Bredgar & Wormshall Light Railway’s Gala Day
Chris Graham on 10th November 2023
We report on a day spent with 1936 Orenstein & Koppel 0-4-0 engine Helga, at the superb 2ft gauge Bredgar & Wormshall Light Railway in Kent.
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Important alternative fuel trials update for steamers
Chris Graham on 27th April 2023
The National Traction Engine Trust's Tom Attwood brings us the latest news on the important alternative fuel trials.
Shuttleworth Collection’s Engineering Weekend
Chris Graham on 27th March 2023
Simon Colbeck reports from the Shuttleworth Collection's Engineering Weekend, which took place recently with many fascinating attractions.
Neglected 1926 Aveling & Porter sold
Chris Graham on 16th February 2023
Peter Love reports on the sale of an interesting but long-neglected 1926 Aveling & Porter 6-ton M-type tractor.
1936 Fowler DNC road roller
Chris Graham on 10th August 2022
Jonathan Vartan talks to David Vaughan about his life with steam engines and, in particular, his 1936 Fowler DNC road roller Hermes.
Brilliant Abbey Hill Steam Rally report
Chris Graham on 20th July 2022
Joseph Lewis reports from the 2022 Abbey Hill Steam Rally, back at the Yeovil Showground, in Somerset, after a two-year absence.
Trials of bio-coal continue
Chris Graham on 7th May 2022
We report on the continuing trials of bio-coal to assess its suitability for regular use on the UK's heritage steam railways.
1922 Wallis & Steevens roller re-tubed
Chris Graham on 5th March 2022
Paul Ritchie provides an update on the essential repair work carried out on Dave Loader's unique, 1922 Wallis & Steevens Oilbath road roller.
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.
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.
Mouth-watering road steamers!
Chris Graham on 1st November 2021
Jeremy Martin's invitation event saw a gathering of mouth-watering road steamers, steam portables and other interesting vehicles.
Burrell Special Scenic No.1
Chris Graham on 19th May 2021
Bob Moorman charts the life of one of the most recognisable, 100-year-old showman’s engines around, Burrell Special Scenic No.1.
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.
