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Paul Webster

@watfordgap.bsky.social
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I'm about people & communities in #CommunityRail as UK-wide Regions Support Manager at @CommunityRail.bsky.social. Also #tech4good & a @125.group do-er. Connector. Personal views only. Chesterfield... or on a train.

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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
They certainly are! (As I've discovered this week!) Spectacular views, castles, hidden tiny stations, big bridges, quirky villages, station to station walks, even some trains! What more could anyone want! @transportforwales.bsky.social #Cambrian @communityrail.bsky.social
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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Only 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...
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
We 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.
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Campaign for Better Transport @bettertransport.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Day 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.
Group of people posing at a Northern Rail event with Leeds-Settle-Carlisle route banner in background.Four people stand inside a train carriage near a window showing 'Settle & Carlisle 150' signage, holding a sign about sustainable transport week.
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
The 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
Photo on the left (courtesy of Community Rail Lancashire) shows a busy platform full of secondary school children waving at an Avanti West Coast train pulling into a station. The white and bright green text next to it, on a deep blue background, reads: “Community rail ensures everyone can access and enjoy rail travel. Journeys for All.” The white circular Community Rail Week logo sits at the bottom of the image, next to one that reads: "Sponsored by Rail Delivery Group."
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
I'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
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Community 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? 🗯️
Photo at the top (courtesy of Southeast Communities Rail Partnership) shows a group of people, including British Transport Police officers, stood outside Horsham Station during an event in Community Rail Week 2025. One of the people is holding up a ‘We’re proud to support Community Rail Week’ banner. On the graphic elements below, the white Community Rail Week logo sits between two bright green lines. The text, surrounded by bright green stars, reads: “Less than a week to go! Journeys for All. Sponsored by Rail Delivery Group.”
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
He urgently needs evacuation outside Gaza for treatment the family cannot afford. Every moment feels like goodbye. Even $5 could help save him, could give him another breath, another chance. Please, I beg you, don�t scroll past. Help this mother hold on to her son. Donate anything you can and share
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
He urgently needs evacuation outside Gaza for treatment the family cannot afford. Every moment feels like goodbye. Even $5 could help save him, could give him another breath, another chance. Please, I beg you, don�t scroll past. Help this mother hold on to her son. Donate anything you can and share
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Have 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...
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Tourism 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 🚉
Photo showing a colourful 'Welcome to Bridlington' banner at the station, composed of written information and photographs, ranging from archival to contemporary.Photo showing a colourful 'Yorkshire Coast Line Heritage' poster on the wall outside Bridlington Station.Photo showing the group of 12 people from Community Rail Network, community rail partnerships and station groups posing next to the 'Barrow Boy' statue at Bridlington Station.Photo showing someone travelling on a Northern train between Hull and Bridlington, using the Traxplorer app on one phone and taking a photo on another.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Not yet .... but with the real thing visible from the station who needs a sculpture 😉
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
We'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...
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Andy Burnham meets community rail leaders as Government launches ‘Better Connected’ strategy | RailBusinessDaily
Last 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...
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Oh #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
Chesterfield railway station with blue sky and purple train. New planters in the foreground
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Thanks for sharing! Know anyone interested?
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The Beauty of Transport @thebeautyoftransport.com · 29/03/2026
6 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.
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Latest stations added to site
Grange-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…
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Welcome! We don't mess around with extortionate prices here!
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Well 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
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Truely deserved @dominic-noades.bsky.social Thanks for all you do across Kent. @kentridergaz.bsky.social #CRA26 #CommunityRail
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Thanks! Each year larger and even more inspiring than before! communityrail.org.uk/hall-of-fame...
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2026 – Community Rail Network
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Being inspired by another amazing #CRA26 with the legends that are Richard Salkeld and Vicki Pupe #CommunityRail @communityrail.bsky.social @eastmidsrailway.bsky.social
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Get 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...
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Starting 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
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Looking 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!
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
What a spot! Still can't get my head around a premier train service with a freight engine and something from the Gatwick Express on the front! Enjoy.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Let's go for #CRA26 😊 ... See you in Derby tomorrow for lots of @communityrail.bsky.social goodness!
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The Beauty of Transport @thebeautyoftransport.com · 03/03/2026
Loads 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!)
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Check 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
Photo showing artist Anne Schwegmann-Fielding posing next to the vibrant mosaic in place on a wall at Westerfield Station. The piece includes butterflies, flowers, bumblebees and other insects.Photo showing artist Anne Schwegmann-Fielding and representatives from the Westerfield Station Adopters and East Suffolk Lines CRP posing next to the vibrant mosaic in place on a wall at Westerfield Station. Photo showing Westerfield Station volunteers Sandy and Yvonne visiting the workshop to see the roundel as it was being made.
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Drumroll 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.uk
Community Rail Week - Community Rail Network
Get involved in our biggest annual campaign celebrating innovative projects and inspiring initiatives from across community rail.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Here'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!!
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
It doesn't get as much airtime as the gold lettering ... so why not!?
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
We'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...
Photo showing two employees from Siemens Mobility taking part in a volunteering day at Mauldeth Road Station in 2025. The two employees are wearing orange hi-vis jackets and tending to a planter on the station platform.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Thank you! The Midland Mainline livery is absolutely stunning! Best privatisation HST livery IMHO!
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
I 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
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
We'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! 📺
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Britain's Favourite Railway Stations with Si King | Available 8th Jan on Channel 4
Oh 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…
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Starting 2026 with a #CommunityRail beer - of course! Very nice brew as a collaboration between Popes Yard brewery and @abbeylinecrp.bsky.social. Cheers!
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
We 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
Photo courtesy of Community Rail Lancashire showing a group of primary school children wearing blue uniforms, stood on a bridge looking and waving down at two Northern trains pulling into Accrington Station.
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Community 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 📝 #TracksAndTrails
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Heart of Wales Line I Make and Trade
Along the Heart of Wales Line, there are innovative and unique makers and traders – local businesses that are deeply embedded in their communities.
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Scenic Rail Britain @scenicrailbritain.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Now 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!
Graphic for Paul, regions support manager at Community Rail Network sharing his favourite walk. 'One which brings back childhood memories and which I still visit, is the first section of the Steel Cotton Rail Trail from Sheffield to Dore & Totley. A walk through both urban redevelopment, green spaces, parks and woods, it's also a walk of anticipation and ambition to press on further and explore the delights of Derbyshire and the Hope Valley.'
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Shared this today at the @chilternrailways.bsky.social #CommunityRail conference. Let's make @communityrail.bsky.social even more incredible! @oxcrp.bsky.social @harryburr.bsky.social
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Every 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 😢
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Wow, 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
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East Suffolk Lines @eastsuffolklines.co.uk · 07/10/2025
We'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.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
It's all about this gentleman this weekend! #GeorgeStephenson #Railway200 #CommunityRail @railway200.bsky.social @communityrail.bsky.social Happy Birthday to the modern railway!
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Community Rail Network @communityrail.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Today 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 🚂 #Railway200
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2025 Highlights so Far
2025 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…
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Scenic Rail Britain @scenicrailbritain.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
The 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...
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2025 Highlights so Far
YouTube video by Railway200
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Community 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...
Campaign graphic. In a light green colour are castles, hills and buildings, and 'Days Out by Rail' written in the middle. The two photos at the top show families waving at trains and looking out the window on their journeys.
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Yes, on my travels I did think of all those conversations we'd had about European stations! Milan just seems to keep opening up as you go deeper through it! I like the overall presence & undercroft of Rotterdam. Also special mention for Strasbourg (or do I mean Kings Cross... 😉)
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Not 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
Inside Antwerp station Exterior of Rotterdam Centraal stationInterior of Milan Centrale station Front of Paris Nord station with Metro entrance
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Paul Webster @watfordgap.bsky.social · 27/07/2025
Apparently 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
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