We are the charity responsible for restoring the unique Liverpool-Southport Class 502 Electric Multiple Unit, built by the LMS in 1939-40.
Burscough, Lancashire, UK
Joined October 2010
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1970s Merseyrail system map, from 1972. Liverpool Exchange still handling the Southport trains.
@rincew1nd
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On 12th July 2026 @TheMTTrust will be holding its annual open door event at Burscough. There will be a chance to see the MTT's collection along with the Class 502 which will be open to view.
ALT MERSEYSIDE TRANSPORT TRUST presents... West Lancs Classic Bus Running Day SUNDAY 12th JULY 2026 Buses running a selection of routes around West Lancs linking with local attractions And a chance to see the MTT's collection See www.mttrust.org.uk for more details
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The Sefton Sparkler Sunday 3 November - Class 507 EMU farewell raising funds for @merseyrail good causes. Tickets are now available for sale: branchline.uk
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We’ve secured the funds to move 507001, but what exactly is involved in moving rail vehicles by road?
Back in 2012 our friends @Class502 had to move their historic LMS unit from Tebay to Burscough, and the event was captured on video.
youtu.be/c5NECY0uLP4
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The April 2024 issue of @railwaysillus is a bumper source of news for Merseyrail preservationists, with an article about ourselves as well as news about the @class502 and class 503 units. Issue 254 is out now in newsagents, or online at railwaysillustrated.com
ALT Front cover of Railways Illustrated, depicting three class 37 locomotives lined up with the headline “Lights, camera, traction!”
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Relive the @BLSFixtures 5:08 Sunset Tour courtesy of this lovely video from @Merseyrail youtu.be/Oz0EQM_1C9I
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Loving the headboard on 508141 on today’s “5:08 sunset” tour. 😍
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Unfortunately, the time has come for the 309. No home found with disposal our only other option Unit available free to a good home. Please read this statement in full and get in touch if you feel you could help in any way.
Please share and RT to help keep the unit in one piece.
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Sandhills station opened In 1850, here it is the late 1980s, the old blocked up tunnel under the old booking office was in use for freight to Sandon & Canada Dock good station till 1969. 😪 #merseyrail #liverpool #railway #sandhills #station #oldliverpoolrailways
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We had a very special passenger last week... Benjamin, who celebrated his 7th birthday travelling with us! 🥳 🎈
He even bought a Merseyrail wooden train with his birthday money 🚆 We hope you had a great day Benjamin!
You can buy your own any Mtogo store today!
#FeelGoodFriday
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13 years ago today the very first object arrived at the museum - an object so large that the gallery had to be built around it!
Can you tell what it is from this photo? Find out and read more about the huge operation to get it installed here 👇
liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/stor…
#OTD
ALT Huge object on wheels, wrapped in protective covering with clear sides and the museum logo, on the back of a long flat bed lorry outside the museum with the Liver Building in the background
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Our annual openday approaches, the annual chance to view the our collection, view the work which has taken place over the year and ride around West Lancashire on preserved buses
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The SERA has carried out a review of the items in its collection and concluded there is little chance of Liverpool Overhead Car 7 ever being restored and the body is offered free to a new home. Details at emus.co.uk/lor7ad.htm
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The Merseyrail soft toy trains are back in stock at all Mtogo stores! 🤩🚂
The perfect gift for any train fan, priced at £19.99 each or 2 for £30. get yours now while stocks last! 💨
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Detailed discussions have been opened with Beacon Rail Leasing and Arlington Fleet Services to secure the first built Class 313 unit for preservation.
It is hoped that an agreement will be reached in order for the unit to be kept at Eastleigh Works in operational condition.
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🎉 COMPETITION TIME 🎉
To celebrate our Eurovision-branded train, we're giving away a model of one of the new 777 trains to the person who captures the best image of the train.
To enter, post your photo on Twitter and tag @Merseytravel with the hashtag #EurovisionTrainLCR.
ALT Image of Class 777 train decorated in Eurovision-branding
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It's a wrap! Our @Eurovision themed 777 train is ready for the party! @bbceurovision #Eurovision2023
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We’re biased of course, but the answer has to be YES 🤩
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🤩MERSEYRAIL WOODEN TRAINS🤩
Merseyrail wooden trains are now on sale! 🚊
You can get yours at any of Merseyrail's 4 Mtogo stores now for £17.99!
Mtogo stores can be found at Liverpool Central, Hamilton Square, Liverpool South Parkway and Southport station.
#merseyrail #train
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Join us @Bloom_Building next Saturday and learn more about exciting plans for our transport collection.
We'd love to hear what you think. With talks, music, crafts and refreshments, transport enthusiasts young & old are welcome! 🚗🎶🖍️
Book: liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/what… 📸@petecarr
ALT Row of motor vehicles