Plans for 'essential' repairs to safeguard Birmingham's historic Old Curzon Street Station, a Grade I listed building from 1838, have been recommended for approval ahead of a key council meeting.
Passenger services on the long-awaited Camp Hill line and new stations in Darlaston and Willenhall are set to begin within months, ending decades-long waits.
Major rail disruption hits Midlands commuters as flooding blocks line between Rugeley Trent Valley and Birmingham New Street. Rail replacement buses in operation. Read for live updates.
Transport bosses warn the West Midlands will lose 'meaningful control' over its railway services if a crucial devolution deal with the government is not renewed this month. Read the urgent call to action.
A lineside fire has caused the cancellation of West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Lichfield Trent Valley for the rest of the day. Rail replacement buses are in operation.
West Midlands Railway suspends all services as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. The firm defends its 'do not travel' warning after a social media spat. Full details and travel advice inside.
Storm Goretti, a 'multi-hazard event,' brings record 99mph winds and the worst Midlands snowfall in 10 years, halting flights and rail services. See the full impact.
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti causes severe rail disruption. West Midlands Railway suspended, others run reduced services. Passengers urged not to travel. Full details.
Storm Goretti's heavy snow brings Midlands travel to a standstill. National Express West Midlands suspends all buses until at least 8:30am. Check latest updates.
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Driver training has commenced at Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations, marking a major step towards restoring passenger services for the first time since WWII. Read the latest updates.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker outlines key 2026 projects: new railway stations, housing, and a fund to revive high streets. Discover the region's upcoming developments.
Rail services between Birmingham New Street and Walsall face severe disruption after a train broke down near Hamstead. Check for live updates and alternative travel arrangements.
West Midlands Railway will transfer to public ownership on 1st February 2026, operating as WM Trains Limited. Passengers are advised of the legal change affecting data handling.
Rail passengers in southeast England face higher fares as contactless payment rollout aligns with TfL peak times. Some off-peak tickets are now more expensive.
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
Explore over 40 locally listed heritage assets across Solihull, from 17th-century cottages to Art Deco landmarks. Discover how these buildings shape the borough's unique character and enjoy local protection.
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
The rollout of contactless payments on UK railways has led to higher peak-time fares and reduced off-peak options, sparking criticism from MPs and passenger groups. Find out how the changes affect your journey.
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
A year after meeting on a late-night London Northwestern Railway service, Steve Higgs recreated the journey and proposed to Payal Pandya with the train guard's help. Read their heartwarming UK love story.
A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.
Staff shortages cause major CrossCountry train cancellations and delays through Birmingham New Street on Dec 22, disrupting travel from Nottingham to Cardiff. Check your journey.
The Brecon Mountain Railway in Wales has been ranked as one of Europe's top ten most scenic train journeys. Just over two hours from Birmingham, it offers a stunning and affordable day out.
A Welsh steam railway just over two hours from Birmingham has been ranked among Europe's most beautiful scenic train journeys, based on Tripadvisor reviews. Discover this affordable day out.
Three new Birmingham railway stations are finished, with passenger services set to start early next year. The project ends an 80-year wait for rail travel in the area.
Construction is finished on five new stations in Birmingham and Walsall, marking a major step for the Camp Hill line's return. Passenger services are set to begin early in 2025.