Nottingham Castle has launched its search to fulfil two unique seasonal positions as the maiden voyage of its Land Train approaches this summer. The historic city attraction is searching for two new team members to share the role of driver and conductor on the eco-friendly land train that will take … [Read more...]
Opticians help keep safety on track for school train trip
An Opticians in Colwick is supporting Burton Joyce Primary School as they embark on a series of school trips as part of six-week project with The Friends of Lowdham and Burton Joyce Stations. The project will culminate in a piece of artwork which will be displayed at Burton Joyce … [Read more...]
EMR rebuffs Bleasby campaign for a better train service
For years, Bleasby residents have patiently waited at the level crossing adjacent to their home station, only to watch most trains to Nottingham, Newark and Lincoln go straight past without a scheduled stop. According to a recent survey completed by over half of Bleasby households, the limited … [Read more...]
New Seats for Passengers at Beeston Station
Friends of Beeston Station (FOBS) have been delighted with the recent installation of new seats around the Ticket Office at Beeston Station. The seats provide much needed seating for those less able to stand when waiting for taxis or family members to pick them up from their train journeys, or when … [Read more...]
Christmas at Lowdham Signal Box
Locals are invited to come visit the Lowdham Signal box as a family treat just after Christmas. So, you are wondering what to do just after Christmas, and want to get a break from all the family and food? Come and see what it was like to be a signal man in a country station. We are opening the … [Read more...]