Closer view of the replica engine1921 viewsReplica of Diesel's engine that was built in 1897 and is considered to be the first diesel engine. It had been preceded by two experimental motors in 1882/93 and 1894. However, they did not work satisfactorily.
Replica built for MAN Truck & Bus to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Diesel's birth, 2008.
Midsummer Mingle 20071918 viewsCraft centre/Bodgers shed was called into operation to entertain the crowd
1917 views
1917 views
More stone ready for flattening1917 viewsOne of the "Friends" of the museum, Jimmy Jackson donated money to allow us buy more stone for the car park.
Rod bending the hot metal1914 views
George Osborne MP and family in background watch on1913 viewsGeoff demonstrates the 3HP Crossley atmospheric engne
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Deep in conversation1909 viewsSome of our "Friends" sorting out the cares of the world
our volunteers hard at work1909 viewsduring the Volunteers Working Weekend prior to our Easter opening
Peter whittling1904 views
Paul explains how the Bisschop engine works1904 views