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Welcome to the
Downs Light Railway Trust
Youth engagement, practical learning, and community involvement centred around the world's oldest miniature railway.
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We are a vibrant charitable organisation based in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We are passionate about providing practical learning activities for young people, while supporting our community. We do this with our internationally renowned light railway, which has educated young people for almost 100 years!
Latest News
The Downs Malvern's move to The Elms school site
The Downs Light Railway Trust's response to the establishment of the Elmsdown Malvern.
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The dissolution of the Charitable Trust begins.
The Charity Commission issues sealed order to enable the transfer the DLR's assets and dissolve the Charitable Trust.
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It's a win for Lucy and Thomas!
The fundraising efforts of Lucy and Thomas get the Downs Light Railway Trust on the stage at the Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards.
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Shortlisting for HRA Awards 2022
Thomas and Lucy's fundraising effort in 2021 gets shortlisted for the HRA's annual award for 2022.
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Establishing New Roots with the Colwall Orchard Trust
The children plant new trees with the help of Colwall Orchard Group
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Preliminary Earthworks Carried Out
Preliminary earthworks are carried out in readiness for the new buildings.
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Can you help?
Together we can help inspire more young people to take up careers associated with engineering, science, and technology, while working alongside adults keen to expand their own skills and knowledge.
1. SUPPORT US
Donate or support our charitable activities by fundraising and promoting what we do. We will be happy to host donors who wish to visit and see our unique light railway.
2. WE PROVIDE ACTIVITIES
Young people and adults join us and participate in activities to operate and maintain our light railway. They become inspired through practical learning.
3. YOUNG PEOPLE TAKE UP CAREERS
Young people choose to take up apprenticeships or higher education to start careers in engineering, science, and technology.
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