Why are we looking for outside funding ?
At the Goffs Park Light Railway, our unwavering mission is to revitalise & enhance both the railway & its encompassing environment, which have sadly remained untouched for four decades. As an entirely volunteer-led organisation, we are committed to preserving the spirit of community & the joy of park railways. Through outside funding garnered from Grant applications and our GoFundMe initiative, we aspire to breathe new life into the railway, making it a symbol of pride for all. Join us in this transformative journey as we continue to operate as a labor of love, powered by dedicated volunteers who give their time freely to create a cherished space for generations to come.
Our Project Wish List:
1. **New Workshop Extension:**
Constructing a workshop extension is essential for us to expand our capabilities. This space will facilitate in-house repairs, the construction of new rolling stock projects, & provide the necessary storage for bulk materials such as new rails and new sleepers to replace the old and very worn out rails. With this extension, we'll have the room we need to bring our ideas to life.
2. **Upgraded Station Area Paving:**
Transforming the station area is on our radar. The current mix of random paving slabs, concrete patches, & bare earth has its challenges, including flooding. We're eager to collaborate with a local company to install an all new, top-quality paving surface that befits our status as a premier attraction within Goffs Park & making our station a safer environment for passengers.
3. **Enhanced Track Side Furniture:**
Once our track is fully fenced in by the local council, our focus shifts to enhancing the railway's ambiance. We believe the addition of signals, speed limit signs, gradient markers, and lighting will imbue The Goffs Park Light Railway with an enriched character, making it an even more captivating and aesthetically pleasing destination.
With station & track lighting, this will enable us to hold more twilight/evening events in the future.
Your support and contributions through our Grant applications and GoFundMe campaign will enable us to turn these aspirations into realities, ensuring that Goffs Park Light Railway becomes a beacon of ingenuity, beauty, and community spirit for everyone to enjoy.
1. **New Workshop Extension:**
Constructing a workshop extension is essential for us to expand our capabilities. This space will facilitate in-house repairs, the construction of new rolling stock projects, & provide the necessary storage for bulk materials such as new rails and new sleepers to replace the old and very worn out rails. With this extension, we'll have the room we need to bring our ideas to life.
2. **Upgraded Station Area Paving:**
Transforming the station area is on our radar. The current mix of random paving slabs, concrete patches, & bare earth has its challenges, including flooding. We're eager to collaborate with a local company to install an all new, top-quality paving surface that befits our status as a premier attraction within Goffs Park & making our station a safer environment for passengers.
3. **Enhanced Track Side Furniture:**
Once our track is fully fenced in by the local council, our focus shifts to enhancing the railway's ambiance. We believe the addition of signals, speed limit signs, gradient markers, and lighting will imbue The Goffs Park Light Railway with an enriched character, making it an even more captivating and aesthetically pleasing destination.
With station & track lighting, this will enable us to hold more twilight/evening events in the future.
Your support and contributions through our Grant applications and GoFundMe campaign will enable us to turn these aspirations into realities, ensuring that Goffs Park Light Railway becomes a beacon of ingenuity, beauty, and community spirit for everyone to enjoy.
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