61016 Text Service
BTP's 61016 text service offers the travelling public and rail staff a means to contact them directly and discreetly, in order to report non-emergency crime.Always dial 999 when you need an urgent police response.
Network Rail National Safety Resources and Campaigns
Cones story books
The Cones books by Chris Madeley are helping children learn to live and play safely.
PDF's of two of the Cones books have been made available for organisations participating in Rail Safety Week to help with engaging with schools and communities.
- Cones on the Rails, illustrated by Zara Hussain
- Cones and the Transpennine Upgrade, illustrated by Emily Vaughan
The Cones books are published by Fisher King Publishing and are available online. Visit their website to find out more. Alternatively contact Keith@mryorkshire.com.
Arlo's Adventures There and Back
‘Arlo’s Adventures: There and Back – A pick-a-path railway safety book' was written and illustrated by Freightliner's Bessie Matthews. The story follows Arlo the badger as he makes his first ever solo trip on the train to see his friends Duskie and Moss, who live a couple of stops away. The reader helps the trio stay safe by choosing the correct answer to make safe choices in real world scenarios such as level crossings and station platforms.An online version of the brilliant Arlo's Adventures There And Back.
Arlo's Shop - for organisations looking to order some Arlo's Adventure merchandise.
Arlo's Adventures Game
The Arlo's Adventures Game, designed by Community Rail Partnership, is intended to be used in Key Stage 1 workshops.
For a counter, use an Arlo teddy, a soft toy, or bean bag, and follow the instructions, moving around the board.
When Arlo reaches a "Stop" sign, pick a card and discuss with the children what safe choices they should make in the situation.
