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AbRail will continue to operate. It had some problems when the owner's joint hosting of the Engine Shed Society site finished, but that particular problem is over now, thanks.
I am helping an online journalist with research and contacts for the 50th Anniversary. Please contact me if you know of other events, former loco crews from the North West, enthusiasts who travelled on the last excursions etc. Thanks.