Famous fairground families and their classic vehicles
Chris Graham on 5th September 2023
David Vaughan, with material provided by Mike Hanna, looks at famous fairground families and their vehicles, starting with Tom Benson & Sons.
1950s
A unique AEC Mandator saved from oblivion
Chris Graham on 31st August 2023
AEC wasn't considered a ‘heavy haulage’ specialist, but that didn’t stop this Mandator from changing those perceptions, says Ian Shaw.
A trio of 1950s Fordsons still working hard
Chris Graham on 25th August 2023
Chris Graham meets Peter Milner whose interest in Fordson tractors from the 1950s can best be described as a Major one!
Classic recovery lorries from yesteryear
Chris Graham on 23rd August 2023
Michael Marshall takes a wander through the photo archives to focus on a fascinating selection recovery lorries from years gone by.
Tractor Fest 2023; the UK’s biggest and best!
Chris Graham on 19th July 2023
Chris Graham reports from Tractor Fest, where thousands of enthusiasts gathered for the UK’s greatest tractor event.
Beautifully-restored electric-powered milk float
Chris Graham on 23rd June 2023
The electric-powered milk float was a common sight 50 years ago, but survivors are rare. Bob Weir meets Paul Nicolls and his superb example.
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.
More from the amazing Dingles Fairground Museum
Chris Graham on 24th May 2023
David Reed continues his report from Dingles Fairground Museum, looking at more of the fascinating exhibits, and trying the historic rides.
Classic cargo ships on the St Lawrence river
Chris Graham on 15th May 2023
Jim Shaw looks at some of the cargo ships which called at the Canadian port of Montreal in the post-war era.
Testing a 1964 Austin Gipsy
Chris Graham on 4th May 2023
Zack Stiling sings the praises of the Austin Gipsy that, despite many views to the contrary, is a pleasant and eminently capable off-roader.
Royal Navy changes over the past 70 years
Chris Graham on 26th April 2023
Paul Brown takes time to assess the significant changes made to the Royal Navy during the second Elizabethan age.
Bedford lorry range models reviewed
Chris Graham on 13th April 2023
Mike Neale looks at a very popular Bedford lorry range launched in the 1950s that, for whatever reason, inspired surprisingly few models.
Rural Life Living Museum working weekend
Chris Graham on 17th March 2023
David Vaughan reports from a very enjoyable steam working weekend at the Rural Life Living Museum, in leafy Surrey.
FE 35 tractor buying guide
Chris Graham on 9th January 2023
Chris Graham meets Ferguson enthusiast Dave Woolerton to discuss the pros and cons of his beautifully-restored, early FE 35.
