Dugald Drummond joined the London and South Western Railway (LSWR) in 1895 as Locomotive Engineer, succeeding William Adams (see my Talking Stock # 14 post here) having previously worked for the North British Railway, London Brighton & South Coast Railway and the Caledonian Railway. His title changed to Chief Mechanical Engineer in January 1905 and he … Continue reading Talking Stock #17 Drummond’s 4-4-0s more than just T9s!
Month: November 2012
DDD125 – The Bluebell Railway’s Double Donations Dash – extended close date to 6th November 2pm
Further to my post here about the latest Bluebell Railway Double Donations dash the deadline for donations has now been extended until 2pm on Tuesday 6th November. At the time of writing over £103,000, 82% of the target, has been donated so far. The target is to raise £125,000 through online donations and donations made by … Continue reading DDD125 – The Bluebell Railway’s Double Donations Dash – extended close date to 6th November 2pm
Less than 24 hours to Wycrail Model Railway Exhibition
Just a quick reminder that WYCRAIL celebrates its 40th birthday by relocating to a new, bigger and brighter venue with more exhibits and an improved visitor experience tomorrow 3rd November. The annual WYCRAIL model railway exhibition organised by the High Wycombe and District Model Railway Society, will be held at a brand new venue: The Cressex Community School, Holmers Lane, High … Continue reading Less than 24 hours to Wycrail Model Railway Exhibition