Contact Us

The 5029 Support Group is always looking for new members to help maintain this fine example of the GWR's 'Castle' class. We are a small, yet dedicated group of volunteers who not only look after the upkeep of the locomotive, which includes virtually every aspect of locomotive maintenance, but also form the core of the Support Crew when 5029 is operating on the mainline and preserved railways.

While practical skills of any kind would be useful, it is not essential, nor do you need any previous experience working with steam locomotives. The essential requirements are enthusiasm for the project, a sense of humour and to be comfortable working in a team. We have a work day the first Saturday of each month, why not come along and meet like minded people enjoying the Power of Steam?

The lead members of the Support Group are Ian Payne and Richard Preston. If you would like to know more about joining our Support Group or trying a work day, you can send an E-mail or contact one of them using the numbers given below.

Ian Payne
07961 319 503

Richard Preston
07836 222 661