Planned changes to railway

- Wed 15th Oct 2003

The operator of the Beachlands Railway has asked the Council to allow him to make changes to the train services over the winter months.




The long-planned railway operated for the first time this summer and was popular with visitors and residents alike. At times they were unable to cope with demand. This popularity has led Bob Haddock, operator of the service, to seek permission to change the times and types of service that are offered through the winter months.Under the current agreement with the Council, operator Mr Bob Haddock can run trains at the weekends in between November 1st and Maundy Thursday. But he has asked to be able to run midweek services during this period, as well as operating Santa Specials during the Christmas School Holidays and on Bank Holidays and school holidays not covered by the original agreement, and occasional Birthday Specials. He has also asked if, on occasions when business demands it, two trains can be run at any one time. This will not result in more train journeys, but will allow Mr Haddock to be more flexible in his service provision to meet public demand.





The Council's Executive will consider the request at their meeting on 29th October. Officers are recommending approval on a trial basis, to be reviewed next year.

By forum user, Mat