Friends of Goostrey Station are thrilled that they’ve won another award! The prize for an Art Project was presented on 12th March at The Grange Theatre, Northwich during the 21st Cheshire Best Kept Stations (CBKS) award ceremony. Over the last … [Read more...]
FOHS – Town Map installed in Handforth station ticket office
The Friends of Handforth Station (FoHS) and Handforth Town Council (HTC) have collaborated to install a copy of the new Handforth Town Map at Handforth Station. (Close-up of the Handforth town map) The new town map was originally designed in 2023 … [Read more...]
After 40+ years, another name totem returns to Handforth station
On 10th February 2024 the Friends of Handforth Station (FoHS) were surprised and delighted when local resident Scott Dempster presented the group with a Handforth Station name totem dating from the era of British Railways. FoHS were doubly … [Read more...]
Commemorative lectern at Handforth’s historic “tank track”
Handforth Town Council and the Friends of Handforth Station have installed a commemorative lectern to recognise a significant piece of Handforth’s history. From the Second World War until the mid 1950s, trains delivered armoured fighting vehicles … [Read more...]
Latest news from Friends of Goostrey Station
There’s a magnificent new wall hanging in Goostrey village hall which celebrates King Charles 111’s coronation year. Friends of Goostrey Station are proud to have helped Jodrell Side WI in the production this unique work of art. Last summer, … [Read more...]
Winter Walkaday – A programme of led walks around Stockport & beyond
Walkaday is a scheme that offers friendly walks exploring parks and green spaces. The aim is to encourage people who are new to walking by offering leisurely walks through some of the borough's best outdoor spaces. Each walk is paced to suit … [Read more...]
TransPennine Express £1 Ticket Sale
Today we launched our £1 train ticket sale, we’ve got a whopping 1 million TransPennine Express Advance Purchase tickets at just £1 for adults and 50p for children for travel between 22nd January and Friday 8th March 2024 (Inclusive). The sale … [Read more...]
Strines is really the home of The Railway Children
Although our play is set in Yorkshire, many believe that the inspiration for The Railway Children came from Strines, a village in Stockport Borough, between Marple and New Mills. The author, Edith Nesbit, had a sister, Saretta, who lived high … [Read more...]
Northern Trains – Flash Sale
The FLASH SALE ⚡ is back! @northernrailway are offering up to 5 million train tickets from just £1 for travel between 10 Jan & 01 March. Be quick! Once they’re gone, they’re gone! Find your cheap fare and book today at … [Read more...]
News from Friends of Goostrey Station
Please vote for our photo! Great news! Friends of Goostrey Station are excited that our work has been recognised again. A photo of Goostrey Beavers Doing Their Best could win the award for a picture that captures the essence of Community … [Read more...]
Community Rail Network Awards (2024) Shortlisted entries
We are pleased to share the shortlisted Community Rail Network Award entries for both Crewe 2 Manchester and South East Manchester CRPs. Don’t forget to vote for the photo competition – the link is below. The Community Rail Awards 2024 … [Read more...]
FoHS donate Rail Safety books to local schools and to Handforth Library
In late August the Crewe to Manchester Community Rail Partnership kindly gave the Friends of Handforth Station (FoHS) a number of copies of “Arlos Adventures There and Back”. This Rail Safety book is written by train driver Bessie Matthews, and is … [Read more...]
News from Friends of Goostrey Station
Friends of Goostrey Station are rightly proud of their achievements and it’s exciting when others approach us for help. The latest request came from a station adoption group in Lancashire. Eight years ago, a group of volunteers adopted Silverdale … [Read more...]
News from Goostrey Art Studio
Have you seen the colourful shiny discs attached to the planters at Goostrey Station? One local resident exclaimed ‘they look so lovely and cheerful! Well done all!’ The discs were created to mark the coronation of King Charles 111 and the … [Read more...]
News from Friends of Goostrey Station
All Aboard. Those are the words you click on to enter the Friends of Goostrey Station website friendsofgoostreystation.org . This simple action opens up a wealth of information about this multi award winning group of local volunteers and about … [Read more...]
Northern Flash Sale
The Northern Railway FLASH SALE is back! Northern Railway are offering over 5 million 50p, £1 and £2 tickets train tickets for travel between 11 Sep & 20 Oct. Be quick! Once they’re gone, they’re gone! … [Read more...]
Crewe Heritage Centre Recruiting Trustees
Crewe Heritage Trust are looking for seven new trustees to help shape the Crewe Heritage Centre into a museum for the 21st century. This is a significant step which will see Crewe's heritage back in the spotlight. Established in 1987, the Crewe … [Read more...]
Annual Report 2022 to 2023 and CRP Activity Plans 2023-2024
The Crewe to Manchester and South East Manchester Community Rail Partnership Annual Report 2022 to 2023 has now been published. Download the report here. This report showcases the work of the Community Rail Partnerships and Station Adoption … [Read more...]
‘Welcome to you Station’ event at Guide Bridge Station – 9th September 10am to 2pm
There is going to be a ‘Welcome to your Station’ event at Guide Bridge Station on 9th September including:- * Guided Tours of the Station & Museum * Heritage Bus * Model Railways * Light Refreshments * Merchandise Stall * Northern Trains … [Read more...]
Latest news from Community Rail Network – Ticket office consultations – have your say
Consultations have opened on proposed changes to the way ticket offices operate at the majority of railway stations across England. Rail Delivery Group has produced a summary of the proposed changes, including a Q&A, here. This states that … [Read more...]
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