Recently-released diecast and resin models for collectors
Chris Graham on 30th August 2024
Mike Neale selects his pick of recently-released diecast and resin models of vans, pick-ups, ambulances and a Mini Moke.
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The 2024 Hertfordshire Steam & Country Show
Chris Graham on 6th August 2024
Hundreds of enthusiasts visited Letchworth Garden City for the Hertfordshire Steam & Country Show on 1st-2nd June, as Zack Stiling reports.
Steamers at the Hertfordshire Steam & Country Show
Chris Graham on 18th July 2024
Hundreds attended the Hertfordshire Steam & Country Show in Letchworth Garden City on June 1st-2nd, as Zack Stiling reports.
Collectable Ford and Fordson BBE and 7V models
Chris Graham on 21st June 2024
Mike Neale takes a nostalgic look at a selection of collectable, shelf-sized Ford and Fordson BBE and 7V models.
Restoring a 1967 Bedford VAL 14 outside broadcast unit
Chris Graham on 5th April 2024
Peter Simpson tells the story of a rather special 1960s Bedford VAL 14, its time in television and its new life in preservation.
Timber extraction using classic Ford and Fordson machinery
Chris Graham on 21st November 2023
We visit the Sussex/Kent border to meet a man who uses venerable, but well-maintained machinery for timber extraction and reforestation.
Brilliant models of classic Bedford commercials
Chris Graham on 24th October 2023
A double treat for classic Bedford commercials fans this month, as Mike Neale looks at some even smaller examples.
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.
A beautifully restored, 1973 Bedford TK horsebox
Chris Graham on 29th September 2023
Bob Weir meets Robert Campbell and his beautifully restored, 1973 Bedford TK horsebox that possibly has Royal connections.
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!
1956 David Brown towing tractor restored
Chris Graham on 18th April 2022
Bernard Holloway pays a return visit to an enthusiastic collector with a flair for restoration, to see his 1956 David Brown towing tractor.
Gas turbine-powered commercials
Chris Graham on 14th April 2022
Ed Burrows takes a fascinating look at how truck manufacturers dabbled with gas turbine-powered commercials, starting back in the 1950s.
Small lighting and charging plants
Chris Graham on 12th January 2022
Patrick Knight takes a look at some of the small lighting and charging plants being exhibited by stationary engine owners these days.
Post-war RAF fire appliances
Chris Graham on 7th December 2021
Mike and Julie Blenkinsop investigate the range of large and fascinating post-war RAF fire appliances, some of which still survive.
