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Three stations run by Northern competing in World Cup of Stations as passengers vote for the winner

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:27:00 Z

Passengers are being asked to cast their vote and decide which railway station has the biggest positive impact on the local community by bringing people together.

Air conditioning, more space and more features: Northern to upgrade North West journeys with longer, better trains

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:13:00 Z

Train operator Northern is set to introduce 37 refurbished Class 350 trains onto its network, bringing air conditioning, increased capacity and a more comfortable journey to customers travelling across Manchester and the wider North West.

Manchester Airport customers can catch a later train after flight delays at no extra cost

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:10:00 Z

Customers who miss a train from Manchester Airport because their flight was delayed no longer need to worry about buying another ticket.

More women looking for rewarding careers on the railway as Northern sees a sharp rise in job applications

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:18:00 Z

The number of women applying for jobs with Northern has risen significantly, following the launch of a successful recruitment campaign.

Customers invited to ‘Meet the Manager’ at Manchester Victoria to have their say on rail

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:30:00 Z

Customers travelling through Manchester Victoria are being invited to speak directly with senior rail managers at a special drop-in session next week.

Northern engineer wins 'Railway Oscar' for helping dozens of young people get started in their careers

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:40:00 Z

A man who has given dozens of young people the chance to forge a career in engineering said he is “absolutely blown away” after winning an award at the 'Railway Oscars'.

Passengers with mobility scooters can now travel on all types of Northern trains with free permit

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:37:00 Z

Passengers with mobility scooters are now able to travel on all of the different types of trains in Northern’s fleet with a free permit.

Rugby team wins kit and Grand Final tickets in competition run by Northern

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:04:00 Z

Young rugby players have won kit and training equipment as well as tickets to watch the Super League Grand Final, as part of a competition run by Northern.

'Leave the car behind': Peak District visitors encouraged to take the train as Northern marks 75th anniversary year

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:51:00 Z

People travelling to the Peak District are being encouraged to ditch the car and take the train.

Last chance! Northern's Flash Sale ends TODAY - here are all the routes which still have cheap tickets remaining

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:09:00 Z

Northern’s Flash Sale closes at midnight tonight (Friday 4 September), and there are still a number of journeys across the North of England with tickets from just £2 up for grabs.