Evesham Vale Light Railway event
Chris Graham on 6th May 2021
The great news from the Evesham Vale Light Railway is that the scheduled Summer Gala & Historic Vehicle Weekend will be going ahead in July!
Old Glory
1903 Fowler A4 traction engine
Chris Graham on 5th May 2021
Simon Nuttall provides an update on the new home he’s created for his superb, ex-Australian, 1903 Fowler A4 traction engine.
Ruston steam shovels
Chris Graham on 3rd May 2021
Keith Haddock continues his A-to-Z of steam shovels with a fascinating look at the extensive range of Lincoln-built Ruston steam shovels.
Miniature oscillating-cylinder steam engines
Chris Graham on 2nd May 2021
Tim Armitage explains the appeal of miniature oscillating-cylinder steam engines; one of the most popular forms of engine for modellers.
1934 Sentinel timber tractor
Chris Graham on 30th April 2021
David Vaughan reports on a rare 1934 Sentinel timber tractor that’s returned to steam after a very successful winter refit.
Steam Rollers Part 2
Chris Graham on 24th April 2021
Soon-to-be-published Steam Rollers Part 2 is the latest bookazine for steam fans from Kelsey Publishing. Order your copy from April 30th!
The Caterpillar D8 crawler
Chris Graham on 19th April 2021
Peter Love looks back at the history and development of a classic, earth-moving heavy-hitter, the Caterpillar D8 crawler.
Skogar Folk Museum visit
Chris Graham on 18th April 2021
Mal Jordan reports on a very enjoyable visit to the Skogar Folk Museum in Iceland, where he discovered some unusual and interesting exhibits.
Steam tug Kerne appeal
Chris Graham on 17th April 2021
The 1913 steam tug Kerne is celebrating 50 years of continuous ownership, thanks to the efforts of The Steam Tug Kerne Preservation Society.
Dodman miniature traction engine
Chris Graham on 10th April 2021
Les Kirk, having built a Dodman miniature traction engine, reveals his second project, a 4in Garrett, made to a similarly high standard.
Unique horse-drawn trams saved!
Chris Graham on 5th April 2021
South Australia's unique horse-drawn trams, and the 5ft 3in-gauge track on which they run, have just been saved, reports Hugh Dougherty.
Atlantic locomotive new-build update
Chris Graham on 2nd April 2021
Recent lockdowns have upset progress with the Brighton Atlantic locomotive new-build, but the steam engine project is still moving forwards.
Fowler 6nhp traction engine finds new home
Chris Graham on 28th March 2021
Bob Moorman charts the eventful working life of Fowler 6nhp traction engine No.9691 in Australia, and reports on its new UK home.
Crawford’s 1958 Austin Gipsy
Chris Graham on 27th March 2021
Brian Culpan tells the fascinating story of Crawford’s 1958 Austin Gipsy, which truly is a 'van for all seasons'.
