The New Mechanics Institution Preservation Trust preserves historic buildings and faciilities for social benefit, community development and regeneration. Its vision is to play a leading role in revitalising the Mechanics Institution, to assist in the regeneration of the Railway Village and to engage members and serve the wider community.

“Our mission is to facilitate the preservation, restoration, revitalisation and promotion of the Mechanics Institution and other key buildings for the Railway Village community and others to enjoy.”