To successfully complete the LMS10000 re-creation, we will need certification from an approved third party throughout the build, testing and commissioning process. 

That means putting the right design, engineering and assurance processes in place now — to a standard that can be accepted by the approving body.   We are currently  working alongside Mott MacDonald and TÜV (Risktec) to deliver this. 

With your help, our Design Sponsorship campaign will secure £679,000 to move LMS10000 from concept to a fully certified design, ready for construction.

We are using various heritage components and new build components to recreate the LMS 10000 as original components no longer exist. As a result the build cannot benefit directly from grandfather rights from the original design and will require certification based on use of the heritage components combined with new build components. We will be gaining certification through the following categories:

Computer Aided Design (CAD)* £350,000

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)*     £205,000

Standards  £100,000

Assurance   £42,000

*  See our Q&A page for a description of these.

 Exclusive Benefits

• £1 - £249 Online certificate of appreciation
• £250+  Paper certificate of appreciation
• £500+  An invitation to an Annual Sponsor's Day
• £500+  A Unique etched mug
• £1k+  A personal guided tour of the works (by advance arrangement) 
• £10k+  A full size print of the GA drawing

To help your gift go further, please consider using one of our fee-free donation options. Standard payment methods often incur processing fees, which reduces the final amount we receive.

Fee-Free Ways to Give:

• Bank Transfer: Pay directly via internet banking to Ivatt Diesel Recreation Society (Sort Code: 30-94-77, Account No: 50405860).

• PayPal Giving Fund: Donate through PayPal without processing fees.

• Cheque: Payable to 'Ivatt Diesel Recreation Society' and sent to: IDRS, 46 Biddick Village Centre, Washington, NE38 7NP

Alternatively, you can use the online payment methods below (please note that these deduct a transaction fee):"