New train named "Hurst Street" ahead of Birmingham Pride
The West Midlands Railway train is complete with rainbow motif.
A new train has arrived in Birmingham, ahead of this weekend’s Pride festival.
West Midlands Railway (WMR) has named it “Hurst Street” in honour of the city’s famous Gay Village.
The train, which features a rainbow diamond motif and the word PRIDE, is one of the new Class 730 fleet being rolled out on the Cross City Line through Birmingham.
Jonny Wiseman, WMR customer experience director, said: “We are proud to play an active part in our communities and celebrate the diversity of our people, our passengers and our region.
“The Gay Village is a huge part of Birmingham’s culture and identity and we are proud that the Hurst Street name is the first to adorn our newest train fleet.”
Lawrence Barton DL, festival director of Birmingham Pride, said: "Birmingham Pride is delighted to have partnered with West Midlands Railway for our 2024 celebrations.
"This inspirational Pride Train will act as a powerful symbol of hope and commitment in our ongoing mission to realise full equality for our LGBTQ+ community in the West Midlands and beyond."