Class 507 Preservation

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Let's preserve a Merseyrail class 507 EMU for future generations to enjoy. See https://www.class507.org.uk/ for more info on our plans

Photo of the motor coach of the preserved class 502, with new steel welded in.
Sign at entrance to Llangollen station reading “welcome to Llangollen Railway since 1865”
George and Simon pose with the sim and stand in the waiting room at Llangollen station.
Charlie the steam driver tries his hand at driving the 507 simulator in the waiting room at Llangollen station.
View of 507001 saloon with ceiling panels removed, exposing wiring and equipment.
Merseyrail unit 507011 in "tiger stripe" livery calls at the Hunts Cross-bound platform at Liverpool South Parkway. There are passengers waiting on the opposite platform for their train.
Photo of the 507 society sales stand
NorthWestVRT Unit 2, Charley Wood Road, Kirkby Industrial Estate, Kirkby, Merseyside. L33 7SG 2026 Summer Open Day • Regular, free trips on vintage buses to Knowsley, Prescot and Kirkby • Feeder service to Headbolt Lane Station • Visiting vehicles • Newly restored buses revealed • Refreshments, selection of stalls and much more!
Police Community Support Officer tries the 507 simulator
A man dressed in a Stig-like outfit at the control of the 507 sim
Tom from the Class 507 Preservation Society talks to a group of students in the pit underneath 507001.
Great Northern Classics Planes Trains & Automobiles. Featuring Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Club. Vintage Cars. Train Simulator. Rolls-Royce Merlin Engine Fire Up. Racing Simulators. Slot Cars 9th May - 10am start In aid of Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre. Sponsored by Manthorpe Engineering and L.E.A.D. IT Services £3 Per Person. Under 16s Go Free Or £15 Per Car 274 - 278 Osmaston Road, Derby, DE24 8AE
Shaun working underneath 507001
Leyland Tiger coach alongside 507001
507001 on the test track watched by visitors
Members of the Class 507 Preservation Society stand in front of 507001 at Alstom Litchurch Lane.
Close up of 507001 in blue livery with a member of Team 507 reflected in it
Photo of the Railway Magazine “PEP Talk” feature article with pictures depicting a 507, 315 and 508
Picture of an assembled class 507 card kit in Merseytravel/Regional Railways livery.
Shaun looks at the exposed circuitry of a 507 door mechanism
Class 507 Preservation Society members pose in front of 507001 on an outdoor siding at Derby Litchurch Lane.
The Thomas Brassey Society invites you to a Railway History Day St Barnabas Village Centre, Church Square, Bromborough, CH62 7AB Saturday 14 March 2026, 10.00 —16.00 Admission: £2 adult, accompanied under 16’s Free A day of exhibitions and talks about: Thomas Brassey (The greatest railway builder in the world during the 1800’s) His work in the UK and the rest of the world Early railways & tramways in Wirral & Chester Model railway exhibition Other railway related stands Talks will take place between 11.00 and 15.00 Places limited to 20-25 attendees per talk - booking from 10 am on the day There will be a nominal cost of £1 per talk
Paul from Team 507 demonstrating the 507 simulator.
Jamie assembling the simulator driver's desk. The cab controls and displays are active, and the monitor is showing a Train Simulator splash screen
Rainhill MRC Presents Model Rail 2026 Rainhill High School, Warrington Rd, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NY Saturday 7th March 10am-5pm Sunday 8th March 10am-4.30pm Admission: Adults £8.00 Accompanied Child £1.00 Families (2+2) £17.00 Layouts & Various Traders Free Vintage Bus Between the Show and the North West Museum of Road Transport in St Helens on Sunday only www.rainhillmrc.org.uk
Rainhill MRC Presents Model Rail 2026 Rainhill High School, Warrington Rd, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NY Saturday 7th March 10am-5pm Sunday 8th March 10am-4.30pm Admission: Adults £8.00 Accompanied Child £1.00 Families (2+2) £17.00 Layouts & Various Traders Free Vintage Bus Between the Show and the North West Museum of Road Transport in St Helens on Sunday only www.rainhillmrc.org.uk
A pink heart-shaped cutout with 507001 visible inside the heart shape. Text reads "Happy Valentine's Day!" with a 'heart eyes' emoji.
507 driving car on the back of a lorry on a motorway
A black and white newspaper illustration depicting the opening of the Mersey Railway. Various images show dignitaries inspecting the trains and equipment, and enjoying hospitality in a grand dining room. The main picture shows a steam train in the tunnel with the caption CHESHIRE - LANCASHIRE
Class 507 calendar opened to January 2026 with a picture of 507001 on its low-loader heading to Derby
Image of 507001 driving car freshly unloaded at Alstom Litchurch Lane in January. Text reads "1 train preserved"
Photo of a class 507 mug, badge, wagon and calendar among other Christmas presents
Photo of the Class 507 Shop Stand as it appeared at The Greatest Gathering, with a variety of merchandise on display.
Emily Williamson reports from the cab of 507001 while operating the controls
Trailer car of 507001 looking extremely clean. Interior is lit by string lights as the main lights are off.
Photo of the 507 sales stand and simulator
A photo of Merseyrail class 507 unit 507003 leading a 6-car set into the terminus at Southport
Saturday 29th November 2025, 10am - 5pm at Rainhill High School, Warrington Rd, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NY RAINHILL Model Railway Club A Christmas Model Railway Show CHILDREN £5 ADULTS £6 Includes a visit & gift from Santa. Includes Layouts, Traders, Refreshments & Santa Claus Free Vintage Bus Between the Show and the North West Museum of Road Transport in St Helens. Also calls at Rainhill Train Station. www.rainhillmrc.org.uk facebook.com/rainhillmrc
Alstom Zephyr shunting vehicle approaches 507001 in V Shop and prepares to couple up
507001 in V Shop at Litchurch Lane works with a “not to be moved” board attached.