Northern train naming pays tribute to Rhino Rob, a 'true Yorkshire icon'

Northern has named a train after Rob Burrow, to pay tribute to the Leeds Rhinos legend and motor neurone disease (MND) campaigner.

- by Alex Grant

Artwork which covers two carriages of the Class 195 train and features a photograph of Rob playing international rugby was unveiled during a ceremony at Castleford station yesterday. There is also a timeline inside the carriages marking some of his incredible achievements on and off the pitch.

Northern has been working with Rob's family and the MND Association to create a design that commemorates his life and raises awareness of the disease, which affects more than 5,000 people in the UK at any one time.

Northern's managing director Tricia Williams was joined by Rob's wife Lindsey Burrow and two of their children, Maya and Jackson, for the unveiling. His parents Geoff and Irene Burrow also attended the event.

Lindsey said: “We are deeply honoured that Northern has chosen to name a train after Rob. He was not only an extraordinary rugby league player, but a devoted husband, father and inspiration to so many.