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Originally Posted by D.O.G.F.A.N.
Are these antiquated sheds on wheels being donated free of charge to those who desire them?
Stuart
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Mostly being paid for Stuart! I think the heritage railways are buying them not for their looks, comfort or any sort of nostalgia, but as (relatively) modern, economical units which should prove useful for off peak services.
However, another three units have been donated to community groups across the North of England, via a competition for the most innovative re-use after withdrawal. The competition was run by Porterbrook Leasing and the Department of Transport. These units have gone to (or are going to) a mental health charity on Huddersfield Platform 1, Airedale NHS Trust to help improve non-clinical services and to Fagley Primary school (near Bradford) for use as a new science lab.
http://www.railtechnologymagazine.co...ers-announced-
Additionally, unit No.142033 has been acquired by South Wales Police for use in training exercises at Bridgend.
Tony