Steam Traction World investment strengthens sales success
Chris Graham on 11th July 2023
Paul Ritchie reports on the latest developments at miniature traction engine kit company Steam Traction World following recent investment.
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Fine 1902 Fowler B5 returns home from New Zealand
Chris Graham on 5th July 2023
Paul Ritchie reports on the return from New Zealand of Matt Farwell’s 1902 Fowler B5 single-cylinder general purpose traction engine.
Famous 1960s Radio Caroline trawler to be saved!
Chris Graham on 29th June 2023
We report on the funds being raised to save the 1960s trawler made famous as the ship from which Radio Caroline was broadcast.
A brilliant Easter Vintage Festival!
Chris Graham on 27th June 2023
Peter Love reports on the brilliant Easter Vintage Festival which took place at the Great Central Railway in Leicestershire in early April.
TS Queen Mary benefits from £1 million donation
Chris Graham on 20th June 2023
Hugh Dougherty reports on a £1 million funding boost for the 1933-built Clyde steamer, TS Queen Mary; a very fitting 90th birthday present!
Classic White buses back working in Yellowstone!
Chris Graham on 19th June 2023
Kevin Hoggett reports that traditional White buses are taking tourists around Yellowstone National Park once again, as they did 60 years ago.
Classic Car and Restoration Show
Chris Graham on 13th June 2023
Peter Simpson shares some of the interesting exhibits he found at this year's Classic Car and Restoration Show at the NEC.
Steam engines in Serbia
Chris Graham on 12th June 2023
Miroslav Milutinovic reports on some more steam engines that he's found sadly neglected and abandoned in various parts of Serbia.
New club for tractor, engine and agricultural machinery enthusiasts
Chris Graham on 7th June 2023
We mark the formation of a new club for tractor, engine and agricultural machinery enthusiasts across the North East.
Brilliant Beamish!
Chris Graham on 2nd June 2023
David Reed reports from the wonderful, two-day steam gala which took place recently at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North.
The latest diecast and resin models reviewed
Chris Graham on 1st June 2023
Mike Neale takes his monthly look at recently released diecast and resin models of tractors, trucks vans, ambulances and fire engines.
Greenway threatens heritage steam railway plans
Chris Graham on 26th May 2023
We report on the latest plans to re-instate a narrow-gauge heritage steam railway through the picturesque Barnesmore Gap, in Ireland.
Amazing Richard Vernon dispersal sale previewed
Chris Graham on 23rd May 2023
We preview the Richard Vernon dispersal sale, being organised by Cheffins and taking place on Saturday, June 3rd.
Medway Queen restoration update
Chris Graham on 17th May 2023
We report on the progress being made with the ongoing restoration of the 1923 paddle steamer, Medway Queen.
