Slaithwaite and Marsden Action on Rail Transport (or SMART for short) are calling for more members of the community to join their group.

SMART is a small organisation of local people who advocate and campaign for better rail services for Colne Valley residents using the trains for both work and pleasure.

These are interesting times for the railway in the Colne Valley. There are plans afoot to stop the local train service between Slaithwaite and Marsden, something that would significantly damage the links between the two villages.

SMART are campaigning on this and on other issues, but their relatively small number of members are feeling the strain. If you would like to find out more or get involved with the group then visit their website, email them at info@smart-rail.co.uk or go to one of their meetings. The next one will be held on Wednesday 15th of February at 7:15pm in The Commercial pub.

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