Great Central Railway

The Great Central Railway (GCR) was a major British railway company operating in England from 1897 to 1922, known for building the UK's last mainline railway designed for expresses and long-distance travel. Its route connected London to the North Midlands, featuring modern infrastructure and faster trains. The GCR aimed to improve transportation efficiency and compete with other lines by providing quicker, more direct services. Though it was absorbed into larger railway companies in 1923, the GCR's legacy includes innovative engineering and the preservation of some of its landmarks, reflecting a significant chapter in UK railway history.