Week of Events
Trams at Home and Abroad
A long-time tram and trolleybus follower, Graham will show us images of just some of the tram systems in the UK and overseas, taken through time.
The Changing Scene on the WCML Southern Section, 1930s to the present day.
A Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City Branch presentation by Rob Freeman. Details to follow. Doors open 13:30 for a 14:00 presentation start.
East Coast Main Line disasters – Adrian Gray
Adrian Gray is a historian who has been writing about railways and local history since his teenage years. This talk was inspired by his regular trips to London for work, travelling from Retford to King’s Cross. The talk will look at some significant fatal accidents and how they gradually contributed to improved safety since the…
Rail Freight Trains Around The UK
"Although freight traffic today generally means stone and containers (of which we will see plenty) we will also see some of the flows of coal which existed until the last few years. Geographical coverage is from Hampshire (a surprising modern day freight "hotspot") and South Wales to the West Highlands of Scotland"
German Railways in Transition
A presentation by excellent photographer Peter Robins, which, starting with Rheine - Emden steam in 1975, looks at both DB and DR over the years and their transition from steam to diesel and electric traction. Some Plandampf and narrow gauge images are also included. For this virtual event, you will require a ticket. Free for…
Archive And Library Open Day – CANCELLED
Archive And Library Open Day- CANCELLED Cancelled due to ongoing interior works by Govia Thameslink Railway.
