The Old Mineral Line
The Old Mineral Line

Author: Roger John Sellick

Publisher:

Published: 2012-06-01

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780857041883

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In this collection of historic photographs and commentary, R.J. Sellick traces the story of the Mineral Railway, a local line from the port of Wathcet, from its beginnings in 1856, through its fitful decline, to the end of the company in 1925. He also offers guidance to exploring what remains of the railway from routes open to the public.

Beeching
Beeching

Author: Anthony Poulton-Smith

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 0752492241

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In 1963 Dr Beeching’s infamous report signalled the end for over 15,000 miles of track, a third of Britain’s stations, and for 70,000 jobs, as well as making irrevocable changes to the way of life of many consumers. Much misery was caused and Beeching’s name was muddied, but in hindsight the report probably did more than any other single factor to preserve the nation’s railway heritage. Without the Beeching cuts, much of the locomotives, stock, tracks, signals and signs would have crumbled, been forgotten or rotted. However, the gentle railway gradients lend themselves perfectly to walkways and cycle paths; buildings have been refurbished; memorabilia now commands prices at auction which would astonish those who painted the metal. And of course, the heritage lines continue to draw many thousands of visitors each year. After the initial shock of the cuts, this fresh appraisal considers these benefits and more, which may not have come about without the Beeching Report.

Great Western Railway Stations
Great Western Railway Stations

Author: Allen Jackson

Publisher:

Published: 2017-04-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781445670119

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Perhaps more has been written about the Great Western Railway than any other, and the company is regarded with the most affection. The combination of an unbroken history, engineering icons of the Victorian era, holiday destinations and a visual appeal in their design work went a long way in keeping the GWR in pole position. The stations and other structures have long enjoyed the admiration of many and are a quintessential ingredient of the GWR recipe for remembrance. Change has always been with us on the railways and none more so than in the twenty-first century, where much of the GWR scene is to be swept away under the wires of electrification. The GWR proposed electrification of the Taunton to Penzance route in the 1930s and would have carried it out if they'd had the cash so, eighty years later, this change has an air of inevitability about it. Great Western Railway Stations is a last look at much of the GWR architecture, some of which is listed, and aims to present a lavishly illustrated overview of what remains of the old company.

West from Paddington
West from Paddington

Author: Stuart Cole

Publisher: Etica Press Ltd

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 190563305X

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West from Paddington is the essential companion for every traveller on First Great Western Railway. Packed with information on all the landmarks, railway history, geographical features and places of interest that can be seen from your window as your journey unfolds, this indispensable guide covers three great routes - Paddington to Bristol; Reading to Penzance and Swindon to Carmarthen. A route map for each section of the journey highlights the features described, and the book includes hundreds of specially commissioned colour photographs giving a 'traveller's-eye' view. Each entry indicates on which side of the train the place or item of interest described can be found. Written by lifelong railway enthusiast and Professor of Transport, Stuart Cole, and with a Foreword by pop impresario and railway devotee Pete Waterman OBE, West from Paddington will turn your journey into a voyage of discovery.

The Branch Lines of Berkshire
The Branch Lines of Berkshire

Author: Colin G. Maggs

Publisher: Branch Lines of

Published: 2011-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781848683471

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A lavishly illustrated title from acknowledged railway expert Colin G. Maggs, presenting the story of Berkshire's branch lines.