A heritage railway is thanking its legions of supporters and funders on a special 'Giving Tuesday' next week.
On Tuesday, November 29, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is reflecting on the generous donations and support it has received throughout the year to keep it steaming on.
An extremely important heritage attraction to the region, both economically and culturally, the NYMR has received donations, funding and support which have enabled it to retain its staff and keep operating with plans for the future.
Funding awards have meant that projects such as the Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey (YMJ) could carry on throughout the year and into 2023.
This work has included building its conservation and heritage apprenticeship programmes, lineside ecological conservation work, improving access for disabled visitors and expanding the railway's educational offer.
Read more: I went to a charity shop with £10 - and I was shocked at how expensive it is
Funding has also helped the NYMR work with individuals, groups and communities to share the charity's passion for the history of the region through steam travel.
Laura Strangeway, deputy CEO at NYMR, said: “It would be an understatement to say that the last couple of years have been challenging for us.
"We simply wouldn’t have made it through without the generosity and phenomenal support of our members and the local community.
“As a dedicated charity every penny spent on tickets, tea, cake and memorabilia goes back into necessary funding towards providing memorable experiences so if you’ve visited us this year you’ve directly contributed to the running of the heritage railway and from the whole team at the railway, thank you.”
In addition to the ongoing generous donations, the railway has been further supported by the National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) grant by Arts Council England.
It has received a £750,000 grant spread across the next three years which will help the railway continue its vital work in conservation, preservation, education and engaging communities.
Read next:
- 'Respected' female Darlington teacher banned for life over sexual contact with pupil
- County Durham man fears his floor could collapse after 'three inch holes' appear
- Mother pushed bone back in arm to save daughter after head-on smash in County Durham
If you want to read more great stories, why not subscribe to your Northern Echo for as little as £1.25 a week. Click here
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here