Recent Studies
Although rather unexpected at first, our small little line
has been subject to two different University studies, which has not
just helped students to achieve their qualifications, but have also
provided useful information to us. We have helped both students out
with their work wherever we can.
Below is more information about the two projects which we have
been involved in. Their reports are displayed on this website with
the permission of their authors. Re-using any information in these
reports is subject to you adequately referencing the source of the
information (remember, plagiarism is bad!).
Pricing for a Community Railway
The first
study of the line was undertaken by University of Westminster
student James Gleave. This study mainly focussed on pricing, and
aimed to work out a potential pricing structure for the Marston
Vale Line. As part of this work, James did a survey of users of the
line, and looked at records of ticket sales.
We helped James by not just providing support for his work, but
also allowing him to undertake surveys on the train, and allow him
to access records of ticket sales.
Pricing for a
Community Railway (PDF, 1.94mb)
Success of Community Rail Partnerships
Barely a year
after James' work, University of London student Glen Merryman
undertook a study of the success of Community Rail Partnerships,
using the St Albans Abbey Line and the Marston Vale Line as case
studies. This study asked how successful Community Rail
Partnerships are from the passenger's perspective. Once again,
Glenn used surveys of current users of the service for his
work.
We helped Glen by providing support for this work, and allowing
him to undertake surveys on the train.
Success of
Community Rail Partnerships (PDF, 208kb)
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