Date/Time
Date(s) - 25 November 2025
4:30 pm

Categories

• Chartered Institution of Railway Operators
• Midlands

Midlands Area Festive Gathering 2025

The Old Joint Stock Pub, Birmingham

Tuesday 25th November at 16:30

with guest speakers

James Dobson & Jonathan “Gus” Dunster, FCIRO

About the Event

Join the Midlands Area Council for a festive evening of networking, insights and celebration, at the “Managers Office” in the charming surroundings of The Old Joint Stock Pub, Temple Row, Birmingham, B2 5NY – just a short walk from Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations.

We’re delighted to be joined by James Dobson and Jonathan “Gus” Dunster, from the The Greatest Gathering organising team, who will share an illustrated talk on how they planned and delivered the largest ever railway event in the UK in Derby in August this year, to celebrate Railway 200.

This is also a great opportunity to meet your Midlands Area Council, chat to CIRO staff and network with fellow CIRO members, while enjoying a festive buffet in a relaxed and sociable setting.

Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

How to attend

Reserve your place using the booking form below – click on “SEND YOUR BOOKING” to submit your request. Please let us know on the booking form if you have any special dietary requirements so we can select an appropriate menu.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Any questions please contact Liz Walker at events@railwayoperators.co.uk

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