Category Archives: Slaithwaite

The slow train to Paradise, or Man Vic if you prefer

  The following is the resume of recent correspondence about the plans to reduce the service to passengers traveling between Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. First the letter which Shrug, acting on behalf of SMART sent to all the Members of … Continue reading

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The most decorated station in the land

When will we get a replacement to the much patched Slation. Rumour has it that Marsden is to be substantially favoured shortly, but no such rumours about Slaithwaite Continue reading

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Another tragedy in the Colne Valley

Another tragedy took place on the Huddersfield to Manchester line this morning ( February 25th 2011) at around 11.15 am when an older woman was struck by a train at Slaithwaite Station.Police and ambulances attended the scene and local people … Continue reading

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Celebrations at Marsden and Slaithwaite

No Longer will you have to stand in the cold wondering if the train will turn up, for as from today, Norther rail have brought back announcement to Marsden and Slaithwaite. No longer will you hear the jubilant cry ” … Continue reading

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