This is why Britain can’t get anything built (and how we might fix it)
Red tape, soaring costs and Nimbys – it’s no wonder Britain’s dreams of modern infrastructure never seem to leave the station ...
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An iconic hill with incredible views crowned the best walk in the UK - full list
Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh has been crowned in a list of the UK's best walks, scoring an impressive 9.37 out of 10 in new rankings. The ancient extinct volcano, which serves as the main peak of ...
Edwyn Collins: ‘If I come across awkwardly – so what?’
The former Orange Juice frontman talks to Craig McLean about his new album, the Keir Starmer connection, the aphasia he ...
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Sir Sean Connery’s son invests £1 million in inland surf resort
The son of late actor Sir Sean Connery has invested £1 million in an inland surf park. Jason Connery said the Lost Shore Surf Resort, at Ratho on the outskirts of Edinburgh, “brings something truly ...
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Scotland's Least-Safe Destinations You Might Want To Skip On Your Trip, According To Research
Every destination has its flaws and its own unique safety concerns. Scotland is generally safe to visit, but there are some ...
Excursions By Rail: Route for Weardale to Edinburgh train
Rail history will be made this summer as the first-ever direct train from Weardale to Edinburgh departs this August.
Route revealed for 'once in a lifetime' train ride from County Durham later this year
Rail history will be made this summer as the first-ever direct train from Weardale to Edinburgh departs this August.
The early passenger catches the cheap train – sometimes
On many key long-distance routes, the first trains depart between 5am and 6am. Some gradually fill up at stations along the ...
A circumnavigational cruise is an experience unlike any other – and these are the best on Earth
Circle a country or region by sea and you will experience its changing character in a way no other trip can rival ...
Ambitious Warrington regeneration scheme takes step forward
An ambitious regeneration scheme near Warrington town centre is set to include a new hotel, residential properties and ...
Interactive map reveals Britain’s best pubs and TEN Wetherspoons boozers make the list – does YOUR local feature?
BRITAIN’S best boozers have been mapped – and 10 of them are Wetherspoons. As Google Maps turned 20 years old on February 8, the navigating platform released the 20 most popular pubs ...
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GTR’s 717 passes ETCS software upgrade test with flying colours
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), with Siemens Mobility, has successfully upgraded one of its Class 717 Great Northern trains ...