Wensleydale Railway Volunteering Day – Monday 21 September 2026
Join Women in Rail Yorkshire on Monday 21 September 2026 for a hands on volunteering day on the Wensleydale Railway on, set in the scenic Yorkshire Dales. This is a practical, outdoor experience supporting work to reopen the heritage line between Leyburn and Redmire. It is a chance to build your understanding of track maintenance while contributing to a live railway project.
What to expect
You will take part in real track maintenance activity. Tasks may include:
- Sleeper top clearance
- Sleeper replacement
- Rail joint lubrication
- Vegetation clearance
The exact work will be confirmed on the day following a safety briefing.
Timings
- 08:30 Meet at Wensley level crossing
- 10:30 Break
- 12:00 Lunch
- 14:00 Break
- 16:00 Finish
Event information
- This is physical outdoor work on a live railway environment
- PPE is required. As a minimum: safety boots and high visibility vest – Please let us know in advance if you are unable to provide these items
- Gloves and safety glasses are also recommended
Please bring
- A packed lunch
- Plenty of drinks and snacks
- Sunscreen or weather appropriate clothing
Other notes
- Parking will be available in the small yard next to the level crossing; our volunteers will greet you, provide a safety brief and explain the day’s activities
- Toilets will be available on or near site
Location
- Wensley Level Crossing, DL8 4AF
- Meeting point via What3Words:
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Booking
Places are limited to 12 and are expected to fill quickly – registrations will close on Monday 31 August 2026
Book now to secure your place or join the waiting list Yorkshire@womeninrail.org
About Wensleydale Railway
Find out more about the railway and its work:
Some photos above of previous volunteer days, showing the type of work envisaged
