Railways Illustrated - April 2023

In this issue

Baby, it’s cold outside
Network Rail’s North & East Route operations director, Chris Gee, details the work done to prepare the railway for challenging winter conditions and some of the considerations made when extreme weather can disrupt the network.

In pursuit of snow
In keeping with this issue’s wintry theme, renowned railway photographer Tom McAtee presents some favourite images he has taken during the winter months – when conditions for lineside photograph can be rather difficult, but when the results can be equally stunning.

Railways Illustrated Magazine Description:

Railways Illustrated Magazine - The best coverage of today's railway scene. Each issue of Railways Illustrated offers a comprehensive round-up of the latest news and topical events from the UK across the present day railway, including heritage traction in operation on the main lines.
Supported by high quality photography and editorial from experienced railway enthusiasts, Railways Illustrated reflects the energy and vitality of the present day railway scene.
Devoted to coverage of railway companies, train operators, infrastructure functions, main line steam operations and principal modern traction heritage sites, Railways Illustrated also presents a regular photographic overseas feature, some semi-technical articles, and a popular practical series on digital photography.