story about an Island Line member of staff who came to your rescue or went above and beyond the call of duty? Why not nominate them as a Customer Service Hero
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Island Line timetable appears to be unaffected, but for those travelling on the mainland, see within for information about revised timetables
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South Western Railway has warned of severe disruption to services due to strike action and industrial action, with no service on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Service will also be severely reduced on 27th December, with large parts of the network closed
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Transport Secretary, Chris Grayling, has ordered the investigation following concerns about South Western Railway’s capability since taking over and also that of Network Rail, says MP.
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South Western Railway and Network Rail have postponed platform and track improvements at Ryde Esplanade station
