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Travel support and attendance bursaries

We are committed to making the Community Rail Awards as inclusive and accessible as possible. To support this aim we are pleased to offer the following, on a first-come-first-served basis:

  • A limited number of complimentary rail tickets, courtesy of Rail Delivery Group – shortlistees can apply for two complimentary, flexible return rail tickets to the Awards presentation event in Leeds.
  • A limited number of attendance bursaries – shortlistees can apply for a bursary, to support individuals and groups who may otherwise face financial barriers to attending the Awards presentation event. Note: these bursaries are only issued to shortlistees, where their train operator is unable to support their accommodation/other expenses, and where they do not have access to other funds for this purpose.

Shortlisting emails will be sent on Wednesday 9 December 2026, to the email address you provide on your submission. This will also include more information and the application forms for rail tickets and the bursary.

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