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£3,260 raised in one evening for the Railway Family 🎉 Thank you to everyone at the @RailwayStudy Annual Dinner, where we were proud to be chosen as the charity partner. And we're back for 2027. Book now 👇🏽 lnkd.in/eUrGdPaM #Charity #UKRailIndustry #Raffle
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Sir Andrew Haines gives to @RBF1858 every month. "I have pledged to support Railway Benefit Fund in their mission to help the people of the UK rail industry by giving regularly every month, and I encourage you to join me. railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/do… #RailwayFamily #UKRail
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From Victorian friendly societies to today's Railway Pension Scheme 🚂, our trustee Mick Cash,a former @RMTunion General Secretary, tells how railway workers fought for security in old age in 'A Source of Blessing'. A must-read: asourceofblessing.com/ #RailwaySecurity #UKRail
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Congrats to Sarah Kemp for completing the 2026 #GreatNorthRun, raising £400+ for @RBF1858🏃‍♀️ RBF: fundraising volunteers like Sarah "make all the difference" for railway people in need. Well done, Sarah👏🏽 #GreatNorthRun #Railpen justgiving.com/page/sarah-ke… #Railway #fundraiser
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⏳ 2 weeks left to nominate a railway superstar #HeartofGoldAwards💛 Six chances to say a proper thank you. Thank you to our sponsors @FurrerFrey @AvantiWestCoast @HealthShield @AmaroSignalling @CMACGroup @Railpen 👇🏽railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #RailwaySuperstars #RailwayFamily
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This Sunday, @SarahKemp is running the @greatnorthrun_ for us. Thank you🏃‍♀️ Her JustGiving page is linked below, and honestly, around mile 10, every donation notification might be what keeps her legs moving😏 justgiving.com/page/sarah-ke…. #Volunteering #fundraise
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Heading to the @RailFreightGrp Awards on Thursday as this year's charity partner 🙏🏽 Also running a raffle in support of the Railway Family; grab a ticket & help support the wider railway community 🎟️🚆 👉🏽rfg.org.uk/awards/ #RFGAwards #RailwayFamily #Freight
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Excited to be exhibiting at RIN Derby this year. Great people, great network, and vital support for the railway industry- needed now more than ever. Come say hello and find out how you can help us support the Railway Family ❤️ Free entry & parking 👇 rinevents.co.uk/
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#ChildrensFund Whether terms have started or are days away, this time of year brings real pressure for many families. If you're struggling, or know someone in the Railway Family who is, check your eligibility for support👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fi… #SchoolUniform #Children
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#ChildrensFund Uniforms, shoes, stationery- it all adds up. If back-to-school costs are worrying you or someone you know, our Children's Fund could help. Get in touch to check eligibility 👇 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fi… #ChildrensFund #BackToSchool #Railway
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Day 6: The Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by @railpen . 2025 winner Jennifer Williams, @northernassist, 60 years of service and passion for passengers. Celebrate someone today for our 2026 Awards👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #LifetimeAchievement #Dedication #UKRail
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Day 5: The Inspirational Volunteer Award, sponsored by @CMACgroupUK 2025 winner Don Coffey, @TPExpressTrains : "I never sought glory, but this industry has been wonderful in its support." Nominate today👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #UKRail #Volunteer #Support
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Day 4: The Star Team Award, sponsored by @AmaroSignalling 2025 winners @greatestgather, @Alstom : "We wanted to inspire the next generation of railway workers." Nominate a team👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #Alstom #Railway200 #Rail
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Day 3: The Wellbeing Champion Award, sponsored by @HealthShieldUK 2025 winner Sam Passmore, @WestMidRailway : "Railway people are getting the support and help they need. I feel so proud" Nominate today👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #Wellbeing #RailwayPeople #MentalHealth
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Day 2 of our 💛Heart of Gold Awards: the Rail Hero Award, sponsored by @AvantiWestCoast 2025 winner Chris Bray, @DRSgovuk : "I was just doing my job. These awards recognise the things that happen behind the scenes." Know a hero? 👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #UKRail #RailHero
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Nominations are open for our 2026 Heart of Gold Awards💛 Today: the Rising Star Award, sponsored by @FurrerFreyGB 2025 winner Zoe Flannagan, @AvantiWestCoast : "These awards matter because rail is really about the people." Nominate👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… #Awards #Rail
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#HeartofGoldAwards Click the link below and nominate someone who deserves to be recognised for all they do. With 6 categories, there's a place for everyone💛 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… Thank you to our sponsors🙏🏽 #RailwayFamily #RailwaySuperstars #UKRailIndustry
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#HeartofGoldAwards Nominations for our 8th Heart of Gold Awards are now officially open 💛 If you know someone who deserves recognition? Now's the time to tell their story👇🏽 railwaybenefitfund.org.uk/fu… Thank you to all our sponsors🙏🏽 #Awards #RailwayFamily #Hero #UKRail
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🚂 Over £40,000 raised in our Auction of Rail Experiences; thank you. To everyone who bid, and every organisation that donated an experience: you gave generosity and pure Railway Family spirit👇🏽 go.eventgroovefundraising.co… #Auction #ThankYou #UKRail
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