Steam Trains TodayAfter the Beeching cuts of the 1960s, many railways were 'rationalised' and gradually shut down. Rural communities were isolated without ready access to the main lines and steam trains slowly gave way to diesel and electric traction. But some people were not prepared to let the romance of train travel die. Thanks to their efforts, many of these lines passed into community ownership and are now booming with new armies of dedicated volunteers. Andrew

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And a neighbor Julia Winterson bakes hope in the form of cakes offering them to satisfy the town's sweet tooth - but also in the hope of rekindling a love she fears might be lost forever

These magical stories are retold with wit and warmth by popular storyteller Rose Impey and lavishly illustrated by distinguished artist Ian Beck

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