Steam & Vintage Gathering draws crowds - raising vital funds for local Society

By Jonathan White

28th Jul 2022 | Local News

Miniature-gauge steam train leaves Peacock Halt (Jonathan White).
Miniature-gauge steam train leaves Peacock Halt (Jonathan White).

A 'Steam & Vintage Gathering' took place at the Peacock Railway over the weekend - supported by many visitors from the local area.

The event took place on Sunday (July 24) and was organised by the members of the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

This gathering took place on their premises at the rear of The Peacock Inn, Crewe Road, Willaston.

Visitors view miniature four-inch scale steam traction engine 'Maud.' (Jonathan White).

Miniature-gauge steam and battery electric (diesel body) train rides were available on the 5-inch railway track which is almost a quarter of a mile in length. 

There was also a display of classic motorcars, military vehicles, miniature steam traction engines, and bicycles, along with a scale-model of the WW1 Model T 'Crewe Tractor'.

The Clubhouse contained a display of locomotives and stationary engines produced by Society members. Drinks and cakes were served by Society volunteers in the Clubhouse. 

Some of the classic cars on display at the event (Jonathan White).

This event took place in wet weather, but was still enjoyed by a number of local visitors who supported the event - raising vital funds for the Society.

A representative of the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society said: "We would like to thank the public for supporting our event, enduring the rain, and friends who provides the vehicle display.

"There was interest in our new gauge 1 railway that is being built by the members.

"We look forward to you visiting on our next public running day, which will be promoted through Facebook."

Pride of Sandbach steam vehicle at the event (Jonathan White).

For further information relating to the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society please visit HERE.

Ryan Parker and Jonathan White.

READ MORE: What's on in Crewe this weekend? Lots of live music and park eatery hours extended.

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