Yorkshire Dales Explorer 21 June 2025
Three walks this Saturday but whatever you are thinking of doing please carry some water – it is going to be a hot one!
Wrong Tracks To Rufford Primary School
Ne book the ‘Wrong Tracks’ actually on the right tracks for Rufford Primary. Posted 16.06.25
CRL Wins At Hyndburn Business Awards
Community Rail Lancashire takes first place in the not-for-profit category at the Hyndburn Business awards. Posted 14.06.25
The Bentham Line Celebrates 175 Years
The Leeds-Morecambe Community Rail Partnership celebrated the 175th anniversary of the opening of the railway between Leeds and Morecambe. Posted 10.06.25
Yorkshire Dales Explorer’s 1st Anniversary
June 6, 2025, Yorkshire Dales Explorer celebrates first year, bringing thousands to the Dales. Posted 07.06.25
Two Summer Festivals In Accrington
Two festivals in the centre of Accrington this month – get there by train! Posted 02.06.25
CRL & Community Rail Week 2025
A busy week for Community Rail Lancashire during Community Rail Week 2025. Posted 27.05.25
Community Rail Week 2025 Draws To A Close
Final two events for CRL to bring Community Rail Week 2025 to a close. Posted 25.05.25
Explore The Forest Of Bowland By Rail & Bus
New sustainable tourism itineraries make it easier to explore the Forest of Bowland by rail and bus. Posted 25.05.25
More CRWeek 2025 Updates
Tremendous stage show by Gare du Nord Theatre Group in the CRL bunker. Posted 23.05.25
Yorkshire Dales Explorer 24 May 2025
Two guided walks led by the Lancashire Rail Ramblers this week, both starting at Ribblehead (bus fare extra). Posted 21.05.25
Community Rail Week 2025 Update
Two days of exciting workshops and a new service launch from Bradford to London gets Community Rail Week underway. Posted 21.05.25
Start of Community Rail Week 2025
Community Rail Week 2025 gets off to a good start on what will be very busy week for CRL. Posted 19.05.25
WoLCRP Annual General Meeting 2025
A well attended live meeting in Southport confirmed the re-election of the existing officers. Posted 12.05.25
Squires Gate Quarterly Update April 25
The Friends of Squires Gate station look after the public platform and also the disused platform under licence from Network Rail. Posted 29.04.25
Railway Stalwart Remembered At Brierfield
Tributes paid to Derek Jennings, a keen station adopter and railway campaigner. Posted 28.04.25
CL&ELCRPs Annual General Meeting
A well attended Annual General meeting of the Clitheroe Line & East Lancashire Line CRPs. Posted 22.04.25
Colne Rhythm & Blues Festival Wins
Colne Rhythm & Blues Festival is ‘Best’ Blues based festival in UK 2024. Posted 18.04.25
Guided And Self Guide Walks
As Spring seems to have sprung why not get out o a guided or self-guide walk using the train to get to the start of each walk? Posted 17.04.25
Final Compost Bin Installed At St. Annes
Friends group aim to be self-sufficient in producing their own eco friendly compost. Posted 24.03.25
CRL Annual Report 2024
Packed with reports and photographs of the work carried by the CRL team. Posted 20.03.25
Community Rail Lancashire Generic Leaflet
Find out about Community Rail Lancashire and our work in a brand new leaflet. Posted 17.03.25
A Picturesque Railway Journey
The Clitheroe Line – A Picturesque Railway Journey exhibition launched in Blackburn Market. Posted 17.03.25
Yorkshire Dales Explorer Takes Silver Place
A second place for the Yorkshire Dales Explorer at the prestigious national Community Rail Awards held in Newcastle. Posted 14.3.25
My Whole Self Day 11 March 2025
CRL Joins in My Whole Self Day with a number of MWS Selfies. Posted 11.03.25
FGFT Best Practice Paper
Best Practice Paper published for the very successful Fell Good Field Trips project. Posted 27.02.25
New Pilot To Innovate Disability Training
New Project to Pilot Innovation in Disability Training for Rail Staff. Posted 27.02.25
Lancashire In 50 Objects – Roman Gemstones
An interesting exhibition with artifacts from the Roman Bathhouse in Ribchester – use the first return Yorkshire Dales Explorer to visit the museum. Posted 17.02.25
Fylde Ice Festival in St. Anne’s
The FYLDE ICE FESTIVAL is taking place in St Anne’s on Sea, on Saturday 15th Feb from 10am to 4pm. Posted 03.02.25
CRL Staff Elected to CRN Board
Community Rail Lancashire congratulate Shahiesta & Catherine on their successful election to the Community Rail Network Board. Posted 29.01.25
Stations Of Welcome Featured On TV
Accrington station’s adoption group have recently appeared on BBC’s flagship religious affairs programme, Sunday Morning Live. Posted 27.01.25
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting 20 January ’25
A well attended Quarterly Meeting of the West of Lancashire Community Rail Partnership. Posted 27.01.25
Feel Good Field Trips Celebrated
A great day out at the Houses of Parliament celebrating the success of the Avanti West Coast Feel Good Field Trips. Posted 14.01.25
RNIB/CRN On Track Project Recruiting
RNIB & CRN recruiting for a new project called ‘On Track for Inclusive Train Travel’ Posted 14.01.25
More CRDF Success For CRL Projects
Two project that will help celebrate 200 years of the railway in the UK. Posted 14.01.25
Tracks To Trails Grant Success For CRL
A project to develop ‘Wellbeing Walks’ from the Clitheroe Line into the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. Posted 20.12.24
Travelling With Confidence – A New Project
A major new initiative to help disabled people who lack the confidence to use the railway. Posted 17.02.24
New Guided Walks Programmes Published
Winter and spring 2025 guided walks programmes published and available for download. Posted 16.12.24
Exciting New Opportunity With CRL
Exciting new opportunity at Community Rail Lancashire for a Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Officer. Posted 15.11.24
CRL Successes in Shortlist for CRA25
CRL and partners go four for four on the shortlist for the 2025 Community Rail Awards. Posted 11.12.24
Friends Of Stations Quarterly Updates
Two reports showcasing the continuing excellent work being carried out by the Friends of Stations volunteers. Posted 09.12.24
Hyndburn Greenway Artwork Unveiled
Church & Oswaldtwistle to Accrington and Beyond – By Train, Foot & Bicycle artwork officially unveiled. Posted 06.12.24
Community Development Officer Opportunity
A job opportunity for a Community Development Officer with Rocket 2030 & Liverpool to Manchester CRP. Posted 03.12.24
Re-accreditation Confirmed By DfT
CRL and the four CRPs all successfully re-accredited by the Department for Transport. Posted 02.12.24
Vital Bus Services In Accrington Revamped
Some bus services in Accrington have been revamped and will now serve Accrington Railway Station (Eagle Street). Posted 19.11.24
North West In Bloom Awards 2024
Friends of Stations Groups win in the North West in Bloom ‘It’s Yor Neighbourhood’ Awards 2024. Posted 19.11.24
A Rail Linked Walk From Entwistle Station
A self-guide walk around Entwistle/Turton and Wayoh reservoirs starting at Entwistle station. Posted 29.10.24
Events & Places Of Interest By Rail
Some events and places of interest accessible by rail across the CRL area. Posted 29.10.24
SFLCRP Quarterly Meeting October 2024
South Fylde Line CRP quarterly meeting update. Posted 28.10.24
‘outside it is beautiful’ on The Bentham Line
A brand-new community-focused digital audio stories project along the Bentham Line. Posted 28.10.24
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting October 2024
West of Lancashire CRP Quarterly Management Group meeting report. Posted 26.10.24
Maghull Triumphs In Best In World Station
Maghull Station Triumphs as Britain’s Best in the World Cup of Stations 2024. Posted 26.10.24
CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting October 2024
Details of the quarterly meeting of the Joint Clitheroe Line & East Lancashire Line CRPs. Posted 24.10.24
Preston Platforms 3C & 4C
Remote part of Preston station gets a make over. Posted 22.10.24
Fun & Festivity At Bentham Station
The Friends of Bentham & Mytholmroyd Stations celebrate two anniversaries. Posted 21.10.24
Talk To Walk To Run Burscough To Rufford
A leisurely autumn stroll from station to station in West Lancashire. Posted 21.10.24
Revised Walks Leaflets Published
Four South Fylde Line self-guide walks leaflets updated and reprinted. Posted 16.10.24
Fylde Coast Ale Trail
A new ale trail taking in the tram from Fleetwood and the train on part of the South Fylde Line. Posted 12.10.24
CRDF Grant Successes For CRL
Two grants awarded from the Community Rail Development Fund. Posted 30.09.24
Rail Linked Walks Around Burnley
Two short films showing walks around Burnley accessible by train. Posted 30.09.24
A Platform For Safety
Raising awareness of safeguarding across the West Coast Main Line route from Glasgow to London. Posted 26.09.24
YDE Guided Walks Autumn & Winter 2024
An autumn & winter programme of guided walks led by the Friends of the Settle-Carlisle Line. Posted 17.09.24
Rail Linked Walk To Martin Mere
Walk safely to Martin Mere Wetland Centre from Burscough Bridge station. Posted 10.09.24
Consultation On Accrington Bus Changes
Your chance to comment on the proposed changes to buses in the Accrington area. Posted 06.09.24
Veterans Walking Football Charity Event
A 24 Hour Charity Event to raise money for the schools attended by the three young girls tragically killed in Southport. Posted 04.09.24
Clitheroe Clog Weekend
See clog dancing exhibitions and competitions in the heart of the Ribble Valley. Posted 03.09.24
Friends of Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station
Northern welcomes a new station adoption group for the South Fylde Line’s busiest station. Posted 03.9.24
Moss Side Artwork Refreshed – An Update
Bambi & Hector join the colourful artwork on the fence at Moss Side station. Updated 03.09.24
Bowland Life Through A Lens 2024
Photography competition across the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. Posted 30.08.24
Railway Will Close As M62 Bridge Replaced
The replacement of the Castleton Bridge over the M62 will see the railway closed between Manchester and Rochdale. Posted 27.08.24
YDE Is A ‘Grand’ Service!
The Yorkshire Dales Explorer has exceeded 1000 passengers since its start in June 2024. Posted 26.08.24
Farewell Tour For Old Merseyrail Fleet
Merseyrail’s Class 507 fleet to go out in style with two special farewell tours. Posted 27.08.24
DARE To Settle!!
Yes they did ‘dare’ to travel and had a great day in Settle. Posted 26.08.24
St. Anne’s International Kite Festival
The award winning International Kite Festival returns to the beaches of St. Anne’s this September and is easily accessible by train! Posted 20.08.24
Mere Sands Wood Upcoming Events
Three upcoming events at Mere Sands Wood suitable for children and accessible by rail with a short walk. Posted 16.08.24
Up Coming Events Across The CRL Area
Some events that you can access easily by rail across the Community Rail Lancashire area. Posted 14.08.24
Accrington College & Stations Of Welcome
Rail Maintenance Students Collaborate with Accrington Station of Welcome Group to Enhance Eco Station. Posted 14.08.24
St. Annes Quarterly Update July
The Friends of St. Anne’s-on-the-Sea Station continue their excellent work. Posted 14.08.24
Ansdell & Fairhaven Quarterly Update July
The Friends of Ansdell & Fairhaven Railway Station publish their quarterly report for July 2024. Posted 12.08.24
Community Rail Network Statement
Community Rail Network statement on fascist riots. Posted 12.08.24
Squires Gate Quarterly Update July 2024
A quarterly report from the Friends of Squires Gate Station covering both the public and disused platforms. Posted 06.08.24
South Fylde Line CRDF Success
Self guided walks leaflets to be updated and reprinted. Posted 30.07.24
Kirkham & Wesham History Poster Unveiled
Another in the series of station history poster unveiled in glorious sunshine. Posted 30.07.24
CRDF Funding Secured By CRL
Projects on the Clitheroe Line and the East Lancashire Line supported by successful grant applications. Posted 27.07.24
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting July 2024
A successful, well attended quarterly meeting of the West of Lancashire Community Rail Partnership. Posted 23.07.24
Biodiversity Along the Bentham Line
Year in Industry student project comes to a successful conclusion on the Bentham Line. Posted 22.07.24
CL&ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting July 2024
An interesting and well attended quarterly meeting of the joint Clitheroe Line & East Lancs Line CRPs. Posted 15.07.24
Merseyrail 3 Peaks Team Smash Charity Target
Seven strong team from Merseyrail successfully complete the national three peaks challenge and raise £11,900 for the Railway Children Charity. Posted 09.07.24
Festival of Archaeology
Two weeks of archaeology to be discovered at Clitheroe Castle Museum. Posted 09.07.24
Steeton And Silsden Artwork Installed
New colourful piece of art work has been unveiled by learners from the Ostlers School in Bradford & Keighley. Posted 02.07.24
Rail Tickets During Lytham Festival
St. Annes-on-the-Sea booking open additional hours during the Lytham Festival. Posted 01.07.24
The Great Get Together 2024
A trip to Hebden Bridge to celebrate the life and thoughts of Jo Cox MP. Posted 01.07.24
All Aboard – Destination London
Oswaldtwistle school’s ‘Feel Good Field Trip’ to London. Posted 01.07.24
To Accrington By Train, Foot & Bicycle
Year 5 Rotakid pupils at Oswaldtwistle St Andrew’s CE Primary School start a new project to be displayed on the Hyndburn Greenway. Posted 25.06.24
Ken Roberts (1929-2024)
Award-winning photographer and founder member of Ribble Valley Rail passes away at 95. Posted 17.06.24
Kirkham & Wesham History Poster
A new poster in the series of station history posters had just been published. Posted 17.06.24
Celebrations Galore
Successful launch of new Yorkshire Dales Explorer service. Posted 12.06.24
West Meets East 29 May 2024
A successful day for a West meets East excursion to Accrington station. Posted 10.06.24
An Invitation To Explore The Yorkshire Dales
A new service between Rochdale, Manchester, Bolton, Blackburn, the Ribble Vaaley and Ribblehead to start this weekend.
A Busy Community Rail Week For CRL
National Community Rail Week 2024 celebrated across Lancashire, West Yorkshire & Merseyside. Posted 25.05.24
Soulful Days Out Celebration
A fantastic day at the Brief Encounter Cafe & Carnforth Heritage Centre to celebrate the Soulful days Out project, and now with Best Practice Paper. Posted 28.03.24
A Railway To Clitheroe
An illustrated talk about the campaign to reinstate the passenger rail service between Blackburn & Clitheroe. Posted 21.05.24
Community Rail Week In Lancashire
National Community Rail Week sees CRPs, Friends Groups and others getting involved in promoting community rail and rail travel in general. Posted 14.05.24
Bentham Line Stations Rail Travel Recovery
Rural stations along the Bentham Line (Leeds – Morecambe) are leading the way in recovery in rail passenger numbers. Posted 14.05.24
Ansdell & Fairhaven Spring Update 2024
The Friends of Ansdell & Fairhaven Station have published their Spring 2024 report. Posted 10.05.24
Hyndburn Windfall Fund Success
Windfall fund supports sustainable travel project along the Hyndburn Greenway between Church & Oswaldtwistle and Accrington stations. Posted 01.05.24
Friends of Squires Gate Quarterly Update
Friends of Stations report on public and disused platforms at Squires Gate. Posted 29.04.24
Clitheroe Line & East Lancs CRPs AGM
The Joint CL& ELCRPs held a successful AGM including the reelection of officers. Posted 22.04.24
No Hurdles For Grand National Racegoers
A great day out for racegoers using Merseyrail services to get to & from the Grand National. Posted 16.04.24
Late Change To CRL Guided Walk
Starting point of this Saturday’s walk moved to Euxton Balshaw Lane station due to poor underfoot conditions. Posted 11.04.24
Yorkshire Dales Explorer Walks Published
Two guided walks programmes published ahead of the new Yorkshire Dales Explorer service starting in June. Posted 09.04.24
Huncoat Station Footbridge Closed For Repairs
Temporary closure to carry out essential repairs to this footbridge. The alternative is to use the vehicle level crossing. Posted 09.04.24
CRL Shortlisted For Women In Rail Award
Shortlisting and nomination in two 2024 awards. Posted 08.04.24
Bentham Line Success In National Awards
Winner in the ‘Community Creative Projects and Station Arts’ category at the national Community Rail Awards 2024. Posted 25.03.24” award.
Success At The Community Rail Awards 2024
Three firsts and a second for CRL and its partners, Posted 19.03.24
100 More Women 100 More Journeys
Another hundred stories from women who work in the rail industry or who travel by rail, launched on International Women’s Day! Posted 17.03.24
40 Bags of Litter And Other Rubbish Collected
Great British Spring Clean along the Hyndburn Greenway. Posted 12.03.24
Feel Good Field Trips Reach 2,500 Milestone
Avanti West Coast’s Feel Good Field Trips reach 2,500 milestone. Posted 12.03.24
A Walk From Burscough To Martin Mere
A new film in the ‘Explore Lancashire by Rail’ series by Huckleberry Films for CRL has just been launched. Posted 04.03.24
CRL Annual Report 2023
The Community Rail Lancashire 2023 Annual Report has been published explaining all the work we have done over the last 12 months. Posted 01.03.24
Speakers Art Fund Bid Success
Pupils from St Andrew’s CE Primary School, Oswaldtwistle to be involved in an art project to be displayed along the Hyndburn Greenway. Posted 27.02.24
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting January 2024
Another well attended CRP Management Group Meeting. Posted 25.02.24
Blackpool South Track Litter Pick
Nine bags of rubbish and a traffic cone! Posted 20.02.24
Preston Station History Poster Unveiled
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School student writes text for Preston station history poster. Posted 12.02.24
Soulful Days Out With Community Rail Cumbria
Two trips on the Furness Line see the start to a new collaborative project between Community Rail Cumbria and Community Rail Lancashire. Posted 12.02.24
CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting January 2024
The latest Activity Plan, performance, station adoption and more discussed at a well attended meeting. Posted 06.02.24
Friends Of Ansdell & Fairhaven Update Jan 2024
A very productive last quarter of 2023 for this active group on the South Fylde Line. Posted 05.02.24
World Hijab Day 2024 – Preston Station
Community Rail Lancashire, Avanti West Coast, Northern Railway & TransPennine express celebrated World Hijab Day on Preston station. Posted 03.02.24
Squires Gate Quarterly Update January 2024
Unfortunately, activities since the last update in October have been seriously affected by the adverse weather conditions and as a result, we have not been able to do as much as we would have liked. However, our Licence for Platform 2 was renewed following a visit and tour with Andy Griffin (Network Rail). In early […]
SFLCRP Quarterly Meeting January 2024
A well attended online meeting that discussed the latest activity on the South Fylde Line. Posted 24.01.24
Successful Day With Ribble Valley Live Steamers
Ribble Valley Live Steamers, a local model railway engineering club, provide entertainment despite of the weather! Posted 23.01.24
Southport Nine Day Blockade
Essential engineering work will see trains replaced by buses during a 9 day blockade. Posted 23.01.24
Your Station Needs You
Would you like help a station partnership or even adopt a station yourself? Then read on. Posted 22.01.24
Try The Train
Successful Try The Train project celebrated with publication of Best Practice paper. Posted 16.01.24
New Artwork Installed At Accrington Eco Station
New art work to promote eco themes of station installed at Accrington station platform 1. Posted 16.01.24
On Track Exhibition To Close Soon
Successful On Track Exhibition at Clitheroe Castle Museum to close after nearly twelve months. Posted 09.01.24
Lancashire Rail Service Improvements
Key rail services connecting Lancashire with Manchester and Yorkshire could look in the future with an injection of investment. Posted 19.12.23
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year
The team here at CRL wish you all a very merry festive season and all the best for a successful 2024. Posted 19.12.23
Community Rail Awards 2024 Shortlistings
Community Rail Lancashire, Partners & other local CRPs shortlisted for national awards ceremony. Posted 13.12.23
Feel Good Field Trips Shortlisted For Award
Avanti West Coast Feel Good Field Trip project has been shortlisted for the Spotlight Rail Awards. Posted 11.12.23
Through Here To Martin Mere
Local school has made an artistic feature of the walking access off Burscough Bridge Station Platform One to Martin Mere – The route now can’t be missed! Posted 07.12.23
CRL & CRPs Gain Reaccreditation
Community Rail Lancashire pleased to learn that it has achieved reaccreditation from the Department of Transport. Posted 04.12.23
Over 2000 Students Feeling Good
Avanti West Coast’s ‘Feel Good Field Trips’ Initiative Celebrates Remarkable Milestone, Impacting 2000 Children in 2023. Posted 30.11.23
CRL Guided Walk Cancelled
The CRL guided walk due to take place on Saturday 25 November has unfortunately had to be cancelled. Posted 23.11.23
Winter Dales Railcard Offer
Save money on trips on the Leeds to Carlisle & Leeds to Morecambe routes this winter. Posted 21.11.23
New Artwork To Promote Sustainable Station
Accrington station to get artwork to show it’s sustainable features. Posted 13.11.23
Travel Through Time With New Station Artwork
Parbold station displays its history from the 1950s. Posted 07.11.23
Integrated Sustainable Travel Grant Awarded
Grant awarded to the East Lancashire CRP for a sustainable travel project in Accrington. Posted 06.11.23
Friends Groups Create Remembrance Line
Fitting tributes created and displayed by the Friends of Stations groups along the Fylde Coast. Posted 04.11.23
CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting October 2023
A well attended online meeting with informative presentations. Posted 30.10.23
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting October 2023
A successful meeting held online with updates by CRL, Northern and Friends of Stations. Posted 28.10.23
Squires Gate October Update
Plenty of activity at Squires Gate station in this report. Posted 25.10.23
Friends Of Stations Success
RHS Outstanding Award for tge Friends of St. Anne’s Station. Posted 19.10.23
Headbolt Lane – You Can See The Join
Britain’s newest station opens and sees the news battery technology trains in use. Posted 10.10.23
Headbolt Lane Station Opens
Headbolt Lane station in Kirkby opens to Merseyrail services. Posted 07.10.23
SFLCRP Quarterly Meeting September 2023
An online meeting held Thursday 21st September 2023. Posted 03.10.23
Steam To Green
It’s ‘full steam ahead’ for Year 8 pupils at The Hollins, Accrington – showcasing the history of the railway from its start to an ever greener future! Posted 02.10.23
Ansdell & Fairhaven Update
Friends of Station group report on their fantastic work at Ansdell & Fairhaven station. Posted 25.09.23
This Is Us!
Colourful artwork by Rotakids displayed at Church & Oswaldtwistle railway station. Posted 19.09.23
Northern Flash Sale
Northern’s Flash Sale starts today – act quickly when they are gone they are gone! Posted 04.09.23
Sounds Of The Railway
Listen to some sounds of the railway that you may hear on your journey. Posted 04.09.23
Merseyrail First For Family-Friendly Journeys
Rail operator Merseyrail has been named as number one for family-friendly rail journeys. Posted 03.09.23
Lifeboats Showcased At St. Annes-On-The-Sea
The Friends of St. Annes-on-the-Sea station celebrate with the local lifeboat crew. Posted 22.08.23
On Track Exhibition Extended To January 2024
Fascinating look at the history of railways in Lancashire in the beautiful setting of Clitheroe Castle. Posted 21.08.23
WoLCRP Quarterly Meeting July 2023
Another well attended meeting held on Thursday 6th July 2023. Posted 08.08.23
The Bentham Line AGM
The Leeds, Morecambe CRP – The Bentham Line celebrate another successful year at their Annual General Meeting. Posted 08.08.23
Joint CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting July 2023
A well attended meeting held Wednesday 19th July 2023. Posted 01.08.23
SFLCRP Quarterly Meeting July 2023
An online meeting held on Tuesday 25th July 2023. Posted 31.07.23
Squires Gate Station Friends July Update
The Friends of Squires Gate station carry on their great work on both the public and disused platforms at the station. Posted 31.07.23
St Anne’s Station Cycle Shelter Celebration
Join the South Fylde Line CRP and RNLI for a free celebratory event at St. Anne’s railway station and at the lifeboat station. Posted 25.0723
Love To Ride September 2023
Colourful posters designed to get encourage people to get out on their bikes. Posted 25.07.23
AUTISM-FRIENDLY AWARD – SUCCESS
Community Rail Lancashire has been granted the Autism Friendly Award by the National Autistic Society. Posted 11.07.23
Church & Oswaldtwistle – This Is Us
Rotakids create highlights from Church & Oswaldtwistle for art work project. Posted 23.06.23
Karen & Dave Summit The National 3 Peaks
Yr Wyddfa, Scafell Pike & Ben Nevis conquered by Team Arlo. Posted 23.06.23
Lifeboats And Bikes Ahoy
A great opportunity to link the RNLI and the railway at St. Anne’s. Posted 17.06.23
Merseyrail Manager Awarded BEM
Sally Ralston, Community involvement Manager at Merseyrail has been recognised in the inaugural King’s Birthday Honours list, receiving a British Empire Medal. Posted 17.06.23
Dementia Action With The Bentham Line
Bentham Line active during Dementia Action Week. Posted 13.06.23
Destination Wellbeing
Fifth cohort of Year in Industry students start new project on the Bentham Line. Posted 13.06.23
Award For Community Rail Chairman
Leeds-Morecambe CRP Chair gets legacy award for community contributions above and beyond. Posted 13.06.23
Impressive Flowers At Church & Oswaldtwistle
View the impressive display of flowers on the platforms at Church & Oswaldtwistle Railway Station
Neighbouring CRPs Meet For Walk
CRPs from Lancashire & Yorkshire meet to exchange ideas and to learn about Mytholmroyd station renovation. Posted 12.06.23
CRL Secures Grants For Two Projects
Two CRPs successfully win grants to support local projects. Posted 07.06.23
New Activity At Church & Oswaldwtistle Station
280 Begonias set to bring colour to an East Lancashire station. Posted 05.06.23
Whistle The Dog Visits Clitheroe Castle
Whistle the Dog hands out prizes for the colouring competition held in February. Posted 04.06.23
Feel Good Field Trips Reach Milestone
TRAIN operator Avanti West Coast is on a mission to enrich education by delivering ‘Feel Good Field Trips’ for hundreds of schoolchildren coordinated by Community Rail Lancashire Community Rail Officer Dave Savage.
Rails to the Dales – a train ride through history
It was standing room only at Clitheroe Castle Museum for a for a fun-packed and entertaining illustrated talk by Lancashire historian Steve Williams.
Connecting communities through art and history
Community rail volunteers kick off a year of celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of St Anne’s Station
Eid Express rolls into Accrington for food, fashion and festivities
Community groups from both sides of the Pennines gathered at Accrington station for a celebration of the Muslim Festival of Eid al-Fitr.
Making Connections Celebration
Blackburn station subway gets a splash of colour with a ‘Making Connections’ project. Posted 14.05.23
South Fylde Line CRP AGM
A successful meeting held in Fylde Borough Council’s offices in St. Anne’s. Posted 09.05.23
Melanie passes on the baton after another busy year for Community Rail Partnership
Outgoing chair Melanie Taylor hands over to Lancashire County Council’s Rail Development Manager Mike Cliffe at Clitheroe and East Lancs Community Rail Partnership AGM
Northern Rail confirms extra rail services for Grand National Day at Aintree Racecourse
Northern Rail has confirmed that two extra trains will run to take horse racing fans to Aintree Racecourse for the Grand National on Saturday, April 15.
CRL Annual Report 2022
Details of all the work carried out in 2022 by Community Rail Lancashire and its four constituent CRPs.
Spring spruce-up on railway as St Anne’s station prepares to celebrate 150th Anniversary
Volunteers and railway workers join forces to clean up stations along the South Fylde line in preparation for landmark celebrations at St Anne’s
Station adoption group joins in the Great British Spring Clean
Volunteers at St Anne’s Station took the opportunity to tackle litter and some fly-tipping at Squires Gate Station between Blackpool and St Anne’s.
A Big Thank You To Arthur
Railway History exhibition continues in Clitheroe Castle Museum with a young contributor visiting for the first time. Posted 21.03.23
New Car Park Opens At Burnley Station
It is now easier than ever to take the train from Burnley Manchester Road after a new car park opened at the station this week. Posted 14.03.23
Young Artists Work On Display At Museum
Schoolchildren have worked with local artist Gosha Gibek to create vivid illustration of Ribble Valley train journey. Posted 14.03.23
Connect Communities Fund Deadline Extended
The deadline for bids into the Connect Communities by Rail fund has been extended until Friday 31st March 2023. Posted 08.03.23
Changes To Merseyrail Services 6 March 2023
Timetable changes to allow for additional driver training on new 777 Merseyrail units. Posted 04.3.23
Croston Geocache Trail Launched
Croston Geocache and Adventure Trail launched in lovely spring sunshine. Posted 27.02.23
Railway Talk Highlights History Of St. Anne’s
A railway talk very appropriate this year as St. Anne’s-on-the-Sea station celebrates its 150th Year. Posted 25.02.23
Successful Launch Of Railway Exhibition
Families and rail enthusiasts alike can rejoice as a railway exhibition will allow them to explore the tracks that put Lancashire on the map. Posted 16.02.23
Granny Film Shown At Blackpool Film Festival
The film about one the Dick, Kerr Ladies football team shown at film festival. Posted 13.02.23
All Aboard Family Fun Day – Wed 15 Feb
Clitheroe Castle Museum and Community Rail Lancashire are ‘on track’ for a celebration of railways past and present this month starting with a Family Fun Day on Wednesday 15th February from 11am to 3pm. Posted 08.02.23
CRL Celebrates World Hijab Day
Wednesday 1st February 2023 was World Hijab Day and CRL celebrated with an online event. Posted 05.02.23
Fund Launched To Help Connect Communities
A new £16,000 funding pot will be open to grass roots organisations to kickstart innovative and creative projects that connect communities by public transport.
More News From The South Fylde Line
New combined seating and planter installed at Ansdell & Fairhaven station by Ark Plastics. Posted 29.01.23
New Service Links Skelmersdale With Liverpool
New Express bus service and new trains introduced on same day to help journeys between Skelmersdale & Liverpool. Posted 23.01.23
News From The South Fylde Line
Level access to Squires Gate station moves a step nearer. Posted 23.01.23
Ravenscliffe Mums Try Out Being Train Drivers!
On a visit to Freightliner’s Depot in Leeds. Posted 21.01.23
£50M Levelling Up Funding For East Lancashire
That includes improvements to the footbridge access to both platforms at Accrington station. Posted 19.01.23
CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting
The Clitheroe Line and East Lancashire CRPs held their quarterly meeting on Wednesday 11th January. Posted 15.01.23
Launch of Rebranded Education Programme
CRL launches its rebranded education programme with a new website. Reposted 18.01.23
A Year in the life of St Anne’s Station
The Friends of St Anne’s Station have just issued a report setting all the projects they have done during 2022 to make St Anne’s station a welcoming place for rail travellers and a great gateway to the town for visitors. Tony Ford, Chair of the South Fylde Line Community Rail Partnership, commented: “I am really […]
Catherine Kingdom joins CRL
Catherine joined Community Rail Lancashire in January 2023 after over 20 years teaching in primary school and SEND settings. She is working on different education projects as well as the Try The Train project which launched this year. She is looking forward to building people’s confidence to use the trains and giving them new experiences. […]
Burscough Junction Station made Beautiful
Burscough Junction Station made Beautiful by St John’s RC Primary and the Prison and Probation Service This disused platform at Burscough Junction Station looks fantastic after an extraordinary effort from the Prison and Probation Service Payback of West Lancashire and from the pupils at the local school, St John’s RC Primary. Not an inch of […]
SANTA ON THE CLITHEROE TRAIN
Darwen Asylum and Refugee Enterprise (DARE) brought some seasonal cheer to passengers along the Clitheroe line today, Wednesday 20th December 2022, as they travelled from Darwen to Clitheroe distributing gifts and cards to everyone. DARE helps to support refugees from all parts of the world who have come to the UK escaping war and persecution. […]
Explore East Lancashire with the Lancashire Rail Ramblers
The Lancashire Rail Ramblers and Community Rail Lancashire invite you to join guided walks in East Lancashire from January 2023. From January to June 2023, the team will undertake ten walks across Lancashire, taking in the beautiful sights of Whalley, Clitheroe, Accrington, Pleasington, Bamber Bridge, Brierfield and more. These guided walks are free of charge […]
CRL Team Leader seconded to CRN
Community Rail Lancashire’s Education Team Leader to be seconded to the Community Rail Network in 2023. Community Rail Lancashire (CRL’s) Education Team, Leader Karen Bennett will be seconded to the Community Rail Network (CRN) for three days a week starting from the 1st January 2023. Karen will help the Community Rail Network develop the Community […]
Exploring Lancashire by Rail – A walk from Darwen
Exploring Lancashire by Rail is a series of films commissioned by Community Rail Lancashire, created by local film creative Huckleberry Films, which are designed to encourage people to explore the areas around the train stations. There are currently seven films which show how easy it is to have a great day out exploring the beautiful […]
TREE-mendous work at St Anne’s Station
Volunteers at St Anne’s station have been out in force this week erecting their wooden Christmas trees along the platform and on the station approach. The trees, made from discarded pallets were constructed by several volunteers over the last few years. This year most of them have had some refurbishment and they are now on […]
Squires Gate History Poster Unveiling
On Thursday 24th November, a ceremony was held to commemorate and unveil a poster outlining the history of Squires Gate Station as part of the South Fylde’s Historical Community Stations project. In attendance was the Mayor of St Annes, Councillor Karen Harrison, St Leonards Ward Councillor, Carol Lanyon, Tony Ford, Chair of South Fylde Line […]
SFLCRP Quarterly Meeting
Held in St. Anne’s on Tuesday 8th November 2022. Posted 14.11.22
St. Anne’s Foundation Stone Unveiled
A replica of the original stone from when the town was founded. Posted 11.11.22
Merseyrail Services On Suspended Strike Days
Normal service 7th & 9th November. Posted 06.11.22
Northern Wins National Customer Award
For innovative approach to accessible rail travel. Posted 01.11.22
Merseyrail To Run Limited Service On Strike Days
5th, 7th & 9th November. Posted 01.11.22
Station Stays Open As Engineering Cancelled
Liverpool Central to remain open. Posted 28.10.22
Station Subway Art Project Funding Bid Success
A dull part of Blackburn station to be brightened. Posted 20.10.22
Temporary Changes To Merseyrail Services
Ahead of introduction of new trains across the network. Posted 17.10.22
Launch Of Sustainable Travel Education Toolkit
At the National Railway Museum, York. Posted 17.10.22
Joint CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting
Updates on activities and performance across the East Lancs area. Posted 12.10.22
Northern Ramps Up Accessibility At Accrington
Access For All scheme unveiled. Posted 12.10.22
West Of Lancashire CRP Quarterly Meeting
Updates on activities and train performance across the West of Lancs area. Posted 11.10.22
Friends of Bentham Station Anniversary Events
Defibrillator and memorial bench unveiled. Posted 11.10.22
Refugee Railway Support Programme
CRL helps refugees gain confidence in rail travel. Posted 11.10.22
Queen Elizabeth II
Community Rail Lancashire is deeply saddened to learn about the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. Her life has been dedicated to serving this nation, and the people within it, since she became Queen on 6th February 1952. She will be greatly missed and the impact her reign has had will not be forgotten. Her Majesty’s dedication to […]
DalesRail Sunday 11 September 2022
Three walks on this last train of the season. Posted 07.09.22
CRL Supports Levelling Up Fund Bid
Submitted by Lancashire County Council. Posted 09.08.22
Blackpool Bus & Tram Tickets Add Ons
Through ticketing from train to bus/tram now available. Posted 01.08.22
Water Dispensers To Be Installed Across Northern Network
Free refills to be on offer. Posted 27.07.22
Deafness Resource Centre Trip to Liverpool
Rail confidence trip for British Sign language users. Posted 25.07.22
Joint CL & ELCRPs Quarterly Meeting
Details of activity across East Lancashire. Posted 19.07.22
West Of Lancashire CRP Quarterly Meeting
Details of activity across the West of Lancashire. Posted 15.07.22
Access For All Initiative By Students
New booklet launched by Year in Industry students. Posted 05.07.22
Become a Friend of Pendle Railway Stations
Join this active Friends group look after their stations.
Ground Breaking Ceremony For New Foundation Stone
Replica stone to be visible to all. Posted 13.06.22
Community Rail Week On The Bentham Line
Rail Minister hears of new Bentham Line Strategy. Posted 08.06.22
Church & Oswaldtwistle Rotary Awarded The QAVS
Rotarians honoured by the Queen. Posted 06.06.22
Successful Community Rail Week In Lancashire
Loads of community events over the week. Posted 01.06.22
Brierfield By Bike For Community Rail Week
Last fling for Community Rail Week. Posted 30.05.22
Rivington Rambler Bus To Run Again This Summer
Summer Sundays until 23 October 2022. Posted 25.05.22
Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth Honoured In Film Premiere
At Padiham Green Primary School. Posted 25.05.22
Tackling Loneliness With Transport Fund
CRL involved in countrywide project. Posted 23.05.22
CRL Secures CRDF Funding For Two New Projects.
A new safety book and education offer planned. Posted 11.05.22
CRL Secure Seedcorn Funding For Collaborative Art Project
Platinum Jubilee artwork to be installed. Posted 03.05.22
Study Published Into The Future Of The Bentham Line
Positive outcomes to be further investigated, Posted 03.05.22
Reduced Access To Platform 1 At Accrington
Works to improve the access ramp to start. Posted 03.05.21
Dick, Kerr Ladies Postcards Have Arrived!
‘Striking’ colours celebrate the Dick, Kerr Ladies. Posted 30.04.22
Rufford To Mere Sands Wood Walks Leaflet Launched
Artistic flair of Rufford school children showcased. Posted 28.04.22
Community Rail Lancashire Annual Report 2021
Read about all that has been going on. Posted 19.04.22
Joint Clitheroe & East Lancs Lines CRPs AGM
And management group meeting. Posted 13.04.22
Pennine Cycleway Map Guided Ride
A cycle ride to promote the new Pennine Cycleway Map. Posted 30.03.22
Explore Lancashire By Rail
Discover the beauty of the West Pennine Moors. Posted 28.03.22
Something For The Weekend And Beyond
Plenty to see and do across the CRL area. Posted 17.03.22
Lancashire Bid For Great British Railways HQ
Lancs CC lead in bid to bring HQ to Preston. Posted 17.03.22
At The Heart Of The Bentham Line
Public access defibrillators installed at stations. Posted 10.03.22
Autism Friendly Line Station Films
Station Tour Films now available to view. Posted 09.02.22
South Fylde Line CRP Quarterly Report
Plenty going on along the South Fylde Line. Posted 07.02.22
Joint Clitheroe & East Lancs Lines CRPs Quarterly Report
Community work continues in East Lancashire. Posted 31.01.22
West Of Lancashire CRP Quarterly Meeting
Excellent work continues in the West of Lancashire. Posted 24.01.22
Let’s Connect The Community
Funding stream available for local community groups. Posted 11.01.22
Changes To Merseryrail Services From 17 January
30 minute service to be introduced. Posted 11.01.22
Funding Success for The Autism Friendly Line
New posters and flyers to be displayed. Posted 06.01.22
BSL Interpreted Rail Confidence Programme
Northern Seed Corn Fund bid success. Posted 22.12.21
The Tony Award
Tony Ford celebrated for outstanding contribution to South Fylde Line. Posted 21.12.21
Growing Friendships At Kirkham & Wesham Station
Station adoption group start work. Posted 21.12.21
The Bentham Line – A Public Consultation
There is still time to get involved – go online and have your say. Posted 14.12.21
Success At The Community Rail Awards 2021
Another good night with four awards. Posted 13.12.21
Events Leading Up To Christmas
Loads to do and see and last minute Christmas Shopping. Posted 08.12.21
Full Steam Ahead For The South Fylde Line Community Rail Partnership
CRP accredited for 2021/22. Posted 25.11.21
South Fylde Line Restoring Your Rail Report Submitted
Strategic Outline Business Case submitted to the DfT. Posted 23.11.21
Remembering A Forgotten Women’s Football Team
Help us with your information and memories. Posted 15.11.21
New Community Rail Network Board Member
CRL staff member joins the Board. Posted 03.11.21
Funding Bid Success For Burscough Junction
Recycled plastic tool box to be installed. Posted 02.11.21
Lockdown Train Drawings On Display In Merseyside
Visit Birkdale or Hillside stations to see the artwork. Posted 27.10.21
Northern Commuters Encouraged To Return To Rail
Flexi season tickets now available. Posted 27.10.21
Make A Bee Line For West Lancashire
Two new initiatives on the Preston to Ormskirk Line. Posted 27.10.21
Community Rail Week On The Bentham Line
LMCRP encourages people to ‘Go Green by Train’. Posted 21.10.21
Community Rail Week On The South Fylde Line
Supporting the Go Green by Train campaign! Posted 19.10.21
Community Rail Week Starts In Burscough Junction
To celebrate St. John’s RC Primary School’s work on the disused platform. Posted 18.10.21
Summit Tunnel Closure To Affect Services
Essential engineering works means bustitution. Posted 14.10.21
Shifting Sands Grant Success
To support railway travel poster exhibition. Posted 06.10.21
Covid Secure Travel Virtual Reality Simulation for Passengers
A serious game that aims to encourage passengers back. Posted 30.09.21
Calder Valley CRP Job Opportunity
A chance to join the community rail family! Posted 29.09.21
CRL Guided Walks To Resume In October
Six guided walks in the East Lancashire area. Posted 29.09.21
Wise Owls At St. Anne’s Station
Green wood carvings enhance the station car park. Posted 28.09.21
Explore Lancashire By Rail Bid Success
Two films to be made to promote rail travel. Posted 07.09.21
Make A Beeline To The West Of Lancashire
Something for the last week of the holidays. Posted 31.08.21
Railway Confidence Programme Gets Boost With Grant Success
To help BSL users gain confidence to use the railway. Posted 25.08.21
Developing The South Fylde Line Bid Success
A grant towards developing capacity on the South Fylde Line. Posted 18.08.21
Make A Bee Line For The West Lancashire Line
Explore Lancashire by Rail film launched. Posted 06.08.21
Route Improvements Manchester Victoria to Rochdale & Stalybridge
Disruption to services for 16 days. Posted 29.07.21
Double Success For The West Of Lancashire Line
Projects to support rail recovery. Posted 28.07.21
Mills To Tower Skyline Installed at Rishton
Wakes week artwork on station fence. Posted 27.02.21
New Volunteers Wanted At Local Station
Station adoption group at Church & Oswaldtwistle looking for new members. Posted 27.07.21
Rufford Gains New Artwork
Running in Boards installed to promote Rufford Old Hall. Posted 26.07.21
Serious Announcement – Serious Game
Virtual reality to help disabled passengers. Posted 22.07.21
Year In Industry Students Get Nature Back On Track
Environmental display panels along the Bentham Line. Posted 14.07.21
Back On Track 2020 – Darwen Artwork Installed
A CRL project with Child Action North West launched. Posted 01.07.21
Dick, Kerr Ladies: Another Victory
Grant to celebrate a ladies football team. Posted 28.06.21
Pear Tree School & CRL Win Small Grants Funding
Project to brighten up Kirkham & Wesham station. Posted 16.06.21
National Recognition For Local Community Rail Partnership
The Leeds-Morecambe CRP (The Bentham Line) recognised in white paper. Posted 03.06.21
Preston Station Artwork Bid Success
Station footbridges to be brightened up with artwork. Posted 02.06.21
Northern Introduce Bi-Mode Flex Trains
Southport – Alderley Edge route sees new type of train. Posted 20.05.21
Successful Start To The 2021 DalesRail Season
Guided walks commence 6 June 2021. Posted 18.05.21
Ramsgreave & Wilpshire Community Help
A big thank you to Buckingham Group. Posted 18.05.21
Return To Rail & Explore St Annes
A sustainable way to get some exercise. Posted 13.05.21
Fantastic Recycled Plastic Grant Success
Where will YOUR plastic milk bottle end up? Posted 13.05.21
DalesRail Season Starts 16 May 2021
Return to rail and get your walking boots on! Posted 11.05.21
Positive Train of Thought Bid Success
CRL secures second CRDF grant of the year. Posted 05.05.21
Restoring Your Railway – Clitheroe To Hellifield
Strategic Outline Business Case submitted. Posted 02.05.21
Bentham Station Blooms Again
Well worth a visit to see all the volunteers work. Posted 26.04.21
Rails To Recovery – Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth
Discover an Amazing Woman by rail. Posted 22.04.21
Rails To Recovery – Community Rail In The North West
Build back, better & greener. Posted 15.04.21
Community Rail Lancashire Annual Report 2020
A record of the work of CRL and its 4 CRPs. Posted 09.04.21
New Hanging Baskets At Preston Station
Baskets help ‘light’ up the station. Posted 08.04.21
CRPs Set To Help Local Railways To Recover
Following the Covid-19 pandemic. Posted 30.03.21
Northern Stations Get A Facelift
Freshly painted to make them more welcoming. Posted 04.03.21
Restoring Your Railway – Have Your Say
Bid to restore passenger services between Clitheroe & Hellifield. Posted 03.03.21
Accessibility Boost For Accrington Station
Platform 1 access to be improved. Posted 01.03.21
The Dementia-Friendly Railway Second Anniversary
Named unit 150214 carries the word across the network. Posted 01.02.21
Rufford Station Gets A New Shelter
To replace life expired wooden shelter. Posted 25.01.21
Along The Line – A Virtual Launch
Ramsgreave & Wilpshire station art work launched. Posted 19.01.21
Lancaster Station Footbridge To Be Refurbished
Work starts 9th January 2021. Posted 07.01.21
Guidance For CRPs & Station Friends For Latest Lockdown
Revised guidance for Covid pandemic. Posted 06.01.21
Changes Needed to Preston Station to Accommodate HS2 Trains
Platforms to be lengthened for 400m trains. Posted 04.01.21
Lytham St Annes Award Winning Scrubs Project
Station volunteers scoop major award. Posted 15.12.2020
Success At The 2020 Community Rail Awards
CRL celebrates the teams hard work! Posted 10.12.2020
Pacer Photograph Competition Winners Announced
Pacers across the Lancashire Triangle. Posted 01.12.2021
South Fylde Line Restoring Your Railway Bid Success
Passing loop scheme gets DfT Support. Posted 30.11.2020
South Fylde Line Remembers
Silent soldiers stand sentinel in remembrance. Posted 05.11.2020
Another Station History Poster Unveiled
New poster number two installed. Posted 29.10.2020
Backtrack Winners Announced
Anti-trespass competition are great success. Posted 27.10.2020
Parbold Station History Poster Unveiled
Plenty to see and read on this new poster. Posted 26.10.2020
Along The Line Artwork Installed
Plenty of colour on Ramsgreave & Wilpshire station. Posted 26.10.2020
Connecting Accrington Station With Memorable Journeys
Final short film released. Posted 22.10.2020
Friend Of Stations Volunteer Remembered
Life long railway supporter commemorated. Posted 08.10.2020
Rail Development Manager
Opportunity to help shape the railways in Lancashire. Posted 07.10.2020
Hidden Gems Project Report
Culmination of a great project across Merseyside. Posted 05.10.2020
A New Tales From DalesRail
An interesting insight into the Hellifield area. Posted 05.10.2020
Memorable Journeys Project Unveiled
Colourful artwork depicting memories of journeys unveiled on Accrington station. Posted 18.09.2020
Our Lancashire
Bringing communities together and making Lancashire great! Posted 25.08.2020
Advance Information About Line Closure
No services via Todmorden for nine days. Posted 07.08.2020
Pacer Photograph Competition
Have you got a photo anywhere on the Lancashire Triangle? Posted 22.07.2020
Lancashire Branch Lines Get More Services
Additional trains from Monday 20th July. Posted 17.07.2020
New Report On Youth Engagement In Rail
CRL features in Community Rail Network report. Posted 13.07.2020
Northern Add Additional Services
Train services back on the Morecambe branch. Posted 07.07.2020
Bid To Improve South Fylde Line Capacity
First steps towards a 30 minute service? Posted 30.06.2020
Backtrack Anti Trespassing Competition
Aged 11 – 18? Get involved with this campaign. Posted 12.06.2020
Friends Group helps Local Medical Practices
Volunteers make scrubs and scrubs bags. Posted 10.06.2020
Small Grants Fund Bid Successes
Two grants secured for branded notice boards. Posted 10.06.2020
Bolton & South Lancs CRP Officer Starts Work
Steph Dermott starts in post. Posted 04.06.2020
Ribble Valley Service Improvements Get Boost
Proposal to reintroduce rail services to Hellifield. Posted 26.05.2020
Local Station Improvements Across Lancs & Cumbria
Work continues throughout lock down. Posted 22.05.2020
Creative At Home With CRL
Short animations with ideas for home activities. Posted 18.05.2020
Covid-19 Travel Guidance
Suggestions for travelling safely after relaxed lock down. Posted 15.05.2020
Community Rail Gets Learning For Deaf Awareness Week
Saying hello in BSL. Posted 06.05.2020
Bolton & South Lancs CRP Appoint Officer
Steph Dermott to be Community Rail Officer. Posted 30.04.2020
Something For The Weekend – Special
Plenty of Covid-19 lockdown activities to do at home. Posted 24.04.2020
Bloomin’ Beautiful Bentham
Glorious flower displays at Bentham station. Posted 14.04.2020
Mindfulness During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Try to have an active coping plan! Posted 02.04.2020
New Measures Introduced Across Northern Network
Waiting rooms closed & penalty fares suspended. Posted 26.03.2020
Top Tips In This Time Of Stress & Anxiety
Some great suggestions to help. Posted 24.03.2020
Covid19 Advice From ACoRP To CRPs & Station Partnerships
Sensible Covid19 advice from ACoRP
Bentham Line Celebrates History of Stations
Another batch of history posters on display. Posted 11.03.2020
Accrington To Get Improved Access
Access for All scheme for Colne platform. Posted 26.02.2020
Class 769 Driver Training
Bi-mode electric/diesel units on Southport line. Posted 26.02.2020
East Lancashire Line Nine Day Closure
Essential replacement & repairs to bridges. Posted 12.02.2020
Bolton & South Lancashire CRP Accredited
Another CRP gains accreditation. Posted 11.02.2020
Mills To Tower Project Funding Success
Wakes Week art project at Rishton station. Posted 31.01.2020
Let’s Connect Ramsgreave & Wilpshire Railway Station
2nd short film goes live. Posted 27.01.2020
Let’s Connect Accrington Railway Station
A short film about the project goes live. Posted 24.01.2020
Burnley Manchester Road Improved Access
Study to improve access at railway station. Posted 15.01.2020
CRL Gains Accreditation
Formal recognition by the Department for Transport. Posted 18.01.2020
Let’s Connect Brierfield Railway Station
Short film about the project goes live. Posted 18.12.19
Plan Ahead For East Lancashire Upgrade
Essential engineering work in February. Posted 17.12.19
Broadfield Specialist School Oswaldtwistle
Small groups of students working at Accrington station. Posted 06.12.19
Bolton & South Lancashire CRP Launched
Britain’s newest CRP officially launched. Posted 02.12.19
Northern’s Year In Industry Students Join the Bentham Line
Students learn about the Dementia Line Project. Posted 26.11.19
National Recognition For Dementia Friendly Rail Line
Well deserved community rail award for the Bentham Line. Posted 08.11.19
Friends of Bentham Station 8th Birthday
Station to go 100% green with solar energy. Posted 08.11.19
DfT Accreditation For The Leeds Morecambe CRP
Well done to the team at Bentham. Posted 30.10.19
CRDF Grant Success For Broadfield School
On Track at Accrington project to get underway. Posted 07.10.19
Train Companies Support LGBT+ Youth Charity Work
Local TOCs provide travel for group. Posted 04.09.19
The Blues Train To Colne Rhythm & Blues Festival
A scorching weekend for the Blues Festival. Posted 28.08.19
Northern Retires First Pacer Train
142005 retires after 32 years & 3 million miles. Posted 13.08.19
Autism Friendly Resources Delivered
Autism Friendly Line to launch on 30th July 2019. Posted 26.07.19
Britain In Bloom At St Annes Station
Royal Horticultural Society judging day. Posted 17.07.19
Horizons Project Unveiled At Dewsbury
Stunning piece of artwork on Dewsbury station. Posted 15.07.19
Bolton Station’s Platform Gallery Opens
Exciting community gallery space opens. Posted 09.07.19
Community Rail Development Fund Grant Success
Two projects get funding boost. Posted 05.07.19
New Trains Start In Service
Class 195s on Barrow/Windermere – Manchester services. Posted 01.07.19
Community Rail Development Officer Retires
Community rail stalwart bows out. Posted 12.06.19
25th Anniversary Of Trains To Clitheroe
CRL celebrates 25 years of regular trains to Clitheroe. Posted 07.06.19
Northern Apprentice’s Clitheroe Project Grant Success
Project gets the green light! Posted 31.05.19
Railway Confidence & The National Autistic Society
Autistic Society working with CRL. Posted 14.05.19