LYR 47 Blackpool Club Car

LYR 47 Blackpool Club Car built  1912 (Newton Heath) for exclusive use of businessmen commuting between Blackpool and Manchester. Underframe removed when withdrawn by British Railways in 1951, body then used as a cricket pavilion at Borrowash, Derbyshire.  Purchased from Redrow Homes for £1 in 1993 prior to site redevelopment. Restoration in progress using underframe from a BR standard suburban carriage.

Building on the generosity of donations for replacement chairs, funding is now being sought for a ‘final push’ on the restoration principally replacement of the heating system, carpet, tables, one interior door and exterior painting and lining. This is anticipation of being able to bring the coach into service in late 2009 or early 2010, in good time to complete any remaining jobs so that it can celebrate its 2012 centenary in style.

Click here for latest fund raising for Club Carriage final push.

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