Grand Opening!

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Grand Opening!

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It is with much excitement we can now announce that our GRAND OPENING will take place on Sunday 24 May and Monday 25 May 2015 from 10am.

An opening ceremony will take place on Monday 25 May 2015 at 11am, and everyone is welcome to attend either or both days!

Entrance to the site is free, but donations are welcomed.

These days will make a milestone achievement in our brief 7 year history and will pave the way for our phase 2 plans.

You can read more and download a poster to please publicise the event below:

http://www.yorkshirewoldsrailway.org.uk ... d-opening/
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Just got a nice mention on Heritage Railway Magazine's Facebook page about 12 hours ago!
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Great i sent them a message last night asking to share our status
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Congratulations to everyone involved!! Major step forward and hope everything is fine for this weekend. I hope the public of East Yorkshire gets behind this project and the railway is rebuilt in this beautiful part of Yorkshire. I hope to visit soon
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Brilliant event!
What a wonderful idea to name the loco "Sir Tatton Sykes". Im think he was quite emotional. What a test for the railway, it was really busy.
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As Matthew has said, a great day for all concerned and very busy!

Some pics of the day's activities.....
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The official opening was begun with words from the Yorkshire Wolds Railway Chairman Edward Hague.
The official opening was begun with words from the Yorkshire Wolds Railway Chairman Edward Hague.
Following on from our Chairman, Phil Robson addresses the gathered audience.
Following on from our Chairman, Phil Robson addresses the gathered audience.
Finally, a few words from Sledmere Estate Manager, Mr Stephen Greenfield.
Finally, a few words from Sledmere Estate Manager, Mr Stephen Greenfield.
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A few more.....
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After the naming of the locomotive, Sir Tatton and family pose for the cameras.
After the naming of the locomotive, Sir Tatton and family pose for the cameras.
Plenty of activity with a full car park, a good crowd and lots of trips in the loco cab!
Plenty of activity with a full car park, a good crowd and lots of trips in the loco cab!
Open at last!
Open at last!
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A short video of the occasion is posted here: https://youtu.be/SW0khNSbw30

Thank you very much to ALL that came along and paid us a visit. A wonderful day!
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