A rail campaign group has welcomed a decision by a train operator to introduce an extra late-night service, but is disappointed it is only for four weeks.
From Saturday to 30 August, a TransPennine Express train will leave Edinburgh Waverley at 23:00 BST on weekdays, calling at East Linton, Dunbar, Reston, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Alnmouth and Morpeth before arriving into Newcastle at 00:59.
The company says it is to allow people attending the Fringe to enjoy a show in the evening.
Dennis Fancett, from the South East Northumberland Rail Users’ Group (Senrug) said: “It’s good news but Northumberland stations need a permanent service leaving Edinburgh at 23:00 or thereabouts to support the many evening activities in the city.”
