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The Railways Of Wales Circa 1900

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Author : Gwyn Briwnant-Jones
language : en
Publisher: Gomer Press
Release Date : 2000

The Railways Of Wales Circa 1900 written by Gwyn Briwnant-Jones and has been published by Gomer Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Railroads categories.

A general review of the railways of Wales at the turn of the 20th century, and some of the changes that have occurred since. The appearance and function of the trains of the time are discussed, particularly the part played by freight transportation, which was an important aspect of the railway system. Accidents, strikes and court cases from the time are also discussed, such as the TVR strike, a law case between two railway companies which eventually went to the Court of Appeal, and a collision at Tylwch in mid Wales.

The Coming Of The Railways And Language Change In North Wales

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Author : Dot Jones
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995

The Coming Of The Railways And Language Change In North Wales written by Dot Jones and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Railroads categories.

Railways In South Wales And The Central Wales Line In The Late 20th Century

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Author : Peter J. Green
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword Transport
Release Date : 2022-12-01

Railways In South Wales And The Central Wales Line In The Late 20th Century written by Peter J. Green and has been published by Pen and Sword Transport this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-01 with Transportation categories.

In the early 1980s, I began to visit South Wales on a regular basis to photograph the railway scene. At that time, the collieries and steelworks were generating a lot of rail traffic with Class 37 diesels being the usual motive power. Passenger trains were in the hands of Class 47s and 37s, while 'Peaks' and Class 50s would also appear on occasion. HSTs, DMUs, Sprinters and Pacers were, of course, also common. As time went on, collieries closed and the coal traffic reduced, but there always something new and interesting. Rugby Internationals at Cardiff regularly produced a number of special trains which arrived from various parts of the country, often bringing interesting motive power to the Welsh capital. The Class 37s were slowly replaced by Class 56s, and later Class 60s, on many duties in South Wales, but the Rhymney Valley saw Class 37 diesels working passenger trains into the twenty-first century, and on Rugby International days, privately-owned Class 50s were also used on occasion. I also visited the Central Wales line a number of times and particularly enjoyed the time I spent at the small country stations, before the semaphore signals were replaced. This book contains a selection of photographs taken in the latter part of the 20th and in the very early 21st Century, covering the railways of South Wales and the Welsh section of the Central Wales line. A few photographs of the principal heritage railways in more recent times are also included.

Bradshaw S Guide The Railways Of Wales

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Author : John Christopher
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2015-02-15

Bradshaw S Guide The Railways Of Wales written by John Christopher and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-02-15 with Transportation categories.

‘Bradshaw’s Guides were invaluable in their time and they provide the modern-day reader with a fascinating insight into the nineteenth-century rail traveller’s experience.’

The Railway In England And Wales 1830 1914 The System And Its Working

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Author : Jack Simmons
language : en
Publisher: Burns & Oates
Release Date : 1978

The Railway In England And Wales 1830 1914 The System And Its Working written by Jack Simmons and has been published by Burns & Oates this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Transportation categories.

Railways In North And Mid Wales In The Late 20th Century

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Author : Peter J. Green
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword Transport
Release Date : 2022-06-16

Railways In North And Mid Wales In The Late 20th Century written by Peter J. Green and has been published by Pen and Sword Transport this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-16 with Transportation categories.

The coastal and mountain scenery around the railway lines of North and Mid Wales is among the best in Great Britain. Here we look at the British Railways lines and the trains that ran on them in the years between 1980 and 2000, as recorded by my cameras during my many visits to the area. A few photographs from earlier years are also included to help to complete the picture. During this period of time, quite a lot of mechanical signalling and many old station buildings still remained, all adding to the railway atmosphere. Featured here are the North Wales Coast line and its branches, the former Cambrian line from Welshpool to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli, and the Welsh section of the Shrewsbury to Chester line. While the emphasis is very much on the main lines, the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway, closed by British Railways in 1956 and reopened as a heritage railway, and the Llangollen Railway on a section of the former Ruabon to Barmouth line also feature, as does the Vale of Rheidol Railway, sold by British Rail into private ownership in 1989. A few photographs of the steam specials that regularly ran on the main lines are also included.

Great Little Trains Of Wales

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Author : John Bailey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015-07-04

Great Little Trains Of Wales written by John Bailey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-04 with Travel categories.

The Great Little Trains of Wales are a very special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the British Isles. All are narrow gauge steam railways and some have a history spanning well over 100 years. All of them have in common the charm of old-time steam trains with plenty of polished paintwork and brass. Built in a time less hasty than our own, most originally served to carry Welsh slate from the quarries to the sea. However, no two are the same and they all offer a unique experience of a bygone era. The special attraction of narrow gauge railways lies in their modest size compared with the main line ones and their leisurely speed gives time to take in some of the splendid scenery. Lavishly Illustrated in the style of the rail travel posters of the mid 1900s and with all embracing text, the book allows the reader to savour the hidden gems of the Great Little Trains of Wales. It was lovely to be asked to write the foreword to John Bailey's latest book and what a perfect travelling companion it is. It can be used as a guide to the railways as you travel or simply as a way of learning more about this beautiful eclectic mix of railways. The Great Little Trains of Wales exist for people to enjoy and this book will certainly further enhance people's experience of them. Enjoy the read. Chris Price Chairman of the Great Little Trains of Wales. May 2015