Mini Railway Crew
Organisation
Royal Gunpowder Mills
The mini railway runs on public days. People of all ages visiting the site can have a ride on the carriages along the track, through the trees up the west side of the site and back. The Mini Railway is also a fun way for visitors to get to the station for our Narrow Gauge Railway.
There are various tasks and responsibilities involved in running the mini trains for passengers. Volunteer Crew need to work together as a team to ensure the passengers enjoy their rides safely. We need volunteers to welcome and assist visitors as they approach the station, be the whistle blowing ‘Station Master\’, assist passengers on and off the carriages, drive the trains and help with setting up and shutting down each day. There are also other tasks if you are keen to help with the ‘behind the scenes’ work of maintaining the rolling stock and track, but that is up to you.
As guided by the experienced volunteers and dependant on the time/tasks offered/accepted –
Station Master-Welcome visitors and assist them on and off the carriages.
Driver-Complete the training and pass an assessment to then drive the train, carrying passengers.
Guard-Ensure the safety and comfort of the passengers on the platform and carriages.
What skills do I need?
Ability and willingness to understand and follow the rules/procedures to enable them to work in safety.
Interests
- Environment, outdoors
Activities
- Community work, outreach
- Driving
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Disability and Access Support
- Driving Licence & Vehicle Required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Fundraise
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Wheelchair Access
- Written role description
Dates and times
Start date: 01/01/2026
End date: 30/11/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| PM | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Eve | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability details
Usually 10:00am – 4:30pm. Sundays and occasional weekdays.
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