Join the Canterbury Railway Society and be part of the Ferrymead Railway

Track gang of members at work on the Main Line

The Canterbury Railway Society relies almost entirely on volunteers to restore and maintain its locomotives, rolling stock, buildings, track, administer the Society and run the Ferrymead Railway.

We are always looking for people to help us preserve New Zealand's railway heritage.  It doesn't matter if you are not a skilled tradesperson or someone with railway experience, all you need to be is a railway enthusiast and you are welcome to join us. Contact the Canterbury Railway Society.

What You Can Do on the Ferrymead Railway

The Railway needs from three to seven staff to operate trains on a running day. The positions include drivers, firepersons, cleaners for steam locomotives, guards, assistant guards, signalpersons and stationmasters. We provide all the training you need to fill these positions. 

We also need people to help restore and maintain our rolling stock and infrastructure, track and so forth. Most members wear more than one 'hat' - doing one job on work days and another on running days. You choose what you want to do!

Becoming a Society Member

The Canterbury Railway Society welcomes people interested in trains. Members' benefits include:

The yearly membership fee is NZ$35 for Full Membership and NZ$20 for  Junior or Benificiary Membership. If you don't live in Christchurch you may still be a member of the Canterbury Railway Society. We have members spread all over the world. We'll keep you up to date with what we're doing here on our web site and through the Branchlines members' newsletter, and you can come visit when you are in town.

Click here to print a copy of the Membership Application.

Supporting the Canterbury Railway Society

In addition to becoming a member there are other ways that individuals or organisations can contribute to the Canterbury Railway Society and the Ferrymead Railway.

Donate Railway Memorabilia

We find that railway enthusiasts love to collect rail momentos and memorabilia. It may be that you have something tucked away - an old Railways uniform or Railway crockery. As a Society dedicated to collecting and preserving railway heritage we gladly accept donations of railway artefacts - everything from railway pins and watches to carriages and locomotives.   Be assured that your donation will be appreciated and cared for. Contact the Society to arrange a donation.

Make a Cash Contribution

You might like to help continue the work that the Canterbury Railway Society carries out with a cash contribution.  Maintaining and restoring railway equipment is expensive and as a non-profit organisation we are always short of funds. You might also consider including us in your will. It would be a wonderful way to be remembered.

We also offer businesses outstanding promotional opportunities through sponsorship and strategic alliances. If you would like more information or a proposal showing what we offer your organisation contact our PR Team.

Ferrymead Railway Membership Application

 

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