In early 2024, our organisation signed a basic asset protection agreement (BAPA) with Network Rail, which essentially kickstarts our project after over 3 years of background preparation.

As a community group, we rely on the public's generosity and all donations will go solely into the restoration of the station site.

How the money will be spent

• Cost of materials.

• Equipment hire.

• Scaffolding hire.

Network Rail have waived a substantial five-figure asset protection fee, as they consider our project to be a non-recoverable community scheme. From hereon, crowdfunding will be crucial for our efforts, until we confirm an agreement with an organisation we are currently talking to with regards to funding. 

Background

I founded the Middleton Towers Restoration Group in July 2021 with one initial aim; to fully restore the former railway station site to be used by the local community. As of late 2023, we are a group of over 800 supporters, ranging from railway enthusiasts, engineers and tradespeople who want to see our community effort come into fruition.