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You can use this page to access the latest IWSR Newsletter, sign up for trips and events, renew your Staff Card, and find out about other opportunities and training available to our volunteers.

At present we’re still putting together all the things you’ll eventually be able to use this page for, but for now you can renew your Staff Card, or sign up for the latest trips and activities using the forms and links below.

IWSR VOLUNTEER & STAFF NEWSLETTER – FEBRUARY 2025
HRA NEWS – Winter 2024/25

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IWSR VOLUNTEER TRIPS AND OPPORTUNITIES

WIN TICKETS TO ‘JACK UP THE 60s’ WITH THE ZOOTS
Saturday 29th March, 7:30pm, Shanklin Theatre

We have a pair of tickets (worth £25 each!) to give away to a lucky volunteer for this fabulous 60s showcase!

Here’s the chance to escape back to the sixties this March! Returning by very popular demand, we’re turning the clock back to the most defining decade of the 20th century signified by iconic fashion, symbolic historical moments and ground-breaking music.

A stunning stage show hosted by Jack Up favourites – The Zoots!

Jack Up The 60s will bring back memories of the golden age of music brought to life live on stage by multi-talented 5-piece band The Zoots. This is THE 60s show that’s wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the London Palladium to Old Trafford. Feel the groove that’s thrilled audiences of stage and screen and brought the swinging Sixties back to more than 30 countries!

CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE TICKET DRAW
Visit the event website to buy tickets


WIN TICKETS TO A NIGHT OF 1000 FREDDIES
Queen Tribute ‘The Bohemians’ at Shanklin Theatre – Saturday 1st February 7:30-9:45pm

You’ve seen the movie, you’ve enjoyed the musical, you’ve lived through the music… Now experience a truly memorable re-enactment of Queen live on stage. This event has completely SOLD OUT two years running, and we have a pair of tickets (worth £26 each!) to give away to a lucky volunteer.

The Bohemians genuinely ARE the closest you can get to the real thing!

Back by popular demand, The Bohemians high energy show has earned them the reputation of the world’s most exciting Queen tribute act. Their special extended set featuring full staging, lighting, backdrops and pyrotechnics combines the showmanship, musicianship, costumes and majestic magnificence of the incredible Queen.

This internationally renowned tribute band have played on the same bill as legendary Queen guitarist Brian May! They promise to take you on an electrifying roller-coaster ride, covering all the hits, from the early piano and harmony-heavy masterpieces of the seventies to the later, catchy pop of the eighties and rock anthems of the early nineties.

Come dressed as Freddie or any other member of Queen and get ready to rock in the aisles!

Whether it’s Killer Queen, Crazy Little Thing Called Love or The Show Must Go OnBohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You or We Are the Champions, prepare for a rousing rendition of the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic bands of all time.

THIS DRAW IS NOW CLOSED – Tickets won by Malcolm Hector (Operating/Events)
EVENT WEBSITE AND BUY TICKETS


Previous Event Ticket Draws & Winners

2025
A Night of 1000 Freddies, Jack Up Events @ Shanklin Theatre – Malcolm Hector (Operating/Events)
50 Glorious Years as Brian: Charles Collingwood, Jack Up Events @ Shanklin Theatre – Bob Cole (Operating), Carole Barry (Events), Suzanne Allen (Operating), and Tony Butt (Train Story)

2024
Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair – Roger Colman (Estates)
Beaulieu – Jenny Dimmock (Retail)
Isle of Wight Festival – John Haddon (Estates)
High Sheriff’s Reception – Edouina Kearney (Admin) & Suzanne Allen (Operating)
Jack Up Events ABBA Chique Party – Alan Doe (Operating/Rail Infrastructure)
Royal Isle of Wight County Show – Mike Salter (Loco Operating)
Ventnor Fringe, Back to Black: The Music of Amy Winehouse – Dave Smith (Rail Infrastructure)
Ventnor Fringe, Revel Puck Circus: The Nosedive Assembly – Paul Robinson (Operating/Events/Bar Staff)
Chale Show – Sue Sedley (Operating; Booking Clerks)
Jack Up Events Summer Party – Ken Beamish (Carriage & Wagon)
Wight Proms Festival – John Blair (Train Story)
Buckler’s Hard Museum – Ian Hammond (Train Story)

2023
Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair – Mick Anderson (Operating)
Cowes Fringe – Annette Bird (Train Story)
Isle of Wight Festival – Freddie Daybles-Thompson (Locomotive Engineering)
Royal Isle of Wight County Show – Phil Wyatt (Estates)
Jack Up Events ABBA Chique Party – Bernadette Banner (Carriage & Wagon)
Ventnor Fringe (Aretha Franklin Story) – Geoffrey Purdue (Administrative Support)
Chale Show – Fiona Haddon (Estates)
Jack Up the Party – Vicky Gooders-Graham (Estates)

OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES & BENEFITS


20% off Ferry Travel with Wightlink

The Steam Railway is extremely grateful to our partners Wightlink, who offer all volunteers a 20% discount on cross-Solent travel.
Save 20% on foot, car, and motorcycle ferry fares. Discounted tickets can only be booked through this page – click the Wightlink logo to book! 

20% off ferry travel with Wightlink terms and conditions

  • This offer can only be booked online.
  • Offer is valid on foot, car, and motorcycle products.
  • The 20% Discount will appear at Stage 3 (Journey Extras) of the booking process.
  • You MUST enter your Staff ID Number (found on your Staff Card beginning STA) in the reference field box to complete the booking (at Stage 4). You may need to show your card at check-in – please make sure your card has not expired. You can request a replacement using the form above if required.
  • We reserve the right to modify or cancel the offers at any time.
  • Tesco Clubcard Reward Partner Codes will not be accepted as part or full payment of tickets.
  • Discounts apply to new bookings only; no refunds will be given in retrospect.
  • Wightlink General Conditions for provision of Ferry Services apply and can be found www.wightlink.co.uk/terms.

75% off cross-Solent Travel with Hovertravel

The Steam Railway is extremely grateful to our partners Hovertravel, who offer all volunteers a 75% discount on cross-Solent travel via the discount code IOWSR75HT – flights must be booked online and the code entered in the Promo Code field during the booking. A valid Staff Card must be shown on check in to confirm eligibility.

Terms & Conditions

This discount is available online only using the promo code above at the checkout.
• Not available in the terminal or over the phone.
• Discount available on standard adult, senior, student and child single, day and period returns only.
• Discount not valid on Family tickets.
• Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers, discounts or combos.
• Valid for one member and up to 4 companions (must travel together on same ticket).
• Promo code must not be shared, other than those it is intended for use.
• Staff ID must be shown at the boarding gate or extra charges may apply.
• This offer is valid for bookings and travel until 31/12/2025.
• Standard Hovertravel booking Terms & Conditions apply.
• Hovertravel reserve the right to withdrawn if not used in accordance to the terms and conditions as stated above.

HOVERTRAVEL WEBSITE


Heritage Railway Association Privilege Card 2025

The HRA Privilege Card is for the exclusive use of working volunteers who currently work on UK heritage railways.  It is valid for twelve months (March-February), and allows the pass holder plus one accompanying person to travel on most heritage railways in the UK at either a reduced fare or in most cases free of charge. The accompanying person does not need to be a railway volunteer.

I am pleased to confirm that the cost of the pass for 2025/26 will be £42, so it only takes two or three visits to cover the cost!

You are now able purchase your card online.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

If you are unable to purchase your card online then you can still pay for your HRA Privilege Card by cash, credit card, or cheque (made payable to the ISLE OF WIGHT RAILWAY CO. LTD). Please contact Liz King Sales & Marketing Assistant to arrange this.

Please note that HRA Privilege Cards may not be purchased by, or for, family members or other persons who are not working volunteers.

A list of the participating railways (with their conditions if any), is available on the HRA website and will be sent to you with your pass. Please bear in mind that some heritage railways may not give free travel during their special events, so it is a good idea to check with your chosen railway before visiting!   It is hoped that when visiting other railways you will support them by spending in their cafeteria and/or shop!

The Heritage Railway Association (HRA) is our “umbrella” or “trade” organisation, which supports and advises member railways. The £42 charge for the Privilege Card goes towards the costs of running the organisation, and helps keep our annual subscription to the HRA as low as possible.


Free PSA Testing for Men over 40

The PSA Test is a blood test which can detect the early signs of prostate cancer. The test measures the level of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) in your blood. PSA is made by the prostate gland. Some of it will leak into your blood, and the amount depends on your age and the health of your prostate.

A raised PSA level in your blood may show that you have a problem with your prostate. However, this may not be prostate cancer, other conditions can also cause a raised PSA level. All men over 40 are able to visit one of the PSA testing sessions run by the Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group, as long as they have made an informed choice based on the benefits, limitations and risks of having the test.

You can find out more at the Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group website, where you can also BOOK A TEST.

VOLUNTEER & STAFF CLOTHING

Volunteers and Staff can now request replacement IWSR Branded Showerproof Jackets or Polo Shirts by contacting their line manager who will then order the necessary items from the Office.