British Railways Illustrated

BRITISH RAILWAYS ILLUSTRATED, affectionately known as ‘BRILL’, is celebrating nearly three decades of publication, offering a colorful cover, 56 pages of insightful text, and an array of 60-70 high-quality black and white images in each issue. Renowned for its blend of history, nostalgia, and occasional humor, BRILL delves into the steam and early modernization era of British Railways from 1948 to the 1970s, encompassing diesel and electric locomotives. The magazine also explores themes from the 1930s and the Second World War, featuring locomotives, rolling stock, infrastructure, and human/social aspects of railway history. With maps, plans, and diagrams enhancing the reading experience, along with lively letters pages that engage the readership, BRILL remains a cherished resource for enthusiasts and historians alike. Subscribe now to embark on a captivating journey through the golden age of British Railways with British Railways Illustrated.