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Jacobite Train Season Delayed, Impacting Local Economy

4/11/2026

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West Coast Railways has delayed the Jacobite season due to a pending safety exemption for using Mark 1 carriages.
West Coast Railways has not sold tickets or set a start date, prompting visitors to cancel accommodations.
The West Highland Chamber says the train is important to the local economy and notes the uncertainty's negative impact.
The West Highland Chamber will work with West Coast Railways on future seasons.

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West Coast Railways has delayed the Jacobite season due to a pending safety exemption for using Mark 1 carriages.
West Coast Railways has not sold tickets or set a start date, prompting visitors to cancel accommodations.
The West Highland Chamber says the train is important to the local economy and notes the uncertainty's negative impact.
The West Highland Chamber will work with West Coast Railways on future seasons.