RailScot News

05/03/2023 Scenic trains with larger windows planned by ScotRail for Highland lines to Mallaig and Thurso [Scotsman] Scenic trains with larger windows are being considered by ScotRail for a new greener fleet on lines in the Highlands popular with tourists. They could operate on the West Highland Line to Mallaig which has been a major draw for Harry Potter fans, and the Far North Line to Thurso and Wick. (Permalink) Far North Line Fort William Glenfinnan Mallaig Scenic ScotRail Thurso West Highland Line Wick Windows Borrodale Tunnel: A westbound 4 car Sprinter is about to enter Borrodale Tunnel, the longest on the line, on a swelteringly hot day in 2017. Ewan Crawford 02/05/2017 Arisaig: Mallaig-bound Jacobite crosses a ScotRail service at Arisaig on 3rd June 2016. David Spaven 03/06/2016 Georgemas Junction: Having shuttled to Thurso and back 158702 runs in to Georgemas Junction ready to continue on to Wick. In the background the new crane and loading area for the Dounreay flasks are nearing completion an ... Mark Bartlett 06/07/2012 Scotsman
05/03/2023 West Highland Line plan for Swiss-style trains unveiled [The Herald] Swiss-style scenic trains with extra legroom and luxury catering could be introduced on the Scottish route considered one of the worlds greatest train journeys. (Permalink) Far North Line Fort William Glenfinnan Mallaig Scenic ScotRail Thurso West Highland Line Wick Windows The Herald