Author: John RANDALL (F.G.S.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
The Severn Valley Railway
Author: Michael A. VannsPublisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1473892066
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
The Severn Valley Railway has long been considered by many to be Britains premier heritage railway. That reputation was earned early thanks to the quality of locomotive and carriage restoration, the careful refurbishment of stations and the standard of service offered to visitors. As with all heritage railways it has had to adapt to changing expectations over the years whilst attempting to keep the original aims of railway preservation at the heart of everything it does. This guide traces the history of the original Severn Valley Railway from the early plans of the 1840s, through its days when operated by first the Great Western Railway and then British Railways. The last chapter looks at the challenges and the achievements of the preservation era and the whole narrative should be of interest to anyone keen to know more of the story of a national treasure.
The Railway Preservation Revolution
Author: Jonathan BrownPublisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1473891191
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
A ride on a steam train is a popular family outing. More than 100 heritage railways cater for that demand, capturing the spirit of nostalgia while preserving the engines and equipment of past days of rail travel. Their interests even extend to the modern era of 1960's - 70's diesels.Those heritage railways themselves have a long pedigree, back to 1951, when a group of enthusiasts saved the Talyllyn Railway in mid-Wales from closure. They ran this railway as volunteers, out of their love of the little trains and a desire to keep it going. Their example was followed by many more preservation societies who preserved and restored branch lines, country lines and industrial lines for our enjoyment now.Six decades have passed, and we are now beginning to realize what an impressive history the heritage railway movement has. This book traces that history, from the humble beginnings the hopes and ambitions of the pioneers on the different railway projects. There were times of failure and frustration, as some fell by the wayside, but others have made it through times of adversity to become the major heritage businesses of today.
Author: Great Britain
Author: Great Britain. Parliament. House of Lords
Author: Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons
Author: John Richard BurtonBritish Steam Locomotives Before Preservation
Author: Malcolm CleggPublisher: Pen and Sword Transport
ISBN: 1526760479
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
A pictorial history of the British locomotives now part of the national collection, detailing their working lives and their preservation. British Steam Locomotives Before Preservation covers the history in pictorial form of steam locomotives that are now preserved as part of the national collection. Those which can be found in private collections and the ones which adorn the various heritage railways which operate throughout Britain. The book looks at each subject both in its working life and during its subsequent preservation. The pictorial content covers a wide swathe of Britain during the years before the heritage locomotives were earmarked for preservation. Praise for British Steam Locomotives Before Preservation “The book does exactly what it says on the cover and is recommended for anyone with an interest in UK standard-gauge steam. The photographs include not only locomotives, but also trains in some very interesting settings, which adds to the enjoyment of a well-researched offering. Recommended—Next one please!” —Ffestiniog Railway Magazine
Author: Great Britain. Her Majesty's Stationery OfficeClassic British Steam Locos
Author: compiled from Wikipedia entries and published byby DrGoogelbergPublisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291079734
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 570
Book Description
do you want to know everything on steam locos, how they work? Read about the technology and lots of steam locos like the flying Scotsman. Compiled from Wikipedia pages and published by dr Googelberg.
