North from Kings Cross – Images from the RCTS Archive
MHD Cox Green Cox Green Community Centre, Highfield Lane, Cox Green, MaidenheadWeek of Events
Cardiff Model Railway Show
Members of the RCTS South Wales branch will be taking our preloved book stall to the 37th Cardiff Model Railway show, held this year over the first weekend in November at Sophia Gardens, home of the newly promoted Glamorgan Cricket Club. Why not come along, say hello and see some excellent model railways. Opening hours:…
North from Kings Cross – Images from the RCTS Archive
A review over the years – steam, diesels and electrics, with the odd deviation along the way
The Spa Valley Railway
The Spa Valley Railway is now well established as one of our nearest heritage railways, and today Brian Halford returns to tell us of its latest developments.
Memories of a Gorleston Spotter (part 2)
A Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City branch presentation by Chris Wright. Details to follow. Doors open 13:30 for a 14:00 start.
A beginner’s introduction to Walschaerts Valve Gear – Robin Gibbons
This is not as forbidding as it sounds and because of its nature, it lends itself to audience participation.
WFD Branch – Potential Outside Visit, 23rd September 2025 – Postponed to 29th October 2025 – Now CANCELLED
Sadly, this visit has had to be cancelled, but we may try again at some time during 2026 - watch this space! A visit has been organised to the Avanti West Coast Training Academy in Crewe for Wednesday 29th October 2025, from 15:00 to 17:00 hours, to see the facilities there. As well as the…
My Special Year: 2017
2017 was a Special Year for Robin Patrick, and tonight he looks back at it. His presentation covers a whole year of photography, featuring both steam & modern traction, including three Overseas visits, to South Africa, Sweden and the Czech Republic. For this virtual event, you will require a ticket. Free for RCTS members, but…
Archive And Library Open Day – CANCELLED
Archive And Library Open Day- CANCELLED Cancelled due to ongoing interior works by Govia Thameslink Railway.