'I had no idea if I'd live or die': Ufton Nervet survivors recall UK's worst 21st century rail crash 20 years on

06/11/2024

The day after the accident, investigators examine the scene at Ufton Nervet. Seven people (including the car driver) were killed and 11 seriously injured in the accident that took place on November 6 2004. ALAMY.

At twelve minutes past six on November 6 2004, a Great Western high speed train struck a car on a level crossing between Reading and Newbury.

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