DRIIVe: Future of UK rail innovation at historic Barrow Hill in Derbyshire

Barrow Hill wagon image Shan Liu

Work may soon commence on a groundbreaking railway technical development centre. Planning permission has been granted for the Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe). The backers describe it as a cutting-edge rail innovation and training centre. The location is set to be adjacent to the historically significant Barrow Hill Roundhouse, near Chesterfield.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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