Membership

All the Trusts efforts cannot come to pass without two essentials, money and help.

Over the years, many requests to assist the Trust have been received from interested individuals. Some prospective supporters wish to help financially and some wish to help practically, and some wish to do both. After much consideration the Trustees formed a Patrons Club. In 2010 all new members become members of 'Friends of the Duchess'.

This offers a unique opportunity to participate in one of the UK's foremost Mainline Locomotive operating groups.

Membership of the 'Friends of the Duchess' will cost a minimum of £10.00 per month. Additional monthly contributions may be made, and would be most welcome and appreciated by the trustees. Any additional contributions will enable the Trust to maintain the 6233 Duchess of Sutherland in main line condition.
Life Patronage is also available at a one-off cost of £1,500.

Membership will be on an individual only basis and is not transferable. Payment by Standing Order only.
The Trustees request that where possible contributions are covenanted, allowing the Trust to claim additional moneys from taxation refunds.

Additionally, all 'Friends of the Duchess' will be welcome to give practical assistance if they so wish. As well as the engineering work, assistance is always welcome with administrative work, museum gallery displays as well as general run of the mill maintenance of the many exhibits and building.

The Trustees wish to make all 'Friends of the Duchess' feel a valuable part in the future of the Trust and its aims. All subscribers will be made most welcome and encouraged to participate in a highly successful and motivated team, enabling full enjoyment of a mutual interest to be attained.

Benefits for 'Friends of the Duchess'

	Opportunities for footplate rides exclusive to Patrons and 'Friends of the Duchess' during special events at the Midland Railway Centre.
	Special open weekends at the West Shed and the Midland Railway Centre with exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ visits for Patrons and 'Friends of the Duchess'
	Free in-house magazine ‘The Royal Standard’ issued twice yearly, plus newsletters to keep you informed about Trust activities.
	Advanced notice of major events such as steamings of 6233 ‘Duchess of Sutherland’ and other Trust locomotives.
	Advance notice of all Mainline Tours with the Trust’s locomotives and reservations are accepted with a deposit if so required.
	Opportunities to become actively involved in many areas of Trust operations.

How to Help and Join

If you would like to be involved in this exciting and unique project, The Trustees of The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust launched this Patrons and'Friends of the Duchess' scheme to enable you to do just that! If you would like to join and help us, and feel a part of a dynamic preservation group please download and print out a Membership Form. You will also see a 'gift aid' form with it. This gives you the opportunity to allow the trust to claim tax back from the Inland Revenue, at no extra cost to you above your donation.

download our 'Friends of the Duchess' leaflet.

Download your application and Gift Aid forms.

Alternatively send a request by E-mail.

PO Box 6233

The West Shed
Ripley
DE5 4AD

The Trustees reserve the right to refuse or withdraw membership for any reason the Trustees believe would be incompatible with the aims and objectives of the trust.