The Chappel viaduct 175th anniversary celebrations
Chris Graham on 23rd August 2024
Richard Hemington reports on the recent celebrations organised to mark the 175th anniversary of the Chappel viaduct near Colchester.
engines
We sample a rare survivor, a 1967 Commer Imp van
Chris Graham on 28th May 2024
Mike Neale samples a rare 1967 Imp van which, as you might expect from a Rootes Group commercial vehicle, carries Commer branding.
Tractor World 2024: bigger, better and earlier!
Chris Graham on 30th January 2024
We preview the enormous and very popular Tractor World Show which returns to the Three Counties Showground in Malvern, next month.
Rare light-commercial versions of the Standard Vanguard
Chris Graham on 5th October 2023
Mike Neale tells the story of the light-commercial versions of the Standard Vanguard saloons, and meets a man with quite a collection.
High Weald Rally with an international flavour!
Chris Graham on 21st August 2023
We report on this year's High Weald Rally which, together with many other attractions, welcomed an enthusiastic contingent from France.
The amazing history of truck builder, Thornycroft
Chris Graham on 7th July 2023
Ed Burrows explores the fascinating history of truck manufacturer Thornycroft, that started life building Thames motor launches then warships!
Interesting roller at Morwellham Quay Living History Village
Chris Graham on 16th May 2023
James Hamilton reports on an interesting steam roller that's now to be found at Morwellham Quay Living History Village.
The 90-mile Cheshire Run
Chris Graham on 25th August 2022
Ed Burrows reports on the welcomed return of the 90-mile Cheshire Run that attracted a wide range of interesting, classic commercials.
Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival
Chris Graham on 2nd May 2022
The Severn Valley Railway has announced two guest locomotives that will be visiting for its Spring Diesel Festival in May.
