Class 507 Preservation Profile Banner
Class 507 Preservation Profile
Class 507 Preservation

@class_507

661
Followers
87
Following
83
Media
459
Statuses

We are the Class 507 Preservation Society; we want to preserve 507001 for future generations of Merseysiders.

Liverpool
Joined October 2023
Don't wanna be here? Send us removal request.
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
We were looking forward to announcing we had received ยฃ10,000 in donations, but sadly we canโ€™tโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ˜” โ€ฆbecause we have got ELEVEN THOUSAND! Thanks to all who have pledged for your incredible generosity! Shall we keep going? Stretch goals announced soon!
9
23
170
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
16 days
Twilight for the 507s
Tweet media one
3
13
155
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Look at this absolute unit ๐Ÿ˜
5
16
121
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
We are now at over SEVEN THOUSAND pounds! Thank you so much to all our members, and to those who have pledged, shared our crowdfunder and otherwise supported us. You are incredible! Letโ€™s keep going to get that last 30%.
Tweet media one
5
24
116
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
Appreciate these sounds while you still can. ๐Ÿ”ตโšช๏ธ๐ŸŸก
6
14
113
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Happy Father's Day!
Tweet media one
2
11
108
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
Was great to meet some of the team at Birkenhead North today to talk about Class 507 preservation. 507001 was in, getting the same expert attention it has received since 1978.
Tweet media one
2
9
107
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
10 months
Birthday boy 507001 at Moorfields this morning, 45 years to the day since it started in public passenger service. ๐Ÿ˜
5
14
104
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
We are pleased to confirm the new home for 507001 in preservation will be at the Tanat Valley Light Railway in Nant Mawr, Shropshire. For more info please see our press release.
8
28
102
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
10 months
On this day in 1978, class 507s entered public service on the #Merseyrail network for the very first time. 507001 operated from Southport to Liverpool, and 507002 was on the Ormskirk line (seen here upon arrival at Moorfields). Happy 45th birthday, friends. ๐ŸŽ‚๐Ÿฅณ
Tweet media one
2
12
101
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Class 507 sunset.
Tweet media one
1
8
84
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
25 days
โ€œSorry Iโ€™m late, I bumped into an old friend on the way to work.โ€ The old friend:
Tweet media one
3
3
86
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
DMSO, TSO, BDMSO.
Tweet media one
@imnotpopbase
poppy ๐Ÿฆ‹
3 months
Name a more iconic trio than Kim, Kourtney and Khloe.
Tweet media one
7K
301
4K
5
5
80
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
๐Ÿšจ Our Crowdfunder is now LIVE! Please give generously to help us raise the funds to move 507001 to its new home in the summer.
Tweet media one
4
28
78
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Soothing Saturday sounds
2
8
77
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
๐Ÿšจ Membership sign-up is now LIVE. Sign up to join the society and help us preserve 507001. โ€ข Standard membership is just ยฃ30 per year โ€ข Junior membership for under-18s is ยฃ10 โ€ข Or go premium and pay a tenner a month for some extra perks.
Tweet media one
2
17
72
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
9 months
Itโ€™s official! Merseyrailโ€™s #507001 has been returned to (an accessibility-compliant version of) its original blue & grey livery! It is in service on the West Kirby line this morning. If you see it, tag us in your pictures!
5
10
66
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
8 months
PEPpy New Year everyone! Welcome to 2024, the year that the 507s are withdrawn ๐Ÿ˜ญ but also the year we preserve one for posterity! ๐Ÿ˜€
Tweet media one
3
4
63
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
โ€œThe Peopleโ€™s Trainโ€ Help us to preserve one of Merseysideโ€™s iconic class 507 trains. Our crowdfunder is live now at
Tweet media one
1
10
59
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Midday blue and grey ๐Ÿคฉ
1
7
59
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
Loving the headboard on 508141 on todayโ€™s โ€œ5:08 sunsetโ€ tour. ๐Ÿ˜
Tweet media one
3
10
58
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
One and two ๐Ÿ˜
Tweet media one
1
5
58
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Who spotted our cameo appearance at the end of the @BBCNews at One?
Tweet media one
2
3
55
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Name a more iconic couple. We'll wait.
Tweet media one
@NSE_Latchmere
Network Southeast Latchmere โค๏ธ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™
7 months
Name a more iconic couple @Gordon_3417
Tweet media one
5
6
98
1
5
53
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Today 507001 is in service on the New Brighton line. Be sure to tag us in any pictures if you see it!
Tweet media one
0
1
53
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
8 months
A minor milestone reached today. We now have over 200 people signed up for our newsletter! If you want to find out what the fuss is about, and learn more about our efforts to save 507001 for preservation, please sign up at
Tweet media one
2
11
53
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Our crowdfunder has passed the ยฃ1,000 mark already! Can you help us to reach the next milestone?
0
18
53
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
507001 has returned to service today, running on the Southport line.
Tweet media one
@merseyrail
Merseyrail
3 months
@rincew1nd Hi Paul, it is part of a 6 car train on the Southport line today ๐Ÿ™‚ ^Claire
0
0
1
1
1
51
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
507001 is in service today between Hunts Cross and Southport; even on a weekday it still attracts attention. Help us preserve this train for future generations by donating to our crowdfunding appeal.^PK
Tweet media one
5
5
47
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
๐Ÿšจ Save the Date! Class 507 Farewell tour from @BLSFixtures and @Merseyrail - 15th September.
4
12
47
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
Hello all, welcome to a new project to try to secure a class 507 EMU for preservation when they are withdrawn from service on @Merseyrail . Interested in supporting us? Fill in the form at our website (link in bio).
Tweet media one
1
19
44
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Current mood at C507PS headquarters
Tweet media one
0
2
46
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Apparently today is #NationalTrainDay (thatโ€™s every day on this account, surely?) Help us celebrate the day by donating to our crowdfunded to preserve Merseyrailโ€™s own royal train. Please give generously at
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
1
4
45
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
5 months
๐Ÿ˜
Tweet media one
0
0
45
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
We get asked which services are still worked by 507s. The current situation is there are three diagrams on the Southport line, Monday-Saturday. Please be aware we have no insider knowledge and this has been gleaned from various internet sources, so may be subject to change.
Tweet media one
1
6
44
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
45 years ago today! On 25th October 1978, the Queen performed the official opening of the @Merseyrail underground at Moorfields station, before travelling to Kirkby aboard brand new 507001. Four-and-a-half decades later, Liverpool's own Royal Train is still in service. ๐Ÿ‘‘
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
1
7
43
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
We have some news coming tomorrow; it'll be released here at 5.07pm!
1
4
41
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Happy Valentineโ€™s Day ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿค
2
4
41
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
#InsideNo9 went inside Merseyrail. Tonightโ€™s series 9 opener was filmed at Moorfields station and on board the 508 vehicles at Seacombe fire training centre. Watch the episode here (warning, some strong language):
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
3
6
39
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
21 days
Badges are starting to make their way to our crowdfunder supporters! We have nearly two hundred to send out, so please bear with us while we pack and ship them. And thanks to all who donated! ๐Ÿ˜Š
Tweet media one
2
4
41
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Just a few days left to contribute to our Crowdfunder! We've hit our main target, but every penny we receive will go directly towards the preservation and upkeep of 507001.
2
13
39
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
5 months
Some of our committee members went down to Nant Mawr yesterday to help out the Tanat Valley team with the relaying of the loop where 507001 will eventually stand.
Tweet media one
3
3
36
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Today has been quite a day. Our crowdfunder has surged past the ยฃ5,000 mark! Thanks to all who have pledged so far, and especially to the two people who have claimed life membership of the 507 Preservation Society โ€” we look forward to welcoming you as members!
2
4
37
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Merch alert! PEP up your morning coffee with these lovely Class 507 Preservation Society mugs. Two different designs as shown below. Buy them from our stand at the North West Rail and Transport Collectors Fair in Crewe on 22 June. Online sales coming soon!
Tweet media one
0
6
37
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
Post your favourite train.
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
@Coastway_Will
Coastway Will ๐Ÿ’œ
6 months
Post your favourite train ๐Ÿ˜
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
8
1
56
1
4
35
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
5 months
This was a glorious day for the supporters of @Gordon_3417 . Would you like to see something similar happen in future with a classic Merseyside train?
@Gordon_3417
423417_GordonPettitt
7 months
Ladies and gentlemen, today the SETG put a 400-series EMU into Platform 19 at Waterloo. We couldnโ€™t have done this without the help of our friends inside and outside of the Big Railway. Thank you, all of you. We hope it was as special a day for you as it was for us. Night night.
Tweet media one
17
57
587
2
5
35
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
The original bi-mode. ๐Ÿ“ท Chris Mills โ€” Steamport Southport archive.
0
6
36
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
507001 is not in service today, but your Twitter troubadour caught it earlier, departing empty from New Brighton for Birkenhead North depot. Thanks to the friendly driver who chatted to us while waiting for departure.
2
2
34
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
TWO. THOUSAND. POUNDS. Two days after we reached four figures, our crowdfunder has now raced past ยฃ2,000. ๐Ÿฅณ Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated so far. Can you help us get to ยฃ3,000?
1
11
34
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
And that is that. Our Crowdfunder has closed, having raised an amazing ยฃ14,201. Thanks to everyone who contributed to save this important piece of Merseyside railway history.
Tweet media one
0
4
34
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
9 months
So many people excited to see 507001 back in blue and grey! Want to see it preserved for future generations to enjoy? Sign up on to find out about our preservation proposals. ๐Ÿ”ตโšช๏ธ
1
10
32
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Thanks to your incredible kindness, โ€œThe ยฃ1 Trainโ€ has raised over ยฃ10,000 on @CrowdfunderUK . Now we hope to keep the momentum going by announcing our stretch goal.
0
10
32
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
Some splendid news about the surviving driving car of unit 508201 (former Merseyrail unit 508101), which will be preserved by the 400 Series Preservation Group for use with 313201.
@realPeterSpokes
Peter Spokes
2 months
๐Ÿงต๐Ÿšจ Last Vehicle of 508201 Preserved ๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿงต Following 18-months of careful planning and negotiation, the last surviving vehicle of unit 508201 (508001) is to return home to Kent. The 508/2 has direct links to the local area with plans in place for its restoration and future use.
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
8
32
297
0
2
30
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Our fundraising campaign on @CrowdfunderUK has reached the ยฃ10,000 goal, but itโ€™s not too late to donate! We have set a stretch goal to try to raise an additional ยฃ5,000.
0
4
30
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
10 months
Thanks to everyone who is following us on Twitter and elsewhere. Have you signed up on our website yet? You will get our weekly newsletter with updates on the project, including details of our inaugural meeting, due to be held next Sunday, 19th November.
Tweet media one
0
4
29
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
9 months
Your Twitter troubadour finally got to see 507001 in person! Calling at Aigburth on 2U21, 1039 Southport-Hunts Cross. ๐Ÿ˜
0
2
29
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
We are all set up at @TransportPast . Come meet some of the team or be one of the first to get your hands on our merch'!
Tweet media one
1
3
28
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
5 months
Heading to the #GrandNational today? The class 507s are out in force on the Ormskirk line doing what they were built for and moving the masses.
Tweet media one
0
1
28
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
1 month
Pride 507! ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ˜
@seftoncouncil
Sefton Council
1 month
Council staff and friends are heading to Liverpool Pride in style this morning with a specially decorated Merseyrail carriage ๐ŸŒˆ
Tweet media one
4
6
32
0
0
26
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Want to see one of these epic trains preserved? Join us.
@DownOnTheStour
DOTS (Down On The Stour)
7 months
When in doubt ride PEPs ๐Ÿ˜ This unplanned day isn't over as I've come to Merseyside and unlike last time I'm inundated with this fabulous traction ๐Ÿ˜ #DOTS #railwayphotography #trainphotography #class507 #PEP #merseyrail
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
0
5
107
2
5
26
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
Got excited when I saw the title of this book. Turns out itโ€™s about football. ๐Ÿ˜’
Tweet media one
2
1
27
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
We have just reached 500 followers on here. Who will be follower โ„–507? Please RT to spread the news! ^PK
2
9
26
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
1 month
Our friend @every_station is walking over 400miles to raise money for The Samaritans. Our supporters were amazing at helping with our transport costs, it would be amazing if we could help Stuart could reach his target. ^PK
@every_station
Every Last Station
2 months
And so it begins! 430+ miles to Pembroke Dock starts now! Letโ€™s do this!!! Holyhead โœ… Station 1 of 101 Donate to Samaritans: More info: #WelshScenicRailwaysWalk #SamaritansAwarenessDay @tfwrail @ConwyVNWCoast @samaritans
Tweet media one
25
39
216
1
5
26
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
We've just received a payment of proceeds from @Videoscene_UK 's video "Northern and Wirral Lines 507s & 508s - The Final Years". This entertaining and informative film covers the classes during 2022 and 2023. The C507PS gets ยฃ2 from every sale! Buy now at
Tweet media one
0
8
24
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Whatโ€™s so special about Merseysideโ€™s class 507 trains? Our chairman explains on @bbcmerseyside .
1
6
25
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
Suffering because of #Crowdstrike ? What you need instead is a camshaft!
1
0
24
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
9 months
Merry Christmas to all our followers! ๐Ÿ“ท Paul Gorton
Tweet media one
0
0
23
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Want to see this train preserved? Our crowdfunder is live! See
@MerseyTrains
MerseyTrains
4 months
The Number One Train ๐Ÿ“ - Bootle Oriel Road + Southport ๐Ÿ—“ - 07/05/2024 TOC - @merseyrail @Merseytravel
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
0
1
33
0
3
22
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
10 months
Massive thanks to all who attended our inaugural meeting today! We have a constitution and committee in place, and are ready to take the next steps. Stay tuned!
1
4
21
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
A new Class 507/508 DVD has just been released, produced by Train Crazy and Videoscene. We are very pleased to annouce that our friends at @Videoscene_UK will donate ยฃ2 to the C507PS for every DVD, Blu-ray or download that they sell! Order now:
Tweet media one
2
9
21
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
24 days
The tour is now full.
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
25 days
"The Wirral Swan Song" railtour, organised by @BLSFixtures for 15th September, is open for booking now! Details and booking link at - be quick, as it will sell out quickly!
5
4
21
4
3
21
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
25 days
"The Wirral Swan Song" railtour, organised by @BLSFixtures for 15th September, is open for booking now! Details and booking link at - be quick, as it will sell out quickly!
5
4
21
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
Your Twitter troubadour is on his way home from the Rainhill Model Railway Show (where he might have snuck some C507PS leaflets onto some tables ๐Ÿคซ) Last leg of the journey home is on board one of BRELโ€™s finest โ˜บ๏ธ
Tweet media one
1
1
21
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
507002 is back! ๐Ÿ˜€
@Ste_Jones75
Ste Jones
7 months
Merseyrail 507002 made a nice surprise for me yesterday at Chester.
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
0
0
5
1
1
20
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
8 months
โ€œFarewell to thee! but not farewell To all my fondest thoughts of thee: Within my heart they still shall dwell; And they shall cheer and comfort me.โ€ โ€” Anne Brontรซ ๐Ÿซก
@JakeLikesRail
Jake
8 months
Had one last rodeo onboard @merseyrail Class 508, 508104 this evening, I'll miss all the memories of experiencing the flickering lights, thrashing motors and clacking carridges. I'll genuinely miss these units a lot. Farewell 508s!
3
5
43
0
1
19
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
Really happy to log on tonight and see that over 100 people have now signed up for updates on this project. We are going to save this plucky little EMU โ˜บ๏ธ
Tweet media one
1
3
19
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
507001 continues to look good! Join us and we'll make sure this iconic train is preserved for future generations:
@TrainiacV41582
Trainiac Videos
7 months
@class_507 My trip today to ride on 507001 from James Street to West Kirby and back to Lime Street.
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
0
0
9
0
2
18
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
Weโ€™ve secured the funds to move 507001, but what exactly is involved in moving rail vehicles by road? Back in 2012 our friends @Class502 had to move their historic LMS unit from Tebay to Burscough, and the event was captured on video.
1
5
16
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
Our members get to know the news first. We'll share tomorrow at 5.07pm what that news is! ^PK
@WezzRail
Wez
6 months
Extremely good news in todays @class_507 newsletter!
0
0
3
0
2
17
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
Payday today? There is still time to give to our Crowdfunder and claim a fabulous reward, while helping us out with the costs of moving 507001 to its new home. Closes tomorrow at 3pm.
Tweet media one
0
7
16
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
An excellent day at Tanat Valley Light Railway working with the team there to get more track laid ready for 507001โ€™s arrival. Weโ€™re always on the lookout for more volunteers to help us out. If you want to join in, let us know and we will give you all the details.
0
1
16
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
Seen at Sandhills earlier this afternoon. It shall be ours!
Tweet media one
0
3
16
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
1 month
Only one Northern Line has 507s, soโ€ฆ
@bens2477
Ben
1 month
Which Northern Line is better?
6
1
8
0
1
15
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Our chairman was on @BBCMerseyside this lunchtime, speaking about the Class 507 Preservation Society. Thanks @SnellyRadio for having us on your programme! Listen again on BBC Sounds at - the interview starts at the 2:49:30 mark.
0
2
13
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
The 507s will be gone from the network by 2025, but you can relive the memories all year, with our new Merseyside Railways calendar. On sale today at the @TransportPast North West Rail and Transport Collectors Fair in Crewe, and online soon. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
0
1
14
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Society members had a working party today at Nantmawr. Jake and the rest of the gang laid another track panel, keying the rails in before learning about the rest of the site and the monorail. There's more to be done and we need you, click here to join:
@JakeLikesRail
Jake
4 months
Had a really fun day at the TVLR with the @class_507 Preservation Society doing a bit of track laying for 507001. Very nice to meet everyone and thanks to everyone at TVLR for the bacon butties! ๐Ÿ˜
Tweet media one
0
0
7
0
2
14
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
9 months
Fun tip: when singing The Twelve Days of Christmas, you can sing โ€œFIIIIVE! OHHHH! SEVEEEEN!โ€ at the Five Gold Rings part. Then, when everyone gives you a funny look, you can take the opportunity to tell them about the Class 507 Preservation Society.
0
0
14
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
We are aware that 507001 was involved in an incident at West Kirby last night. We do not have any further information at the moment. Our crowdfunding campaign to preserve the unit is unaffected and is still active at
1
1
14
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
2 months
๐Ÿšจ Less than 2 hours to go! This is your LAST CHANCE to contribute to our Crowdfunder, which closes at 3pm! Rewards, including pin badges and our famous โ€œsponsor a seatโ€ still available.
2
3
14
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
3 months
The very first outing for our society stand will be at the @TransportPast North West Rail and Transport Collectors Fair on 22nd June, at Crewe Alexandra FC. Come along and meet the team in person to talk all things 507.
Tweet media one
0
5
12
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
4 months
Not sure if we've mentioned this before, but we have a Crowdfunder going on at the moment. ๐Ÿ˜‰ At the moment it's tantalisingly close to ยฃ3,000. Can we get there this weekend?
0
5
11
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
6 months
Hopefully the @merseyrail depot staff can get this cleaned up quickly. ๐Ÿคž
@DownOnTheStour
DOTS (Down On The Stour)
6 months
@WezzRail It has been graffitied. ๐Ÿคฌ
Tweet media one
6
0
14
1
2
12
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
Our latest newsletter was sent out last night, containing a number of updates. Visit to sign up and be kept in the loop!
Tweet media one
0
0
12
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
11 months
Important research
Tweet media one
0
3
12
@class_507
Class 507 Preservation
7 months
The folk at @dannyinsteam are an inspiration, showing exactly what passionate preservationists can do. Help us preserve 507001 another part of Merseyside's transport heritage.
@dannyinsteam
The Danny Steamship
7 months
20 Years ago today a group of enthusiasts met at Ellesmere Port just days before the 1903 steam ship Daniel Adamson was to be scrapped. They resolved to save the ship and the Daniel Adamson Preservation Society was formed. The rest, as they say, is History. @HeritageFundUK
Tweet media one
Tweet media two
Tweet media three
Tweet media four
7
23
135
0
3
11