- produces a quarterly journal 'Forward' which is free to all members
- holds an archive of material related to the GCR
- provides a forum for answering queries regarding the GCR
- arranges meetings for all members twice a year - the AGM in April/May and an Autumn meeting in October
- encourages the formation of regional groups - at present these exist in Rotherham (Wickersley), Chesterfield (Spinkhill) and Central London (Euston)
- has restored and resited the GCR War Memorial at Sheffield along with the production of a Roll of Honour
- actively encourages cooperation between all groups with an interest in the GCR
Information about theGreat Central Railway Society
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The Great Central Railway Society (GCRS) exists to promote an historical interest in the Great Central Railway (GCR) which existed until the Grouping of 1923 when it became part of the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER). We are often confused with the present day heritage railway operation based at Loughborough which is called The Great Central Railway.
To achieve this the Society
The Society was formed in 1974 when a small group of like-minded people held a meeting in London. Since then the membership has grown to 500.
The Society is financed by members' subscriptions (£14 per annum) and by the sale of books and magazines donated to the society.
The Society is run by the officers (chairman, secretary and treasurer) and a committee who are elected at the Annual General Meeting.
Applications for membership can be made by printing off the application form, filling it in and sending it to the Membership Secretary (Eric Latusek, 41 Spire Hollin, Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 7BJ) along with a cheque for the appropriate subscription. If you require further details regarding membership, the Membership Secretary can be contacted at ericlatusek@btinternet.com.
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