Volunteer Liaison Officer update

Dismantling of Peckett & Sons W6 steam engine No. 1722 “Rocket” for its 10 yearly overhaul continues with the ash pan now removed. The boiler plates and lagging have started to be taken off and stored.


Work has begun on MK2 TSO No 5221 to identify what maintenance and repairs are required. This coach will not be used during the season, but will be needed for the 2024 POLAR EXPRESS TM season


The MK2 TSOs that will be in use for the 2024 season have been deep cleaned ready for use.


The brakes have been tested on the TTA and RUDD wagons. Some additional work is required on the RUDD before it can enter traffic


More work has been done to the roof and sides of the Tram shed


The tram body panels continue to be prepared and painted


More seats have been assembled for the BSO coach No 9406


More pallets have been broken up to refill the wood store


Thanks to Doug, Marianj and Jacob for the additional information provided for this update.


Our latest video (a review of 2023) has been uploaded onto YouTube.


https://youtu.be/UtrRAtJ5udo?si=g4bhDqCfFcpUVg1B


We are asking our supporters to complete the following nomination form to hopefully receive a donation of £1000. The more nominations we receive, the more chance we have of getting it. It takes less than a couple of minutes to complete so please help us if you can


https://movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1003150&ct=heritage_arts#nominateACharity




Our website, www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk has been given an overhaul and now contains more up to date information about our railway, rolling stock, what to see and do, and special events. Tickets are on sale and already selling for our Fish and Chip specials, and Alice’s Adventures to Wonderland event on 5th, 6th and 7th April.


Please take a fresh look at our website and let us know what you think.


The railway reopens to the public on Sunday 31st March.


Our online shop has been revamped and enlarged to include railway books, take n play Thomas and Friends models, soft toys and other items for sale.


Please visit http://www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk/store/c44/Freight_Stop_Gift_Shop.html


We currently have an appeal to buy a new boiler for our narrow gauge steam tram. You can help us greatly by donating at


https://gofund.me/093e7130


As a thank you, we are offering rewards for certain levels of donations, although every single one is gratefully received and will help put our tram back into operation.


Please also consider supporting Telford Steam Railway through the Telford and Wrekin Community Lottery, which is open to anyone in the UK over 16 years old. This weekly draw gives you the opportunity to win prizes up to £25,000. Tickets cost £1 per week and 50p from each ticket sale goes directly to the railway.


Sign up at
https://www.twincl.co.uk/support/telford-steam-railway