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Photo showing someone from the Strawberry Line Cycle Project at Yatton Station helping someone get set up on an accessible bicycle.

Photo courtesy of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority showing a man and two women wearing hijab sitting round a table seat on a train. They are holding copies of the 'Elsecar Song Walk' booklet.

Photo courtesy of Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership showing two people stood outside a railway station at a bus stop - a bus to Salcombe is approaching behind them.

Public transport connects us all – to work, opportunities, and the people and places we love.

Every day in #CommunityRail we see the incredible ways public transport strengthens communities, brings people together, and creates a greener, healthier future for everyone 💚 #WorldPublicTransportDay

Photo courtesy of Borders Community Railway Partnership showing a group of secondary school children posing with framed copies of their vibrant artwork, inspired by the Borders Railway.

Photo courtesy of Community Rail Lancashire showing a group of young people taking a selfie against their vibrant artwork on display at a station along the Clitheroe Line.

Photo courtesy of Penistone Line Partnership showing a folk group performing songs on board a Northern train.

#CommunityRail groups across Britain do incredible work to nurture creativity and use art to connect communities with their railway 🎨

Whether it's station murals, music trains, photographic exhibitions or poetry on the platform, #WorldArtDay is every day in #CommunityRail 🌟

⚡🚆Update: #RailSafety Training
In this school year, so far, we’ve delivered #railsafefriendly training to 2431 young people!
Thanks to our partners Learn Live UK for delivering this to schools near the #abbeyline.
#Trespass #RailCrossing #LevelCrossing #RailSafetyEducation
#CommunityRail

White text on a deep blue background that reads: "Community rail can play a unique role in helping Greater Manchester achieve its 'Right Mix' for sustainable travel - by engaging communities, building confidence, and helping people try rail and other greener transport for the first time. - Community Rail Network consultation response, March 2026." Neon green lines and quotation marks surround the text. The Community Rail Network logo can be seen at the bottom, as well as the website link (www.communityrail.org.uk) and email address (info@communityrail.org.uk).

In case you missed it 👀

Powered by insights from our members, we have submitted evidence to the Greater Manchester Transport Strategy consultation🚆

#CommunityRail helps break down barriers to rail and encourages more people to travel sustainably ⬇️ communityrail.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Photo showing a colourful 'Welcome to Bridlington' banner at the station, composed of written information and photographs, ranging from archival to contemporary.

Photo showing a colourful 'Yorkshire Coast Line Heritage' poster on the wall outside Bridlington Station.

Photo showing the group of 12 people from Community Rail Network, community rail partnerships and station groups posing next to the 'Barrow Boy' statue at Bridlington Station.

Photo showing someone travelling on a Northern train between Hull and Bridlington, using the Traxplorer app on one phone and taking a photo on another.

Tourism Network on tour! 🗺️

Thank you to @yorkshirecoastcrp.bsky.social for hosting yesterday's trip to Bridlington. Our members explored a new line and shared brilliant ideas for how #CommunityRail can partner with tourism organisations to support greener, healthier leisure travel 🚉

Have you been inspired by our incredible Awards last month? 💡

Is your company looking to align with the values and impact of #CommunityRail?

We have a range of sponsorship opportunities available for our 2027 event, offering a variety of benefits ➡️ communityrail.org.uk/events-and-c...

Chesterfield railway station with blue sky and purple train. New planters in the foreground

Oh #Chesterfield you are looking so good this morning! The new planters look splendid in the sunshine... plants coming very soon!
@eastmidsrailway.bsky.social @communityrail.bsky.social
#CommunityRail

Andy Burnham meets community rail leaders as Government launches ‘Better Connected’ strategy | RailBusinessDaily Last week, the Mayor of Greater Manchester met with community rail leaders and volunteers as the Government unveiled its new Better Connected transport Last week, the Mayor of Greater Manchester met w...

We're in today's Rail Business Daily 🙌

The Mayor of Greater Manchester has seen #CommunityRail in action as the Government unveiled its 'Better Connected' strategy, shining a spotlight on the role of grassroots groups in shaping the future of transport. news.railbusinessdaily.com/andy-burnham...

New bins and signage attached to platform 2 fencing near the stairs at Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway station.

Ooh, we've got new bins at my adopted railway station. And separated recycling and landfill options at last. 👍♻️🗑️🚮

Also I fixed an old pallet wood planter that has started to show it's age (and needs wood stain again) and planted some summer bulbs I got cheap from Lidl. 🌷🪻🌺🏵️

#CommunityRail

Campaign graphic. Text - surrounded by colourful bunting - reads: "The Great Get Together. 19-21 June 2026. Because we have more in common than that which divides us. A project of The Jo Cox Foundation."

The #GreatGetTogether is back 🎉

19-21 June sees the annual celebration inspired by Jo Cox’s belief that we have more in common than that which divides us.

A whole weekend of connecting communities?

#CommunityRail - it's your time to shine ⤵️✨ www.jocoxfoundation.org/our-work/str...

Across Britain, #CommunityRail is quietly but powerfully connecting people with their local railway and stations, supporting ambitions for a more inclusive, reliable, and people centred rail network - and we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to show the Mayor a glimpse of this incredible work 🌍

The Mayor spent valuable time with our chief executive, Mid Cheshire CRP and Friends of Altrincham Interchange, discovering how #CommunityRail initiatives at Altrincham and beyond enhance station environments, promote sustainable travel, support social connections, and create welcoming spaces 🫶

Photo courtesy of Matt Priestley showing representatives from Community Rail Network, Mid Cheshire CRP and the Friends of Altrincham Interchange meeting Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, at Altrincham Interchange.

Andy Burnham sees #CommunityRail in action! 🚉

We are absolutely delighted to have welcomed Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, to Altrincham Interchange today, to meet local volunteers and learn more about the region’s grassroots community rail movement.

Photo courtesy of Helmsdale Station CIC showing a group of excited schoolchildren about to board a ScotRail train from Helmsdale Station on a sunny day.

Pinch, punch, it's the first of the month! 📅

It may be #AprilFoolsDay, but we aren't messing around when it comes to spreading the word about the wonderful world of #CommunityRail 🙌

Our movement is 24/7, 365 days a year - creating inclusive, empowered and healthy communities 💚

📸 Helmsdale Station

Heart of Wales Line CRP Wins Second Place at National Awards Heart of Wales Line CRP has been recognised at the Community Rail Awards 2026, claiming second place in the Tourism and Leisure category.

#heartwalesline #communityrail #communityrailpartnership #communityrailawards #communityrailawards2026 #railway #ukrailscene

Photo courtesy of Paul Bigland showing a big room full of people at Derby Arena during the 2026 Community Rail Awards.

Can you believe it’s been a week since the #CommunityRail Awards? 🥳

We hope you've caught up with all the highlights from the night and learnt more about the inspiring 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners 🏆

Visit our Hall of Fame for more! 👉 #CRA26 communityrail.org.uk/hall-of-fame...

Truely deserved @dominic-noades.bsky.social
Thanks for all you do across Kent.
@kentridergaz.bsky.social #CRA26 #CommunityRail

Grassroots rail initiative bringing people together honoured nationally Winners at the 2026 Community Rail Awards!

#Derby we've had a blast!
We're thrilled and very proud winners of the ‘Most Effective Communications Campaign’ award at the 2026 Community Rail Network Awards.
abbeylinecommunityrail.org.uk/news/grassro...
#CRA26 #CommunityRail

Well that’s it, our 2026 awards are over and what an evening it’s been!

Congratulations to all our winners and everyone who entered 👏

It’s because of you that #CommunityRail is the incredible, inspiring movement it is. We couldn't be more proud of everything you do! 💟 #CRA26

And now, on with our final category of the night - another very special award!

Sponsored by Southeastern Railway, this award enables Community Rail Network to recognise a group that has delivered outstanding achievements and contributions to #CommunityRail over the past year 🎊 #CRA26

The Board’s Special Recognition Award goes to Jayne Sumner! As manager of Essex & South Suffolk CRP for 15 years, Jayne has been a shining role model, inspiring everyone around her and working tirelessly to connect communities and champion #CommunityRail 💚 #CRA26

Our penultimate category of the evening is the ‘Board’s Special Recognition Award’.

This award is all about recognising an individual’s exceptional service to, or the championing of, #CommunityRail, especially over a longer time-period.

Who do you think it could be? 🥁 #CRA26

It's Dominic Noades! Since joining Kent CRP as a teenager, Dominic has thrown himself into events, station projects, guided walks and even café shifts with fantastic enthusiasm, growing in confidence and becoming a brilliant advocate for #CommunityRail ❣️ #CRA26

We've seen what amazing contributions all our #CommunityRail volunteers make. The 'Outstanding Volunteer Contribution' award (sponsored by Cross Country) celebrates someone who's been nominated by colleagues for making an outstanding difference. Who do you think it is? 🥰 #CRA26

Now it's time for a familiar favourite - the Photo Competition, sponsored by Porterbrook.

We asked you to submit images that captured the essence of #CommunityRail and you didn't disappoint! A whopping 1,967 public votes were cast as people chose their favourites 📸 #CRA26

Who's ready for the 'Influencing Positive Change & Sustainability' category, sponsored by Northern?

This category highlights how #CommunityRail encourages climate-aware thinking & supports resilient, cohesive communities, leaving a legacy for the next generation 💚 #CRA26

It's time for our ninth category of the night - 'Most Effective Communications Campaign', sponsored by Govia Thameslink Railway.

This category shines a spotlight on creative, standout communications that bring #CommunityRail to life and create lasting impact 🤳 #CRA26

We're halfway through the fabulous #CommunityRail Awards 🎉

Let's dive into the 'Most Enhanced Railway Spaces' category, sponsored by Greater Anglia, which focuses on how #CommunityRail breathes new life into railway spaces, bringing them into the heart of the community. #CRA26

Being inspired by another amazing #CRA26 with the legends that are Richard Salkeld and Vicki Pupe #CommunityRail @communityrail.bsky.social @eastmidsrailway.bsky.social

We know you’re ready for some more winners! 🥳

It’s time to honour the outstanding #CommunityRail initiatives celebrating our railways’ past, enriching the present, and inspiring the future - it's the 'Railway 200 Legacy Award', sponsored by Trip.com 🚂 #CRA26 #Railway200