If there is one principle that has been absolutely clear in railway preservation, it is that nearly anything is possible. Whether it has been facing daunting engineering challenges, restoring locomoti

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

FIRELESS LOCOMOTIVES – PART 2

The life and times of John Farquharson McIntosh, the Chief Locomotive, Carriage & Wagon Superintendent of the Caledonian Railway at St Rollox Works, Glasgow from 1895-1914 has been well documented. Hi

The little-known Old Kiln Light Railway is home to a fascinating collection of narrow gauge locomotives and stock, including a rare large ‘Quarry Hunslet’ awaiting a return to the rails. Steam Railway pays a visit.

While there were undoubtedly many benefits for a single, nationalised railway, for customers there was one thing lacking: competition. For passengers, the car was a viable alternative in most cases, a