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Minsters’ Rail Campaign
“There’s a lot Riding on it!” |
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Welcome to our website
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LATEST UPDATE: See press release below. MAPS added to
site (big
file – be warned), News update – see NEWS link
for upcoming BBC programme on the line before and after Beeching – an urgent
appeal for volunteers– and more. |
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PATRONS include: Alan Johnson, MP for Hull West & Hessle – Secretary of State for Health
Diana Johnson, MP for
North Hull ''The restoration of this rail route would be a major plus for the quality of life for Hull people. It would also have benefits in developing local tourism and wider regeneration.” More patrons to be listed soon. |
DON'T JUST DREAM OF THE TRAIN, DRIVE ONE
Rail campaigners fighting to restore the Beverley to Market Weighton railway are inviting members of the public to try their fantastic train driving simulator as part of a weekends heritage events at Kiplingcotes signal box.
This weekend (13th and 14th
September) the Yorkshire Wolds Heritage Trust will see a number of events
taking place across our region. On Sunday 14 September members of the
Minsters Rail Campaign will be on hand to publicise their campaign and show
the public just what it would be like to drive a train. Their
popular simulator machine will be on show at the Kiplingcotes signal box between
10am and 4pm. Visitors will also be able to see footage of the
old railway which was closed due to the Beeching cuts in 1965. The Minsters' Rail Campaign exists to promote the
overwhelming economic, social and environmental case for reopening the
railway line between Beverley and York as a modern passenger and commuter facility. A recent independent report commissioned by relevant local
authorities has said the financial case for reopening the direct rail link
between Hull and York is undeniable - the Campaign aims to ensure this report
becomes reality, as well as trying to achieve a few beneficial changes to
some of the proposals. The Minsters' Rail Campaign is one of the most successful campaigning
groups in Yorkshire, supported by all county and unitary authorities affected
by its proposals and backed by a broad spectrum of members from all political parties. The main proposals
supported by the Campaign have been formally adopted as official planning
policy by the East Riding of Yorkshire County Council. BUT THERE IS STILL MUCH TO DO
You can help us by buying THE IDEAL BIRTHDAY/CHRISTMAS GIFT for the MRC supporter in your life. The Minsters’ Rail Campaign is launching new life memberships for
everyone who is taking a long-term view about the society. For a mere £50 you can be the proud owner of a handsome, full colour
Life Membership certificate, signed by our chairman, George McManus. This
life membership also entitles you to attend all our meetings, for as long as
you live. What more could any
‘rail-head’ possibly want? You will also have the knowledge that you have contributed crucial
funds to the continuing campaign to restore direct rail links between
Beverley and York, improving travel between Hull and York for many thousands
of people and bringing civilised commuting conditions to historic communities
along the route. |
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For further information contact campaign chairman:
George McManus 120 Norwood Beverley HU17 9HL Telephone 01482 863964 e-mail: GeorMcMan@aol.com |