Familiar face takes over WSR general manager role
KERRY Noble has been appointed as general manager of the West Somerset Railway with immediate effect.
She will be fully responsible to the board for the operation, commercial success, and development of the railway, and for the management of its staff and volunteers
Prior to joining the railway in 2017, Kerry worked in the tourism and catering industry.
At Minehead, she progressed through the roles of administrator, PA to the general manager, PA to the chairman, and assistant general manager, supported the board in steering the railway through the very difficult period of the pandemic.
The railway is now on a sound footing and about to reopen fully for the first time since 2019.
Kerry, who was born and brought up in West Somerset, said: “I am delighted to have been offered the opportunity to lead the railway on a permanent basis.
“As with all businesses, the railway has been through a lot in the last few years and recovery from the effects of the pandemic continue. We have a wonderful railway and with the support of our dedicated staff and volunteers I know we will ensure a bright and prosperous future.”
Plc chairman Jonathan JonesPratt said: “Kerry has already made a considerable contribution to the development of the railway and we are sure that in her new role it will develop and prosper.”