Railway Children

09/06/2026

When a young person is in crisis – a friendly face can change everything.

Meet Nicki, Railway Children’s first-ever Youth Outreach Worker.

Working alongside British Transport Police, South Western Railway and South Bank BID, she’s ensuring young people who are vulnerable and at risk at London Waterloo have someone to support them when it matters most.

How Railway Children’s Youth Outreach Worker at London Waterloo is supporting vulnerable young people in crisis and raising awareness.

04/06/2026

Want to take part in something magical? Rail Trail is a unique walking adventure exploring iconic London underground routes - this year the Piccadilly line.

Whether you volunteer by giving out medals, manning checkpoints, or welcoming participants, our fantastic volunteers are the glue that hold together spectacular events like this!

02/06/2026

Every year, dozens of you generously give up your time and energy to help create a happier future for children who really need your help.

Last year, between them, our volunteers massaged over 360 tired feet and served around 1,260 meals at our events around the country. They also manned a massive 21 stations at our legendary Rail Trail - an event that simply couldn't have happened without them.

28/05/2026

Are you ready to ?

Pack your bike helmet, your snacks and your positive attitude, and join us on a ride alongside the HS1 route finishing at London Waterloo.

27/05/2026

Every day, children like Freddy go missing from home. Whether they are playing with friends and suddenly find themselves lost, running from homes where they feel unsafe, or leaving home in search of better futures.

But for every minute a child is missing, they are more vulnerable to the dangers of the street, and less likely to find their way home.

£22 could fund a Railway Children worker to spend an entire day tracing families and helping children return home safely.

This International Missing Children’s Day, give a gift that will get a child home safely. Donate now: https://www.railwaychildren.org.uk/?form=FUNLJESJPUW

25/05/2026

“I had no peace. I couldn’t sleep, I couldn’t eat, I couldn’t even drink.”

These are the words of Freddy’s mother as she shares the fear and heartbreak she experienced when her son went missing for seven days.

Thankfully, because of support like yours, we were able to reunite Freddy and his family, and provide education support, parenting sessions and business help, to ensure the whole family could stay together, and thrive together.

21/05/2026

Our 2026 events are well underway—and there’s still plenty of time to get involved.

Whether you’re looking to take on a new challenge or support a cause that matters, there’s a Railway Children event for you.

Every step you take helps keep children safe and supported.

Explore what’s coming up and join us: https://bit.ly/3LxMQeq

18/05/2026

Around the country, Railway Children’s Community Engagement Workers engage with the public, look out for signs of vulnerability, help children stay safe on the railway and support train companies to safeguard young people.

It’s all in a day’s work and it’s all helping build hope in our communities every day. 💚

15/05/2026

This , we’re proud to be working with Great Northern Thameslink Southern Railway and Gatwick Express to raise awareness of young people’s mental health across the rail network in the South.

You may spot our campaign – co‑created with young people from our Youth Platform – on trains and in stations.

Together, we’re helping more young people feel safe, seen and heard.

14/05/2026

If you see a young person in a station who seems withdrawn, upset or unsure where to go, please don’t ignore it.

🗣️ Speak to a member of rail staff
📱 Contact British Transport Police: 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016

Vulnerable young people identified by BTP are referred to Railway Children, so we can provide the support they need.

Noticing them could help them find safety.