The late great John Peel is to have a train named after him by rail company Merseytravel. The train will be launched on Thursday after a short dedication ceremony featuring a performance by Ian Prowse, of the track 'Does This Train Stop on Merseyside?'
Peel's wife Sheila Ravenscroft said that tune was the DJ's second favourite track ever: "John just loved the song. He always became emotional when he played it. He wasn't capable of playing it without crying. If he played it on the radio he'd have to put something on straight afterwards because he wouldn't be able to speak. When he played it at home, he'd always need a cuddle afterwards. We are just really delighted that John is being honoured with this train. He would have loved it".
Councillor Mark Dowd, chair of Merseytravel said: "We are very proud of the man John was and of his connection with Merseyside. Naming this train in his honour is our tribute to a true broadcasting legend".