Here are some links to transport-related websites in the UK. The list will be updated as new sites are assessed, but please see the disclaimer at the foot of the page. Regular, but random checks are made to verify that all the links still work, but if you find one that's faulty, please report it through the feedback link, also at the bottom of the page.

Current categories:

Aviation | General Interest | Heritage Railways

Maritime | Transport Trade Associations

Commercial Transport Photography

Transport Policy | Transport Publications

Travel Enquiries & Operators

Aviation
Civil Aviation Authority
The CAA is the regulatory authority for civil aviation in the UK and their website reflects this important role.
Transair Pilot Shop
Founded in 1986, Transair are now the major European supplier of equipment for pilots with four shops in the UK. They produce an updated catalogue every three months and orders can be placed by phone, fax or via the website.

General Interest
Invectis
Dave Parker's site dedicated to the Isle of Wight has not been updated for some time, but it still contains much of interest for anyone with a love for the Garden Isle.
PhotoVectis
Trevor Whelan's personal photographic website is currently under development, but will eventually feature equipment reviews, general articles on aspects of photography and some gallery pages of non-transport images.
The Transport Archive
This looks to be a promising site with lots of potential for the historian and enthusiast. Apparently, its aim is to tell the story of Britain's transport system from the eighteenth century to the present day. There are currently three "sub-sites" looking at aviation, canals and railways.
The TransportWeb
Simon Dixon's comprehensive offering, providing hundreds of transport links, along with useful search facilities.

Heritage Railways
Bluebell Railway
One of Britain's railway preservation pioneers and still going from strength to strength. The content of their website seems broader than that of many other heritage railways, acknowledged by an award from the Heritage Railway Association in 2004.
Heritage Railway Association
A guide to the entire heritage railway scene in the UK and Ireland, including details of special events, trains and operating days for all steam railways.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Over the last two decades the almost constant attrition of the remaining Ryde-Shanklin line makes it difficult to envisage happier times when the Isle of Wight boasted a rail network of some 55 route miles. However, you can get a feel for those days by travelling on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway between Smallbrook Junction and Wootton. The railway's headquarters at Havenstreet are well worth a visit, even if you don't have the time for a train ride.
National Railway Museum
Not strictly a heritage railway in its own right, but certainly a key player in preserving Britain's railway heritage. The NRM's policy of constantly rotating and reviewing exhibits means that there's always something new to see. An essential visit for anyone even remotely interested in railways and their development.

Maritime
Sea & Water
Sea & Water is a body set up to promote greater use of coastal shipping and inland waterways for freight movements.

Transport Industry Trade Associations
Association of Train Operating Companies
As the name implies, ATOC is the trade association for train operators. It describes itself as "the voice for the passenger rail industry" and the ATOC website contains some useful information.
Confederation of Passenger Transport
CPT is the trade association for bus, coach, light rail and metro operators. The website provides statistics and transport related data and is a good source of general information.
The Railway Forum
The Railway Forum calls itself "the voice for the whole of the railway industry". It claims to be the only organisation representing the majority of the UK rail industry. This includes train operating companies, rolling stock leasing companies, infrastructure providers, equipment and service suppliers and the Passenger Transport Executives. The Railway Forum's purpose is to act as a lobby group and think tank for the industry as a whole.

Transport Photography - Commercial Libraries
Aviation: The Flight Collection
General: The BBC Photo Library
Railways: Milepost92 ¹/₂

Transport Policy
Campaign for Better Transport (formerly Transport 2000)
Transport 2000 was for many years one of the few sane voices in the transport debate. In the early years of the 21st century it has undergone a change of image to emerge as the Campaign for Better Transport, a highly appropriate name to reflect the role it continues to perform admirably.
Commission for Integrated Transport
The Commission for Integrated Transport (CfIT) provides independent advice to Government on the implementation of integrated transport policy and monitors developments across transport, environment, health and other sectors.
Department for Transport
Not surprisingly, this government department's website is a comprehensive reference source. Featured topics include accessibility issues, accident investigation, aviation, FAQs, freight, local transport, railways, road safety, shipping and ports, sustainable travel, transport strategy and statistics.
Environmental Transport Association
ETA is a motoring organisation similar to the AA and RAC, with the important exception that it takes a refreshingly sensible approach to sustainable transport policies.
The Beeching Report
The report by Dr Richard Beeching, The Reshaping of British Railways, has to be one of the most contentious and divisive transport studies ever produced. Even after more than four decades, it remains a subject of great controversy. With hindsight, there is no doubting that some of the report's recommendations took an incredibly narrow, short-term and ultimately damaging view which we are still paying for today. Equally, there were elements which later evolved into some of the greatest success stories on Britain's railways. This privately run website features the report in full and in a downloadable form. Have a look and judge for yourself whether Beeching was a hero, villain or something in between.
RailFuture
Formerly known as the Railway Development Society, RailFuture is an independent national organisation campaigning for the interests of rail users, both passenger and freight.
Slower Speeds Initiative
This site is the antedote to media hype and misinformation from irresponsible sections of the motoring lobby. Learn the truth about safety cameras and the relationship between speed and injury accidents.

Transport Publications
Buses
One of Ian Allan's stable of transport periodicals, Buses is pitched at the enthusiast market, although there is much of interest to industry professionals.
Heritage Railway
A relative newcomer in terms of railway journals, but quickly establishing itself as one of the best.
Modern Railways
Another Ian Allan stalwart, Modern Railways is required reading for anyone involved in, or on the periphery of, the rail industry. It contains a good balance of technical features, policy and operations. Highly recommended.
Pilot
A long-established magazine, regarded as essential reading by many pilots. The comprehensive website will be of interest to anyone with a passion for aviation.

Travel Enquries & Operators
Green Line Travel
One of the oldest names in the British transport industry, now effectively just a marketing umbrella for selected coach services and excursions in the South East of England. Their website contains timetable information for scheduled coach services, as well as day trips and other promotions.
National Rail
This site describes itself as "the gateway to Britain's National Rail network". As you might expect, it features comprehensive information on times and fares, plus appropriate links.
Public Transport Information
The UK Public Transport Information website, featuring bus, coach, rail, air and ferries.

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All websites listed on this page have been visited and evaluated personally by the Trevellan webmaster. However, no responsibility can be accepted for the content or accuracy of information sourced through these links.

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