Youngsters from the 4th March Brownies have been given a first-class lesson in rail safety.

The trip to March Station was organised by the Hereward Community Rail Partnership (CRP), which aims to engage local communities along the Fens’ Hereward Line.

During their visit on Thursday, September 26, the Brownies were taught how to stay safe around railway lines, the significance of warning signs, and the correct behaviour when using trains.

The group also explored the station and learned about its accessibility features.

Youngsters from 4th March Brownies enjoyed an educational and fun-filled trip to March Station Youngsters from 4th March Brownies enjoyed an educational and fun-filled trip to March Station (Image: Submitted)

A key highlight of the visit was an interaction with the British Transport Police (BTP) who offered them insight into their crucial role in ensuring the railway network's safety and security.

The youngsters were given a guided tour inside a BTP police van, providing a hands-on learning experience.

The trip concluded with the Brownies receiving goodie bags from the Hereward CRP.

These contained East Midlands Railway safety activity books, Greater Anglia activity books, colouring pencils, maps, and brochures of attractions along the Hereward Line.

Cllr Chris Seaton, chairman of the Hereward CRP and portfolio holder for transport at Fenland District Council, said: “Helping people understand the importance of rail safety while showing them the ease and benefits of travelling by train is at the heart of these trips.

The trip was organised by the Hereward Community Rail Partnership The trip was organised by the Hereward Community Rail Partnership (Image: Submitted)

"We are passionate about making the railways accessible to all, and these trips are a brilliant way we can do this.”

CRP officer Joanne Rose added: “The 4th March Brownies were full of enthusiasm, and it was great to see their confidence grow as they learned about the railway.

"The chance to meet the British Transport Police was a fantastic bonus, and the girls were excited to see first-hand the important work they do.”

The Hereward CRP is managed by Fenland District Council in collaboration with train operators, railway user groups, and local residents.