Partners - Our Community Home Our community Partners - Our Community Our Partners Operating at the heart of our communities Red Sky Foundation Red Sky Foundation is our key 2026 charity partner on the North East route. We're installing defibrillators on all Grand Central trains, supporting a family’s medical travel, and joining fundraising efforts to boost vital health initiatives across our network. Edshift Edshift is a partner for 2026 on the West Riding route, with a focus on helping transform the lives of young people affected by domestic abuse through the arts. Our partnership includes funding for the Spotlight programme and workshops with Grand Central volunteers. Aesthetica Short Film Festival Aesthetica Short Film Festival is a long-standing travel partner of ours, with Grand Central supporting the annual event providing travel for participants and visitors and helping support creative workshops that inspire and engage young filmmakers and festival attendees. Sunderland Pride Grand Central proudly sponsors Sunderland Pride. We regularly take part in the parade and this year we are sponsoring awareness workshops to support the local community and celebrate diversity in the North East. World of James Herriot Grand Central has had a long alliance with the World of James Herriot in Thirsk, supporting local business and tourism. Each year, we celebrate Yorkshire Day at King’s Cross, promoting Herriot Country and encouraging visitors to explore the region by rail. The National Museum of the Royal Navy Our partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy includes hosting events at King’s Cross to encourage people to travel by train to the museum in Hartlepool. This collaboration highlights the importance of rail travel in connecting communities and supporting cultural heritage. The Hepworth The Hepworth in Wakefield is a valued travel partner, with Grand Central providing travel for educational trips to the gallery. This partnership enables schools and community groups to access art and culture across our network. The Railway Museum Grand Central has a long-standing relationship with the Railway Museum, providing travel support for educational trips. This collaboration helps students and groups access the museum’s rich history and learning resources, making rail travel an integral part of their experience. Red Sky Foundation Red Sky Foundation is our key 2026 charity partner on the North East route. We're installing defibrillators on all Grand Central trains, supporting a family’s medical travel, and joining fundraising efforts to boost vital health initiatives across our network. Edshift Edshift is a partner for 2026 on the West Riding route, with a focus on helping transform the lives of young people affected by domestic abuse through the arts. Our partnership includes funding for the Spotlight programme and workshops with Grand Central volunteers. Aesthetica Short Film Festival Aesthetica Short Film Festival is a long-standing travel partner of ours, with Grand Central supporting the annual event providing travel for participants and visitors and helping support creative workshops that inspire and engage young filmmakers and festival attendees. Sunderland Pride Grand Central proudly sponsors Sunderland Pride. We regularly take part in the parade and this year we are sponsoring awareness workshops to support the local community and celebrate diversity in the North East. World of James Herriot Grand Central has had a long alliance with the World of James Herriot in Thirsk, supporting local business and tourism. Each year, we celebrate Yorkshire Day at King’s Cross, promoting Herriot Country and encouraging visitors to explore the region by rail. The National Museum of the Royal Navy Our partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy includes hosting events at King’s Cross to encourage people to travel by train to the museum in Hartlepool. This collaboration highlights the importance of rail travel in connecting communities and supporting cultural heritage. The Hepworth The Hepworth in Wakefield is a valued travel partner, with Grand Central providing travel for educational trips to the gallery. This partnership enables schools and community groups to access art and culture across our network. The Railway Museum Grand Central has a long-standing relationship with the Railway Museum, providing travel support for educational trips. This collaboration helps students and groups access the museum’s rich history and learning resources, making rail travel an integral part of their experience. Useful Links Service Status Live arrivals and departures Disruptions Helpful Links How are we doing? Great-value Advance fares Useful Links Don’t miss out! Get the latest offers, news & travel inspiration Grand Central Privacy Policy Thank you for signing up!
