The Friends of Goostrey station write ….

For many years, Barry Alston and Bill Macdonald were enthusiastic FoGS volunteers. We are extremely sad that they both died recently.

Barry and Bill were always busy during our monthly action mornings and the results of their practical activities can be seen at Goostrey Station today.

Not long after FoGS formed, Barry fitted extensions to the drainpipes on the station building to prevent water from running underneath.

In 2013, he helped to clean the newly rediscovered keystone of the old railway bridge so it could be mounted on platform one.

Bill painted the surface and also restored a station oil lamp which helped to create the pleasant seating area that we enjoy today.

Bill loved to supervise visiting Cubs and Beavers as they swept leaves and planted bulbs.

And he always relished a challenge.

He created frames for Goostrey Connections, the two banners of Eamonn Murphy artwork on display at Goostrey Station.

He relocated an unused wooden seat for the benefit of passengers on platform two.

And he took great pride in adding FoGS’ latest award from the Cheshire Best Kept Station competition to the wall of the road bridge.

On our photo Bill is far left and Barry second from the right shown celebrating another award from Cheshire Best Kept Stations with the FoGS team.

Farewell Barry and Bill – and thank you for your support and for your friendship.