Michael C
@mikewillsee.bsky.social
He/Him
Sustainable transport advocate & enthusiast (usual trainspotter)
Human rights enjoyer
Founder of @networknews.org.uk
I also make YouTube videos: youtube.com/@mikewillsee
Sustainable transport advocate & enthusiast (usual trainspotter)
Human rights enjoyer
Founder of @networknews.org.uk
I also make YouTube videos: youtube.com/@mikewillsee
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
This time we're taking another look at the channel tunnel, as despite not being allocated depot space at Temple Mills, Trenitalia is still planning to launch services between London and Paris from 2029. Find out how in the video linked below:
youtu.be/Tq9prQlMzJw
This time we're taking another look at the channel tunnel, as despite not being allocated depot space at Temple Mills, Trenitalia is still planning to launch services between London and Paris from 2029. Find out how in the video linked below:
youtu.be/Tq9prQlMzJw
Trenitalia Planning New London - Paris Services From 2029 Despite Temple Mills Depot Setback!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
January 6, 2026 at 7:03 PM
New Video!
This time we're taking another look at the channel tunnel, as despite not being allocated depot space at Temple Mills, Trenitalia is still planning to launch services between London and Paris from 2029. Find out how in the video linked below:
youtu.be/Tq9prQlMzJw
This time we're taking another look at the channel tunnel, as despite not being allocated depot space at Temple Mills, Trenitalia is still planning to launch services between London and Paris from 2029. Find out how in the video linked below:
youtu.be/Tq9prQlMzJw
Reposted by Michael C
New Video! Hugh alongside special guest @networknews.org.uk take a look at what's coming the UK Railway network in 2026 from new stations, to trains and the introduction of the GBR brand, Enjoy!
What's Coming to the UK Railways in 2026?
YouTube video by The TfL Three
youtu.be
January 3, 2026 at 5:02 PM
New Video! Hugh alongside special guest @networknews.org.uk take a look at what's coming the UK Railway network in 2026 from new stations, to trains and the introduction of the GBR brand, Enjoy!
Reposted by Michael C
Was a pleasure to work with @thetflthree.bsky.social to put together this video on all the major changes coming to the railways this year.
It provides a really good overview of everything we have to look forward to so do give it a watch!
It provides a really good overview of everything we have to look forward to so do give it a watch!
New Video! Hugh alongside special guest @networknews.org.uk take a look at what's coming the UK Railway network in 2026 from new stations, to trains and the introduction of the GBR brand, Enjoy!
What's Coming to the UK Railways in 2026?
YouTube video by The TfL Three
youtu.be
January 3, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Was a pleasure to work with @thetflthree.bsky.social to put together this video on all the major changes coming to the railways this year.
It provides a really good overview of everything we have to look forward to so do give it a watch!
It provides a really good overview of everything we have to look forward to so do give it a watch!
An absolutely mad (but very enjoyable) farewell tour for the 455s.
Thanks to everyone who helped organise the event, and those who were onboard to make it such an enjoyable experience!
Thanks to everyone who helped organise the event, and those who were onboard to make it such an enjoyable experience!
December 21, 2025 at 8:19 PM
An absolutely mad (but very enjoyable) farewell tour for the 455s.
Thanks to everyone who helped organise the event, and those who were onboard to make it such an enjoyable experience!
Thanks to everyone who helped organise the event, and those who were onboard to make it such an enjoyable experience!
As promised, this is the video from when I recently took a trip north of the border to ride the FIRST Lumo service to run into Glasgow Queen Street
Join me as I take the journey, explore the train's recent facelift, and interview those involved in getting this service running!
youtu.be/6D0-WY8LRdQ
Join me as I take the journey, explore the train's recent facelift, and interview those involved in getting this service running!
youtu.be/6D0-WY8LRdQ
Riding The FIRST Lumo Train Into Glasgow Queen Street!
YouTube video by Michael C.
youtu.be
December 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
As promised, this is the video from when I recently took a trip north of the border to ride the FIRST Lumo service to run into Glasgow Queen Street
Join me as I take the journey, explore the train's recent facelift, and interview those involved in getting this service running!
youtu.be/6D0-WY8LRdQ
Join me as I take the journey, explore the train's recent facelift, and interview those involved in getting this service running!
youtu.be/6D0-WY8LRdQ
First ever Lumo train into Glasgow Queen Street? Done it mate!
Video coming soon! 👀
Video coming soon! 👀
December 15, 2025 at 6:43 PM
First ever Lumo train into Glasgow Queen Street? Done it mate!
Video coming soon! 👀
Video coming soon! 👀
I was quite happily exploring the streets of Newcastle until the footpath I was walking on ended abruptly in the middle of nowhere.
I'd expect this in Florida but not in the middle of one of the UK's biggest cities!
#CarsRuinPublicSpaces
I'd expect this in Florida but not in the middle of one of the UK's biggest cities!
#CarsRuinPublicSpaces
December 15, 2025 at 4:19 PM
I was quite happily exploring the streets of Newcastle until the footpath I was walking on ended abruptly in the middle of nowhere.
I'd expect this in Florida but not in the middle of one of the UK's biggest cities!
#CarsRuinPublicSpaces
I'd expect this in Florida but not in the middle of one of the UK's biggest cities!
#CarsRuinPublicSpaces
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
This time we're taking a look at GBR's new branding, and what it means for the future of the nationalised operator:
youtu.be/0rrGcDRaSYo
This time we're taking a look at GBR's new branding, and what it means for the future of the nationalised operator:
youtu.be/0rrGcDRaSYo
December 9, 2025 at 10:43 PM
New Video!
This time we're taking a look at GBR's new branding, and what it means for the future of the nationalised operator:
youtu.be/0rrGcDRaSYo
This time we're taking a look at GBR's new branding, and what it means for the future of the nationalised operator:
youtu.be/0rrGcDRaSYo
Join me LIVE on surreyhillsradio.co.uk from 5PM where I'll be discussing the new GBR branding, the December Timetable Change, the new EMR trains, the potential for Eurostar to serve Germany, the new Enterprise trains, and a major expansion of Cardiff Central station.
Don't forget to tune in!
Don't forget to tune in!
December 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Join me LIVE on surreyhillsradio.co.uk from 5PM where I'll be discussing the new GBR branding, the December Timetable Change, the new EMR trains, the potential for Eurostar to serve Germany, the new Enterprise trains, and a major expansion of Cardiff Central station.
Don't forget to tune in!
Don't forget to tune in!
Reposted by Michael C
The long-awaited new livery for Great British Railways has been unveiled, and is expected to start appearing on trains from next Spring.
More information coming soon in video form!
More information coming soon in video form!
December 8, 2025 at 11:21 PM
The long-awaited new livery for Great British Railways has been unveiled, and is expected to start appearing on trains from next Spring.
More information coming soon in video form!
More information coming soon in video form!
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
This time we're looking to the Midlands, as a new fleet of intercity trains has JUST entered service with EMR to operate their intercity services out of St Pancras towards Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield:
youtu.be/v--v4Urkbqo
This time we're looking to the Midlands, as a new fleet of intercity trains has JUST entered service with EMR to operate their intercity services out of St Pancras towards Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield:
youtu.be/v--v4Urkbqo
EMR's New Class 810s Have Entered Service!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
December 3, 2025 at 8:31 PM
New Video!
This time we're looking to the Midlands, as a new fleet of intercity trains has JUST entered service with EMR to operate their intercity services out of St Pancras towards Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield:
youtu.be/v--v4Urkbqo
This time we're looking to the Midlands, as a new fleet of intercity trains has JUST entered service with EMR to operate their intercity services out of St Pancras towards Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield:
youtu.be/v--v4Urkbqo
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
This time we're taking a deep-dive look at the December 2025 timetable change. We'll examine the key service changes, how they might affect passengers, and what the downsides are of running so many more trains on the existing lines:
youtu.be/h_sL_Kgs_Qo
This time we're taking a deep-dive look at the December 2025 timetable change. We'll examine the key service changes, how they might affect passengers, and what the downsides are of running so many more trains on the existing lines:
youtu.be/h_sL_Kgs_Qo
Everything You Need To Know About The December 2025 Timetable Change!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
December 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
New Video!
This time we're taking a deep-dive look at the December 2025 timetable change. We'll examine the key service changes, how they might affect passengers, and what the downsides are of running so many more trains on the existing lines:
youtu.be/h_sL_Kgs_Qo
This time we're taking a deep-dive look at the December 2025 timetable change. We'll examine the key service changes, how they might affect passengers, and what the downsides are of running so many more trains on the existing lines:
youtu.be/h_sL_Kgs_Qo
Reposted by Michael C
TRANSPORT ANNOUNCEMENTS IN THE BUDGET:
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November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
TRANSPORT ANNOUNCEMENTS IN THE BUDGET:
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Reposted by Michael C
If you haven't already seen the excellent video by Network News about the DLR extension to Thamesmead I recommend you watch it. Not just because I help supply some of the footage but because it is a great video explaining what is happening.
New Video!
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
Government Backs DLR Extension to Thamesmead Ahead of Budget!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
If you haven't already seen the excellent video by Network News about the DLR extension to Thamesmead I recommend you watch it. Not just because I help supply some of the footage but because it is a great video explaining what is happening.
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
Government Backs DLR Extension to Thamesmead Ahead of Budget!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
November 22, 2025 at 11:39 AM
New Video!
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed:
youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE
New Video!
This time I'm coming to you from the opening of Beaulieu Park Station (yes I know my video is very late) - a fantastic new station which proves it IS possible to create genuinely nice stations which aren't just cookie-cutter!
Do check it out: youtu.be/sIUMRCd5Ok8
This time I'm coming to you from the opening of Beaulieu Park Station (yes I know my video is very late) - a fantastic new station which proves it IS possible to create genuinely nice stations which aren't just cookie-cutter!
Do check it out: youtu.be/sIUMRCd5Ok8
Beaulieu Park Station Opening Day: Detailed Tour of Britain's Newest Station!
YouTube video by Michael C.
youtu.be
November 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
New Video!
This time I'm coming to you from the opening of Beaulieu Park Station (yes I know my video is very late) - a fantastic new station which proves it IS possible to create genuinely nice stations which aren't just cookie-cutter!
Do check it out: youtu.be/sIUMRCd5Ok8
This time I'm coming to you from the opening of Beaulieu Park Station (yes I know my video is very late) - a fantastic new station which proves it IS possible to create genuinely nice stations which aren't just cookie-cutter!
Do check it out: youtu.be/sIUMRCd5Ok8
I'm in the middle of editing and just realised I accidentally did the meme pose
November 19, 2025 at 11:45 PM
I'm in the middle of editing and just realised I accidentally did the meme pose
Reposted by Michael C
🎬 NEW VIDEO 🎬
Still on the Tees Valley Line, I'm exploring the Locomotion museum at Shildon, get to take a look at the Inspiration train and then find myself at the world's oldest station!
Oh, and we see some familiar faces!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQk2...
Still on the Tees Valley Line, I'm exploring the Locomotion museum at Shildon, get to take a look at the Inspiration train and then find myself at the world's oldest station!
Oh, and we see some familiar faces!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQk2...
Visiting the World's First Railway Station on the Tees Valley Line - Heighington station
YouTube video by JenOnTheMove
www.youtube.com
November 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
🎬 NEW VIDEO 🎬
Still on the Tees Valley Line, I'm exploring the Locomotion museum at Shildon, get to take a look at the Inspiration train and then find myself at the world's oldest station!
Oh, and we see some familiar faces!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQk2...
Still on the Tees Valley Line, I'm exploring the Locomotion museum at Shildon, get to take a look at the Inspiration train and then find myself at the world's oldest station!
Oh, and we see some familiar faces!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQk2...
Absolutely loved watching Geoff's video from the celebrations up in Darlington, it brought back so many memories of what was truly tremendous weekend!
Do check it out!
Do check it out!
VIDEO! The replica Locomotion at Railway 200 and the whole of the Stockton & Darlington weekend ...
youtu.be/gApVb-NBOko
youtu.be/gApVb-NBOko
Stockton & Darlington - The First Passenger Train Runs Again!
YouTube video by Geoff Marshall
youtu.be
November 9, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Absolutely loved watching Geoff's video from the celebrations up in Darlington, it brought back so many memories of what was truly tremendous weekend!
Do check it out!
Do check it out!
It's giving Regional Railways
November 2, 2025 at 11:26 AM
It's giving Regional Railways
Reposted by Michael C
Whatever else comes out once the attack on the ECML train last night, this alone is a credit to the train crew, driver, and signalling team.
Huntingdon was the first possible stop. In a highly stressful situation and improvising a plan the train lost just 3 minutes vs line speed to get there.
Huntingdon was the first possible stop. In a highly stressful situation and improvising a plan the train lost just 3 minutes vs line speed to get there.
November 2, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Whatever else comes out once the attack on the ECML train last night, this alone is a credit to the train crew, driver, and signalling team.
Huntingdon was the first possible stop. In a highly stressful situation and improvising a plan the train lost just 3 minutes vs line speed to get there.
Huntingdon was the first possible stop. In a highly stressful situation and improvising a plan the train lost just 3 minutes vs line speed to get there.
30K+ views on the new video and counting!
Thank you all so much for the support on this one!
Thank you all so much for the support on this one!
New Video!
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Virgin Trains To Launch New Channel Tunnel Services To Compete With Eurostar From 2030!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
November 1, 2025 at 11:58 AM
30K+ views on the new video and counting!
Thank you all so much for the support on this one!
Thank you all so much for the support on this one!
Reposted by Michael C
New Video!
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Virgin Trains To Launch New Channel Tunnel Services To Compete With Eurostar From 2030!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 11:27 PM
New Video!
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Reposted by Michael C
Sometimes it seems like this government is actively seeking ways to be unpopular.
South Cambridgeshire’s 4-day week:
- Saves them £370,000 a year
- Improves productivity in key areas
- Boosts health and wellbeing of staff
And yet they seek to undermine it by leaking letters to the Telegraph.
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South Cambridgeshire’s 4-day week:
- Saves them £370,000 a year
- Improves productivity in key areas
- Boosts health and wellbeing of staff
And yet they seek to undermine it by leaking letters to the Telegraph.
/
October 29, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Sometimes it seems like this government is actively seeking ways to be unpopular.
South Cambridgeshire’s 4-day week:
- Saves them £370,000 a year
- Improves productivity in key areas
- Boosts health and wellbeing of staff
And yet they seek to undermine it by leaking letters to the Telegraph.
/
South Cambridgeshire’s 4-day week:
- Saves them £370,000 a year
- Improves productivity in key areas
- Boosts health and wellbeing of staff
And yet they seek to undermine it by leaking letters to the Telegraph.
/