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Mick York

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Michael (Mick) York joined the Severn Valley Railway Society in 1966 and was a director of SVR(H) between 1975 and 2021. He is also a SVR(H) Vice-President. Mick is self-employed, running his own courier business.

He has served as Chairman twice. He succeeded David Owen in 1993, in what he believed would be just a ‘holding’ capacity, saying: “I’ll take it on for six months”. In fact his tenure of office lasted six years. He was elected Chairman for a second time in 2002, succeeding Paul Fathers, and remained at the helm for a further nine years. He served in the role of either Chairman or Vice Chairman for more than 20 years until 19 July 2011, handing over to Nick Paul. “I’m 66 now, and it’s time for a change”, he said.[1]

In 2008 as SVR Chairman he was awarded the Transport Trust 'Preservationist of the Year' award for "...leading his organisation through a tremendous struggle against the adversity caused by a natural disaster."[2]

Mick is one of the members of the Master Neverers Association.

See also

References

  1. ↑ SVR Press Release 25 July 2011 (Retrieved 20 April 2019)
  2. ↑ Transport Trust web site
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For 101 years between 1862 and 1963, the Severn Valley Railway formed part of the national railway network, running for 40 miles between Hartlebury and Shrewsbury. Established as a separate company, it was mainly operated by the Great Western Railway (GWRGreat Western Railway) and later by British Railways (BRBritish Rail or British Railways).

The present day Severn Valley Railway (SVRSevern Valley Railway) was established in 1965 to preserve part of the line as a heritage railway. Today it has six stations and two halts and runs for 16 miles along the Severn Valley between Bridgnorth in Shropshire and Kidderminster in Worcestershire, following the course of the River Severn for much of its route. Operations involve a mixture of steam and heritage diesel-hauled services.

This unofficial website is a project aimed to collect information and record events relating to the SVRSevern Valley Railway, both past and present.

For timetables, fare information, and news about special events, please visit the SVR Official Website. Other news and information of interest to members, shareholders and enthusiasts can be found on SVRLive.

In April 2023 the SVRSevern Valley Railway announced the launch of a Survival Fund to enable it to overcome the current financial crisis and implement longer-term plans for its future. Information and details of how to donate may be found on the SVRSevern Valley Railway's Survival Fund page.

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