Synopsis
Going behind the scenes of the rail network. Scotland's railways are a huge challenge to keep running, from the busy commuter routes to the highland mountains.
- Programme: The Railway: Keeping Britain on Track
- Episode: 06: North of the Border
- Channel: BBC HD
- Broadcast year: 2013
- Travel & Tourism | Airports, Cruises and Passenger Transport
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