Ferries of the British Isles
Chris Graham on 13th August 2020
New from the publishers of Ships Monthly magazine is Ferries of the British Isles: Round the Coast Guide to Britain’s Ferry Routes.
Articles
Vintage JCB collection
Chris Graham on 12th August 2020
David Reed visits Derbyshire-based JC Balls & Sons and discovers a wonderful, vintage JCB collection that’s second to none.
The Bluebell Railway
Chris Graham on 11th August 2020
One of the UK’s most famous, preservation railways was opened by enthusiasts 60 years ago. Colin Tyson recounts the story of The Bluebell Railway.
Half a century at sea
Chris Graham on 10th August 2020
The small, 1960s cruise ship Funchal enjoyed half a century at sea thanks largely to the passion of one man. This is her story.
Merryweather Fire Engines
Chris Graham on 9th August 2020
Ron Henderson explains the early years in the history of one of the best-known fire appliance manufacturers, Merryweather Fire Engines.
Glimpses of classic London
Chris Graham on 8th August 2020
Once again we dip into Nina Smith’s wonderful postcard collection, this featuring glimpses of classic London, all bristling with interesting vehicles.
China clay classics
Chris Graham on 7th August 2020
Here's another evocative collection of photographs taken of China clay classics – lorries at Par and other Cornish ports, from David Vaughan.
The impact of Covid
Chris Graham on 5th August 2020
Thanks to a recent survey, the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs has been able to assess the true impact of Covid on its member organisations.
Claude Jessett Trust news
Chris Graham on 4th August 2020
Dave Vaughan reports on the engine restoration progress that's been made recently at the Claude Jessett Trust, based at Tinkers Park, Hadlow Down, E Sussex.
Help keep her steaming
Chris Graham on 3rd August 2020
The Victorian steam passenger launch Alaska faces an uncertain future, hence the appeal being made to help keep her steaming.
Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum
Chris Graham on 2nd August 2020
Work on the new railway extension at the Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum has re-started as a result of the easing of some of the Covid-19 restrictions.
Fordson Model N
Chris Graham on 1st August 2020
Chris Graham gets under the skin of the Fordson Model N, to discover more about buying and owning one of these iconic little vintage tractors.
Historic steamer Shieldhall
Chris Graham on 31st July 2020
We spotlight the historic steamer Shieldhall, that now spends its days running trips for enthusiasts out of Southampton and around the Solent.
County E27N crawler
Chris Graham on 30th July 2020
Mention County tractors to Lindsay Pirie and a gleam springs into his eye. Bob Weir meets the man and his rare, County E27N crawler.
