On Saturday 27 th September an ensemble from Foden's helped celebrate 200 years of the modern railway at Sandbach Train Station. 'Railway 200' is part of a year nationwide partnership-led campaign to celebrate and inspire a new generation of young pioneering talent to choose a career in rail. The celebration involved a large number of planned events across the Country to celebrate rail’s remarkable past, its role today, and its importance to a sustainable future. The first train to run through Sandbach Station was on May 4th 1842 from Manchester to Sandbach with the station being used primarily for goods and industrial freight and in 1863 the LNER (London North East Railway) was granted by Parliament to install a train line connecting Crewe to Northwich via Sandbach. This was opened on July 1st 1868, which was the first passenger service between Sandbach and Northwich.  In 2017 Sandbach Town Council were responsible for installing new town and village signs at several key locations in Sandbach making reference to Foden's Band. One of these signs sits proudly at Sandbach Train Station being erected courtesy of the 'Friends of Sandbach Train Station'. Friends of Sandbach Station are a group of volunteers aiming to make the station a more welcoming and passenger-friendly place

Foden's Youth Band look forward to commencing their 2025 / 26 season on the 5th October ahead of a busy and exciting year! Now in its 14th year the Youth Band offers an incredible opportunity for brass and percussion players (aged 21 and under, Grade 5+) to develop their skills and make music at the highest level. Based in Sandbach, the band meets once a month throughout the academic year, working with the Foden's team of conductors and tutors. Members benefit from expert guidance, challenging and engaging repertoire, and exciting performance opportunities. Foden's Youth are also pleased to renew their partnership with the RNCM which will see RNCM students working with Foden's Youth Band members in sectionals / full rehearsals as well as being mentored by Foden's Band Principal players Mel Whyle - Foden's Youth Co ordinator commented 'We cant wait to return in October with a exciting rehearsal and concert schedule which will see the band performing alongside Foden's and the Oslofjord Brass Band from Norway as well as the 'Love Music Trust' Summer Celebrations. We are also delighted to continue our collaboration with the RNCM and mentor their talented students.' Further info can be obtained via the Fodens Youth Band Page