The NEC’s Classic Motor Show
Chris Graham on 20th January 2022
We report from the NEC's Classic Motor Show which, despite its reduced size, still offered plenty to interest classic commercial enthusiasts.
Old Glory
1910 wooden canal boat saved!
Chris Graham on 18th January 2022
Colin Wareing reports on the chance discover, rescue and on-going restoration of a wonderful, 1910 wooden canal boat.
The amazing Bregazzi steam buggy!
Chris Graham on 15th January 2022
Part 1: Jonathan Bregazzi tells the story of the amazing Bregazzi Steam Buggy, which he designed and built himself at home.
Lifelong traction engine enthusiasts!
Chris Graham on 10th January 2022
Sally Clifford meets lifelong traction engine enthusiasts Alan and Frank Jackson, and their current pair of superb engines.
Garratt steams at Vale of Rheidol
Chris Graham on 8th January 2022
Ex-South African Railway's Garratt steams at Vale of Rheidol railway in preparation for the 2022 passenger train season.
Amazing Browning steam shovels!
Chris Graham on 30th December 2021
Keith Haddock explains the fascinating history of Browning steam shovels that were developed in Ohio during the early 20th century.
County Donegal Railway request
Chris Graham on 29th December 2021
Hugh Dougherty announces a request for train-related tales from those involved with the County Donegal Railways down the years.
A pair of 0-6-0DM Bagnball locomotives
Chris Graham on 24th December 2021
Phil Barnes recounts the export of two 0-6-0DM Bagnball locomotives to New Zealand, back in the late 1950s.
Road to Rails rally
Chris Graham on 15th December 2021
Paul Ritchie reports from the well-attended Road to Rails rally which took place at the Swanage Railway, in Dorset.
Kentish Sail Association’s 48th Swale Match
Chris Graham on 14th December 2021
James Hamilton reports from the long-awaited Kentish Sail Association's 48th Swale Match for vintage sailing enthusiasts.
Shuttleworth Collection Vintage Weekend
Chris Graham on 13th December 2021
Simon Colbeck reports from the fantastic Shuttleworth Collection Vintage Weekend, held at Old Warden Aerodrome in Bedfordshire.
Fowler showman’s engine Bertha
Chris Graham on 8th December 2021
Fowler showman’s engine Bertha makes its first public appearance in Switzerland with new owner, Martin Horath.v
Cheffins sale dominated by Ford tractors
Chris Graham on 4th December 2021
Peter Love reports from a recent Cheffins sale dominated by Ford tractors, held at the company's Sutton premises in Cambridgeshire.
1905 Allchin 8hp engine, Lena
Chris Graham on 3rd December 2021
Peter Love meets Fred and Steve Jenkinson, and their just-back-in-steam 1905 Allchin 8hp engine, Lena, in County Carlow.