Each year the Tramway Museum Society – who own and operate the National Tramway Museum at Crich Tramway Village – appoint a President who officiates at special events and attend meetings which help to guide the direction of the Society. Recently the appointment for 2023/4 has been made with Sue Whiteley taking the role from outgoing President Bob Pennyfather.
Sue Whitely has been a volunteer at Crich since 1997 and a conductor since 2002. Sue, from Macclesfield, started as a volunteer in the Workshop alongside husband Peter, and they both regularly maintain the trams as well as crewing together.
When asked about she likes most about her volunteering role, Sue said: “I actually like cleaning the trams. It gives you a great sense of satisfaction when you can see a positive result.”
Karen Rigg, Chairman of the Tramway Museum Society, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Sue as our President to represent the Society for the coming year and I look forward to working closely with her”.
Sue Whiteley complete with Presidential medal poses in front of MET 331. (Photograph courtesy of Crich Tramway Village)