Grimsby - Louth Railway Preservation Society

The Society (GLRPS) supports the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway by raising funds to support work/projects to be undertaken.

Why was the GLRPS formed?

In March 1978 a letter appeared in the Grimsby Evening Telegraph suggesting that a group be formed with the aim of fighting to keep open the rail link between Grimsby and Keddington Road, Louth. They undertook fundraising and lobbying under the name The Grimsby-Louth Group, and when the line finally closed in the last days of 1980 the name was changed to The Grimsby Louth Railway Preservation Society. For legal reasons the line could not be sold to a preservation society as it was not a limited company and therefore the line was sold to the LWR under its old name The Great Northern & East Lincolnshire Railway plc.

How can you help?

You can give your support by becomming a member and by doing so you will receive 3 copies of the newsletter 'On the Line' each year to keep you up-to-date with events. You will also receive 25% discount off travel at Ludborough when you showa current membership card. Discount does not apply to special events e.g. 1940s Weekend and Santa Specials. The membership year runs from April - March with renewals being sent out yearly during March. If you would like to join us simply complete an application form. You may also wish to become a volunteer with LWR, if so please ring 01507 363881 for further information.