Category: News
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Ellesmere Canal Warehouse restoration work scheduled
The Grade II-listed Canal Warehouse on the Ellesmere Arm of the Llangollen Canal was identified as being at risk in the Inland Waterways Association (IWA) Risk Index. In March 2023, listed building consent was granted for its conversion to café and restaurant use, subject to the condition that works commence within three years. In the…
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Rare 1926 HRD Model 90 from The David Plant Collection heads to Bonhams Stafford auction
A rare and historically significant 1926 HRD 499cc Model 90 from The David Plant Collection is set to cross the block at the Bonhams Spring Stafford Sale, held at the International Classic MotorCycle Show, Stafford, on April 25–26 (sponsored by Carole Nash). Registered as MN 4448 (Isle of Man), this Vintage-era HRD carries frame number…
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Training course opens steam safety skills to volunteers
A NEW hands-on course aimed at improving steam safety among heritage volunteers is set to run this spring, offering practical instruction for anyone working with stationary engines, steam boilers or road steam machinery. The Basic Steam Safety for Volunteers programme, delivered by the Boiler & Engineering Skills Training Trust (BESTT) in partnership with Westonzoyland Pumping…
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Wartime pill boxes on Kennet & Avon Canal repurposed as bat habitats
Second World War pill boxes on the Kennet & Avon Canal in Berkshire have been transformed into homes for bats. The work has been carried out by volunteers and the Canal & River Trust at locations including Garston Lock and Hamstead Lock. WARTIME relics reborn into havens for bat species VOLUNTEERS and colleagues at the…
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Genius engineer and cult TV hero Allen Millyard reveals a SHOCK bad-boy past
Softly-spoken Allen Millyard has created an army of fans thanks to his genius motorcycle creations and no-frills but wholesome online content. The 64-year-old has amassed more than 30 million views on his YouTube channel that has helped him become part of several TV programmes including ITV’s The Motorbike Show, Junk and Disorderly and Shed and…
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The Quasar Returns: Rare ‘Cabin Motorcycle’ Set for Stafford Show
One of the most unusual motorcycles ever built — the Quasar — will be on display at the VMCC stand at the Stafford International Classic Motorcycle Show, sponsored by Carole Nash. With just 17 ever produced (1975-1982), this rare machine continues to fascinate riders and enthusiasts alike. A Motorcycle Like No Other Love them or…
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Ex-Barry Sheene 1977 Suzuki RG500 XR14 Grand Prix Machine to Headline Bonhams Stafford Sale
One of the defining machines of 1970s Grand Prix racing — the ex-Barry Sheene Championship-Winning Works Texaco Heron Team Suzuki 1977 Suzuki 500cc RG500 XR14 — is set to appear at the Bonhams auction during The International Classic MotorCycle Show, sponsored by Carole Nash, at the Staffordshire Showground on 25–26 April 2026. The motorcycle is…
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Dundee Marks 125 Years Since the Launch of RRS Discovery
Dundee is marking a significant maritime anniversary this spring as the city celebrates the 125th birthday of RRS Discovery, the Antarctic research ship launched from Dundee’s quayside in 1901. Dundee Heritage Trust has announced a full programme of activities for Saturday, March 21, inviting visitors to commemorate the vessel that carried Captain Scott and his…
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National Historic Ships UK Awards celebrate vessels, people and communities
The recent National Historic Ships UK Awards recognised maritime history while placing vessels, people and communities at the heart of the winning entries, including photography, conservation and Flagship of the Year honours. The recent National Historic Ships UK Awards not only recognised maritime history, but it also put vessels, people and communities at the heart…
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Go behind the scenes of lock restoration at Chesterfield Canal open day
The Canal & River Trust is giving members of the public the opportunity to get an up-close view of newly installed lock gates at Stret Lock in Worksop to highlight what it takes to look after the nation’s centuries-old canal network. The trust has replaced two sets of lock gates on the narrow beam lock…
