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Railway Children hosts Pullman 2024

On Thursday 9th May, in glorious sunshine, the iconic Midland Pullman set off from London Paddington on a tour of England’s beautiful countryside, with some very special guests on board.

Date: 23rd May 2024

A night to remember

In partnership with the Railway Industry Association (RIA), Railway Children’s iconic Midland Pullman tour welcomed aboard guests and corporate partners as well as Rail Minister Huw Merriman. And, for the first time this year, some of the families the charity has supported.

As guests enjoyed a luxury five-course meal and first-class entertainment from magician, Rail Minister Huw Merriman, made his way down the carriages, answering questions and stopping to speak to guests.

Ernestine, who travelled with her children as a guest of Railway Children, said:

“It was just amazing… I could see how Isaac and Zoe were happy and proud of themselves, enjoying food, drinks and snacks and talking with the rail minister. Thank you very much for such a wonderful evening.”

All proceeds from the grand tour will fund Railway Children’s work across the UK, India and Tanzania – helping children live safe, secure lives away from the streets.

Children like 16-year-old Zara who was found travelling alone on the rail network after going missing from home.

Zara had been out of school for several months, was struggling with her mental health and would not engage with support. But through regular one-to-one sessions, Railway Children practitioners got to know Zara and built her trust – and, gradually, she began to open up. Today, she is being supported to manage her emotions, re-engage with education and build for her future.

With the number of vulnerable children rising all the time, the money raised from this tour will help Railway Children reach more children, before it’s too late.

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