Weardale Railway Trust Volunteers

You will be aware that we are fast approaching one of our busiest events of the year “War on the Line”.

The event takes place over the weekend of Saturday 14^th & Sunday 15^th July and we are looking for volunteers to help out on both days.

      In addition to the event itself, we are also looking for help in preparation work on Saturday 7^th, Sunday 8^th and setting up on Friday 13^th July and setting down on the Sunday evening. We would be very interested to hear from you if you are available to help.

Saturday 7^th July (preparation work) – anytime between 1000 until 1600
Sunday 8^th July (preparation work) – anytime between 1000 until 1600

Friday 13^th July (setting up) – anytime between 1000 until 2100
Saturday 14^th July (daytime event) – 0800 until 1700
Sunday 15^th July (daytime event) – 0800 until 1700
Sunday 15^th July (setting down) – 1700 until 2100

        We are looking for volunteers to help in the following areas:-

Erect bunting. Fill sand bags. Tape windows, erect fencing on playing field, mark out playing field, and much more!

Entrance gate staff
Car park stewards
Catering staff
Litter pickers
Station gift shop
Station café,

First Aiders
Operating station tannoy / sound effects
General station assistance

PLEASE CONTACT : Ruth Carroll, Weardale Railway Trust, Volunteer Coordinator, Mobile: 07887-558 151

Email: Ruth Carroll or Kevin Hillary or John Askwith.

If you would like to assist with our regular operations please download this volunteer pack:

If you are between the ages of 10 and 17 you can join the Youth Team.