:: Burton Railway Society


BACKGROUND Burton Railway Society was formed in 1985 by local railway enthusiasts to cater for people in Burton upon Trent and the surrounding area. Some of the original members were former railway employees from the local steam shed (17B) and others were still working in the rail industry. The membership now is drawn from a wide base. In its early days, the Society’s activities revolved around showing films and arranging trips to interesting railway locations. These activities still continue but others have been added to suit many tastes. One such activity is the annual Quiz Night where members are spilt into teams and are tested on their knowledge of railways, past and present. Another is the annual Photographic Competition where entries in different categories are judged by the membership. And, in addition to the regular monthly club meetings, there is an annual ‘Wardle’s Dawdle’, named after the member who instigated the idea, consisting of a leisurely walk incorporating as much railway interest as possible. The Society makes a special effort to invite highly respected guest speakers to make presentations on a wide variety of railway topics. It also has its own newsletter, aptly titled ‘17B’. Around a hundred members attend the monthly club nights that are held at Marston’s Sports and Social Club, Shobnall Road, Burton – click here for directions. Non-members are always most welcome to these meetings.

BACKGROUND

Burton Railway Society was formed in 1985 by local railway enthusiasts to cater for people in Burton upon Trent and the surrounding area. Some of the original members were former railway employees from the local steam shed (17B) and others were still working in the rail industry. The membership now is drawn from a wide base.

In its early days, the Society’s activities revolved around showing films and arranging trips to interesting railway locations. These activities still continue but others have been added to suit many tastes. One such activity is the annual Quiz Night where members are spilt into teams and are tested on their knowledge of railways, past and present. Another is the annual Photographic Competition where entries in different categories are judged by the membership. And, in addition to the regular monthly club meetings, there is an annual ‘Wardle’s Dawdle’, named after the member who instigated the idea, consisting of a leisurely walk incorporating as much railway interest as possible. The Society makes a special effort to invite highly respected guest speakers to make presentations on a wide variety of railway topics. It also has its own newsletter, aptly titled ‘17B’.

Around a hundred members attend the monthly club nights that are held at Marston’s Sports and Social Club, Shobnall Road, Burton – click here for directions. Non-members are always most welcome to these meetings.