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Class 507 Preservation Society Committee

Changes to the committee

2nd November 2026

As we move forward with the next phase of 507001’s preservation, we have made some changes to the society’s committee. These changes are intended to ensure that people are in the most suitable roles, putting the society in the strongest possible position as we move into 2027.

Step into the cab… …of an ultra-realistic train simulator • Drive with cab controls from a real Class 507 train! • Authentic Merseyrail route • Stop at the stations – be careful not to overshoot! • Watch out for red signals! • Don’t hit the buffers! £5 10 minute drive Souvenir certificate for every driver! Pre-booking recommended. Speak to the team on the Class 507 stall now to reserve a time slot.

Llangollen Railway Heritage Railcar Gala on 17/18 October

16th October 2026

Following our successful appearance at the Classic Transport Weekend during the summer, the Class 507 Preservation Society is pleased to return to the Llangollen Railway for their Heritage Railcar Gala on the weekend of 17th and 18th October.

Cover of PEP Prototype Trains with a photo of the original PEP on the cover

Buy the new book “The Class of 1972”

30th September 2026

Now available in our online shop, a new book by Graeme Gleaves tells the story of the PEP family of units, including our own class 507.

Preview picture of Jakeso's YouTube video

Go behind the scenes of 507001’s battery test

17th September 2026

YouTuber (and Class 507 Preservation Society Member) Jake Jones went behind the scenes of 507001’s recent battery tests.

Front cover of calendar showing 507001

Calendars and more in our online shop

16th September 2026

Our popular class 507 calendar is back for 2027, this time featuring pictures contributed by our members and supporters.

507001 reflected in a pool of rainwater at Litchurch Lane.

Batteries Included! 507001 overpowers its third rail limitation

2nd September 2026

A milestone in electric railway preservation was achieved yesterday by the Class 507 Preservation Society – the first conversion of a preserved electric multiple unit to battery operation in Britain.

Front cover of 507001 calendar showing 001 in the shed at Derby.

Calendar Competition

21st July 2026

Our calendars for 2025 and 2026 proved very popular with Merseyrail fans and the wider enthusiast community, so naturally we will be producing one for 2027.

Driving the 507 simulator on board 507001

Class 507 Simulator makes Welsh debut at Llangollen Railway Classic Transport Weekend

30th June 2026

Visitors to this year’s Classic Transport Weekend at the Llangollen and Corwen Railway will have the rare opportunity to take the controls of a Class 507 train when an exclusive driving simulator makes an appearance at one of the UK’s premier heritage transport events.

Class 507 Preservation Logo

Class 507 Preservation Society at IMechE

4th June 2026

Our head of engineering Tom Camps has been invited to speak to the The North Western Centre of the Railway Division of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on 9th June.

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!

Class 507 Simulator at NWVRT Running Day

2nd June 2026

Join us this Sunday 7th June at the North West Vehicle Restoration Trust’s Summer Open Day in Kirkby. We will be there with our sales stand and the 507 cab simulator! Plus plenty of vintage bus rides and other groups attending too!