The following events have been scheduled, but can be subject to change, so do check again before setting out. The asterisk (*) denotes FBL involvement or event; non members are welcome to these unless stated otherwise. Bear in mind that events may be amended or cancelled if COVID-19 restrictions are in force.
2023
15 September to 31 December
Tracks, Smacks and Sunhats; How the early years of the railway shaped Grimsby and Cleethorpes exhibition at Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre.
Thursday 23rd November
One of Rob Foxon's celebrated film shows entitled Giants of Steam to be held from 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall in Cleethorpes. £7.00 at the door. Enquiries 0116 289 0531.
Saturday 9th December *
FBL group visit to the railway exhibition at the Fishing Heritage Centre at Grimsby (see above). Suggested meeting time 11am.
Saturday 16th December
BCCRP Santa Special on the 09:50 train from Barton and the 10:54 from Cleethorpes with free treats for the children. Normal fares apply.
2024
Saturday 13th January *
FBL New Year lunch from 1pm at the Tredici Italian pizza restaurant at 15 Abbeygate, Grimsby. Expressions of interest via chairman@bartonrail.org.uk, please.
Thursday 18th January *
FBL OGM at the No. 1 inn at Cleethorpes railway station from 7pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.
Friday/Saturday 1st/2nd March *
175th anniversary of the opening of the branch line from New Holland to Barton. Details to follow.
Wednesday 20th March *
FBL OGM at the White Swan inn at Barton interchange from 6pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.
Friday 22nd March *
Lions on the Line convivial visit to inns at Stallingborough, Ulceby, Habrough and Barton departing 17:54 from Barton railway station. No need to book, just come along, everyone welcome. (To be confirmed)
Thursday 16th May *
FBL OGM at the No. 1 inn at Cleethorpes railway station from 7pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.
Wednesday 17th July *
FBL AGM and OGM at the White Swan inn at Barton interchange from 6pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.
Thursday 19th September *
FBL OGM at the No. 1 inn at Cleethorpes railway station from 7pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.
Wednesday 20th November *
FBL OGM at the White Swan inn at Barton interchange from 6pm. Members and their invited guests only, please.