Heartbeats of the Heartbeat line honoured by North Yorkshire Moors Railway for 50 years golden service – The Yorkshire Post says
However this was only made possible by the amateur rail enthusiasts who continue to pull out all the stops along this iconic route after the cessation of train services between Malton and Whitby fell victim to the short-sighted Beeching cuts more than half a century ago.
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Hide AdThese include 10 volunteers who have been working on the railway since trains started running between Pickering and Grosmont in 1969 in the aftermath of a successful campaign.
Now saluted by the NYMR team for their dedication, they deserve to be respected and cherished as the heartbeat – and very essence – of Heartbeat country. If only the rest of the rail network enjoyed such exemplary service...