LMS Stanier Class 5 4-6-0 numberplate sells
Chris Graham on 24th March 2022
The last BR passenger service numberplate, as fitted to 1935 LMS Stanier Class 5 4-6-0, sells, complete with original BR receipt for £2!
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Working with a 1928 Wallis & Steevens
Chris Graham on 22nd March 2022
Peter Love recounts some fond memories of a busy and very tiring day spent working with a 1928 Wallis & Steevens, back in 1980.
Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway bogie work
Chris Graham on 13th March 2022
We report on the essential, over-winter rolling stock maintenance work being carried out at the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway.
Leadhills & Wanlockhead Railway latest news
Chris Graham on 8th March 2022
We report on the work that's needed to bring the popular Leadhills & Wanlockhead Railway back into service, following the pandemic.
1922 Wallis & Steevens roller re-tubed
Chris Graham on 5th March 2022
Paul Ritchie provides an update on the essential repair work carried out on Dave Loader's unique, 1922 Wallis & Steevens Oilbath road roller.
The fascinating history of Tarmac Ltd
Chris Graham on 4th March 2022
Peter Morrey looks back at the fascinating history and development of UK civil engineering giant, Tarmac Ltd.
A festive steam threshing event
Chris Graham on 2nd March 2022
A festive steam threshing event in Piltdown, East Sussex, saw a gathering of equipment, vintage machinery and knowledgeable enthusiasts.
Bluebell Railway’s new arrival
Chris Graham on 26th February 2022
We report on the Bluebell Railway's new arrival; an engine that was almost lost when it was dismantled back in the mid-1970s.
1913 steam tug Kerne is back!
Chris Graham on 23rd February 2022
After more than three years of hard work, 1913 steam tug Kerne has returned to steam, as Paul Kirkbride reports.
Steaming around the steelworks!
Chris Graham on 18th February 2022
Fancy steaming around the steelworks? The Appleby-Frodingham Railway Preservation Society will be resuming tours in Scunthorpe this year.
Steam and classic vehicle gathering
Chris Graham on 17th February 2022
We report from one of the last steam and classic vehicle gatherings of 2021 in West Sussex which was enjoyed by all, despite the weather!
ICE Scotland Museum’s attractions
Chris Graham on 8th February 2022
We visit the fascinating, Edinburgh-based ICE Scotland Museum, which offers a unique glimpse into the country's civil engineering heritage.
1981 Leyland ‘Bison’ concrete mixer
Chris Graham on 7th February 2022
Joseph Lewis enjoys a visit to the Amberley Museum near Arundel, in West Sussex, where he discovers a 1981 Leyland ‘Bison’ concrete mixer.
Saunders collection’s Christmas Road Run
Chris Graham on 2nd February 2022
We report on the welcomed return of the Saunders collection's Christmas Road Run, and the wonderful steam-powered vehicles that took part.
