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Britain’s Royal Train Faces End of the Line After 180 Years

Historic service likely to be retired amid budget pressures

04 July 2025 · 23:56 UTC

Britain’s royal train, a fixture of ceremonial travel for nearly two centuries, is facing retirement as the government weighs cutting costs.

The historic service, known for its distinctive carriages and regal heritage, has been deemed increasingly expensive to maintain in an age of tighter budgets.