Donations
Unlike many preserved heritage railways dating from the 1950s and ’60s, the L&BR was completely dismantled in 1936, its unique locos and carriages cut up for scrap and the trackbed sold off piecemeal to over a hundred different landowners.
By 1938 all that remained were the abandoned trackbed, earthworks and bridges. This enchanting and much-loved railway was enjoyed by past generations and we can be sure that future generations will enjoy it too. North Devon sorely needs the economic boost that will come with its revival.
We are the "last great narrow-gauge adventure" we'd love to have you along for the journey.
Donate now to the Carriage Shelter Appeal
To make a donation to help preserve and enhance our unique narrow-gauge railway please use the initials below to denote which reserved fund you wish to support by stating it directly after your surname. Currently, these funds are;
- All Aboard (AA)
- Extensions Fund (EF)
- Heritage Coaches (HC)
- General Manager’s Fund’ (GM)
- Trackbed (TB)
- NEW Carriage Shelter (CS)
- Project Axe (AX) (to be announced soon)
As an example please use 'Your Name (EF)’ to donate to the Extensions Fund.
If you have declared your interest in the trust claiming Gift Aid benefit on your behalf, then any resulting Gift Aid relief will be added to your preferred fund; once successfully received from HM Charities.
In the event that the trustees decide to withdraw a reserved fund, an announcement will be issued and you will have the right for your donation to be returned or, preferably, for it to be transferred to General Funds. Please email the treasurer if you have any questions [ [email protected] ].
All donations are to the Registered Charity - the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Trust.
If you experience any difficulties at all please email [ [email protected] ].
Thank you for your support of our railway!
Click the button below to make an online donation via our online shop. If you want to make a large donation or to pay by BACS or cheque please contact the treasurer [ [email protected] ].
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