Railway Benefit Fund

#HeartofGoldAwards💛 Now that you know nominations are open, it's time to click the link below and nominate your railway superstar today 💛🏆 We've got six categories, from new talent to lifetime dedication, so there's a place to celebrate every kind of contribution: 💛 Rising Star Award — sponsored by Furrer+Frey AG 💛 Rail Hero Award — sponsored by Avanti West Coast 💛 Wellbeing Champion Award — sponsored by Health Shield Friendly Society Ltd 💛 Star Team Award — sponsored by Amaro 💛 Inspirational Volunteer Award — sponsored by CMAC Group/Great British Rail Replacement 💛 Lifetime Achievement Award — sponsored by Railpen Submit your nomination here👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/e4G3FViJ 🙏🏽 A huge thank you to our sponsors for making the Heart of Gold Awards possible. #RailwaySuperstars #UKRailIndustry #RailwayFamily

Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) is back with its 8th annual Heart of Gold Awards, celebrating the people across the rail industry who quietly go above and beyond for their colleagues and communities. Nominated by the people who know them best, these are the everyday heroes of rail, the ones who show up, step up, and make life better for those around them, often without expecting anything in return. #railnews #railways #ukrail #rail https://lnkd.in/eerdDiGj

Thank you for your support Amaro❤️ Nominate your railway superstar today: https://lnkd.in/e4G3FViJ

#HeartofGoldAwards It's that time of year again: nominations for our 8th Heart of Gold Awards are now officially open 💛🏆 Every year, we're reminded just how much good happens across the rail industry, often quietly, often unnoticed. The Heart of Gold Awards, hosted by us, Railway Benefit Fund, are our chance to change that, shining a light on the people and teams going above and beyond for their colleagues and communities. Know someone who deserves recognition? Now's the time to tell their story. We've got six categories covering everything from new talent to lifetime dedication, so there's a place to celebrate every kind of contribution. 💛 Rising Star Award — sponsored by Furrer+Frey AG: for standout new talent making their mark in rail 💛 Rail Hero Award — sponsored by Avanti West Coast: for a moment of real bravery or selflessness 💛 Wellbeing Champion Award — sponsored by Health Shield Friendly Society Ltd: for someone championing mental and physical wellbeing in their team. 💛 Star Team Award — sponsored by Amaro: for a team that shows what great collaboration looks like 💛 Inspirational Volunteer Award — sponsored by CMAC Group/Great British Rail Replacement: for a volunteer whose compassion makes a genuine difference 💛 Lifetime Achievement Award — sponsored by Railpen: for a career defined by excellence and dedication Nominate a railway superstar today; don't let their hard work go unrecognised. Submit your nomination here👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/e4G3FViJ 🙏🏽 A huge thank you to our sponsors for making the Heart of Gold Awards possible: Amaro|Avanti West Coast|CMAC Group|Furrer+Frey AG|Health Shield Friendly Society Ltd and Railpen. #RailwaySuperstars #UKRailIndustry #Awards #RBFHeartofGoldAwards

#AuctionofRailExperiences 🚂 Over £40,000 raised- we are absolutely blown away. Thank you doesn't feel like enough, but from all of us: thank you🙏🏽 Every single bid on our Auction of Rail Experiences goes towards supporting railway people and their families through hard times, and this year you smashed it. To the organisations from the UK rail industry who donated an experience, you gave more than a prize. You gave hope, generosity, and a real show of what the Railway Family is all about. We salute you. And honestly, every experience on offer was brilliant. Any railfan would have been thrilled to win a single one of them, and you won them all. If you missed out this time, take a look at this year's experiences for next time, and drop us a line to stay updated on our next auction👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/e5aGN-Pb Did you win a bid? We'd love for you to shout about it. Drop us a line at fundraising@railwaybenefitfund.org.uk, and let us celebrate with you. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for looking out for our own💙🚂 #Auction #ThankYou #RailwayFamily #UKRailIndustry

#AuctionofRailExperiences ⏰ Last call: our Auction of Rail Experiences ends tomorrow. Bidding closes Friday 31 July at 10 AM, and there are some unique rail experiences up for grabs, donated by organisations from the UK rail industry. We thank you. So go on, bid today and treat yourself (we won't judge) 😉, or spoil the railfan in your life with something they'll never forget. 👉🏽Don't wait; the virtual gavel comes down tomorrow! https://lnkd.in/e5aGN-Pb #Auction #Railway #Gifts #RailwayFamily

#RetiredRailCommunityEvent - 7 September at GB Railfreight, Peterborough We support railway people and their families across every stage of their career. When retirement day comes, we know you're not just stepping away; you're leaving a legacy for the next generation of rail. That's exactly why we're here for you❤️ Our Retired Rail Community Events are all about reconnecting- a chance to catch up, share stories, and meet others who've walked the same tracks. With rail in common, the conversation always flows! We'd love to see you on 7 September at GB Railfreight, Peterborough. Register today⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eNGPq97J #RetiredRail #UKRailIndustry #Community #Events

#AuctionofRailExperiences - Closes Friday 31 July Our Auction is closing soon (in 2 days), and we have some unique offerings up for bid. Whether you're a lifelong rail enthusiast or looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience to gift or enjoy yourself, this is your chance to bid on journeys and moments you won't find anywhere else. As a non-membership charity, our auction is another way for us to raise funds, to help our railway colleagues who are going through tough times❤️ 🚂 Auction closes in 2 days. Place your bid today👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/e5aGN-Pb #RailEnthusiasts #Auction #RailwayFamily

#AuctionofRailExperiences - Countdown⏰ We've had a few questions about when our auction closes, so to clear up any confusion: our virtual hammer comes down on 31st July. To avoid any doubt about timing, we have a live countdown clock on the auction site showing exactly when bidding ends. ⏰ Keep an eye on that clock so you don't miss your chance to bid; with just 7 days to go, now's the time to get your bids in! 💡 Top tip: we'd encourage you to place your maximum bid to give yourself the best chance of winning. Bid today: https://lnkd.in/e5aGN-Pb #Auction #RailExperiences #UKRailIndustry #Gifts

🚂 Something special is coming to the Vale of Rheidol Railway's Engine Shed Museum in Aberystwyth. Pete Waterman OBE’s Making Tracks, a 64-foot recreation of Watford Junction and reputedly the world's largest portable model railway, is heading to Aberystwyth. Four main lines, working signalling, live departure boards... and yes, you can actually drive it🙌🏽 Pete Waterman OBE, President of the Railway Benefit Fund, said: "I have always loved the railway, it's been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. I am proud to be showcasing our model railway in Wales, and I hope it inspires a new generation of railway enthusiasts." Come and walk the full layout and see every detail up close. Book today: https://makingtracks.uk/ #ModelRailway #Aberystwyth #Wales #PeteWaterman #MakingTracks