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831 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: August 2024 Sold for: £140
565 Railway Magazine, bound volumes, a complete run from 1897 to 1970. Buyer to collect from near Oxford. Railway Magazine, bound volumes, a complete run from 1897 to 1970. Buyer to collect from near Oxford. - photo 2 Railway Magazine, bound volumes, a complete run from 1897 to 1970. Buyer to collect from near Oxford. Auction: August 2024
551 British Rail Western Region Class 35 HymekMaintenance and Overhaul Manual by Beyer Peacock (Hymek) Limited Manchester, May 1961. A substantial and scarce, possibly unique Workshop Manual for this class of locomotive. Well used by staff at Canton Depot but appears to still be complete. British Rail Western Region Class 35 HymekMaintenance and Overhaul Manual by Beyer Peacock (Hymek) Limited Manchester, May 1961. A substantial and scarce, possibly unique Workshop Manual for this class of locomotive. Well used by staff at Canton Depot but appears to still be complete. Auction: August 2024 Sold for: £100
550 Class 52 Western Hydraulic Instruction Notes issued by the Service Engineering School Power Division Bristol Siddeley Engines Limited December 1962. A scarce, possibly unique Workshop Manual for this class of locomotive. Well used by staff at Canton Depot but appears to still be complete. Class 52 Western Hydraulic Instruction Notes issued by the Service Engineering School Power Division Bristol Siddeley Engines Limited December 1962. A scarce, possibly unique Workshop Manual for this class of locomotive. Well used by staff at Canton Depot but appears to still be complete. Auction: August 2024 Sold for: £42
547 LMS Engine Diagram Books, a pair, both ex Aberdeen MPD. The first is for the Northern Division from the St Rollox Drawing Office showing 34 diagrams of Caledonian & Highland Locomotives. The second is LMS Standard Locomotives with 45 diagrams. Both in good, used condition. LMS Engine Diagram Books, a pair, both ex Aberdeen MPD. The first is for the Northern Division from the St Rollox Drawing Office showing 34 diagrams of Caledonian & Highland Locomotives. The second is LMS Standard Locomotives with 45 diagrams. Both in good, used condition. Auction: August 2024 Sold for: £80
369 Railway Buttons, Badges & Uniforms hardback Book by David J. Froggatt. A used, thumbed example in very good condition with some tears and wrinkling to dust jacket. A must for the button collector and offered prior to the following lots of a significant button collection. Railway Buttons, Badges & Uniforms hardback Book by David J. Froggatt. A used, thumbed example in very good condition with some tears and wrinkling to dust jacket. A must for the button collector and offered prior to the following lots of a significant button collection. Auction: August 2024
262 Poster To Poster hardback books written by Richard Furness, the complete set of volume 1 to volume 8 each signed by the author.ComprisesVolume 1. Scotland; Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East; Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales; Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England; Volume 5. London and the South East; Volume 6. The British North West; Volume 7. The Glorious South West; Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All volumes are in virtually mint condition with original dust jackets. The unsurpassed definitive works on railway posters the likes of which will undoubtedly never be published again. (8 items) Poster To Poster hardback books written by Richard Furness, the complete set of volume 1 to volume 8 each signed by the author.ComprisesVolume 1. Scotland; Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East; Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales; Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England; Volume 5. London and the South East; Volume 6. The British North West; Volume 7. The Glorious South West; Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All volumes are in virtually mint condition with original dust jackets. The unsurpassed definitive works on railway posters the likes of which will undoubtedly never be published again. (8 items) Auction: August 2024 Sold for: £320
557 Book RAILWAY BUTTONS, BADGES & UNIFORMS by David J. Froggatt, published by Ian Allan in 1986. Together with the rare SUPPLEMENT 1 published in 1989. Book RAILWAY BUTTONS, BADGES & UNIFORMS by David J. Froggatt, published by Ian Allan in 1986. Together with the rare SUPPLEMENT 1 published in 1989. Auction: July 2024 Sold for: £160
556 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: July 2024 Sold for: £180
813 London & North Western Railway Official Carriage Diagram stock book. Totals 467 pages and lists all the LNWR carriages etc with drawings dimensions and weights. leather bound but sadly spine detached but a wonderful record and rare survivor. Measures 20in x 10.5in. London & North Western Railway Official Carriage Diagram stock book. Totals 467 pages and lists all the LNWR carriages etc with drawings dimensions and weights. leather bound but sadly spine detached but a wonderful record and rare survivor. Measures 20in x 10.5in. - photo 2 London & North Western Railway Official Carriage Diagram stock book. Totals 467 pages and lists all the LNWR carriages etc with drawings dimensions and weights. leather bound but sadly spine detached but a wonderful record and rare survivor. Measures 20in x 10.5in. Auction: March 2024 Sold for: £320
812 Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine, a complete run from Volume 1 1897 to Volume 112 1965. Stored correctly, the collection is basically in excellent condition. Buyer to arrange collection from vendors address in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine, a complete run from Volume 1 1897 to Volume 112 1965. Stored correctly, the collection is basically in excellent condition. Buyer to arrange collection from vendors address in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. Auction: March 2024 Sold for: £500
811 A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All are signed by the author and all numbered 7/100 and in excellent condition but Volume 2 which has a small tape repair to the rear of the dust jacket.. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print and the first set we have seen with Volume number 8 signed. A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All are signed by the author and all numbered 7/100 and in excellent condition but Volume 2 which has a small tape repair to the rear of the dust jacket.. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print and the first set we have seen with Volume number 8 signed. - photo 2 A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All are signed by the author and all numbered 7/100 and in excellent condition but Volume 2 which has a small tape repair to the rear of the dust jacket.. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print and the first set we have seen with Volume number 8 signed. Auction: March 2024 Sold for: £550
810 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: March 2024 Sold for: £140
670 92 Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine covering the years 1898 - 1968 with the following missing 1898 July December, 1899 July December, 1904 January June, 1906 July to December, 1911 July December, 1912, 1913 July December, 1914, 1915, 1916, 1917 July December, 1918, 1920 January to June, 1921 January to June, 1922 and 1953, So a great starting point for a near complete set. All in good condition, buyer to arrange collection from Swindon. 92 Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine covering the years 1898 - 1968 with the following missing 1898 July December, 1899 July December, 1904 January June, 1906 July to December, 1911 July December, 1912, 1913 July December, 1914, 1915, 1916, 1917 July December, 1918, 1920 January to June, 1921 January to June, 1922 and 1953, So a great starting point for a near complete set. All in good condition, buyer to arrange collection from Swindon. Auction: January 2024 Sold for: £420
498 A couple of highly useful Reference Books comprising: Railway Buttons Badges & Uniforms by Froggatt; London Transport Cap Badges by David Lawrence. Both in excellent condition. (2 items) A couple of highly useful Reference Books comprising: Railway Buttons Badges & Uniforms by Froggatt; London Transport Cap Badges by David Lawrence. Both in excellent condition. (2 items) Auction: January 2024 Sold for: £44
412 Early ABC's by Ian Allan, quantity 10, all appear to be unmarked. Together with a further 10 publications to include Titans Of The Track, The Stanier Pacifics, My Best Railway Photographs etc. (20 items) Early ABC's by Ian Allan, quantity 10, all appear to be unmarked. Together with a further 10 publications to include Titans Of The Track, The Stanier Pacifics, My Best Railway Photographs etc. (20 items) Auction: January 2024 Sold for: £260
664 A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All bar one signed by the author and all numbered 60/100 and in excellent condition. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print. A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All bar one signed by the author and all numbered 60/100 and in excellent condition. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print. Auction: November 2023 Sold for: £440
663 Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1908 complete with 1913 updated index. Cover embossed with Mr F. Tatlow and F.C.J.Davidson and inside stamped Parliamentary Office Midland Railway 16 Gt George St Westminster. Frank Tatlow was general manager of the Midland Railway from 1918-1922. In excellent condition complete with all 158 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in. Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1908 complete with 1913 updated index. Cover embossed with Mr F. Tatlow and F.C.J.Davidson and inside stamped Parliamentary Office Midland Railway 16 Gt George St Westminster. Frank Tatlow was general manager of the Midland Railway from 1918-1922. In excellent condition complete with all 158 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in. Auction: November 2023 Sold for: £240
662 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. together with a signed copy of THE CLOCKS OF THE LONDON, BRIGHTON AND SOUTH COAST RAILWAY by Dr. D.R. Parr published in 1989 and the definitive work on this companies clocks and a copy of GILLETT Clocks, Carillons, Bells by Gillett & Johnson 1906. All 3 in excellent condition. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. together with a signed copy of THE CLOCKS OF THE LONDON, BRIGHTON AND SOUTH COAST RAILWAY by Dr. D.R. Parr published in 1989 and the definitive work on this companies clocks and a copy of GILLETT Clocks, Carillons, Bells by Gillett & Johnson 1906. All 3 in excellent condition. Auction: November 2023 Sold for: £140
397 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint except a small tear to cover, together with THE CLOCKS OF THE LONDON, BRIGHTON AND SOUTH COAST RAILWAY by Dr. D.R. Parr published in 1989 and the definitive work on this companies clocks. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint except a small tear to cover, together with THE CLOCKS OF THE LONDON, BRIGHTON AND SOUTH COAST RAILWAY by Dr. D.R. Parr published in 1989 and the definitive work on this companies clocks. Auction: July 2023 Sold for: £130
238 Forest Of Dean Railway Books, quantity 5 comprising: Severn & Wye Volumes 1,2 and 3; Forest of Dean Branch Volume 1; Historical Survey of The Forest of Dean Branch; R.A. Cooke Track Layout Diagrams section 27 Forest of Dean. All in extremely good condition. (6 items) Forest Of Dean Railway Books, quantity 5 comprising: Severn & Wye Volumes 1,2 and 3; Forest of Dean Branch Volume 1; Historical Survey of The Forest of Dean Branch; R.A. Cooke Track Layout Diagrams section 27 Forest of Dean. All in extremely good condition. (6 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £45
234 L&NWR miniature books with Britannia logo on a blue ground. The first, just 4in x 2.5in is the Roll of Directors and Officers Of The Company Statistics And Dates Of Meeting March 1916 to April 1917 so midway through the first world war. The second, slightly bigger 4in x 2.75in is the Rates of Pay and Conditions Of Service of Railway Staff, dated 1922. Both in extremely good condition, museum quality. (2 items) L&NWR miniature books with Britannia logo on a blue ground. The first, just 4in x 2.5in is the Roll of Directors and Officers Of The Company Statistics And Dates Of Meeting March 1916 to April 1917 so midway through the first world war. The second, slightly bigger 4in x 2.75in is the Rates of Pay and Conditions Of Service of Railway Staff, dated 1922. Both in extremely good condition, museum quality. (2 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £30
233 A box of miscellaneous official books to include a scarce British Rail Admin Instruction for the visit of HM Queen Elizabeth an HRH Prince Philip to the Wolverton Workshops 4th April 1966. A box of miscellaneous official books to include a scarce British Rail Admin Instruction for the visit of HM Queen Elizabeth an HRH Prince Philip to the Wolverton Workshops 4th April 1966. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £20
208 British Railways Locomotive Allocations by Jim Grindlay, qty 6 virtually mint. Together with qty 12 RCTS Locomotive Stock Books all in good to excellent condition.. Additionally, a miscellany comprising a BR(M) Train Lighting Dynamo Cover; a London Transport plastic triangle radiator badge; a couple of traffolite Lever Plates; a small quantity of GWR Maps. British Railways Locomotive Allocations by Jim Grindlay, qty 6 virtually mint. Together with qty 12 RCTS Locomotive Stock Books all in good to excellent condition.. Additionally, a miscellany comprising a BR(M) Train Lighting Dynamo Cover; a London Transport plastic triangle radiator badge; a couple of traffolite Lever Plates; a small quantity of GWR Maps. - photo 2 British Railways Locomotive Allocations by Jim Grindlay, qty 6 virtually mint. Together with qty 12 RCTS Locomotive Stock Books all in good to excellent condition.. Additionally, a miscellany comprising a BR(M) Train Lighting Dynamo Cover; a London Transport plastic triangle radiator badge; a couple of traffolite Lever Plates; a small quantity of GWR Maps. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £30
207 Locomotives Illustrated, 18 fully bound volumes from No 1 through to 170 plus the continuation of 171 to 218 of the renamed Modern Locomotives Illustrated. Stored correctly in excellent condition. (18 items) Locomotives Illustrated, 18 fully bound volumes from No 1 through to 170 plus the continuation of 171 to 218 of the renamed Modern Locomotives Illustrated. Stored correctly in excellent condition. (18 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £150
206 Industrial Railway Record, 12 fully bound volumes as shown with a quantity unbound. Industrial Railway Record, 12 fully bound volumes as shown with a quantity unbound. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £130
205 Fully bound volumes of British Railways Illustrated, a complete run from Volume 1 to Volume 20. Stored correctly in excellent condition. (24 items) Fully bound volumes of British Railways Illustrated, a complete run from Volume 1 to Volume 20. Stored correctly in excellent condition. (24 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £100
204 Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine, a complete run from 1897 to 2015 with some actual duplicates. An absolute stunning lot, believed to be the first time such a complete run has ever been offered. Stored correctly, the collection is basically in excellent condition. (162 items) Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine, a complete run from 1897 to 2015 with some actual duplicates. An absolute stunning lot, believed to be the first time such a complete run has ever been offered. Stored correctly, the collection is basically in excellent condition. (162 items) - photo 2 Fully bound volumes of The Railway Magazine, a complete run from 1897 to 2015 with some actual duplicates. An absolute stunning lot, believed to be the first time such a complete run has ever been offered. Stored correctly, the collection is basically in excellent condition. (162 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £1,000
169 A miscellaneous collection of well over 40 official booklets and diagrams to include: office copy Signalbox Diagram Warminster, Caersws (hand coloured); Stoke Edith Train Register Sept 1981 to Sept 1982; 3 Track Circuit Booklets; Working Timetables, Instructions and Rule Books. A miscellaneous collection of well over 40 official booklets and diagrams to include: office copy Signalbox Diagram Warminster, Caersws (hand coloured); Stoke Edith Train Register Sept 1981 to Sept 1982; 3 Track Circuit Booklets; Working Timetables, Instructions and Rule Books. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £45
13 Miscellany to include: a 1956 Handbook Of Stations; R.A. Cooke Track Layout booklet Section 49, Llynvi, Garw, Ogmore, Ely & Llantrisant Branches; Railway Junction Diagrams 1915 (reprint); a quantity of mostly underlined Ian Allan ABC?s; x3 GWR Rule Books; GWR Holiday Haunts large hardback; a quantity of Barry Docks Labels, commercial books and many more items of ephemera to sort. Miscellany to include: a 1956 Handbook Of Stations; R.A. Cooke Track Layout booklet Section 49, Llynvi, Garw, Ogmore, Ely & Llantrisant Branches; Railway Junction Diagrams 1915 (reprint); a quantity of mostly underlined Ian Allan ABC?s; x3 GWR Rule Books; GWR Holiday Haunts large hardback; a quantity of Barry Docks Labels, commercial books and many more items of ephemera to sort. - photo 2 Miscellany to include: a 1956 Handbook Of Stations; R.A. Cooke Track Layout booklet Section 49, Llynvi, Garw, Ogmore, Ely & Llantrisant Branches; Railway Junction Diagrams 1915 (reprint); a quantity of mostly underlined Ian Allan ABC?s; x3 GWR Rule Books; GWR Holiday Haunts large hardback; a quantity of Barry Docks Labels, commercial books and many more items of ephemera to sort. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £20
12 GWR Towns & Places the GWR Carry Goods from and to South Wales, red hardback covers with internal, fold-out colour map, an excellent example. Together with the following: Aberdovey Signal Box Train Register, fully completed, started April 9th 1965 finished 25th November 1965, ex box condition; a GWR Subject Register started 1926 and finished 1962; a GWR Register of Machinery, Swansea Division dated 1920, to be returned to G.J. Churchward Swindon and of January each year; a very substantial Book Of Rates ex Towyn Station. (5 items) GWR Towns & Places the GWR Carry Goods from and to South Wales, red hardback covers with internal, fold-out colour map, an excellent example. Together with the following: Aberdovey Signal Box Train Register, fully completed, started April 9th 1965 finished 25th November 1965, ex box condition; a GWR Subject Register started 1926 and finished 1962; a GWR Register of Machinery, Swansea Division dated 1920, to be returned to G.J. Churchward Swindon and of January each year; a very substantial Book Of Rates ex Towyn Station. (5 items) Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £85
3 An assortment of official BR Booklets and Instructions together with a few commercial railway books from the collection of a South Wales Guard. Of note, an Inspectors logbook of various trains with drivers name, loco, timings and condition of stock etc dated 1980; a couple of Accident Reports, Ardsley 1959 and Holmes Chapel - Sandbach 1960; Redundancy Notices and Job Applications for South Wales posts early 1960?s; Route Maps Cardiff ? Swansea and Gradient Charts Cardiff Valleys; Introduction Newport MAS Stage 1 booklet with fold-out plans dated 1961. Plus much more. An assortment of official BR Booklets and Instructions together with a few commercial railway books from the collection of a South Wales Guard. Of note, an Inspectors logbook of various trains with drivers name, loco, timings and condition of stock etc dated 1980; a couple of Accident Reports, Ardsley 1959 and Holmes Chapel - Sandbach 1960; Redundancy Notices and Job Applications for South Wales posts early 1960?s; Route Maps Cardiff ? Swansea and Gradient Charts Cardiff Valleys; Introduction Newport MAS Stage 1 booklet with fold-out plans dated 1961. Plus much more. - photo 2 An assortment of official BR Booklets and Instructions together with a few commercial railway books from the collection of a South Wales Guard. Of note, an Inspectors logbook of various trains with drivers name, loco, timings and condition of stock etc dated 1980; a couple of Accident Reports, Ardsley 1959 and Holmes Chapel - Sandbach 1960; Redundancy Notices and Job Applications for South Wales posts early 1960?s; Route Maps Cardiff ? Swansea and Gradient Charts Cardiff Valleys; Introduction Newport MAS Stage 1 booklet with fold-out plans dated 1961. Plus much more. Auction: May 2023 Sold for: £45
239 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: March 2023 Sold for: £250
244 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: November 2022 Sold for: £220
404 Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Rule Book dated March 1st 1888. A stunning example with very minor edge foxing. Together with a blank GWR Notebook embossed on cover with company initials. Additionally, a GWR thick card foolscap Folder embossed with company initials on cover, inside contains, surprisingly, an original GWR Towel issued for the convenience of the passenger with compliments. (4 items) Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Rule Book dated March 1st 1888. A stunning example with very minor edge foxing. Together with a blank GWR Notebook embossed on cover with company initials. Additionally, a GWR thick card foolscap Folder embossed with company initials on cover, inside contains, surprisingly, an original GWR Towel issued for the convenience of the passenger with compliments. (4 items) Auction: October 2022 Sold for: £20
185 A quantity of Books/Brochures comprising; Drewry Diesel Mechanical Locomotives; Robert Stephenson & Hawthorn Locomotives; Industrial Locomotives Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns; Products of Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns Ltd; The Rocket reprinted from The Engineer May 31st 1929; Vulcan Diesel & Electric Locomotives; Further Vulcan Diesel and Electric Locomotives; The Stephenson Husky 0-4-0 Diesel Mechanical Shunting Locomotive; British Railways North Eastern Region Sectional Appendix Southern Section October 1960. (9 items) A quantity of Books/Brochures comprising; Drewry Diesel Mechanical Locomotives; Robert Stephenson & Hawthorn Locomotives; Industrial Locomotives Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns; Products of Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns Ltd; The Rocket reprinted from The Engineer May 31st 1929; Vulcan Diesel & Electric Locomotives; Further Vulcan Diesel and Electric Locomotives; The Stephenson Husky 0-4-0 Diesel Mechanical Shunting Locomotive; British Railways North Eastern Region Sectional Appendix Southern Section October 1960. (9 items) Auction: October 2022 Sold for: £20
104 A pair of Totem Books to include: The Book Of British Railways Station Totems by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, ISBN 0 7509 2997 9 first published in 2002, in virtually mint condition; British Railways Totem Station Signs by D. Brennand, ISBN 947699 18X first published in 1991. Used with some defects including one detached photograph page and some highlighting of certain totems. (2 items) A pair of Totem Books to include: The Book Of British Railways Station Totems by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, ISBN 0 7509 2997 9 first published in 2002, in virtually mint condition; British Railways Totem Station Signs by D. Brennand, ISBN 947699 18X first published in 1991. Used with some defects including one detached photograph page and some highlighting of certain totems. (2 items) Auction: October 2022 Sold for: £45
78 A box of mostly official Books and Paperwork relating to Signalling etc. Some interesting items included, all part of an Essex Signalman?s collection. A box of mostly official Books and Paperwork relating to Signalling etc. Some interesting items included, all part of an Essex Signalman?s collection. Auction: October 2022 Sold for: £20
213 North British Locomotive Company Glasgow official catalogue of Narrow Gauge Locomotives issued in 1912. Lists with photos all of the types they built and that were available including Tender, Tank and Rack Adhesion locomotives. In very good condition, a wealth of information. Measures 11.5in x 8.5in.? North British Locomotive Company Glasgow official catalogue of Narrow Gauge Locomotives issued in 1912. Lists with photos all of the types they built and that were available including Tender, Tank and Rack Adhesion locomotives. In very good condition, a wealth of information. Measures 11.5in x 8.5in.? - photo 2 North British Locomotive Company Glasgow official catalogue of Narrow Gauge Locomotives issued in 1912. Lists with photos all of the types they built and that were available including Tender, Tank and Rack Adhesion locomotives. In very good condition, a wealth of information. Measures 11.5in x 8.5in.? Auction: July 2022 Not sold, reserve: £100
212 Great Eastern Railway Magazines a full set of bound copies issues 1-15 1911-1925. Each measure 10in x 7.5in and are in excellent condition except for two volumes where light has faded the spine. A letter is included dated 1991 confirming these were the Norwich Civil engineers official set. Great Eastern Railway Magazines a full set of bound copies issues 1-15 1911-1925. Each measure 10in x 7.5in and are in excellent condition except for two volumes where light has faded the spine. A letter is included dated 1991 confirming these were the Norwich Civil engineers official set. Auction: July 2022 Sold for: £380
256 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman. The reference book for British Railway clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: March 2022 Sold for: £250
255 Airey's Railway Clearing House JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, Seventh edition printed in 1894. Complete with 1896 Supplement, index, running powers and 138 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in and is in very good condition with minor spotting to the pages. This is the earliest example we have sold of one of these. Airey's Railway Clearing House JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, Seventh edition printed in 1894. Complete with 1896 Supplement, index, running powers and 138 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in and is in very good condition with minor spotting to the pages. This is the earliest example we have sold of one of these. - photo 2 Airey's Railway Clearing House JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, Seventh edition printed in 1894. Complete with 1896 Supplement, index, running powers and 138 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in and is in very good condition with minor spotting to the pages. This is the earliest example we have sold of one of these. Auction: March 2022 Sold for: £440
406 A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications to include various GWR Engines numbers types and classes. The Kings of Railway Locomotives. Locos of the Royal Road. The 10.30 Limited. Caerphilly Castle. Cheltenham Flyer. Track Topics. Great Western Progress. Docks of the GWR. Swindon Works and it's place in history plus a hard back copy of The GWR Debate society Annual Report of Statement of accounts which details various proposals of design changes plus other topics. Some publications duplicated. A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications to include various GWR Engines numbers types and classes. The Kings of Railway Locomotives. Locos of the Royal Road. The 10.30 Limited. Caerphilly Castle. Cheltenham Flyer. Track Topics. Great Western Progress. Docks of the GWR. Swindon Works and it's place in history plus a hard back copy of The GWR Debate society Annual Report of Statement of accounts which details various proposals of design changes plus other topics. Some publications duplicated. Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £60
405 A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications advertising Somerset. London. The Cotswolds. North & South Wales. Copies of Legend Land and Rambles in the Wye Valley and Cambrian Coast. Duplicate copies of some, duplicate copies of Castles and Cathedrals by Coman & James. Look through any window. The Ocean Coast plus a GWR souvenir copy of the Empire Exhibition in London. Several GWR publication booklets detailing places worth visiting. plus other booklets , GWR Centenary 1893 - 1933. Rule Books. Bound volume of Railway Magazine 1909. GWR Towns & Villages. GWR through booking Parcels. Volumes 1 & 2 of History of the GWR by MacDermott. The official Guide GWR. GWR pocket map. Dunkirk and the GWR. GWR Accounts instruction book plus other booklets illustrated. A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications advertising Somerset. London. The Cotswolds. North & South Wales. Copies of Legend Land and Rambles in the Wye Valley and Cambrian Coast. Duplicate copies of some, duplicate copies of Castles and Cathedrals by Coman & James. Look through any window. The Ocean Coast plus a GWR souvenir copy of the Empire Exhibition in London. Several GWR publication booklets detailing places worth visiting. plus other booklets , GWR Centenary 1893 - 1933. Rule Books. Bound volume of Railway Magazine 1909. GWR Towns & Villages. GWR through booking Parcels. Volumes 1 & 2 of History of the GWR by MacDermott. The official Guide GWR. GWR pocket map. Dunkirk and the GWR. GWR Accounts instruction book plus other booklets illustrated. Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £220
404 A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications advertising Devon & Cornwall. Duplicate copies of Cornish Riviera. Glorious Devon. Rambles and Walking tours in South Devon plus Rambles in South Devon. Devon The Shire Of Sea Kings plus others illustrated, and 10 x copies of the GWR Publication HOLIDAY HAUNTS. 4 being rare hard back copies in good condition plus paperback copies which includes a 1935 centenary issue. See illustration. A Lot containing a collection of GWR Publications advertising Devon & Cornwall. Duplicate copies of Cornish Riviera. Glorious Devon. Rambles and Walking tours in South Devon plus Rambles in South Devon. Devon The Shire Of Sea Kings plus others illustrated, and 10 x copies of the GWR Publication HOLIDAY HAUNTS. 4 being rare hard back copies in good condition plus paperback copies which includes a 1935 centenary issue. See illustration. Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £140
83 A lot containing various GWR timetables and maps. 2 x bound volumes 1938 and 1925 including others illustrated. A lot containing various GWR timetables and maps. 2 x bound volumes 1938 and 1925 including others illustrated. Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £50
27 A lot containing various booklets to include GWR Rules and regulations with map with Western Region timetables. Leather GWR satchel embossed with the 1935 GWR monogram. (Illustrated) together with an Edmondson's Ticket Dating Machine complete with type box, both with makers plates. A lot containing various booklets to include GWR Rules and regulations with map with Western Region timetables. Leather GWR satchel embossed with the 1935 GWR monogram. (Illustrated) together with an Edmondson's Ticket Dating Machine complete with type box, both with makers plates. Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £50
26 A lot containing 2 x pre grouping Railway Rule books. Midland Railway plus 1920 amendments. LNWR Rule book dated 1923 together with a Pilotman cloth Arm Band. (Total 4 x items). A lot containing 2 x pre grouping Railway Rule books. Midland Railway plus 1920 amendments. LNWR Rule book dated 1923 together with a Pilotman cloth Arm Band. (Total 4 x items). Auction: December 2021 Sold for: £20
144 GWR bound volumes of the Great Western Railway Magazines 1905-1947. Most are in very good condition. The GWR Magazine started in late 1888 but in 1905 the page size was reduced to a more manageable format and stayed at that size until 1947, therefore 1905 was the first year that the bound version in the green cloth with leather spine was issued. A chance to obtain a full run of the bound version. GWR bound volumes of the Great Western Railway Magazines 1905-1947. Most are in very good condition. The GWR Magazine started in late 1888 but in 1905 the page size was reduced to a more manageable format and stayed at that size until 1947, therefore 1905 was the first year that the bound version in the green cloth with leather spine was issued. A chance to obtain a full run of the bound version. - photo 2 GWR bound volumes of the Great Western Railway Magazines 1905-1947. Most are in very good condition. The GWR Magazine started in late 1888 but in 1905 the page size was reduced to a more manageable format and stayed at that size until 1947, therefore 1905 was the first year that the bound version in the green cloth with leather spine was issued. A chance to obtain a full run of the bound version. Auction: November 2021 Sold for: £900
143 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: November 2021 Sold for: £220
167 Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1907 complete with 1907 and 1908 supplements. In excellent condition complete with index, running powers and all 157 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in. Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1907 complete with 1907 and 1908 supplements. In excellent condition complete with index, running powers and all 157 colour diagrams. Measures 10in x 6.5in. Auction: July 2021 Sold for: £420
510 A lot containing a number of bound volumes of RAILWAY MAGAZINE ILLUSTRATED dating from circa 1905 to 1978 together with a complete set of THE SECOND GREAT WAR by Hammerton which includes spare copies 6 & 8. A very rare chance to obtain a collection of this size. See illustrated photo. A lot containing a number of bound volumes of RAILWAY MAGAZINE ILLUSTRATED dating from circa 1905 to 1978 together with a complete set of THE SECOND GREAT WAR by Hammerton which includes spare copies 6 & 8. A very rare chance to obtain a collection of this size. See illustrated photo. Auction: April 2021 Sold for: £1,050
509 Approximately 120 general railway books and booklets to include books by Vic Mitchell and 2 copies of EACH A GIMPSE by Colin Gifford. Approximately 120 general railway books and booklets to include books by Vic Mitchell and 2 copies of EACH A GIMPSE by Colin Gifford. Auction: April 2021 Sold for: £300
152 A magnificent collection of railway books to include ABCs odd GWR publications and other interesting material. See illustration. A magnificent collection of railway books to include ABCs odd GWR publications and other interesting material. See illustration. Auction: April 2021 Sold for: £90
11 A collection of Railway Books to include BOURNES - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and BOURNES - LONDON and BIRMINGHMAM RAILWAY plus a number of other publications by the GWR together with odd BR sectional appendixes and general railway books. A collection of Railway Books to include BOURNES - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and BOURNES - LONDON and BIRMINGHMAM RAILWAY plus a number of other publications by the GWR together with odd BR sectional appendixes and general railway books. Auction: April 2021 Sold for: £40
584 A lot containing a large volume of both official railway publications and other tourist related booklets and maps. Featured are 1st to 4th editions of THE 1030 LTD. Hard copies of COTSWOLD WAYS and SOMERSET WAYS together with hard copy, HISTORIC SITES AND SCENES OF ENGLAND. Volumes 1 to 4 of LEGEND LAND with supplements. GLORIOUS DEVON. RAMBLES in the CHILTERN COUNTRY. WESTERN SUPERMARE. LOOKING THROUGH THE WINDOW series together with various maps and timetables. Plus many other titles including hard copies of CATHEDRALS and CASTLES. A wonderful and highly interesting lot of railway ephemera. A lot containing a large volume of both official railway publications and other tourist related booklets and maps. Featured are 1st to 4th editions of THE 1030 LTD. Hard copies of COTSWOLD WAYS and SOMERSET WAYS together with hard copy, HISTORIC SITES AND SCENES OF ENGLAND. Volumes 1 to 4 of LEGEND LAND with supplements. GLORIOUS DEVON. RAMBLES in the CHILTERN COUNTRY. WESTERN SUPERMARE. LOOKING THROUGH THE WINDOW series together with various maps and timetables. Plus many other titles including hard copies of CATHEDRALS and CASTLES. A wonderful and highly interesting lot of railway ephemera. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £400
583 A lot containing 28 official GWR publications from the early 1900s ranging from 1st edition copies to 5th edition copies featuring, THE CORNISH RIVERIA. DEVON. SOUTH WALES. NORTH WALES. WONDERFUL WESSEX. RURAL LONDON. BEAUTIFUL BRITANY plus others including a hard copy of SOUTHERN IRELAND dated 1906. Also included are several Station Tags (not believed original) and a British Railways Jigsaw, VICTORY believed complete with some modern books. A lot containing 28 official GWR publications from the early 1900s ranging from 1st edition copies to 5th edition copies featuring, THE CORNISH RIVERIA. DEVON. SOUTH WALES. NORTH WALES. WONDERFUL WESSEX. RURAL LONDON. BEAUTIFUL BRITANY plus others including a hard copy of SOUTHERN IRELAND dated 1906. Also included are several Station Tags (not believed original) and a British Railways Jigsaw, VICTORY believed complete with some modern books. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £300
582 A Lot containing a large collection of both railway operational and published books including volumes 1 & 2 of HISTORY OF THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY by Dermot produced in 1927. Illustrated guide to the GWR by G Measom 1860. Hard copy of GWR Engineering Dept Instructions. The official guide the GWR by Cassell & Co 1890. James Wyld's GWR Railway Guide dated 1839. GWR BOYS series booklets and several yearly editions of GWR Names of Engines from 1911 to post war years plus other booklets shown. A Lot containing a large collection of both railway operational and published books including volumes 1 & 2 of HISTORY OF THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY by Dermot produced in 1927. Illustrated guide to the GWR by G Measom 1860. Hard copy of GWR Engineering Dept Instructions. The official guide the GWR by Cassell & Co 1890. James Wyld's GWR Railway Guide dated 1839. GWR BOYS series booklets and several yearly editions of GWR Names of Engines from 1911 to post war years plus other booklets shown. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £150
581 18 x GWR & British Railways HOLIDAY HAUNTS published by the GWR. Copies range from 1906 and 1929 to 1940 inclusive with duplicates. Plus copies from 1947, 1954 and 1960 together with a card map of the GWR system. Most are in well used condition but a rare opportunity to obtain several different yearly volumes of this GWR publication. 18 x GWR & British Railways HOLIDAY HAUNTS published by the GWR. Copies range from 1906 and 1929 to 1940 inclusive with duplicates. Plus copies from 1947, 1954 and 1960 together with a card map of the GWR system. Most are in well used condition but a rare opportunity to obtain several different yearly volumes of this GWR publication. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £280
580 Large Folder containing Parliamentary Plans submitted by the L&NWR in 1897 for construction projects. Quite a survivor. Large Folder containing Parliamentary Plans submitted by the L&NWR in 1897 for construction projects. Quite a survivor. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £20
579 A Lot containing 2 x large books, THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and LONDON and BIRMINGHAM RAILWAY by BOURNES together with a signed limited edition print by T Cuneo No 462 out of 500 and modern booklet, THE BOOK of the GREAT WESTERN. Total 4 items. A Lot containing 2 x large books, THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and LONDON and BIRMINGHAM RAILWAY by BOURNES together with a signed limited edition print by T Cuneo No 462 out of 500 and modern booklet, THE BOOK of the GREAT WESTERN. Total 4 items. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £60
577 A General miscellaneous lot containing a worn copy of Eastern Counties Pictorial guide. Reproduction Engineers & Firemen Union Certificate and 2 x LNER drinking glasses. Total 4 items. A General miscellaneous lot containing a worn copy of Eastern Counties Pictorial guide. Reproduction Engineers & Firemen Union Certificate and 2 x LNER drinking glasses. Total 4 items. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £70
162 A Lot containing a large collection of Railway related books. LNER crane wagon labels. 2 x volumes of Railway Mechanical Engineering. Badly corroded GER Pressure Gauge with various BR used tickets and a BR hanging notice showing conveyance of parcels sent by rail. A Lot containing a large collection of Railway related books. LNER crane wagon labels. 2 x volumes of Railway Mechanical Engineering. Badly corroded GER Pressure Gauge with various BR used tickets and a BR hanging notice showing conveyance of parcels sent by rail. Auction: October 2020 Sold for: £40
280 London & South Western Railway official boxed DIAGRAM OF THE SYSTEM. Includes 10 books including an index. Each book shows detailed line diagrams including crossings, signal boxes, private sidings, distances from Waterloo and line elevations. A truly historical piece, overall in good condition. London & South Western Railway official boxed DIAGRAM OF THE SYSTEM. Includes 10 books including an index. Each book shows detailed line diagrams including crossings, signal boxes, private sidings, distances from Waterloo and line elevations. A truly historical piece, overall in good condition. - photo 2 London & South Western Railway official boxed DIAGRAM OF THE SYSTEM. Includes 10 books including an index. Each book shows detailed line diagrams including crossings, signal boxes, private sidings, distances from Waterloo and line elevations. A truly historical piece, overall in good condition. Auction: July 2020 Sold for: £3,400
412 A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All bar one signed by the author and all numbered 7/100 and in excellent condition bar Volume 2 which has a small tape repair to the rear of the dust jacket. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print. A set of 8 volumes of the Poster to Poster books by Richard Furness to include Volume 1. Scotland, Volume 2. Yorkshire and the North East, Volume 3. The Midlands and Wales, Volume 4. Eastern Counties of England, Volume 5. London and the South East, Volume 6. The British North West, Volume 7. The Glorious South West, Volume 8. Worldwide Destinations. All bar one signed by the author and all numbered 7/100 and in excellent condition bar Volume 2 which has a small tape repair to the rear of the dust jacket. A chance to obtain all of these in one go as some are now out of print. Auction: March 2020 Sold for: £250
231 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: November 2019 Sold for: £160
167 THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, First Edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away. ISBN 0750929979. This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, First Edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away. ISBN 0750929979. This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. Auction: November 2019 Sold for: £70
213 South Eastern and Chatham Railway official LINE GRADIENT BOOK. Covers all of the companies lines in 11 fold out sections starting with the Charing Cross to Dover main line, then the Victoria to Dover main line and finishing with loops of the East London Railway. A significant book in very good condition except for loss of the front cover board. South Eastern and Chatham Railway official LINE GRADIENT BOOK. Covers all of the companies lines in 11 fold out sections starting with the Charing Cross to Dover main line, then the Victoria to Dover main line and finishing with loops of the East London Railway. A significant book in very good condition except for loss of the front cover board. Auction: July 2019 Sold for: £90
148 London Midland and Scottish Railway leather bound MIDLAND DIVISION DISTANCE DIAGRAMS book. The book in large format covers the whole of the Midland Railway system including all the Joint Lines; Somerset and Dorset, Midland and Great Northern, etc. Most pages are of Midland Railway origin and are dated and titled as such. A magnificent reference in very good condition measuring 20in x 17in. Contains 67 diagrams. London Midland and Scottish Railway leather bound MIDLAND DIVISION DISTANCE DIAGRAMS book. The book in large format covers the whole of the Midland Railway system including all the Joint Lines; Somerset and Dorset, Midland and Great Northern, etc. Most pages are of Midland Railway origin and are dated and titled as such. A magnificent reference in very good condition measuring 20in x 17in. Contains 67 diagrams. Auction: July 2019 Sold for: £600
483 A Box Containing BR Track Layouts By The Signalling Record Society Together With General GWR Layout Plans By Ra Cooke. An Interesting Lot For Signalling And Model Railway Specialists. A Box Containing BR Track Layouts By The Signalling Record Society Together With General GWR Layout Plans By Ra Cooke. An Interesting Lot For Signalling And Model Railway Specialists. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £22
482 2 X Boxes Of Approximately 40 Hard Back Books Of Railway Titles And Others. 2 X Boxes Of Approximately 40 Hard Back Books Of Railway Titles And Others. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £50
481 A Box Containing Approximately 36 Hard Back Books Of Mainly Steam Traction Plus Other Subjects. A Box Containing Approximately 36 Hard Back Books Of Mainly Steam Traction Plus Other Subjects. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £32
480 A Box Containing Approximately 42 Ian Allan Hard Back Books Featuring Colour Publications Of Both Steam And Diesel Traction. A Box Containing Approximately 42 Ian Allan Hard Back Books Featuring Colour Publications Of Both Steam And Diesel Traction. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £52
464 A Lot Containing 5 Books To Include A GWR Magazine Bound Volume For 1946. Railway Buttons And Badges By Froggatt Together With Other Books Relating To The Old GWR. A Lot Containing 5 Books To Include A GWR Magazine Bound Volume For 1946. Railway Buttons And Badges By Froggatt Together With Other Books Relating To The Old GWR. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £35
427 A Collection Of Interesting Books Which Include RCH Map Of England. LYR Map. GWR Rule Book. Cambrian Book. Saltash Bridge Information Book. A Collection Of Interesting Books Which Include RCH Map Of England. LYR Map. GWR Rule Book. Cambrian Book. Saltash Bridge Information Book. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £25
232 A Lot Consisting Of Railway Books To Include The Famous ABC Series. 2 X LNER Booklets. GNR Special Working Regulations Booklet Together With 4 X 45 Rpm Vinyl Records Of Steam Working And Sounds. One Titled Grantham. A Lot Consisting Of Railway Books To Include The Famous ABC Series. 2 X LNER Booklets. GNR Special Working Regulations Booklet Together With 4 X 45 Rpm Vinyl Records Of Steam Working And Sounds. One Titled Grantham. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £14
200 A Lot Containing A Quantity Of Hard Back Books With Signalling Titles To Include GWR Signal Box Nameplates By M Dunn. Collecting Railwayana By The Late John Mander Together With GWR Architecture Books And Miscellanea. Approximately 16 Books. A Lot Containing A Quantity Of Hard Back Books With Signalling Titles To Include GWR Signal Box Nameplates By M Dunn. Collecting Railwayana By The Late John Mander Together With GWR Architecture Books And Miscellanea. Approximately 16 Books. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £20
93 Lot Containing Over 20 Different Railway Related Books. Lot Containing Over 20 Different Railway Related Books. Auction: April 2019 Sold for: £22
486 GWR original leather bound publicity books x2 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Strike Bulletin (reproduced from the original copies issued during the great strike) issues 1-12, Lines now forming the GWR (1927) Both are in good condition. GWR original leather bound publicity books x2 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Strike Bulletin (reproduced from the original copies issued during the great strike) issues 1-12, Lines now forming the GWR (1927) Both are in good condition. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £80
485 GWR original leather bound publicity books x5 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Twixt rail & sea (a book of docks seaports & shipping for boys of all ages) 1927, Caerphilly castle (a book of railway locomotives for boys of all ages) 1924, Brunel & after (the romance of the GWR) 1925, Historic sites & scenes of England 1924, Channel Islands 1927. All are in good condition. GWR original leather bound publicity books x5 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Twixt rail & sea (a book of docks seaports & shipping for boys of all ages) 1927, Caerphilly castle (a book of railway locomotives for boys of all ages) 1924, Brunel & after (the romance of the GWR) 1925, Historic sites & scenes of England 1924, Channel Islands 1927. All are in good condition. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £60
484 GWR original leather bound publicity books x6 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Great Western Ports (worlds largest dock system) H N Appleby 1927, Southern Ireland (it's lakes & landscapes) 1927, North Wales 1924 (3rd ed), Cotswold ways 1924, Somerset ways 1928 (2nd ed), Rural London (the Chalfont country & the Thames valley) 1924 (2nd ed). All are in good condition. GWR original leather bound publicity books x6 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Great Western Ports (worlds largest dock system) H N Appleby 1927, Southern Ireland (it's lakes & landscapes) 1927, North Wales 1924 (3rd ed), Cotswold ways 1924, Somerset ways 1928 (2nd ed), Rural London (the Chalfont country & the Thames valley) 1924 (2nd ed). All are in good condition. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £100
483 GWR original leather bound publicity books x6 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Devon (the shire of the sea kings) 1924 (5th ed), South Wales (the country of castles) 1924 (4th ed), Pembrokeshire & south west Wales 1930, The ocean coast 1927 (2nd ed), Cornish riviera 1928, Glorious Devon 1928. All are in good condition. GWR original leather bound publicity books x6 which all came from the estate of Victor George Spencer the 3rd Viscount Churchill and probably were the private copies for the then chairman of the Great Western Railway Major Victor Albert Francis Charles Spencer the 1st Viscount Churchill. All have fully gilt edged pages and are gold leaf tooled. Devon (the shire of the sea kings) 1924 (5th ed), South Wales (the country of castles) 1924 (4th ed), Pembrokeshire & south west Wales 1930, The ocean coast 1927 (2nd ed), Cornish riviera 1928, Glorious Devon 1928. All are in good condition. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £50
412 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Signed by the author 12th June 2004. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Signed by the author 12th June 2004. Virtually mint. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £160
344 Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £340
258 British Railways Western Region copy of the Somerset and Dorset Railway bridge numbers which show location, construction details and type. A truly historical document measuring 17.5in x 13.75in. British Railways Western Region copy of the Somerset and Dorset Railway bridge numbers which show location, construction details and type. A truly historical document measuring 17.5in x 13.75in. Auction: March 2019 Sold for: £440
319 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Virtually mint. Auction: November 2018 Sold for: £220
304 THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, first edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away ISBN 0750929979 and signed by Richard Furness This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. Together with the earlier BRITISH RAILWAYS TOTEM STATION SIGNS book by D. Brennand ISBN 947699 18X and signed by the author, also in good condition. THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, first edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away ISBN 0750929979 and signed by Richard Furness This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. Together with the earlier BRITISH RAILWAYS TOTEM STATION SIGNS book by D. Brennand ISBN 947699 18X and signed by the author, also in good condition. Auction: November 2018 Sold for: £190
246 A stunning collection of official Gorton Foundry works photographs in a tooled, gold embossed, leather bound volume from the personal library of Richard Peacock (as identified by a label in the front of the album). Comprising 50 photographs, each approx. 14x10, dated between 1856 and 1864, each annotated with the locomotive details in pencil. This is a substantial archive item, some slight foxing to end pages and rubbing to covers but still splendid. Album measures 20in x 15in. A stunning collection of official Gorton Foundry works photographs in a tooled, gold embossed, leather bound volume from the personal library of Richard Peacock (as identified by a label in the front of the album). Comprising 50 photographs, each approx. 14x10, dated between 1856 and 1864, each annotated with the locomotive details in pencil. This is a substantial archive item, some slight foxing to end pages and rubbing to covers but still splendid. Album measures 20in x 15in. - photo 2 A stunning collection of official Gorton Foundry works photographs in a tooled, gold embossed, leather bound volume from the personal library of Richard Peacock (as identified by a label in the front of the album). Comprising 50 photographs, each approx. 14x10, dated between 1856 and 1864, each annotated with the locomotive details in pencil. This is a substantial archive item, some slight foxing to end pages and rubbing to covers but still splendid. Album measures 20in x 15in. Auction: November 2018 Sold for: £800
83 THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, First Edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away. ISBN 0750929979. This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. THE BOOK OF BRITISH RAILWAY TOTEMS by Dave Brennand & Richard Furness, First Edition copy published in 2002 and sold out almost straight away. ISBN 0750929979. This is a mint copy of the must have book if you are a collector of totems. Auction: July 2018 Sold for: £100
419 Book RAILWAY BUTTONS, BADGES & UNIFORMS by David J. Froggatt, published by Ian Allan in 1986. Together with the rare SUPPLEMENT 1 published in 1989. Book RAILWAY BUTTONS, BADGES & UNIFORMS by David J. Froggatt, published by Ian Allan in 1986. Together with the rare SUPPLEMENT 1 published in 1989. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £100
415 A selection of official GWR books: Abbeys, Castles, Cathedrals, Somerset, Devon, Winter Resorts, Southern Ireland, The Cornish Riviera, Glorious Devon, North Wales, South Wales. Holiday Haunts 1928, 1933, 1934, 1937, 1935, 1947, 1938, 1936, 1923, 1926. Hints for Holidays 1937, 1939. SR publications; Walking at Weekends, Let?s Get Out Here, Walks in North Devon, Devon and Cornish Days. Some LMS and LNER Holiday publications. A selection of official GWR books: Abbeys, Castles, Cathedrals, Somerset, Devon, Winter Resorts, Southern Ireland, The Cornish Riviera, Glorious Devon, North Wales, South Wales. Holiday Haunts 1928, 1933, 1934, 1937, 1935, 1947, 1938, 1936, 1923, 1926. Hints for Holidays 1937, 1939. SR publications; Walking at Weekends, Let?s Get Out Here, Walks in North Devon, Devon and Cornish Days. Some LMS and LNER Holiday publications. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £260
413 London & North Western Railway large book of drawings of Standard Permanent Way c1916. Shows detailed drawings of turntables, rail chairs, track types, tools & uniforms, stop blocks, platelayers trolley, point rodding. Measures 30in x 22in and is in good condition. An amazing document. London & North Western Railway large book of drawings of Standard Permanent Way c1916. Shows detailed drawings of turntables, rail chairs, track types, tools & uniforms, stop blocks, platelayers trolley, point rodding. Measures 30in x 22in and is in good condition. An amazing document. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £80
349 London & North Eastern Railway Diagram of Carriage Stock built since 1923. Three volumes, two official hard bound covering diagrams 5 through 376 (with some deliberately missing due to the diagram never built or withdrawn. Each diagram has running Nos and allocation. Third volume is paper bound volume E&NE Regions Doncaster Works up-date, listing build dates of each coach, etc plus loose material. The set was purchased from Stratford Works in early 1960s. A wonderful reference source. London & North Eastern Railway Diagram of Carriage Stock built since 1923. Three volumes, two official hard bound covering diagrams 5 through 376 (with some deliberately missing due to the diagram never built or withdrawn. Each diagram has running Nos and allocation. Third volume is paper bound volume E&NE Regions Doncaster Works up-date, listing build dates of each coach, etc plus loose material. The set was purchased from Stratford Works in early 1960s. A wonderful reference source. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £260
336 Railway Clearing House JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In excellent condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Railway Clearing House JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In excellent condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £190
251 Original book The History and Description of the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY by J.C. Bourne, published by Tilt & Bogue Fleet St London and printed by C.F. Cheffins Southampton Buildings Holborn, dated 1846. Presented to The Right Honourable James Archibald Wharncliffe Lord President of the Council by Charles. F. Cheffins The Proprietor London 1845. In Good condition and appears to have all plates present including the hand coloured maps. A rare book. Original book The History and Description of the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY by J.C. Bourne, published by Tilt & Bogue Fleet St London and printed by C.F. Cheffins Southampton Buildings Holborn, dated 1846. Presented to The Right Honourable James Archibald Wharncliffe Lord President of the Council by Charles. F. Cheffins The Proprietor London 1845. In Good condition and appears to have all plates present including the hand coloured maps. A rare book. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £460
12 Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Signed by the author 23rd May 2004. Virtually mint. Book RAILWAY CLOCKS by Ian P Lyman, The Reference Book for British Railway Clocks, published by Mayfield Books in 2004 ISBN 0954052560. Signed by the author 23rd May 2004. Virtually mint. Auction: March 2018 Sold for: £160
378 SLS Journal from 1924 through 1970 uniformly professionally bound in 40 volumes (Vols 1/2 bound as one as are Vols 3/4 (including purchase of Gladstone announcement) & 5/6). All with full index, colour prints, drawings, shed visit details, etc. All in very good condition. SLS Journal from 1924 through 1970 uniformly professionally bound in 40 volumes (Vols 1/2 bound as one as are Vols 3/4 (including purchase of Gladstone announcement) & 5/6). All with full index, colour prints, drawings, shed visit details, etc. All in very good condition. Auction: November 2017 Sold for: £340
179 Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Auction: November 2017 Sold for: £160
402 Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Railway clearing house JUNCTION DIAGRAMS book, printed in 1928 and lithographed by McCorquodale & Co Ltd. In virtually unused condition complete with index, running powers and all 116 colour diagrams. Measures 12in x 8in. Auction: July 2017 Sold for: £240
290 Great Western Railway bound volumes of the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY MAGAZINE to include: 3 volumes of each year 1923-1924, 1920-1921; 2 volumes of each year 1930-1938, 1925-1927, 1939-1940, 1945-1946, 1922, 1929; 1 volume of 1928,1941-1944, 1948-1949, 1905-1919 (missing 1906). 69 volumes in total. Great Western Railway bound volumes of the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY MAGAZINE to include: 3 volumes of each year 1923-1924, 1920-1921; 2 volumes of each year 1930-1938, 1925-1927, 1939-1940, 1945-1946, 1922, 1929; 1 volume of 1928,1941-1944, 1948-1949, 1905-1919 (missing 1906). 69 volumes in total. Auction: July 2017 Sold for: £1,900
176 GWR Running Powers Book No 22. A quite stunning hardback book first printed in 1902 this is the second edition printed in May 1927. It shows the Companies Powers running over other Companies Lines and the rights of other Companies over GWR Lines. Contains 291 pages with almost each one with a coloured plan of lines with information. Very good condition. GWR Running Powers Book No 22. A quite stunning hardback book first printed in 1902 this is the second edition printed in May 1927. It shows the Companies Powers running over other Companies Lines and the rights of other Companies over GWR Lines. Contains 291 pages with almost each one with a coloured plan of lines with information. Very good condition. Auction: July 2017 Sold for: £280
499 Official British Railway Livery Handbook for Locomotives dated 1990, with sections for Inter City, Railfreight, Network Southeast, BR Mainline & BR General. Together with posters showing the same but one loco per sheet, all in full colour. Also with original posters of diesel engines including Deltics, manufacturers handbooks for Ruston, Paxman etc. A lot for the diesel enthusiast. Official British Railway Livery Handbook for Locomotives dated 1990, with sections for Inter City, Railfreight, Network Southeast, BR Mainline & BR General. Together with posters showing the same but one loco per sheet, all in full colour. Also with original posters of diesel engines including Deltics, manufacturers handbooks for Ruston, Paxman etc. A lot for the diesel enthusiast. Auction: April 2017 Sold for: £40
498 British Railways official Diagram Books consisting of: Electric Locomotive Diagrams 2 volumes, Diesel Railcars, Mainline Diesel Locomotives, Private Owners wagons 2 volumes, Freight Stock 2 volumes, Coaching Stock, and a British Railways Board Examination Book for preserved steam locos. A superb set of books that cover just about everything that was operational on the BR in the late 1960's and early 1970's. British Railways official Diagram Books consisting of: Electric Locomotive Diagrams 2 volumes, Diesel Railcars, Mainline Diesel Locomotives, Private Owners wagons 2 volumes, Freight Stock 2 volumes, Coaching Stock, and a British Railways Board Examination Book for preserved steam locos. A superb set of books that cover just about everything that was operational on the BR in the late 1960's and early 1970's. Auction: April 2017 Sold for: £140
81 Class 50 repair books x 6 consisting of, 50018 with 28 entries, 50019 with 2 entries, 50035 with 11 entries, 50048 with 17 entries, 50049 with 7 entries and 50050 with 2 entries. All are official issue and are the last records of these locomotives before they were withdrawn. Class 50 repair books x 6 consisting of, 50018 with 28 entries, 50019 with 2 entries, 50035 with 11 entries, 50048 with 17 entries, 50049 with 7 entries and 50050 with 2 entries. All are official issue and are the last records of these locomotives before they were withdrawn. Auction: April 2017 Sold for: £150
278 TAFF VALE RAILWAY New Testament and Psalms Bible. Leather bound and embossed on the cover in gold T.V.R CARDIFF DOCKS NOT TO BE TAKEN AWAY Printed by the Cambridge University Press 1907. In good condition measuring 7.5in x 5.75 in, a rare survivor. TAFF VALE RAILWAY New Testament and Psalms Bible. Leather bound and embossed on the cover in gold T.V.R CARDIFF DOCKS NOT TO BE TAKEN AWAY Printed by the Cambridge University Press 1907. In good condition measuring 7.5in x 5.75 in, a rare survivor. Auction: November 2016 Sold for: £160
507 London & North Western Railway Timetable cover advertising the West Coast Royal Mail Route in connection with the Caledonian Railway Company. In excellent condition. Together with a Caledonian example and two Caledonian Railway Timetables for 1882 and 1883. London & North Western Railway Timetable cover advertising the West Coast Royal Mail Route in connection with the Caledonian Railway Company. In excellent condition. Together with a Caledonian example and two Caledonian Railway Timetables for 1882 and 1883. Auction: July 2016 Sold for: £90
506 Timetables to include; Highland Railway 1880 & 1881, 1883, 1913. Midland Railway 1882 advertising Pullman Cars and North British Railway 1879. Timetables to include; Highland Railway 1880 & 1881, 1883, 1913. Midland Railway 1882 advertising Pullman Cars and North British Railway 1879. Auction: July 2016 Sold for: £700
498 Official BR-W & GWR books all ex Swindon works 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS DIAGRAMS OF FREIGHT STOCK Dated 1949 STAMPED ASST. CARR. & WAG. MANAGER, a similar smaller not dated or stamped, 1 x GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY DIAGRAMS OF SPECIAL WAGONS dated July 1939, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS WESTERN REGION CONTAINER DIAGRAMS No 15 dated August 1954 and lastly 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS CLASSIFICATION OF SPECIAL WAGONS. numerical description and numbered record dated January 1964. Well worth viewing. Together with GWR & BR official booklets all ex Swindon Works consisting of 2 x GWR EXCEPTIONAL LOADS BOOKLET 1936, 1 x GWR EXCEPTIONAL LOADS BOOKLET 1933, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS STANDARD CODES FOR TELEGRAMS FOR ALL RAILWAY BUSINESS, 1 x THE RAILWAYMEN'S YEAR BOOK (ILLUSTRATED) 1951-1952, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS WELCOME YOU BOOKLET FOR EMPLOYEES 1949, 1 x SWINDON WORKS AND ITS PLACE IN BRITISH RAILWAY HISTORY BOOKLET BR 1950, 1 x SWINDON LOCOMOTIVE AND CARRRIAGE WORKS BOOKLET BR 1954, 1 x BRITISH RAIL ENGINEERING LTD, SWINDON WORKS LARGE BOOKLET 1975 and lastly a official handout for SWINDON WORKS TOUR. Official BR-W & GWR books all ex Swindon works 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS DIAGRAMS OF FREIGHT STOCK Dated 1949 STAMPED ASST. CARR. & WAG. MANAGER, a similar smaller not dated or stamped, 1 x GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY DIAGRAMS OF SPECIAL WAGONS dated July 1939, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS WESTERN REGION CONTAINER DIAGRAMS No 15 dated August 1954 and lastly 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS CLASSIFICATION OF SPECIAL WAGONS. numerical description and numbered record dated January 1964. Well worth viewing. Together with GWR & BR official booklets all ex Swindon Works consisting of 2 x GWR EXCEPTIONAL LOADS BOOKLET 1936, 1 x GWR EXCEPTIONAL LOADS BOOKLET 1933, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS STANDARD CODES FOR TELEGRAMS FOR ALL RAILWAY BUSINESS, 1 x THE RAILWAYMEN'S YEAR BOOK (ILLUSTRATED) 1951-1952, 1 x BRITISH RAILWAYS WELCOME YOU BOOKLET FOR EMPLOYEES 1949, 1 x SWINDON WORKS AND ITS PLACE IN BRITISH RAILWAY HISTORY BOOKLET BR 1950, 1 x SWINDON LOCOMOTIVE AND CARRRIAGE WORKS BOOKLET BR 1954, 1 x BRITISH RAIL ENGINEERING LTD, SWINDON WORKS LARGE BOOKLET 1975 and lastly a official handout for SWINDON WORKS TOUR. Auction: July 2016 Sold for: £50
433 A Train Signalling Journal from Strathpeffer Station from Feb 1880 to May 1881. Together with a hanging card Highland Railway Code of Signals For Working Single Lines by Electric Trains Tablets. A Train Signalling Journal from Strathpeffer Station from Feb 1880 to May 1881. Together with a hanging card Highland Railway Code of Signals For Working Single Lines by Electric Trains Tablets. Auction: July 2016 Sold for: £120
432 Highland Railway Rule Books; 2x 1888, one in excellent condition. Together with; Highland Railway Appendix To The Working Timetable 1st May 1920, other Highland Railway paperwork and some later LMS rule books and handbooks. Well worth a sort. Highland Railway Rule Books; 2x 1888, one in excellent condition. Together with; Highland Railway Appendix To The Working Timetable 1st May 1920, other Highland Railway paperwork and some later LMS rule books and handbooks. Well worth a sort. Auction: July 2016 Sold for: £110
221 Scarce Antiquarian Book 'The Official Illustrated Guide to The Great Eastern Railway (Colchester Line) ' by George Measom, 8vo published by C Griffin & Co, London 1865. A very good example embellished with a multitude of Engravings & Maps. Scarce Antiquarian Book 'The Official Illustrated Guide to The Great Eastern Railway (Colchester Line) ' by George Measom, 8vo published by C Griffin & Co, London 1865. A very good example embellished with a multitude of Engravings & Maps. Auction: March 2016 Sold for: £30
36 GWR Timetable Books, hardback dated 1866 and 1870 together with a GWR 'Ports' book dated 1931. In the latter, one map has a slight tear. GWR Timetable Books, hardback dated 1866 and 1870 together with a GWR 'Ports' book dated 1931. In the latter, one map has a slight tear. Auction: March 2016 Sold for: £340
82 GWR Running Powers Book No 24. A quite stunning hardback book compiled at the General Managers Offices Paddington Station on Feb 12th 1903 showing the Companies Powers running over other Companies Lines and the rights of other Companies over GWR Lines. Contains 242 pages almost each of which contains a hand coloured plan of lines with information. Extremely good condition with slight detachment at top of spine, a real gem. GWR Running Powers Book No 24. A quite stunning hardback book compiled at the General Managers Offices Paddington Station on Feb 12th 1903 showing the Companies Powers running over other Companies Lines and the rights of other Companies over GWR Lines. Contains 242 pages almost each of which contains a hand coloured plan of lines with information. Extremely good condition with slight detachment at top of spine, a real gem. Auction: November 2015 Sold for: £550
52 GWR leather bound Book , purple with gold lettering on spine 'G.W.R HRR & RC DEPT - MENUS' A substantial book measuring 14 inches high and 6 inches thick containing a huge amount of GWR and BR(W) Menus. Commencing in 1936 with Alliance Francaise Paddington to Torquay May 20th and Torquay to Exeter the day after. Next HM King Edward VIII Paddington to Tavistock June 3rd 1936; Sir Charles Hambro (with written name on both menus); Lord Mayor of London Party; Grand Union Canal Party; Arrival of RMS Queen Mary at Plymouth 15th March 1937; Ulster Prince; Fry's Somerdale. Then into BR days including Inaugural Voyage SS St David Fishguard to Rosslare and a huge amount more of special visits, special boat trains, HRH Princess Elizabeth Dartmouth to Paddington June 1949 etc. A wonderful record that must have been kept at Paddington Station. Must be viewed to appreciate fully. Includes a copy of the Tavistock newspaper to show King Edward VIII returned to London from the town not by train but by air. GWR leather bound Book , purple with gold lettering on spine 'G.W.R HRR & RC DEPT - MENUS' A substantial book measuring 14 inches high and 6 inches thick containing a huge amount of GWR and BR(W) Menus. Commencing in 1936 with Alliance Francaise Paddington to Torquay May 20th and Torquay to Exeter the day after. Next HM King Edward VIII Paddington to Tavistock June 3rd 1936; Sir Charles Hambro (with written name on both menus); Lord Mayor of London Party; Grand Union Canal Party; Arrival of RMS Queen Mary at Plymouth 15th March 1937; Ulster Prince; Fry's Somerdale. Then into BR days including Inaugural Voyage SS St David Fishguard to Rosslare and a huge amount more of special visits, special boat trains, HRH Princess Elizabeth Dartmouth to Paddington June 1949 etc. A wonderful record that must have been kept at Paddington Station. Must be viewed to appreciate fully. Includes a copy of the Tavistock newspaper to show King Edward VIII returned to London from the town not by train but by air. Auction: November 2015 Sold for: £320
218 A collection of Modern traction Locomotive Pocket books, ABC's and a few DVD's A collection of Modern traction Locomotive Pocket books, ABC's and a few DVD's Auction: October 2019 Sold for: £20
217 A collection of several hundred photos of modern traction with Locomotive nameplates in situ. Copy right unknown. An extensive collection of modern traction. A collection of several hundred photos of modern traction with Locomotive nameplates in situ. Copy right unknown. An extensive collection of modern traction. Auction: October 2019 Sold for: £180
214 A Lot containing 26 volumes of SIGNAL BOX DIAGRAMS by G A Pryor together with 17 copies of RAILWAY GAZETTE published early 1960s. A Lot containing 26 volumes of SIGNAL BOX DIAGRAMS by G A Pryor together with 17 copies of RAILWAY GAZETTE published early 1960s. Auction: October 2019 Sold for: £32
213 A BR Standard pattern hand lamp in good condition together with two books PORTRAIT OF KINGS. PORTRAIT OF CASTLES and some 1970s railway tickets. A BR Standard pattern hand lamp in good condition together with two books PORTRAIT OF KINGS. PORTRAIT OF CASTLES and some 1970s railway tickets. Auction: October 2019 Sold for: £20
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