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17/18th May 2005

Lots 201 - 400

  1. G.W.R. Hotels silverplated one pint coffee pot/hot water jug. G.W.R. Hotels roundel on side; very slightly rubbed. 3⅞” dia, 6½” high. By Walker & Hall. Good used condition.
  2. B.R. (N.E.) Station Garden Competition Certificate for Catterick Bridge. 2nd class prize 1950. Large Lion over Wheel emblem at top in colour. 10” x 12½” G.
  3. L.N.E.R. marked box containing No. 1 gas mantle, made by Veritas Mantle Works, Wandsworth. All printing in blue; marked twice front and back. 1½”x1½ x1¾”.  G.
  4. L.M.S. Vertical Track Diagram. Rugby No. 7 to Stafford No. 1 via Birmingham with enlargements of Coventry, Adderley Park, Birmingham New St – Monument Lane – Wolverhampton (high level) and Bushbury. Dated July 1947.
  5. G.W.R. Loco & Carr. Dept. Sick Fund Society memo on headed paper from J. Clark, Sec. of Society to Churchward concerning payments of Funeral Allowances in respect of nine members serving in forces Oct. – Nov. 1917. Gives names/works numbers, etc. (one sheet)
  6. G.W.R. Loco pay check embossed oval copper 1½” x 1”. G
  7. L.M.S. Sepia Carriage Panel. Inverness looking across river with view of the town. 23¾” x 9¾” with several nail holes around edge, which would not be seen if framed + couple of minor scratches.
  8. L.P.T.B or Met. Enamel carriage destination board. Northwood – Baker St. Black letters on white. Has BK-NW in red vertically each end both sides. G.
  9. B.R. (S) fold-out Pamphlet. Kent by Train with vignettes of Oast House/beach /steam engine on cover.  Opens out to 18” x 16” with photo of bathing beauty, Whitstable, Ramsgate, etc. c. late 50’s.
  10. L.M.S. Vertical Track Plan. Liverpool (Lime Street) – Manchester (Vic) West Jcn., Earlestown No. 2 – Winwick Jc. Edge Hill – Weaver Jc., with enlargements of Manchester (Vic. & Exch.) Patricroft, Earlestown, Liverpool (Lime St.) and St. Helens. Dated Mar. 1929.
  11. Builders Plate “LMS Wolverton 1948 Lot No. 1522” Unrestored 5” x 3⅞”
  12. “Southern Railway London Bridge Platform & Carriage Working Programme.” Platform 8 – 22 inclusive. 19 pp. Paper covers loose and back slightly grubby but complete.
  13. B.R. (Sc.) Small folding t/t and fare table. Diesel Train Svs. Blackford Hill – Craiglockhart, Gorgie East, Morningside Road – Waverley June – Sept. 1962. 4” x 1¾” G.
  14. 2 x G.W.R. Hotels CoA dinner knives. 10⅛” long, ribbed handle, by Walker & Hall. Full GWR crest on blade. Good used condition.
  15. B.R. (S) “Dorset by Train” promotional fold-out pamphlet. Vignettes of train/coastline/farm on cover. Opens out to large photo of Lulworth Cove with photos of unrebuilt M.N., together with beaches at Swanage and Weymouth. 1950’s.
  16. B.R. (W) timetable. Cardiff Valleys. Penarth – Barry – Bridgend. June–Sept. 1961. 32 pp. Green cover with d.m.u. Rusty staples.
  17. B.R. (W) (Signalling) Notice No. 2083.  Margam Hump Marshalling Yard – Bringing in, signalling & alterations at Pyle, Margam Moors Newlands signal boxes and description and instructions for operation of marshalling yard. 14 pp + large pull-out diagram. G.
  18. L.M.S. Hotels silverplated oval sugar bowl.  2⅞” high, 3” wide. By Elkington. Good used condition.
  19. L.M.S. Vertical Track plan. Brent Junc. No. 2 – Battersea Wharf, South Acton Jct. – High St. Kensington, Hammersmith and Chiswick – South Acton Junc. With enlargements of LMS High St. Ken., LMS West Kensington, Turnham Green, Kew Bridge, etc. Amended 4/1946.
  20. S.R. metal Detonator Tin stamped “S.R.” on side, with lid 2½” dia. 8” tall. G.
  21. David Shepherd Limited Edition print. “Gordon” on the Longmoor Military Railways No. 81 of 200. 18” x 28½” framed and glazed. A fairly scarce print of the W.D. loco hauling a train across heath land.
  22. B.R. Menu folder “The Aberdonian”. Bright red cover with title in gold with a motif of three castles. Contains two Travellers Fare menus for luncheon and dinner dated 6/1975 and a B.T.H. cellars Wine List.
  23. L.N.E.R. (N.E. area) Wiring Diagram of occupation key system for table, electric staff or key token sections 3/6/32, together with LNER Wiring of Occupation key system with two pos. switch box. 24/1/33.
  24. Paycheck stamped “Loco Dept. Hull L.N.E.R” hexagonal, brass.
  25. Paycheck stamped “Loco. Dept. Mexboro M.S. & L. 696” Round, brass. 1⅝” dia. Original condition.     

Closing Times for Lots 201 – 225   Tues. 17th May 8.00 pm 01788 521491

  1. Corris Railway Shipping Note. 187-. Lists the sizes of slabs.  Unused.
  2. Highland Section track/station diagrams. (a) Brora (b) Brodie. Ink on grey vellum. Not dated but probably LMS. Each station has two signal boxes.   8” x 13”.
  3. L.M.S. Promotional folding pamphlet. “The Lancashire Coast” with poster style beach scene by Septimus Scott. 22 pp with sepia photos. Rusty staples have loosened cover.
  4. “D” wagonplate. “B595207 16T D’byshire C & W 1958 Lot No. 3063”. Face restored, slight chip on rim.
  5. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. Swindon East to Langley Crossing. Paper. Good condition; would frame well. 9” x 29”
  6. B.R. (W) Telephone Circuit Bell Code Notice No. 474. Swindon Local. Swindon West box to R & M.D. Yard box. May 1960. 6½” x 4”. Unframed.
  7. (G.N.R.) cast-iron Bridge No. “5”. Unusual pattern which came from near Nottingham London Road. Old fashioned ornate “5”. No Co. initials.
  8. B.R. (W) Gradient profile. “Box to Bristol East Depot (Main line).” On paper; good condition; would frame well. 9” x 29”.
  9. “D” wagonplate. “G.W.R.” 10 tons 30484. Good condition; repainted.
  10. MAP. Plan and Section of the Proposed Deeside Railway 1849. Shows terminus to be at Aboyne. Detailed map with the river and parish boundaries lightly coloured.  Alexander Gibb’s name printed as Engineer, J. Henderson, Aberdeen printer.  On thick paper, rolled. 10½” x 45½”.  Interesting early railway item.
  11. (N.E.R.) track/siding diagram. “Hessay” on York – Harrogate line. Dated 23.6.08. On blue cloth. 8” x 12½”
  12. B.R. (S) brass key token. “Medstead – Alresford.” On the ex L.S.W.R. line to Winchester via Alton. These came out when the line closed in 1973. G.
  13. B.R. (M) LMS style Vertical Track diagram. Corwen – Mold Jc. No. 1, Mold & Denbigh Jc. – Foryd Jc., Tryddyn Jc. – Brymbo. With enlargements of Coed, Talon & Leeswood, Mold, Bodfarr, Denbigh and Corwen. Mar. 1948.
  14. Carriage Print.  “Duncombe Park, Yorkshire” by Freda Marston. A rare print with a sunlit view of the tree lined river with a stone bridge in the background. Excellent condition. In original type frame.
  15. Carriage Print. “Much Hadham, Hertfordshire” by Horace Wright. Lots of people in the medieval street but no cars; just a horse and cart. Unframed and in mint condition. From LNER Series.
  16. Carriage Print. “Sunderland, Co. Durham” by E. T. Holding. An atmospheric industrial view of shipbuilding and smoking chimneys with the famous bridges in the background. Original type frame and in excellent condition.
  17. (M.R. Co. or L.M.S.) Engraved brass signal lever lead “Home from Mexboro”  5” x 4”. Probably ex Swinton Junc. (MR) box.
  18. B.R. (E) Signal Box Diagram. “Belvoir” On the Bottesford – Grantham section of ex G.N.R. line. Shows the line in from Woolsthorpe Ironstone mines. 26 levers 17½” x 35”; n.d.; probably 1960’s. G.
  19. Brass paycheck. “Marylebone B.R. Operating”. All embossed 1” x 1½”. G.
  20. L.M.S. (Northern Div.) W.T.T. of Passenger Trains – Perth, Inverness and Wick & Branches. May 7th 1945 u.f.n. 174 pp., together with L.M.S. (N) Passenger W.T.T. notice Jan. 27th 1945 u.f.n. 13 pp (2)
  21. Enamel Sign. “Southern Railway Smoking Strictly Prohibited.” Red lettering on white background. 12” x 16½”. Excellent condition with only very minor edge chips.
  22. B.R. (N.E.) d/r Poster. “York, the Shambles” by A. Carr Linford. An attractive colourful picture with shoppers and visitors browsing in the old shop windows, whilst a butcher leans against the doorway of his shop. Rolled 40” x 25”. V.G.C.
  23. Poster B.R. (M.) “The Eastgate, Chester” (by Claude Buckle – though not signed by him). Very attractive and colourful street scene, full of shoppers. Very 1950’s feel with old cars and people formally dressed.  In the smaller “See Britain by Train” size of 30” x 20”. Printed by Baynard Press. G.
  24. Inter-City stainless steel “Swallow” Motif used on 125’s. Right facing; in good ex loco condition. Wing measures 34½”.
  25. McKenzie and Holland tall “umbrella” signal finial 46” tall. Ex South Wales.

Closing Times for Lots 226 – 250 - Tues. 17th May 8.00 pm 01788 523250

  1. British Rail Steamers ice cream/sundae dish with Lion and Wheel over “waves”.  2½” high. By Mappin & Webb.
  2.  Pullman headrest cushion and cover; embroidered “Pullman” in grey capital letters. 1960’s. 8” x 4”
  3. Button “Gloucester and Berkeley Canal” large brass with sailing ship in centre. G.
  4. B.T.C. handbook for Railway Steam Locomotive Enginemen 1957. 196 pp. In very good clean condition.
  5. L.B.S.C.R. brass cased semaphore signal repeater. 3½” dia. Original light green painted background. “B” of Co. title has disappeared, otherwise good condition.
  6. B.R. (W) gradient profile. “Charlton Mackrell to Cogload Junction” dated Nov. 1954. Good condition; would frame well.
  7. L.N.E.R. silverplated half pint round teapot. LNER script initials on side. 3⅛” dia. Good used condition.
  8. G.W.R. Handbill. Fri. June 23rd 1933. Half-day excursion to Oswestry & Chester from Aberdovey, Penhelig Halt, etc.; three punch holes on left side.
  9. L.M.S. Vertical Route Plan.  Rugeley No. 1 – Ryecroft Jc., East Cannock Jc – to Norton Jc; Wichnor Jc. – Dudley Sth (G.W.), Wolverhampton – Ryecroft with enlargements of Wednesbury, Dudley, Great Bridge, Walsall, Norton Jc. Lichfield  City and Hednesford, dated Dec. 1945
  10. B.R. (M) Enamel Notice. “Fire Safety No Smoking” with image of crossed out cigarette in red. “It is an offence to smoke in New Street Station.” Double arrow symbol. Good quality enamel. 30” x 20”
  11. B.R. (S) Poster Timetable. “Steamer Service between Lymington Pier and Yarmouth I.o.W.” showing train connections to Brockenhurst and Waterloo 12.9.60 – 6.61. Rolled. 20” x 25” G.
  12. B.R. (W) Gradient Profiles “Tiverton Junction to Exminster”. Paper. Dated November 1954. 9” x 29”. Would frame well.
  13. B.R. (M) Resignalling Notices. (a) Preston Signal Box Stage 7 – intro of c/s between Skew Bridge and Oxheys and Preston No. 5 and Salwick 2-1973. (b) Rock Ferry-Hooton 18/19th May 1985. Both with pull-out diagrams. (2)
  14. Paycheck. “L.M.S. Northampton Passenger” embossed 1 ⅜” square. G.
  15. Passenger T/T LNER Scottish area Spring t/t 1st – 31st May 1939. Orange covers with “LNER” in black “Winking Eye”. Map of Scotland at back. G.
  16. B.R. Promotional Pamphlet. “Selection of Principal Summer Train Services June – Sept. 1957” Picture of d/e 10201 on cover. All regions.    10 pp.
  17. Cast iron notice “Lancashire and Yorkshire Trespass notice. 7 lines of text. Face repainted. Back unrestored. 21¼” x 31½”
  18. Poster. B.R. (W) Holiday Runabout Tickets 25th Apr. – 30th Oct. (1950). 27 different areas incl. Devon/Cornwall/Wales. Lists Monmouth (Troy). 40” x 25” Dark blue/green text on cream background. Large BR “totem” at top. Rolled G.
  19. B.R. (S) station sign. “New Milton”. White/blue N.S.E. flash. Plastic.      12” x 82”.
  20. B.R. (W) General “Local” Instructions affecting Paddington (Main Line) Suburban Station Parcels Line – Parcels Line Siding (Griffiths Siding) Lord Hills and Old Oak Common.; includes O.O.C. Sig. Box. 11 pp. May ’69. G.
  21. B.R. (W) Telephone bell circuit notice No. 6000.  St. Philips (Marsh) Yardmaster’s office – Bristol Avonside shunters cabin dated April 1961. 6½” x 4”. G
  22. B.R. (W) conical oil container with plated “S.P.M. Bristol” ex St. Philips Marsh loco. 7” high, corked, still containing oil.
  23. B.R. (W) Sectional Appendix to W.T.T.  Swansea operating district. Pyle to Fishguard Harbour including Swansea (Victoria) to Builth Road and Swansea to Brynammon East. April 1958. 240 pp. Lots of info. on working colliery lines, etc.
  24. L.M.S. Vertical Route plan. Holyhead to Llandudno Jc. No. 2 with enlargements of Bangor, Menai Bridge, Gaerwen and Holyhead. Amended Nov. 1939.
  25. L.M.S. General Repair Plate “L.M.S. Derby 1 – 1948”.  5” x 4” unrestored.     

Closing Times for Lots 251 - 275 - Tues. 17th May 8.30 pm 01788 521491

  1. London & South Western Rly Rulebook dated 1st Aug. 1904 and stamped “Mortehoe for Woolacombe & Lee.”
  2. L.M.S. brass wax seal stamp engraved “LMS Madderty”. Turned wooden handle. Madderty situated between Perth and Crieff on ex Caledonian branch, closed to passengers in 1951. G
  3. B.R. (W) Poster. “New Pullman Services commencing 12th Sept. 1960”. Diesel Pullman, High Speed Luxury Travel between Wolverhampton, Birmingham and Paddington, also Bristol and Paddington. Photo of blue Pullman, exterior and interior. BR Lion & Wheel symbol and full Pullman CoA. Rolled, 40” x 25”  V.G.C.
  4. Shedplate 12A Carlisle Upperby 6/50 to 2/58, Kingmoor, 2/58 to 5/73. Unrestored.
  5. Midland Railway Timetables. July – Sept., 1908. Colourful front and back covers, the latter showing pictures of M.R.Co. Hotels. Several pages of fold-out maps including enlargements; also includes M.R. Programme of Tourist Ticket arrangements Season 1908. 59 pp with pictures of Buxton, Harrogate and Northern Ireland locations on back cover, together with s.s. Londonderry. 11¾ x7¼” V.G.C.
  6. L.M.S. /L.N.E.R. Promotional Pamphlet. Clyde Coast & Loch Lomond. Very colourful front and back covers with painting of steamer leaving a jetty on Loch Lomond. 18 pp. Generally Good.
  7. Cast-iron notice. “London Midland & Scottish Railway Notice as to Trespassing.” December 1924. 20” x 26¼”. Unrestored.
  8. Book. “The British Steam Railway Locomotive” by the late E. L. Ahrons, 1st Ed. 1927 Loco Publishing Co. 391 pp. Many photos/diagram stamped “L.N.E.R. (in full) Edinburgh & Scottish area Engineer.” A very influential work.
  9. Royal Train Notice. Wolferton to Liverpool St. 2nd Feb. 1962. 4 pp. Gives passing times, including light engines and empty stock.
  10. L.N.E.R. c.i. doorplate. “Ladies Waiting Room” ex Banchory (Deeside line). Repainted. 4½” x 21”. On two lines.
  11. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. Coalpit Heath to Severn Tunnel Junction dated March 1955. 9” x 29”. Paper. Would frame well. V.G.C.
  12. G.W.R. (in full) Third Class Holiday Season Ticket available between Ashburton, Totnes, Moretonhamstead, Brixham, Dartmouth, Exeter via Dawlish and via Christow (all printed) Aug. 1934. Light green card. 3” x 2¼”.
  13. Shedplate 62B Dundee Tay Bridge 1948-67.  Ex loco cond. Curly “6”.
  14. Midland Railway/LMS Bridge Reports. “Leicester and Hitchin line.” from Earwig Lane Bridge (SO) to Radwell Moor End Bridge (57).  Detailed MRCo descriptions of bridges giving their names, numbers, construction (printed), together with detailed condition in 1930. Between Oakley and Sharnbrook (Bedfordshire). (2 sheets)
  15. B.R. (W) small Timetable cards. (i) Birmingham Snow Hill – Paddington Sept 61 – June 62. (ii) London Plymouth Penzance Sept. 63 – June 64)
  16. (Caledonian Railway) engraved brass Signalbox shelf plate. “Arbroath South Thro Goods Line” Hand engraved. Original black wax infill. Lovely condition.
  17. M. R. Co. /L.M.S. Bridge Reports. Bedford & Northampton line. Bridge 42. (L.N.W.R. in full) Bridge to 48 Station Arches Northampton M.R.Co. Gives local names of bridges and detailed particulars together with ink written examination 1931-32. (2 sheets)
  18. Argo Transacord Singles. (a)Midland Engines (b) On a Banker from Beattock (c) The Sounds of Shunting. All appear to be in excellent cond.
  19. Southern Railway silverplated lobster/oyster pick. Spatula at one end, “roundel” in middle, with “Southern Railway” in garter with 2 pronged pick at other end. By Walker & Hall. 6¼” V.G.C.
  20. Signal box Diagram. Colwyn Bay No. 1.  17” x 36” in modern type frame; n.d. probably 1960’s. Some fading but still presentable.
  21. Argo Transacord singles. (a) Stanier Pacifics (b) Royal Scots and Jubilees (c) The W.D.’s – at Abergavenny Junct., Durham, Stoke Tunnel, Beattock, etc.  All appear to be in excellent condition. (3)
  22. Southern Railway. “Railway Service” badge with pin fitting. Good original cond.
  23. G.W.R. (Worcester Div.) Royal Train Paddington “To Evesham No. 26th 1904 additional arrangements” concerning Passenger and goods trains – signal boxes – Adlestrop and Aston Magna to be open until royal Train passed. Handbill size. Red. G.C.
  24. L.M.S./L.N.E.R. London Promotional booklet with very colourful cover of Piccadilly Circus/old fashioned cab, fireworks, etc. 36 pp. Good cond. with map in centre. 1938.
  25. Brass label. “L. & N.E.R. Helpston Signal Box” stamped. Measures 1.1/16th” x 4½” with traces of solder. Probably has come from a Signalbox hanging oil lamp.

      Closing Times for Lots 276 – 300 - Tues. 17th May 8.30 pm 01788 523250

  1. Parliamentary Act. Crystal Palace & South London Junction Rly Act dated 23rd June 1864. 6 pp in folder.
  2. Menu. B.R. (M) Commercial Superintendent’s Dept., Euston 4th Annual Dinner at Euston Dining Club Dec. 4th 1953. B.R. totem at top and print in red. 4½” x 7”
  3. L.N.E.R. silverplated Sundae Dish. L.N.E.R. script initials on side. 3¼” high. Good used condition.
  4. N.B.R. Envelope. Weekly Coaching Traffic Report (to be sent, as a letter, by First Train Certain, every Monday Morning, and Not enclosed in Despatch Bag – to Passenger Audit Office, North British Railway, Edinburgh (red print). Unused.  G. 3¼” x 5⅓”
  5. Accrington Corporation Tramways nickel button. C.o.A in centre, name around edge. 13/16” dia.
  6. B.R. (W) gradient profile “Cogload to Whiteball Tunnel” dated April 1955. Good condition. 9” x 29”
  7. B.R. loco headlamp, complete and in good condition.
  8. B.R. (W) Loco Coal File Cards. Engine No.’s 2894, 3042, 3809, 3851, 5174, 5328 5331, 5344 (8). 2” x 4”.
  9. B.R. (S) Promotional Pamphlet “Sussex by Train” drawings by Lander, on front cover, of a church, seaside scene and train. Blue/yellow cover. Opens out to 18” x 16” with seaside photos. G
  10. Paycheck embossed L.M.R. and stamped M.P. Watford. Round brass 1¼”.
  11. B.R. (E) G.E. Liverpool St. Suburban Area Diesel Unit and Diesel Unit Drivers Workings. – to Audley End, Broxbourne, Stratford – Epping, Palace Gates – Stafford – North Woolwich – St. Margarets – Buntingford – Romford – Upminster, Wickford – Southminster 18.6.1962 – June 1963. 52 pp. G.
  12. Card Label. G.E.R. (in full) Live Stock – Handle with Care. Note at top “Label to be used for denoting that a “Higher Value” charge has been paid on a consignment.” (1879). 2⅞” x 3¼”. Dark red card, brass “eye”.
  13. B.R. (E.) London Suburban Passenger T/T. Fenchurch St & St Pancras – Tilbury, Shoeburyness. Liverpool St. – Southend. Nov. ‘59 – June 60.      54 pp. V.G.C.
  14. Builders Plate. “B.R. Eastleigh Lot No. 30454 1959. 4½” x 7”. Cast-iron. Cleaned to bare metal.
  15. L.N.E.R. General Appendix to W.T.T. Scottish area 1st Nov. 1947. 334 pp. Lots of info. on working of various lines.
  16. B.R. (M) W.T.T.’S (i) Freight. Rugby Midland – Stafford, June – Sept. 1954 (small tape repairs to cover) (ii) Passenger Crewe – Manchester – Stoke – Derby. June – Sept. 1962. (2)
  17. (M.R. /L.M.S.) cast-iron “Shut and Fasten Gate.” 3” x 33⅓”; repainted.
  18. L.M.S. vertical Route Plans. Skipton Sta. Nth – Grassington, Embsay Junc. – Menston Junc., Otley – Guiseley Junc., Esholt Junc. – Apperley, with enlargement of Rylstone Grassington, Embsay, Bolton Abbey, Addingham, Ilkley, Burley, Otley, Guiseley. Amended 1938.
  19. B.R. (M) Poster. Withdrawal of Passenger Services Sheffield Midland – Nottingham Midland, Sheffield – Derby Midland. Lists alternative bus services. Sept. 1966. “closure of intermediate stations such as Pye Bridge, Codnor Park and Ironville, Ilkeston Jct. etc.”
  20. Builders Plate. “B.R. York. Lot No. 30572 1960. Oval cast-iron 4½” x 6¾”. Cleaned to metal.
  21. L.M.S. Route Book for Goods traffic with G.W.R. for Treborth. 71 pp. G. Treborth was near Menai Bridge on LNWR. Dated Jan. 1928.
  22. B.R. (W) Telephone Circuit Bell Code Notice 6012. Bristol – Bridgewater. Dated Aug. 1965. Lists 15 boxes including South Liberty, Huish, Huntspill, etc. 6½”x4” G
  23. B.R. (M) enamel sign. “Goods Lift Only.” White lettering on maroon       2” x 9¾” Minor edge chips and around left fixing hole. (Painted in).
  24. N.E.R. Station/Siding Plan. “Hammerton” on Harrogate – York line. Stamp on back. N.E.R. Engineers Office, York. 20.4.1915. On blue linen. 8” x 12½”.
  25. L.N.E.R. “Kesick” dinner plate by Alfred Meakin Ltd dated 1931. 9½” dia.

Closing Times for Lots 301 – 325   Tues. 17th May 9.00 pm 01788 521491

  1. L.M.S. Printed Notice No. 55 – to be posted on board for two weeks that Driver Robinson and Fireman Shepherd of Tebay awarded gratuity of £2 each for prompt action in bringing to notice obstruction on line between Morecambe Junc. and Hest Bank – thus preventing accident. 31 Dec. 1923.
  2. B.R. (W) Signalling Alterations. (i) Old Oak Common – multiple aspect sig. Centralisation of signalling and remodelling of layout. Dec. 1977 (ii) Reading (High Level) M.A.S. June 1971. Both with pull-out diagrams.
  3. Wagon Plate. “G. & S. W. Ry. Loco Dept. To Carry 20 Tons.” Rectangular cast-iron. 4” x 8” Came off condemned wagon at Kilmarnock in early 60’s.
  4. R.C.H. Junction Diagrams. (i) Bargoed, Cymmer, Deri, Hengoed, Penallta, Pontllanfraith, etc. (1915) (ii) Hampton, Nuneaton, Tamworth & Wicknor (1912). Both 6⅓” x 9⅔”. G.
  5. B.R. (W) Signalling notices. (i) Bristol – Filton Junction – Westerleigh – Pilning Jcn – Hallen Marsh. Feb 1971. (ii) Bristol. Highbridge to Cogload. March 1972. Both with pull-out diagrams.
  6. G.W.R. Key with attached metal label stamped “Traffic Honeybourne.” 4¾” x 2⅔”.
  7. L.N.E.R. Publication. “Selling LNER Transport with the help of the Advertising Department.” London April 1929. Green hardback – diagrams of blackboards and billposting guidance. Interesting. 10½” x 8”
  8. “D” Wagon plate. “S38001 13T”. Unusual layout with no text below the bolt holes. Replacement plate for S.R. 8 plank open goods wagon built to diagram 1377 in 1938/9.
  9. 30 Southern Railway Special Ticket Counterparts from Plymouth Friary (printed) to various destinations. 1930’s.
  10. (NER) Track/siding diagram. “Marston Moor” On York-Harrogate line. Dated 8.12.20. On white linen. 9¼” x 13½”
  11. Coloured R.C.H. Junction Diagrams. (i) Devonport & Plymouth 1909                  (ii) Aberystwyth, Afonwen, Llanelli, 1915. Both 6⅓” x 9¾” 
  12. Shedplate 5B. Crewe South 1948–67. Repainted a long time ago.
  13. B.R. (M) Map of Blackburn Engineering District, on paper. Lines highlighted in red crayon. n.d., possibly 1950’s – shows Holcombe Brook branch and Hoddleston goods. 14” x 18½”
  14. B.R. (M) W.T.T. of Passenger Trains (Western lines).  Sections A, C, D, F & G. 11th Sept 1961–17th June 1962. 613 pp in all. Covers whole of Western Division.
  15. Carriage Print. Durham by Sidney Causer. A fine view looking southwards from the bank of the River Wear with the tower of the cathedral and the castle dominating the background. Unframed and in mint condition. LNER series.
  16. Carriage Print. Bamburgh, Northumberland by Leonard Squirrel. A view from the sandy beach at low tide with the castle standing on the promontory with storm clouds gathering. Unframed and in mint condition. LNER series.
  17. Carriage Print. Inverlochy Castle, Inverness-shire. A peaceful scene looking over towards the ruined castle on the banks of the river with a field of highland cattle in the foreground. Unframed and in mint condition.  LNER Series.
  18.  Southern Railway Marine silver-plated one pint teapot by Elkington. In good original condition. Marked on side with S.R. Marine flag above “Southern Railway” in scroll. Not common.
  19. L.N.E.R. Track and Siding diagram. “Thirsk” on linen dated May 1943. Shows branch off to Melmerby, Thirsk Town Branch, loco shed, etc. 15” x 36½”. Rolled.
  20. L.S.W.R. Appendix to W.T.T.’s 25th July 1921 u.f.n. 274 pp diagrams of tablet instruments etc. Much useful info. Reasonable used condition.
  21. Southern Railway cast-iron oval wagonplate “S.R. 2159” with “E” (Eastleigh) triangle. Front repainted long time ago, back untouched.          6” x 10”
  22. B.R. (W) Newport M.A.S. scheme.  Introduction of Stage 2 with abolition of Caerlaon and Ponthir signal boxes (notice W.925) 7 pp + pull-out diagram.
  23. B.R. (W) enamel sign. “B.T.C. (in full) British Railways General Bye-Laws are available for inspection at the booking office.” 6” x 4” brown/cream. Generally good. Small chips round holes. Ex Henley in Arden.
  24.  Map. Spaldings map of Cambridge 1904. 10 ft scale. Coloured.  Shows tracks LNW Railway yard. G.N. Platform. G.E. lines. Stamp on back “Chief Traffic Manager’s Office, Kings Cross G.N.R.” Dark blue board covers, opens out to 28” x 24½”. Good condition.
  25. Taff Vale Railway black japanned brass police button. Large. 1”. G.

Closing Times for Lots 326 – 350   Tues. 17th May 9.00 pm 01788 523250

  1. B.R. (W) Handbills. Football excursions (i) Chelsea v. Birmingham City at Stamford Bridge 15.9.1956 (Snow Hill – Paddington) (ii) Swindon Town v. Ipswich Town at County ground. Half day excursions from Gloucester, Tetbury, Cirencester, etc. 15.9.1956. (2) G, apart from top corner spike tear.
  2. BR (E) W.T.T.’s (i) Passenger trains London Ipswich, Norwich & branches.     Sept. ‘60–June ’61. 95 pp (ii) Passenger London–Felixstowe, Aldeburgh, Yarmouth South Town, Norwich & Melton Constable. Sept. 62 – June ’63. 43 pp. (2)
  3. LMS motive power depot notice. “L.M.S. (in full) Reward. Driver Ivens and Firemen Ashmore, Warwick have been awarded a gratuity of £1 each in recognition of prompt action on occasion of fire at Kenilworth station April 1923. (Note at top: “Post for 2 weeks.” 10½” x 8½”
  4. Builders plate. “Westinghouse Brake & Signal Co. Ltd. London & Chippenham.” E.P. Train Stop style “H.6” Tunnel Serial No. 900. Embossed brass. 2¼” x 10¾”.
  5. B.R. re-numbering of locos 1973. Published by Stores Controller (LMR) Euston. Dec. 1973. 57 pp. Lists all old/new numbers. Useful reference. G.
  6. B.R. (W) Signal Alterations. Bromsgrove South and Stoke Works Junction.       Feb. ‘69. Diagram of tracks.
  7. (Grand Junction Canal) lock number “34” oval cast-iron 6” x 8”. Totally unrestored.
  8. B.R. (M) Vertical Route Plan. Preston Jc. – Walton Jc. – Ormskirk – Rainford Jc, Southport (Chapel St_- Wigan Wallgate – with enlargements of Ormskirk, Burscough, Lostock Hall – Bamber Bridge, Rainford Jc. – Wigan Wallgate, Southport, dated May ‘49
  9. B.R. (E) Great Eastern. “Working of Electric Sets.” Liv. St., Chingford – Enfield Town – L.S. Bishops Stortford – Hartford East. June ‘62 – June ’63; Good condition, 120 pp.
  10. L.B. & S.C.R. (in full). First class suburban season ticket between Streatham & Streatham Hill & London Bridge via Peckham Rye only (all printed)  Oct. 1921 – Jan. 1922. Good clean condition 2½” x 3½”
  11. (Grand Junction Canal) c.i. milepost. Half rounded corners; integral post cut off to make manageable. 25” high. Unrestored.
  12. L.N.E.R. General Appendix to W.T. for North Eastern area. 1st Nov., 1947. Green covers, 332 pp. Much useful information for working of lines.
  13. Memo headed: “To the Kington & Eardisley Railway Company” at the bottom states “Please pay the amount stated to the carman.” 5” x 7½”. Early and unusual.
  14. M.R. or L.M.S. brass lever lead engraved “Crossover Goods Line”. Remains of black wax infill. 5” x 4”. G.
  15. Folding train service and fare card. Birkenhead, Chester and London,  Sept. ’61.
  16. Book. “Evolution of the Steam Locomotive 1803 – 1898” by G. A. Sekon. Railway Pub. Co. 1899. 319 pp + index. V.G. condition for age. Lots of illustrations, diagrams. A standard book of its time.
  17. Southern Railway two-compartment vegetable dish with full Company name in garter at top. By Walker & Hall. 6¾” dia. Good used condition.
  18. L.M.S. vertical route plan. Settle Junc. to Leeds Junc., Shipley, Bradford Forster Square – Leeds City North – Normanton. With enlargements of Skipton, Keighley, Hellifield, Shipley, Bradford, Stourton – Leeds dated 28.6.46.
  19. “D” wagonplate “B380789 27T Head, Wrightson 1951 Lot No. 2275.” Face repainted. Slight chip in bottom rim.
  20. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. Dauntsey - Bathampton dated Sept., 1955. On paper. G
  21. R.C.H. coloured Junction Diagrams: (i) Millwall Docks (Harrow Lane) & Poplar dated 1906. (ii) Leamington & Rugby dated 1909. 6⅓” x 9¾”
  22. Enamel Badge. “British Railways N.E. Region” (in orange) with green d.m.u. in centre. Tog with 2 B.R. (N.E.) S.G. (South Garforth) stamped brass paychecks (3)
  23. B.R. (E) card folding T/T. London (L.S. & K.X.) and Ely, Wisbech, Kings Lynn, Hunstanton 11th Sept., 1961 – 17th Jun 1962. 5½” x 2¾”.  Blue print, V.G.C.
  24. B.R. (S) Carriage Working Notice. Electric Trains London West Dist. 18th June 1951. u.f.n. 145 pp.
  25. (M.R. Co.) Engraved brass lever lead. “Up Main Home to Goods” with red wax infill. G. 5” x 4”

Closing Times for Lots 351 - 375    Tues. 17th May 9.30 pm 01788 521491

  1. B.R. (W) Signalling Instruction Rhymney – Bargoed – Ogilvie Colliery singling of lines and abolition of Pontlottyn, Tirphil, Bargoed North Jct. boxes with pull-out diag. Nov. 1970.
  2.  Ian Allen Combined Volume. Summer 1958 edition. Good condition, no underlining; still in original packaging with “Ian Allen Organisation” address label.
  3. Worksplate. “Built 1955 Crewe.” Face repainted, original back. 5⅞ x10¼”
  4. L.M.S. Booklet produced for inaugural sailing Stranraer – Larne by new steamer “Princess Maud” 11 pp.  27th Feb.1934 – Good clean condition.
  5. “D” wagon plate “L.M.S. Standard 20 Tons 289622”. Unrestored.
  6. B.R. (W) Telephone Circuit Notice 372.  Swindon – Gloucester dated Oct. 1962. Paper. Includes Minety box 6½” x 4”. G.
  7. B.R. (E) Folding Timetable Card. London L.S. and Clacton, Frinton on Sea, Walton–on–Naze, 11th Sept. ‘61 – 17th June ’62.
  8. Shedplate 9G Northwich 5/50–4/58 Gorton 4/58 – 6/65. Face repainted a long time ago. Back unrestored.
  9. Carriage Print. Lock Eck, Argyll by Frank Sherwin. A Highland scene with a boat on the loch with a couple standing on the shore under the Scots pines and a croft in the background. Original style frame and in excellent condition. LNER size.
  10. Carriage Print. Loch Long, Dunbartonshire by Alexander Macpherson. A late winter view of the mountains and loch with snow still on the tops, the darkness of the pines contrasting with the faint sunshine on the shore and hillsides. Unframed and in mint condition.
  11. Carriage Print. Kings Lynn by Gyrth Russell. This artist loved to paint quays and waterfronts with a few old men standing talking to one another. A lovely view of the Georgian Customs House, with warehouses and maltings in the background. Original style frame and in excellent condition. LNER size.
  12. S.R. cast-iron lever lead. “1 from Belmont to Carshalton up distant 3.13.” Black letters on yellow background. Lettering in excellent condition. “S.R.” cast in back.
  13. G.W.R. Christmas 1933. Alteration and Suspension of Passenger Trains and additional Train Arrangements 51 pp.
  14. B.R. (S) S.W. Div. – Southampton and Exeter Districts. Supplement to W.T.T. 10th Sept. 1962 u.f.n. 48 pp Loading of luggage. Parcels etc. by Passenger and Parcels Train. Includes info. on postal trains to Torrington etc.
  15. Shedplate 5A. Crewe North 1948 – 65. Repainted a long time ago.
  16. B.R. (M) Royal Train Notice. London Euston to Scotland 5th May 1954. Gives passing times to Gretna, the composition of train, etc. 4 pp.
  17. Wooden signal box nameboard painted “Glencarse”, removed by vendor in 1960’s upon closure of box. Glencarse situated just east of Perth on the ex Caledonian line to Dundee 5¼” x 27”. Black on white background.
  18. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. “Witham (Friary) to Somerton dated August 1955. 9” x 29”. Good condition. Would look good framed.
  19. L.N.E.R. (S) Signalling instruction No. 2893. c.l.s. between Wickford and Southend 16th June 1938. 6 pp + pull-out diagram.
  20. G.W.R. Salvage Tender Nov. 28th 1917. Jam, marmalade, Quaker oats, matches, 26 blocks of chocolate, etc. - gives prices realised for 187 lots.     10 pp.
  21. L.N.E.R. (E) – G.E.R. pattern brass sliding knob handlamp. Cone stamped LNE-E “Hopton x 42” in lovely restored condition. Vessel stamped LNE-E. Red glass cracked; otherwise good. Hopton between Yarmouth South Town and Lowestoft on Norfolk & Suffolk Joint.
  22. B.R. (W) Gradient profiles of Cattewater Branch, Turnchapel Branch, Sutton Harbour Branch, Friary branch with area branch diagram on left hand side of sheet. Paper 9” x 29”. 1950’s–when ex S.R. lines went over to Western Region. G.
  23. Brass equipment plate ex warship loco D862 Viking stamped “Loco No. D862 End B Experiment No. W/SW/L/224.” Fuel pipe clips, together with three plastic instrument plates. (i) cab heater (ii) instrument lighting (iii) Loco Brake Release. (3¼” x 1⅜”) with holes for switches. (4).
  24. Alloy Shedplate 83D Laira ex D.862 Viking.
  25. Brass steam loco tenderplate “4025” ex S.A.R. loco. Ex. loco cond.       4⅛” x 7”. G.

Closing Times for Lots 376 – 400    Tues. 17th May 9.30 pm 01788 523250

 

 

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