Reposted by Paul WebsterEsk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Only 2 days to go to our next Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train Special. Why not come along and join us this Wednesday 19th August? See the poster below for further details or visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no... 043
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 20/06/2026We are absolutely devastated to hear about the train collision near Bedford yesterday. Our love and thoughts are with everyone who has been affected. We'd like to extend our gratitude to the emergency services and railway staff in the East Midlands for their swift response and support. 021
Reposted by Paul WebsterCampaign for Better Transport @bettertransport.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Day 2 of #BetterTransportWeek and we're on one of the world's most scenic rail journeys with the National Railway Museum, NORTHERN 🚆 and the Settle-Carlisle Railway Development Trust. The campaign to save the Settle to Carlisle line shows just how deeply people value being connected to the railway. 173
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/06/2026The big day is finally here! It’s #CommunityRailWeek, sponsored by Rail Delivery Group 🎉 Stay tuned as we celebrate the vital role #CommunityRail plays in fostering inclusion, strengthening local connections and ensuring everyone can access and enjoy rail travel 🫶 #JourneysForAll 0107
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 29/05/2026I'm looking forward to getting around and visiting our members next week to see more of the amazing #CommunityRail activities they do! #CRW26 #CommunityRailWeek #JourneysForAll @communityrail.bsky.social 031
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 26/05/2026⏰ 6 days to go ⏰ #CommunityRailWeek is nearly here! Take a look at our online map to see the huge variety of events and activities taking place across Britain from 1-7 June 🗺️➡️ communityrail.org.uk/activities/ Will you be hosting and/or attending a special event or activity? 🗯️ 022
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 09/04/2026Have you been inspired by our incredible Awards last month? 💡 Is your company looking to align with the values and impact of #CommunityRail? We have a range of sponsorship opportunities available for our 2027 event, offering a variety of benefits ➡️ communityrail.org.uk/events-and-c... 011
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Tourism Network on tour! 🗺️ Thank you to @yorkshirecoastcrp.bsky.social for hosting yesterday's trip to Bridlington. Our members explored a new line and shared brilliant ideas for how #CommunityRail can partner with tourism organisations to support greener, healthier leisure travel 🚉 052
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 08/04/2026We're in today's Rail Business Daily 🙌 The Mayor of Greater Manchester has seen #CommunityRail in action as the Government unveiled its 'Better Connected' strategy, shining a spotlight on the role of grassroots groups in shaping the future of transport. news.railbusinessdaily.com/andy-burnham...news.railbusinessdaily.comAndy Burnham meets community rail leaders as Government launches ‘Better Connected’ strategy | RailBusinessDailyLast week, the Mayor of Greater Manchester met with community rail leaders and volunteers as the Government unveiled its new Better Connected transport Last week, the Mayor of Greater Manchester met w... 013
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Oh #Chesterfield you are looking so good this morning! The new planters look splendid in the sunshine... plants coming very soon! @eastmidsrailway.bsky.social @communityrail.bsky.social #CommunityRail 180
Reposted by Paul WebsterThe Beauty of Transport @thebeautyoftransport.com · 29/03/20266 station records added to the Mainline Station Heritage Artefacts Collection and 4 updated with new artefacts, thanks to 4 contributors. Artefacts include the BRCU-commissioned frieze at Woolwich Arsenal (© @watfordgap.bsky.social). Inspired to submit something? Info on how to is in the link.stationheritageartefacts.org.ukLatest stations added to siteGrange-over-Sands (contributed by the Railway Heritage Trust) Kings Sutton (contributed by Hazel Nicholson) Liverpool Lime Street (contributed by Matt Pyecroft) Longton (updated) Milton Keynes Central (contributed by Matt Pyecroft) Retford (updated) (contributed by the Railway Heritage Trust) Stamford (contributed by the Railway Heritage Trust) Woolwich Arsenal (contributed by Paul Webster) Worcester Foregate Street (updated) (contributed by Paul Webster) Worcestershire Parkway… 051
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Well that’s it, our 2026 awards are over and what an evening it’s been! Congratulations to all our winners and everyone who entered 👏 It’s because of you that #CommunityRail is the incredible, inspiring movement it is. We couldn't be more proud of everything you do! 💟 #CRA26 021
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Truely deserved @dominic-noades.bsky.social Thanks for all you do across Kent. @kentridergaz.bsky.social #CRA26 #CommunityRail 130
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Being inspired by another amazing #CRA26 with the legends that are Richard Salkeld and Vicki Pupe #CommunityRail @communityrail.bsky.social @eastmidsrailway.bsky.social 151
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Get ready Derby, it's the day we've all been waiting for - the #CommunityRail Awards! 🥳 We're making our final preparations and looking forward to an evening of celebration. Revisit our fabulous shortlist to get yourself in the party mood ✨ #CRA26 communityrail.org.uk/shortlist-an... 042
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Starting my journey to @communityrail.bsky.social #CRA26 and good to see the next stage of the #Chesterfield #CommunityRail station garden underway! @danielhwright.bsky.social @eastmidsrailway.bsky.social 051
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Looking forward to a fabulous time of meeting many of our @communityrail.bsky.social members at #CRA26 events this week and being inspired by all they have achieved to connect local communities with their railway! 020
Reposted by Paul WebsterThe Beauty of Transport @thebeautyoftransport.com · 03/03/2026Loads of good stuff this time. Also including... Hoses for refilling steam-heated carriages at Nottingham (© @watfordgap.bsky.social) Some RCTS history at Cheltenham Spa (© @jdk653.bsky.social) This smashing surviving 1908 door at Hall Green (© Hazel Nicholson) Drinking fountain at Lancaster (me!) 041
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 16/02/2026Check out the fantastic new roundel at Westerfield Station 🎨 Entitled ‘Pollinators’ and created from recycled crockery and tiles, the mosaic is inspired by the diverse range of wildlife that can be found in the station garden 🐝🐞 #CommunityRail 041
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 03/02/2026Drumroll please...🥁 We’re pleased to announce #CommunityRailWeek will return from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 June 2026, supported once again by Rail Delivery Group 🎉 Get in touch with our comms team to find out how you can showcase your inspiring work 👉communityrail.org.ukCommunity Rail Week - Community Rail NetworkGet involved in our biggest annual campaign celebrating innovative projects and inspiring initiatives from across community rail. 053
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 31/01/2026Here's a great opportunity to help our #CommunityRail members develop and grow their community connections. Come and work with us at @communityrail.bsky.social ! Tea, cake and trains are all included ... if that's your thing too!! 011
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 23/01/2026We're so proud to see #CommunityRail once again featured in Siemens Mobility's social value report 🙌 Our partnership empowers Siemens employees to connect with our members and support community-driven railway initiatives. Discover more on Page 12 📩 assets.new.siemens.com/siemens/asse... 022
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 23/01/2026I don't think this picture needs any words! Well, OK. Just a couple .... #Wow #Splendid and ... what incredible work by UK Rail Leasing who have completed this work for us at @125.group. @todaysrailwaysuk.bsky.social @railfocus.bsky.social 4242
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 08/01/2026We're looking forward to watching 'Britain's Favourite Railway Stations', starting on More4 tonight at 9pm - even more so as the series features several #CommunityRail stations, including Lowestoft in tonight's episode! 📺youtube.comBritain's Favourite Railway Stations with Si King | Available 8th Jan on Channel 4Oh look someone dropped the link to subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Channel4?sub_confirmation=1 If you enjoyed this video then why not take a moment to like, subscribe, and… 073
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 01/01/2026Starting 2026 with a #CommunityRail beer - of course! Very nice brew as a collaboration between Popes Yard brewery and @abbeylinecrp.bsky.social. Cheers! 020
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/01/2026We would like to wish all of our wonderful members, partners, followers and friends a very Happy New Year 🥳 We're so excited to see what the year ahead brings and we can't wait to continue championing and empowering #CommunityRail with you throughout 2026 and beyond! ♥️ 📸 Community Rail Lancashire 021
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 25/10/2025#CommunityRail trails from stations come in so many different forms! Along the Heart of Wales Line, there are unique local makers, traders and businesses ready to be discovered - and all handily compiled in Heart of Wales Line CRP's guide 📝 #TracksAndTrailsheart-of-wales.co.ukHeart of Wales Line I Make and TradeAlong the Heart of Wales Line, there are innovative and unique makers and traders – local businesses that are deeply embedded in their communities. 044
Reposted by Paul WebsterScenic Rail Britain @scenicrailbritain.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Now it’s Paul’s turn, regions support manager @communityrail.bsky.social, sharing one of his favourite places to walk. Follow our #TracksAndTrails series to discover more team favourites throughout the day! 042
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 21/10/2025Shared this today at the @chilternrailways.bsky.social #CommunityRail conference. Let's make @communityrail.bsky.social even more incredible! @oxcrp.bsky.social @harryburr.bsky.social 021
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 10/10/2025Every year we turn our annual @communityrail.bsky.social conference over "to our members, by our members" #OpenSpace #Unconfernce style I look back with thanks to those who showed me this format @paulineroche.bsky.social @lornaprescott.bsky.social 😃 but think too of dear friends John P & Nick B 😢 140
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 07/10/2025Wow, what a fantastic selection of Open Platform topics our members came up with. The sessions this morning covered accessibility, the changing political landscape, diversification of funding and engaging schools on rail careers - to name just a few! #CommunityRail 012
Reposted by Paul WebsterEast Suffolk Lines @eastsuffolklines.co.uk · 07/10/2025We're here in #Nottingham for the annual @communityrail.bsky.social conference. 120 people have turned out from across Britain to share ideas about making the railway network more accessible, station adoption, rejuvenating redundant railway buildings, and boosting tourism by promoting rail travel. 062
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 27/09/2025It's all about this gentleman this weekend! #GeorgeStephenson #Railway200 #CommunityRail @railway200.bsky.social @communityrail.bsky.social Happy Birthday to the modern railway! 020
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 27/09/2025Today is a huge date in the 2025 calendar... 27 September marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway!🎉 We're so proud that #CommunityRail has played a central and inspiring role in the national celebrations 🚂 #Railway200youtube.com2025 Highlights so Far2025 is the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway. Britain and the world changed forever. Railway 200 celebrates the past, present and future of rail. Born in Britain, rail quickly… 194
Reposted by Paul WebsterScenic Rail Britain @scenicrailbritain.bsky.social · 27/09/2025The big day is here! 🗓️ 27 September marks 200 years since the birth of the modern railway 🎉 We're so proud to have joined our #CommunityRail family in showcasing scenic, greener journeys throughout the national celebrations 🚂 #Railway200 @railway200.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vMo...youtube.com2025 Highlights so FarYouTube video by Railway200 095
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/08/2025🎉 LAUNCH DAY 🥳 #DaysOutByRail is your ticket to unforgettable adventures across Britain, all by train! Throughout August, we’ll be sharing hidden gems and scenic spots from across #CommunityRail, perfect for exploring new places like a local 🚉 scenicrailbritain.com/campaigns/da... 012
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 28/07/2025Not sure which to pick as my favourite.... maybe @thebeautyoftransport.com or @mrtimdunn.bsky.social can help decide? Over the last week I've seen that Europe certainly knows how to 'do stations' that really announce their presence! @interraileu.bsky.social 160
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 27/07/2025Apparently it's all happening in #Basel this evening.... I was passing though there yesterday on my tour around European destinations and thought the station looked magnificent too. Ready for a big celebration! #TrainsAndFootballAreComingHome @seatsixtyone.bsky.social @thebeautyoftransport.com 040
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 07/07/2025Lovely to attend our @communityrail.bsky.social parliamentary reception today hosted by Helena Dollimore MP with Lord Peter Hendy & @southeastcrp.bsky.social guest speakers and to meet so many of our #CommunityRail members & supporters. What amazing support!! Great team here organising it all too! 040
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/07/2025“We couldn't have hoped for a better response from members, partners and the public during this year’s campaign.” For the latest edition of Rail Director, our interim chief executive looks back on our fifth and biggest #CommunityRailWeek yet 📝 Check it out 👇 issuu.com/raildirector...issuu.comRail Director June 2025Show submenu for "Read" sectionRead 012
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 26/06/2025We were thrilled to attend the launch of the #Railway200 exhibition train today! Starting tomorrow, 'Inspiration' will visit 60 locations across Britain over the next year to mark 200 years of the modern railway🚂 Learn more ↪️ @railway200.bsky.social www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/unique-... 063
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 12/06/2025Probably only @thebeautyoftransport.com or @doublearrow64.bsky.social will understand how giddy I felt when I saw this at Langho station today! Oh yes, full on Regional Railways and British Rail Community Unit. The railway doesn't get much* better than this! (*OK it does) @communityrail.bsky.social 171
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 31/05/2025Where did we go wrong? Visited our @communityrail.bsky.social friends at White Cliffs #CommunityRail Partnership yesterday for a great catch up. What a contrast. Sandwich station is lovely, oozing charm ... but oh Thanet Parkway, how bland! (Sorry!) @thebeautyoftransport.com 240
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 30/05/2025Passing through Ashford International today so made use of one of the more unusual #CommunityRail projects we have supported with @southeastcrp.bsky.social and @serailway.bsky.social ... the upcycled railway carriage seats! There should be more of these! @communityrail.bsky.social 050
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 28/05/2025#RailSafetyWeek is next month! 🚉 There are lots of ways #CommunityRail can get involved - why not host a station open day, organise a workshop or run a creative competition with young people, or just spread the word on social media? 🗯️railsafetyweek.orgRail Safety WeekRail Safety Week is an industry wide and industry led initiative focusing on rail safety for all. Whether your career lies within the rail industry, or whether you use the railways to get from A to… 032
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 25/05/2025Thank you so much for joining us during our fifth and biggest #CommunityRailWeek, sponsored by Rail Delivery Group 🫶 We hope you've been inspired to see just how much #CommunityRail does to boost wellbeing, amplify community voices and encourage more people to travel by train 💚 #Railway200 042
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 22/05/2025Day 4 of my #CommunityRailWeek was to Marston Vale #CommunityRail for the naming of @lnrailway.bsky.social train "Bletchley Codebreakers" followed by a tour of the Ridgmont station heritage centre. The work of the station adopters at Bletchley is very welcoming too! @bletchleypark.bsky.social 061
Reposted by Paul WebsterCommunity Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 21/05/202550% of Britain’s railway stations are ‘adopted’ by local communities 🤝 These volunteer groups help to bring people together, make stations welcoming and safe, and add value to communities 💙 What’s your favourite thing about your local station? #CommunityRailWeek #Railway200 034
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 21/05/2025It was good to see our @communityrail.bsky.social members promoting EcoEscapes in Lancashire and Cumbria today at their #CommunityRailWeek display in Manchester. Lots of interest! 032
Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 20/05/2025An enjoyable browse through the @railwayheritage.bsky.social display under the splendid York station roof. Great to see many examples of buildings restored for community use with @communityrail.bsky.social links. @southeastcrp.bsky.social @darentvalleycrp.bsky.social And this one too! .... 😉🍻 070