The Mid Cheshire Railway Line
The Mid Cheshire Railway Line
The Mid Cheshire Railway Line passes through the beautiful, scenic Mid Cheshire countryside linking Chester and Manchester.
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The Mid Cheshire
Community Rail Partnership
The Mid Cheshire Community Rail Partnership was founded in 2003 to promote increased usage of the Mid Cheshire Railway Line and to develop and improve facilities along the route.
The Partnership is made up of key stakeholders along the Mid Cheshire Line including Cheshire Association of Local Councils, Cheshire East Council, Cheshire West & Chester Council, Forestry Commission, Knutsford Town Council, Mid Cheshire Rail Users Association, Network Rail, Northern Railways, Northwich Town Council, Stockport Council, Trafford Council, Transport for Greater Manchester.
Latest News
Northwich Station Railway 200 Art Launch
On the morning of Friday 30th May invited guests gathered at Northwich Station to see the unveiling of 9 art panels by Northwich based artist Jim Stanley. Jim is getting a name for himself in the town and beyond for his signature monochrome style works having also created pieces for Witton Albion Football Club and Radio Northwich and he was also commissioned to produce artwork for a whiskey company. (more…)
Crewe to Manchester Community Rail Officer Role
Your chance to join the Crewe to Manchester CRP Team. The role is wide ranging with unique challenges and opportunities representing two Community Rail Partnerships and their overarching management group. Projects within the role are varied. You will work closely with Friends of Station groups, Train Operating Companies, Council/Network Rail officers, Councillors, community groups, residents, businesses and other key stakeholders to support the work of a local community rail partnership. The role offers the opportunity to be part of economic and social improvements and to support sustainability and health in our communities. Recent projects include: art displays, development and promotion of walks, rail safety promotion and minor station improvements. Click here to find out more and apply…
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Mid Cheshire Line Music Trains
Wednesday 14 May
Chester to The Golden Pheasant at Plumley
We have THE LYNCHPINS, who are back for 2025 after a successful Music Train debut last year.
They are a wonderful four-piece band playing and singing Irish jigs, reels and ballads playing a huge variety of instruments. Their music appeals to everyone who enjoys the fun of traditional dance music and well-known popular songs.
And the second part of the double bill is…… DAVE VAUGHAN. Dave cut his teeth at Northwich Folk Club and has a well-earned reputation as a powerful and committed unaccompanied singer with a huge repertoire of songs that span the folk tradition
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