“Whistle-Up” Event, 1st January 2025
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To start the new year the railway will be participating in a nationwide “Whistle-Up” event on Wednesday 1st January 2025 at Douglas Station. For the event it is proposed that No.11 Maitland will be in steam for an event which will also see the workshops and running shed open from 11.00am for public inspection and it is proposed that the Supporters’ Association will provide refreshments for visitors. The public are invited to walk down the platform from 10.30am and it is intended to conclude the event around 1.00pm.This looks set to ensure the railway begins the year in style by participating in a nationwide event with many other railways across the country.
The event has been organised by the Heritage Railway Association who state on their official website:-
“...We want to start Railway 200 off as it should go on, by getting as many heritage railways involved as possible. We’re starting that by reviving an old tradition dating back the days of steam. The year will kick-off with an evocative “Whistle-Up” of vintage locomotives at 12 noon on 1st January. The event is expected to take place on heritage railways across the U.K. and is being spearheaded by Heritage Railway Association members.
This will be a great chance to tell your visitors and stakeholders (and potential visitors or stakeholders) that you’re a part of Railway 200. It’ll look great on social media, and might even be of interest to your local broadcast media too. It’s not just about steam. We’re keen that every heritage railway or tramway gets involved. So if you’ve got a horn or a bell rather than a whistle on your motive power - don’t worry; this event is still for you. Several railways have already committed to being a part of the event - register your interest today and don't miss out on this momentous occasion”.
No.11 Maitland at Castletown Station last Saturday, 14th December, with the Christmas Carol Train for the Rushen Silver Band.
The two Bord Na Móna diesel locomotives in the yard at Douglas Station which have recently been purchased.
No.13 Kissack in the process of being fully repainted in Brunswick Green at the moment, in the works at Douglas Station.
The Royal Saloon F.36 which is currently in the workshops at Douglas Station in the process of being fully restored.
One of the popular Polar Express™ trains ready to depart Douglas Station with M.N.Ry. No.4 Caledonia in charge last weekend.
In the running shed at Douglas Station is No.9 Douglas being cosmetically restored by the Association for unveiling during 2025.
The railway continues to operate in the lead up to Christmas with a variety of seasonal dining trains and three further days of Polar Express™ services on 21st, 22nd and 23rd December before bringing the curtain down on a successful year with the annual New Years’ Eve dining train on 31st with a Fireman’s Brunch and Pie & Mash trains on Friday 3rd January 2025, closing the festivities with Fireman’s Brunch and Manxman Lunches on Saturday 4th January 2025. The season will then commence on Thursday 20th March. The next edition of our official journal Manx Steam Railway News is also due towards the end of January.
🎄Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year !🎄
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