A TEN year-old Cowdenbeath boy is leading the cause to to ensure that part of mining history remains at Lochore Meadows Country Park and he is hoping people all over the district will back the Crowdfunding Page which has been set up.

Heritage memories of the mining era remain within the park, namely with the Mary Pit Wheel and the Meedies Pug engine, but the Pug is starting to need a bit of an upgrade to keep it a safe part of the heritage of the park.

At a time when Cowdenbeath mining history enthusiast, Iain Chalmers, is busy working with the Scottish Mining Museum at Newtongrange to see what historical equipment can be brought to the park the Pug is certainly an important aspect in it all.

The pug train represents the type of transport which would have been used within the park day in and day out during the coal mining industry. The train represents cherished memories of an important time in history which has shaped the park to what it is today.

The train is well loved within the park, and has been very well used by visitors over the years. Unfortunately the train is in need of repair and refurbishment in order to be safeguard for future generations to enjoy and the Friends of Lochore Meadows Group, along with the Park Management and Fife Council are pleased to announce, and support the 'Save The Meedies Train' project which is being developed and driven by 10 year old Ollie Cowan, a pupil a St. Bride's Primary School, in Cowdenbeath.

Said Ollie:"The Meedies train has been there as long as I can remember, as long as my dad can remember, and even as long as his dad can remember!

"My name is Ollie and I want it back to how it was when it was new so it can be here for generations to come. It’s important to preserve the heritage of our community, to remember where we came from and to celebrate the workers who helped build our towns.

"Help me get the train cleaned, painted and back to brand new again by donating whatever you can afford. If you’re short on cash, please share it far and wide so others can help #Savethemeediestrain."

The project will cost £1,540 and funds received will be used to power wash, clean, prepare, prime, provide undercoat, painting and finishing works along with labour costs incurred. The train is also in need of some welding work in which the Park Management is kindly taking forward in order to support the project.

Added Ollie: "Please help us to save this iconic time-piece so that we can always remember those who were involved in the coal mining era. We would all love to see the engine available for children and adults to enjoy once more, and you can help to make this happen!"