The railway line between Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness has been closed due to flooding after Storm Bert. Rail operator Northern said disruption is expected until 4.30am on Friday November 29.

A light maintenance depot in Barrow-in-Furness has seen important upgrades by Northern as part of the company’s work under the Manchester Recovery Task Force. A new train-fuelling and servicing ...

National said: “A derailed train between Barrow-in-Furness and Lancaster means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains are unable to run between Barrow-in-Furness and Lancaster.” ...

A new biography published to celebrate the life and legacy of Britain’s oldest working steam locomotive has been launched at a Cumbrian event. The book tells the story of Furness Railway Locomotive No ...

Mr Flett, from Barrow-in-Furness, said he had to call the police for help as he could not get through to anyone at Avanti West Coast. The train operating company said it had apologised to Mr Flett.