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Great Central Railway Gets £5M Boost for New Viaduct!

6/20/2025

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Exciting news for the Great Central Railway! Volunteers have secured the green light to construct a new viaduct, bridging Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. With £5 million raised—£2.5 million earmarked for upcoming efforts—ground surveys kick off in July, paving the way for construction to start next year. A remarkable step towards revitalizing this historic railway!

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Exciting news for the Great Central Railway! Volunteers have secured the green light to construct a new viaduct, bridging Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. With £5 million raised—£2.5 million earmarked for upcoming efforts—ground surveys kick off in July, paving the way for construction to start next year. A remarkable step towards revitalizing this historic railway!