The stunning Strumpshaw Show!
Chris Graham on 28th October 2022
We report from the stunning Strumpshaw Show which was a real treat this year, with fantastic, interesting and unusual exhibits galore!
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1920 Marshall 6hp Q Class traction engine lives on
Chris Graham on 15th September 2022
We tell the fascinating ownership story of Michael Oldham's beautifully-presented, 1920 Marshall 6hp Q Class traction engine.
1908 Stanley steam car
Chris Graham on 7th September 2022
We report on the spectacular debut of a 1908 Stanley steam car, which happened at the recent Parham Park Steam Rally.
The Great Dorset Steam Fair is back!
Chris Graham on 30th July 2022
We're delighted to report that the Great Dorset Steam Fair is back this year with an exciting, local sponsor, the Gritchie Brewing Co.
Steam Apprentice Club’s Driving Weekend
Chris Graham on 28th June 2022
Kate Plant reports on the 2022 Steam Apprentice Club's Driving Weekend, held at Weeting, Norfolk, for 25 enthusiastic new apprentices.
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!
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.
Villa Wrea Autumn Steam Fair
Chris Graham on 19th November 2021
Sue Ogden reports from the first Villa Wrea Autumn Steam Fair, which turned out to be an outstanding success.
National Traction Engine Trust
Chris Graham on 16th February 2021
Paul Ritchie reports on important developments arising from the National Traction Engine Trust’s recent AGM. Last November the National Traction Engine Trust (NTET) held its annual general meeting and, like so many organisations unable to meet due to Covid-19 restrictions,…
The life and times of Jimmy
Chris Graham on 27th January 2021
Peter Love takes a nostalgic look at the life and times of Jimmy, an Aveling & Porter road locomotive, and the first he ever stood on. The life and times of Jimmy: This 1900 Aveling & Porter LC6 was the…
The Lion saved from export
Chris Graham on 8th January 2021
Adrian White reports on the welcomed purchase and re-homing in the UK of a rare and treasured beast! The Lion is safe again! Fowler 19782 making steam on November 2nd in its new environment at Stotfold. (Pic: Adrian White) The…
Steam in Miniature 2020
Chris Graham on 19th October 2020
Despite the Covid restrictions, the wonderful, Bressingham Steam in Miniature event went ahead, as Peter Love reports.
Classic assortment out in Kent
Chris Graham on 10th October 2020
Peter Love reports on the successful and very enjoyable first running of the Weald of Kent Steam Rally Road Run.
Merv’s fantastic Dodman traction engine
Chris Graham on 22nd September 2020
Despite the lack of rallies this summer, Merv Pollington has been out and about on his fantastic, 4in Dodman traction engine.
