Young steam locomotive fan? Why not join The Isle of Wight Railway’s Calbourne Club

Calling all young steam engine fans, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway (IoWSR) has an opportunity for 10 to 14 year olds to join The Calbourne Club as volunteers on their heritage line.

Volunteers form the backbone of a preserved railway, carrying out a variety of fun activities to support their hobbies.

To encourage younger steam locomotive and railway fans to support the preserved railway, the IoWSR set up The Calbourne Club.

Youngsters aged between 10 to 14 years old who join the club help carry out the following at the once a month meet:

Assisting in running stalls at events throughout the year
Conservation projects
Restoring artefacts
Welcoming visitors

The main aim of the Club is to provide members with the opportunity to learn more about many aspects of the railway, setting them up to taking on more roles and responsibilities as trainees.

No.W24 “Calbourne” // Credit Isle of Wight Steam Railway

To be able to join The Calbourne Club, you need to be a member of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, which only costs £12.50 a year.

Competition winners enjoy ‘The Big Picnic’

Benefits for being a member of the line include three free journeys along the line and four magazines annually. Once a member of the railway, you can join The Calbourne Club for free.

If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact Harriet Townsend at the railway.

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