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Championing the community rail movement 🙌
Connecting people and their railways 🫂
Creating inclusive, empowered, sustainable, healthy communities 🌍💚
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#RaceEqualityWeek is an annual global movement to renew hope, inspire progress and keep the momentum going in addressing race inequality.

#CommunityRail is all about ensuring everyone across different communities feels empowered to travel sustainably, safely and confidently 🙌
February 6, 2026 at 7:04 AM
Working on the railway and in communities, we recognise how important it is to talk and listen.

Talking about mental health isn't easy, but a conversation has the power to change lives.

Check in with those around you this #TimeToTalk Day🤍
Time to Talk Day - Mind
The next Time To Talk Day is on 5 February 2026. Download our resources, and find out how to start a life changing conversation about mental health.
www.mind.org.uk
February 5, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Are you thinking about where your next #DaysOutByRail might take you? 💭

Our website has a whole host of blogs waiting for you 🙌

So, get settled in your cosy space, grab your favourite drink and find inspiration for your next scenic rail adventure 🚉
Inspiration - Scenic Rail Britain
Inspiration Archive - Scenic Rail Britain
scenicrailbritain.com
February 4, 2026 at 7:58 AM
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The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is opening in the West End – a musical about an ordinary man who walks 600 miles to save a dying friend. We've created 2 free London walks inspired by his journey. Follow the routes & get a £10 ticket discount in-app. 🎭🚶🏻‍♀️ https://shorturl.at/vZKkj
January 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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🚆 Looking for inspiration along the #AbbeyLine?
Visit our website for everything you need to make the most of the line and our local community! 💚
Take a look ➡️ abbeylinecommunityrail.org.uk/
#TravelInfo #DaysOutByRail #AbbeyLineTrail #CommunityProjects
Abbey Line Community Rail Partnership
The Abbey Line runs from Watford Junction, to St Albans Abbey. The line is supported by the Abbey Line Community Rail Partnership, established in June 2005
abbeylinecommunityrail.org.uk
February 4, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Big adventures don't mean big carbon. The Night of Adventure will show what's possible when you don't fly!

This is our BIG fundraiser to support Flight Free UK while giving maximum travel inspiration 🤩

🗓️ 19th March
⏰ 7pm
📍 London or online
Book now: www.tickettailor.com/events/fligh...
February 4, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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One of our Community Cycle Clubs, Brighton’s Multicultural Women’s Cycle Club, is changing who cycling is for 🚲🧡

A women-only space where confidence grows, skills are built, and community takes shape.

cyclinguk.org/cycle-club-bmw
February 4, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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Thanks to the Settle & Carlisle Partnership for inviting us to join them at the launch of their 150th anniversary celebrations in Settle. We’ve supported them with many grants and have just approved a new grant to assist their planned work at Ribblehead Station.
February 4, 2026 at 8:48 PM
The #CommunityRail movement is passionate about making rail travel accessible and inclusive for all.

This includes a range of initiatives aimed at helping LGBTQ+ people to feel seen, safe and supported at stations and when travelling by train 🌈 #LGBTHistoryMonth

📸 Tyne Valley CRP & Queer Cumbria.
February 4, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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 👉
Community Rail Week - Community Rail Network
Get involved in our biggest annual campaign celebrating innovative projects and inspiring initiatives from across community rail.
communityrail.org.uk
February 3, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Did you know that many places in Halifax have been used as filming locations in TV shows such as Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack?

Take a trip along the Calder Valley Line to be transported from rails to reels on your next #DaysOutByRail 📽️
Calder Valley Line - Scenic Rail Britain
Take a journey through the heart of West Yorkshire as you explore the Calder Valley Line.
scenicrailbritain.com
January 31, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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We want your views about the #TyneValleyRailway #timetable. We strive to provide a voice for #communities & to help us understand if the latest timetable for #Carlisle to/from #Newcastle meets #railtravel needs, please complete the short survey at tinyurl.com/4ahysw2r
#communityrail #traintimes
February 3, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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We're here at Greater Anglia #Colchester along with our friends from Essex & South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership inside 'Inspiration', the @railway200.bsky.social exhibition train. Free tickets are still available. The train is here today 3/2, tomorrow 4/2, then Clacton Thur 5/2 & Fri 6/2.
February 3, 2026 at 2:27 PM
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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!!
We're #hiring! 📢

We are seeking an experienced individual to help us deliver a productive, empowering, needs-orientated programme of training and development activities for #CommunityRail groups.

Find out more and apply 👉
Job vacancies - Community Rail Network
Work with us! Check out our vacancies here.
communityrail.org.uk
January 31, 2026 at 12:35 PM
It's #WorldHijabDay, a chance to celebrate and empower the millions of Muslim women who choose to wear hijab 🧕

Every year, #CommunityRail Lancashire delivers events that educate people on the meaning of hijab as well as establish stations as safe, inclusive spaces ❤️
February 1, 2026 at 8:29 AM
We're #hiring! 📢

We are seeking an experienced individual to help us deliver a productive, empowering, needs-orientated programme of training and development activities for #CommunityRail groups.

Find out more and apply 👉
Job vacancies - Community Rail Network
Work with us! Check out our vacancies here.
communityrail.org.uk
January 31, 2026 at 6:51 AM
Earlier this month, we hosted a session where our #CommunityRail members shared insights from their initiatives for #WhiteRibbonDay and addressing gender-based travel barriers.

Watch the recording and access the resources here ⬇️
Gender-based barriers to travel and White Ribbon Day showcase - Community Rail Network
Community Rail Awards 2025 now open for Entries! Click here to read more.
communityrail.org.uk
January 29, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Exciting news - our next tourism and leisure campaign starts on Monday 9 February! 🪩

For two weeks, we'll be shining a spotlight on how #CommunityRail groups support inclusive, accessible #DaysOutByRail.

Get involved with #AccessibleAdventures here ↪️ communityrail.org.uk/accessible-a...
January 29, 2026 at 7:26 AM
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A mosaic roundel was unveiled today @ Westerfield station. Adopter Sandy Burn came up with the idea. Entitled 'Pollinators,' it features a butterfly/wasp/hoverfly/bumblebee/beetle/moth & is inspired by wildlife seen in the station garden. It's made of old crockery/tiles.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Our members in England can apply to the Small Grants Fund 💷

Unaccredited CRPs and community station members can apply for up to £2,500, and station friends, adopters and small groups up to £1,000.

Visit our website to find all the application details 👇
Funding available through Community Rail Network - Community Rail Network
We administer a number of grant schemes on behalf of national and regional government and some train operators.
communityrail.org.uk
January 28, 2026 at 3:08 PM
The bicentenary year itself might be over, but there is still plenty of exciting #Railway200 activity going on across Britain!

Six new tour dates and destinations have been announced today for the 'Inspiration' exhibition train 🚂

Book your ticket 🎟️ railway200.co.uk/Inspiration/
Welcome to Inspiration
Discover the past, present and future of railways on our incredible exhibition train, Inspiration, touring Britain from 27 June 2025
railway200.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Find your next journey on our website 🔎

Simply select your desired:
👍 interests
🗺️ region
⏰ trip length

And we'll do the rest - providing you with all the ideas and inspiration you'll need for your next #DaysOutByRail 🚊
Find your next journey - Scenic Rail Britain
Select your interests, region, and desired trip length (this does not include the time it may take you to reach the scenic rail line). Or search using a keyword like "coast". The map will update as…
scenicrailbritain.com
January 27, 2026 at 7:01 AM
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The next FREE station walk is this Sat 31/1 @ 10.35 - Brampton to Halesworth. 5 miles - 2.5 hours. Belle Grove Farm and its dragon, stops @ The Racehorse Community Pub Westhall and Halesworth Airfield (Holton) Museum. No need to book - Dogs welcome! Thanks to @suffolksnaps.bsky.social for the photo!
January 27, 2026 at 11:35 AM
On #HolocaustMemorialDay, people come together to learn more about the past, honour survivors and take action to create a safer future.

Every year, Lowestoft Central Project and Wherry Lines CRP commemorate their town's role in providing a place of safety for evacuees 🕊️
January 27, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Our #Accessibility report, sponsored by Rail Delivery Group, highlights how the work of #CommunityRail partnerships and station groups breaks down barriers for those who might otherwise feel excluded or marginalised from rail.

Read the report here ➡️ communityrail.org.uk/wp-content/u...
January 26, 2026 at 4:43 PM