Our latest publications

Engaging local media

This guide aims to help you engage with local media to secure positive coverage that can assist in raising profile and awareness. It offers advice on developing working relationships with journalists and media outlets and tips on identifying and writing eye-catching stories and content. It offers guidance on who to contact and when, advice on putting together press releases for local media, and suggestions on how to link press coverage to your wider work.
Download PDF

National landscapes and community rail

This guidance explores how Community Rail Network members can engage with national landscapes, showcasing examples and providing advice on working together to encourage and promote sustainable, car-free journeys.
Download PDF

Engaging local media webinar

This online learning session is hosted by Rob Lowson, writer and researcher with Community Rail Network and a former journalist. Rob provides advice on developing working relationships with journalists and media outlets, and share tips on identifying and writing eye-catching stories and content
Visit website

Managing change through the COVID19 pandemic

A short resource to assist those who are . This resource explores change as a process, understanding why you may feel difficult emotions when experiencing change and how you can look after yourself when things get tough.
Download PDF