’Box reopened
NENE Valley Railway’s Orton Mere signalbox was ceremonially reopened on March 9. The ’box was damaged in an arson attack on March 13, 2023. A sponsored walk undertaken by two local boys, who have since become NVR volunteers, raised over £15,000. The building has been refurbished by NVR volunteers and Stamford-based contractor Handy Hobman. Guests arrived at the ’box on a special train hauled by Hudswell Clarke 0-6-0T No. 1800 Thomas. A plaque was unveiled by NVR chairman Michael Purcell and Honorary President Miranda Rock.
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