Friends of Ambassador Train Travel

West Coast Railways (WCR) is an independent Train Operating Company and since 1998 has specialised in operating charter trains, both in its own right and on behalf of tour operators, along some of the UK’s most famous and scenic routes and to many beautiful destinations The Company's main base is at Carnforth, Lancashire and in 2010 it will be operating more services than ever, including our very popular, timetabled services and special one day and weekend rail tours across thousands of miles of the UK rail network, using classic and modern diesels and historic steam locomotives. Join us and enjoy the comfort of traditional, spacious coaches, welcoming staff and all the resources necessary to make your time with us very special.

Collecting Railwayana has been created to give a brief insight into the arena of Collecting Railwayana, including Builders Plates, Depot Plaques, Nameplates and Totems. There are over 650 photographs in the Nameplates section of the site to illustrate the many different styles and designs of locomotive nameplates that were, and still are, in use around Britain’s railway system including examples from Steam, Diesel and Electric through to the latest Voyagers and Pendolinos. After visiting the site you may wish to visit one of the many Railwayana Auctions & Events to find out what the hobby is really all about. Collecting Railwayana is a rewarding hobby and usually an investment especially as interest rates are so low.