railway network came to a standstill at 11.00 on Thursday, November 11 to honour Armistice Day.
Railway staff and passengers at most of the UK’S major stations were encouraged to pause in a two-minute silence to remember members of the Armed Forces who have fought for the country over the years, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Additionally, a growing number of train operators provided free transport to Armed Forces personnel, both serving and veterans.
This occurred on Armistice Day and also on the following weekend for remembrance events taking place around the country.
David Barnsdale LNER / Owen Humphreys / PA
RIGHT: LNER staff and passengers pause in reflection at Newcastle Central Station, marking the two-minute silence at 11.00 on November 11 for Armistice Day.
ABOVE: One of the two commemorative Class 91s operated by LNER, 91110 Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, heads over the level crossing at Tallington with 1D10, the 10.33 London King’s Cross to Leeds LNER service on November 5, 2021. The other Class 91 which honours the UK’S Armed Forces is 91111 For the Fallen. Although only 11 Class 91s are currently in service with LNER, both 91110 and 91111 are active.