The Railways of Devon and Cornwall Around the Early 1960s

Author: Michael Clemens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781781555392
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
The Railways of Devon & Cornwall Around the Early 1960s covers many of the lines across the two counties and the steam locomotives that worked over them. Whilst there are main line photographs, this book mainly visits a selection of the now largely vanished secondary routes and branch lines. The early 1960s also saw the change from steam to diesel power, so the WR hydraulics and first generation DMUs also make an appearance. In the main, the time period is the eight years or so from 1958 until 1966. This book will appeal to railway enthusiasts, modelers, and those interested in local history. Coverage includes: The Exe Valley branch, The Culm Valley branch, The Teign Valley branch, Lyme Regis, Seaton Junction, Sidmouth Junction, Exeter, Crediton, Okehampton, Barnstaple, Torrington to Halwill, Bude and its harbor branch, The North Cornwall Railway to Wadebridge and Padstow, The Launceston and South Devon branch, Plymouth, The Looe branch, Bodmin, Wenford Bridge, Newquay to Par, Falmouth, The Helston branch, and concludes at Penzance. Virtually all of the photographs, a mixture of black & white and color, have never been published before, and all were taken by the author, his father, or his friend Alan Maund.

British Railways in the 1960s

Author: Geoff Plumb
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1473869765
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 335

Book Description
After the Second War, Britains railways were rundown and worn out, requiring massive investment and modernisation. The Big Four railway companies were nationalised from 1948, and the newly formed British Railways embarked on a programme of building new Standard steam locomotives to replace older types. These started to come on stream from 1951.This programme was superseded by the 1955 scheme to dieselise and electrify many lines and so the last loco of the Standard types was built in 1960 and the steam locomotives had been swept entirely from the BR network by 1968.This series of books, 'The Geoff Plumb Collection', is a photographic account of those last few years of the steam locomotives, their decline and replacement during the transition years. Each book covers one of the former Big Four, the Southern Railway, London Midland & Scottish Railway, Great Western Railway and London & North Eastern Railway, including some pictures of the Scottish lines of the LMS and LNER.The books are not intended to convey a complete history of the railways but to illustrate how things were, to a certain extent, in the relatively recent past and impart some information through comprehensive captions, which give a sense of occasion often a last run of a locomotive type or over a stretch of line about to be closed down.The photos cover large parts of the country, though it was impossible to get everywhere given the overall timetable of just a few years mainly when the author was still a schoolboy with limited time and disposable income to get around.Pictures are of the highest quality that could be produced with the equipment then available, but they do reflect real life and real times. In simple terms, a look at a period not so long ago but now gone forever.

The Last One's Gone: Lost Railway Locations of the 1960s

Author: Keith Widdowson
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445695987
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 252

Book Description
A collection of nostalgic images, many previously unpublished, documenting railway locations that are now sadly gone.

Exploring Devon and Cornwall's Branch Lines

Author: John Jackson
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398102407
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 191

Book Description
A journey around the picturesque railways of the West Country. From rolling countryside to seaside views, these two counties have it all.

South Devon

Author: David Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781858952741
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description

Dr Beeching's Axe 50 Years On

Author: Julian Holland
Publisher: F+W Media, Inc.
ISBN: 1446358305
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 355

Book Description
Julian Holland's Dr Beeching's Axe 50 Years On is a unique memorial to all that was lost following the publication of the ‘Beeching Report’ on 27 March 1963. Uniquely, the author has tried to include every railway line that was closed as a result of the ‘Beeching Report’, and more. They are all shown on Map 9 in Part 2 of the ‘Report’ and have been annotated for clarity at the beginning of each regional chapter in the book. Needless to say it is not plain sailing: there are lines that were marked for closure on the maps but were closed before publication of the ‘Report’; there are lines that were not originally on Beeching’s original hit list but which were closed anyway; there are lines that were originally marked down for closure but which were fortunately reprieved. There are even one or two which seem to have not existed at all! The author has included them all.

Great Western Railway Pannier Tanks

Author: Robin Jones
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847976549
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 321

Book Description
The name 'Great Western Railway' immediately conjures up images of Stars, Castles and Kings, the legendary express passenger locomotives that were the envy of the world in their day. However, the Swindon empire also produced extensive fleets of all-purpose tank engines - everyday reliable workhorses and unsung heroes - which were standout classics in their own right. The most distinctive and immediately recognizable type in terms of shape, all but unique to the GWR, was the six-coupled pannier tank. With hundreds of photographs throughout, Great Western Railway Pannier Tanks covers the supremely innovative pannier tank designs of GWR chief mechanical engineer Charles Benjamin Collett, the appearance of the 5700 class in 1929, and the 5400, 6400, 7400 and 9400 classes. Also, the demise of the panniers in British Railways service and the 5700s that marked the end of Western Region steam, followed by a second life beneath the streets - 5700 class panniers on London Underground. Also covers Panniers in preservation, plus cinema and TV roles and even a Royal Train duty. Superbly illustrated with 260 colour and black & white photographs.

The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall

Author: Robert Andrews
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0241307791
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 476

Book Description
Taking you to the historic cities of Devon and Cornwall, this Rough Guide shows you the galleries of St. Ives and local donkey sanctuaries in this updated guide, the ideal companion whether you're on a city break, beach vacation, or road trip. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop and explore, and provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving the roads, taking walking tours, or visiting local cathedrals. You'll find special coverage of history, art, architecture, and literature, and detailed information on the best markets and shopping for each area in this fascinating peninsula. The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, and places to stay, from backpacker hostels to beachfront villas and boutique hotels, and color-coded maps feature every sight and listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall.

The Southern’s Withered Arm

Author: Alan C Butcher
Publisher: Transport Treasury Publishing
ISBN: 1913251055
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 15

Book Description
‘Withered Arm’ is a look at the Southern branch lines west of Salisbury and west of Exeter. There can be few who do not lament the passing of the numerous branch, main and cross country lines especially those in Devon and Cornwall with today just three short branch stubs remaining of what was once the truly expansive Southern network west of Salisbury and then west of Exeter. Author Alan Butcher comes with an intimate knowledge of several of the lines featured and so talks with authority on the routes, stations, features and locomotives used in what was the final years of operation from the mid 1950s onwards. Not only did the routes close during this time but so did many types of steam engine disappear, but examples of the Adams Radial and E1R classes are seen at work as well as Bulleid Pacifics on short length trains – the justification for which continues to be debated 50 years on. Using material from several archives including that of R C Riley, Peter Gray and Roy Vincent, this is a collection to truly savour.

The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall

Author: Rob Andrews
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1405386053
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 420

Book Description
The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall is the ultimate handbook for discovering the region, from the wilds of Dartmoor to the rocky Atlantic coast, and from Lundy Island to the “English Riviera” of Torbay. For outdoor activities enthusiasts or beach bums, The Rough Guide to Devon & Cornwall tells you everything you need to know for a weekend away or an extended break. Discover the best walks, rides, dives and surf breaks in Devon and Cornwall together with biking and hiking trails and specialist holiday operators. Foodies are directed to the regions best restaurants and most authentic pubs with all the region’s diverse food and drink highlights explored and explained, not to mention festivals and local fairs. Whether you’re looking for the best camping or the most stylish hotels rely on accommodation suggestions for every budget and taste. You'll find practical advice on travelling around the region from bus routes to rail passes as well as the clearest maps of any guide. Explore all corners of this region with authoritative background on everything from Devon & Cornwall's varied landscapes and diverse wildlife to its literary connections. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Devon & Corwall