In this  first episode Alasdair talks to two experienced volunteers and  looks at the challenges and positives that come with having volunteers involved in a large scale high value Heritage Rail infrastructure project.  Alasdair heads to the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway to reminisce with former volunteer colleagues Stuart McNair and John Sreeves.Here are the links to the Railways mentioned in Episode 1.Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway: https://www.festrail.co.uk

Lynton & Barnstable Railway: https://www.lynton-rail.co.uk

Rother Valley Railway:   https://rvr.org.uk

Gloucester and Warwickshire Steam Railway:  https://www.gwsr.comYou can read about Alasdair Stewart's contribution to the Welsh Highland Railway in the publication: Welsh Highland Railway Renaissance by Gordon Rushton. Pages 216-217 : Phase 4 the Engineer's tale - published by www.adlestroppress.co.uk

This podcast is produced by Laura Raymond and presented by Alasdair Stewart

Our 'Making Tracks' music is with kind permission of composer and musician Richard Durrant. It is a unique piece inspired by the rhythm of the historic rolling stock on the Ffestiniog Railway on the scenic journey from Harbour Station to Tan y Blwch.

You can listen and download the full 'Tan y Bwlch' Ukulele Quartet here:

Ukulele Quartet No. 1 "Tan y Bwlch"

Ukulele Quartet No. 1 "Tan y Bwlch" Richard Durrant · Single · 2019 · 3 songs.