Most viewed - Archive photos of engines and museum views
Midsummer Mingle 20071906 viewsCraft centre/Bodgers shed was called into operation to entertain the crowd
Closer view of the replica engine1906 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.
Rod bending the hot metal1905 views
George Osborne MP and family in background watch on1905 viewsGeoff demonstrates the 3HP Crossley atmospheric engne
More stone ready for flattening1903 viewsOne of the "Friends" of the museum, Jimmy Jackson donated money to allow us buy more stone for the car park.
Peter whittling1900 views
our volunteers hard at work1899 viewsduring the Volunteers Working Weekend prior to our Easter opening
Deep in conversation1898 viewsSome of our "Friends" sorting out the cares of the world
tractor driving a corn grinder1895 views
1892 views
first run of the Crossley SSN June 20121892 viewsprior to going down to the 1000 Engine Rally
For more information about the Crossley Portable see article on News page of website
Fowler Beam Engine1890 viewsnot quite so new but the display area is now finished around it. This engine is on loan from the Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery.