The presentation covers the History of Railways in Southampton from the original three railway companies up to the early 1970's. Also associated with this is the growth and development of the Docks following the purchase of the docks by the LSWR and expansion under the ownership of the Southern Railway.
Join Harry Nethercoat from our Watford branch as he looks back on his journeys in 2025, stretching from Cornwall, up to Scotland - with stops in-between including; London, Cardiff, and closer to home. Expect all traction types on the mainline and in preservation
Archive And Library Open Day
A Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City Branch presentation by Stephen Gay. Details to follow. Doors open 13:30 for 14:00 start.
Hugh Driscoll recounts his time at Stratford Depot, also covering the origins and development of the depot and its subsequent decline and closure.
A double bill presentation of JSG photographs. 'JSG on Tour', railtours from the 1960's and 'JSG's Westerns', images of Class 52s between 1965 and 1975.
This is a strictly RCTS Members only visit to the Freightliner facility at Crewe Basford Hall. Please email outdoorvisits@rcts.org.uk if you would like to take part (numbers will be limited). Payment for the visit will be taken cash only on the day.
'Railways at a Junction, by Fraser Pithie. Further details will be added nearer the date. Please note this is a physical meeting, doors open from 18:30 for a 19:00 start, with a half-time break for refreshments, and we aim to finish around 21:30. Members, visitors and guests all welcome.
For our October meeting, Andrew Gainsbury, the Transport for Wales Rolling Stock Strategy Manager, will be giving what promises to be a very interesting talk on the challenges and opportunities in creating a fleet suitable for the 21st Century. All ably illustrated with photography from Jeremy Segrott.
Archive And Library Open Day
