1903 Fowler A4 traction engine
Chris Graham on 5th May 2021
Simon Nuttall provides an update on the new home he’s created for his superb, ex-Australian, 1903 Fowler A4 traction engine.
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1934 Sentinel timber tractor
Chris Graham on 30th April 2021
David Vaughan reports on a rare 1934 Sentinel timber tractor that’s returned to steam after a very successful winter refit.
Classic commercial vehicle shows
Chris Graham on 20th April 2021
Peter Simpson provides an update on the latest position regarding some of the UK’s favourite classic commercial vehicle shows.
Steam tug Kerne appeal
Chris Graham on 17th April 2021
The 1913 steam tug Kerne is celebrating 50 years of continuous ownership, thanks to the efforts of The Steam Tug Kerne Preservation Society.
1860 Brown & May is back!
Chris Graham on 15th April 2021
The 1860 Brown & May 2hp ‘baby’ portable, having spent years in Canada and California, has recently come back to Wiltshire.
Unique horse-drawn trams saved!
Chris Graham on 5th April 2021
South Australia's unique horse-drawn trams, and the 5ft 3in-gauge track on which they run, have just been saved, reports Hugh Dougherty.
Atlantic locomotive new-build update
Chris Graham on 2nd April 2021
Recent lockdowns have upset progress with the Brighton Atlantic locomotive new-build, but the steam engine project is still moving forwards.
Fowler 6nhp traction engine finds new home
Chris Graham on 28th March 2021
Bob Moorman charts the eventful working life of Fowler 6nhp traction engine No.9691 in Australia, and reports on its new UK home.
The BR Chronicles: 1948-1952
Chris Graham on 25th March 2021
A fascinating new bookazine series has just been launched. The BR Chronicles will tell the history of British Rail in 10 installments.
Narrow-gauge diesel loco sends message
Chris Graham on 24th March 2021
We're happy to report that a narrow-gauge diesel loco has been brought in to boost morale on the Connemara Railway, in Co Galway.
Classic steam ship La Palma
Chris Graham on 15th March 2021
The restoration of the 1912 classic steam ship La Palma is proceeding well on Tenerife, as Phil Barnes reports.
Classic & Vintage Commercial Show is on!
Chris Graham on 5th March 2021
The British Motor Museum is still planning to go ahead with a programme of events in 2021, including the Classic & Vintage Commercial Show.
Sentinel steam waggon movements
Chris Graham on 3rd March 2021
Here’s the latest news about some of the most interesting Sentinel steam waggon movements that took place in recent months. There have been a number of interesting Sentinel steam waggon movements in recent months, and here’s our summary of what’;s…
1914 American-built steam locomotive
Chris Graham on 22nd February 2021
Phil Barnes reports on the life and eventual rescue of a 1914, American-built steam locomotive in New Zealand. The Climax loco in its present home, where its thankfully undergoing a restoration under the stewardship of The Climax 1317 Trust. (Pic:…
