A brightly coloured steam train restored in memory of a young boy who died from a rare form of cancer has returned to the tracks for its first run of the year.
The locomotive, named The Lord Oliver Brown, has been carefully restored by volunteers at the Plym Valley Railway in Plymouth, Devon. The striking pink and green engine runs in tribute to Oliver Brown, who died aged 11.
The train has been restored to raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West, where Oliver was cared for before he died.
The 1959 Polish TKH locomotive has been repainted in Oliver’s favourite colours of pink and green, creating a distinctive look that sets it apart from traditional heritage railway engines.
Volunteers at the railway have worked to bring the locomotive back into service so it can continue running special journeys while supporting the charity in Oliver’s memory.
The train returned to steam as supporters gathered to mark what would have been Oliver’s 18th birthday.
So far, the locomotive has raised more than £30,000 for Children’s Hospice South West, with fundraising efforts continuing as it runs throughout the year.
The restoration and operation of the train have been carried out by dedicated volunteers at the Plym Valley Railway, who continue to maintain the locomotive while helping to raise money for the hospice.
