HD Rushden Historical Transport Society Museum Trip, 16th April 2015
While my car went for it’s MOT I paid a visit to the Rushden Station and took some photos, the Railway was closed and no trains operated. But got some good shots and still had fun. I have helped run the Model Weekend there the last two years as shown in the links below.
The Rushden, Higham & Wellingborough Railway is a heritage railway operated by the Rushden Historical Transport Society in the United Kingdom.
The original aim was to re-open the majority of the ex-Midland Railway branch line from Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers, which had been closed completely in November 1969, however this is no longer the intention. As of April 2016, around 1⁄2 mile (0.8 km) stretch of the line is operated between Rushden station and Prospect Avenue. The RH&WR plans to extend the line to a halt at Higham Ferrers.
Model Weekend 2013
Model Weekend 2014
Rushden Historical Transport Exhition Sept 2011
Some images taken at the Rushden Historical Transport Exhibition in September 2011 of the N&DMRC Greenford layout. This is an OO gauge freelance layout set in the London area during the late 1950s early 1960s. The layout is operated by the DC analogue.
Images by Colin Tarry
HD Rushden Historical Transport Society, Rushden Transport Museum, Class 31, No 31289 'Phoenix'
Phoenix the Class 31 Diesel operating at open days at Rushden Historical Transport Society Museum, I often run displays here, here are the links below.
My Engine Display at Rushden Transport Museum, Model Weekend 7th & 8th September 2013
HD My New Bachmann Mavis, Toby & Henrietta Run at Rushden Transport Museum, Model Weekend 2014
HD Rushden Transport Museum, September 2015, Model Weekend, My Hornby Henry, D7101, D261 & more
27.03.2016. Easter Bunny Express, Rushden Transport Museum, Ride On Edmundsons & Blue Circle
Rushden Transport Museum, Geismar Trolley Ride, 5th September 2015
In this video you can also see my models of
Bachmann Toby
Bachmann Donald
Bachmann Douglas
Hornby D261/Class 40
Hornby Bert
Bachmann Salty
Bachmann Skarloey
Hornby Troublesome Trucks 1 & 2
Bachmann Henrietta
Hornby Old Slow Coach
Hornby Sodor Fuel Tanker
Hornby Tar Wagon
Hornby Sodor Oil Tanker wagon
Several Hornby McVitie's Wagons
Places to see in ( Rushden - UK )
Places to see in ( Rushden - UK )
Rushden is a town and civil parish located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. The parish of Rushden covers an area of some 9,000 acres, and is part of the district of East Northamptonshire. The Rushden-Higham urban area, which includes the adjoining town of Higham Ferrers, has an estimated population of 36,410.
ushden lies on the A6 midway between Bedford and Kettering. The southern limits of the town border on the county of Bedfordshire, and to its north lies the River Nene (locally pronounced Nen) which flows into The Wash. Rushden lies in a small valley, with a stream or brook known as Sidney Brook flowing through the centre of the town. During the late 1960s and 70s this stream was culverted to prevent flash flooding. From whichever way Rushden is approached, the streets and roads can be seen stretching out in the valley, with the spire of St Mary's church prominent above its rooftops.
Rushden's growth has resulted from a number of industries, including lacemaking and farming, and especially shoemaking and associated trades. In the mid-1900s there were well over 100 boot and shoe factories in Rushden but today there are only four shoemaking companies left in Rushden .
The former Rushden railway station is now owned by the Rushden Historical Transport Society, which operates a museum and real ale bar. The society often holds special events, including an annual 3-day transport cavalcade. The society aims to rebuild the branch line from Higham Ferrers to Wellingborough. There is also a privately owned museum in Rushden which is situated in the town's Hall Park. It is open between the months of May and October.
Rushden Hall is the oldest domestic building in the town, once owned by many families throughout the years including the Sartoris family and the Pembertons family. The hall now functions as the head office of the town council and some rooms are available for hiring. It lies in 32 acres (13 ha) of land which now is a public park (Hall Park).
At present, Rushden is one of the largest towns in the country without an operational railway station. However, there are proposals by The Association of Train Operating Companies to build a new railway station on the Midland Main Line (to the West of Rushden) to be known as Rushden Parkway. In terms of roads, Rushden is bypassed by the A6 which has connections to Kettering (Northbound) and Bedford and Luton (Southbound). The A45 connects Rushden to the East coast as well as Northampton and the M1 motorway westbound.
( Rushden - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Rushden . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Rushden - UK
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Rushden Town - East Northamptonshire
HD My Engine Display at Rushden Transport Museum, Model Weekend 7th & 8th September 2013
Model Weekend in Rushden, Northamptonshire, 7th & 8th September 2013, also known as the Rushden Historical Transport Society.
Featuring the Thomas the Tank Engine song It's Great to be an Engine, and on display you can see my following Thomas engines...
• Hornby Evening Star
• Hornby Diesel Multiple Unit 3 Car Unit
• Hornby Edward
• Hornby Henry
• Hornby Stepney
• Hornby Emily
• Hornby Spencer
• Bachmann Bill
• Bachmann Ben
• Hornby D261/Class 40
• Hornby D7101
• Hornby Arry
• Hornby S.C.Ruffey
• Hornby Circus Vans
• Hornby Old Slow Coach
Plus you can see many other Thomas characters and engines. I was there with John (the man in the yellow shirt at the start), David Eaton (his layout 5:40) and Alistair Carr who has sadly died, his was the Eddie Stobart display, RIP Alistair
The Rushden, Higham & Wellingborough Railway is a heritage railway operated by the Rushden Historical Transport Society in the United Kingdom.
The original aim was to re-open the majority of the ex-Midland Railway branch line from Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers, which had been closed completely in November 1969, however this is no longer the intention. As of April 2016, around 1⁄2 mile (0.8 km) stretch of the line is operated between Rushden station and Prospect Avenue. There are plans to extend the line to Higham Ferrers.
class 31 rushden historical transport society no 206 start up
First start of the year
Rushden Cavalcade.
The Big Rally That Starts The Season A6, Bedford Road, South of Rushden, Northants, NN10 0SN.
Over the last 34 years Rushden Cavalcade has evolved from a small gathering of vehicles taking part in a parade around Rushden High Street, into the Rally that starts the season, bringing together over 1,000 different exhibit's from all over country and attracting over 25,000 visitors annually there's something for everybody to see and do from Traction Engines & Vintage Vehicles, to Fun Fair Rides & Trade Stands. Fun for all the family to enjoy!
This event has been staged since 1978 by Rushden Historical Transport Society: Registered Charity No 285535: to raise funds for the development of the Rushden Transport Museum run by the Society and the expansion of the Railway Activities of the Society.
Rushden Cavalcade 2011
Photos of the event can be found here:
This is a selection of almost everything that was at Rushden Cavalcade 2011!
Rushden Historical #Transport #1940's #Wartime #Weekend
If you are ever in this part of the country please try and see this special event.
Rushden Cavalcade part 2
The Rushden Cavalcade was held on the 2/3/4th May 2009 in Northamptonshire,UK. In part two we see some of the steam engines attending the event. Why not visit the website at cavalcade.org.uk
31206 moves off on the Rushden Line
31206 moves off on the Rushden Line on it short run. The Driver gave me a hoot on the horn and a thumbs up as he passed.
31289 cold start at Rushden transport museum 28/12/14.
Rushden Arm Forces Day
via YouTube Capture
Rushden Transport Museum '1940's Weekend' 21.10.2017
An event I've been wanting to visit for some years but I have always been elsewhere when this event was taking place! This year I managed to visit the Rushden Transport Museum for their annual '1940's Weekend'. This event took place over the weekend of the 21st and 22nd October 2017. These scenes were filmed on the 21st October 2017.
Various 1940's era vehicles and exhibits were to be seen. Also includes a ride behind Aveling and Porter Locomotive, No. 9449 'The Blue Circle' along the full length of line from the outskirts of Higham Ferrers to Rushden Station.
Filmed in the company of Amy (AHHomeVideos).
31454 Cold Start at Okehampton 27/12/2010
31454 mega cold start at Okehampton in the snow on 27/12/2010.
31206 returns back
31206 returns back to the station after the driver picks up a cuppa from the Buffet. 29-10-11
Rushden Transport Museum 28.06.2009
Second weekend of running at the Rushden Transport Museum on the 28th June 2009.
Featured are the society owned 0-4-0 Barclay No. 2168 'Edmundsons' on a demonstration freight and Class 31 Diesal No. 31206 on push-pull duty. They are both seen in action on the 0.25 mile stretch of line.
HD Train Driving Experience on Class 31 31206 Diesel, Rushden Transport Museum, 19th October 2016
On the 19th October 2016, my brother Adam and I went to the Rushden Transport Museum in Rushden Northamptonshire/Northants and drove their Class 31 Diesel/Electric Locomotive which belongs to Dave Chambers. Big thanks to Dave, Colin Robinson and the rest of the Rushden Historical Transport Society. Also known as the Wellingborough, Rushden and Higham Railway, the plan is to extend the line up to Higham Ferrers.
In this video you can see my following Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends engines…
• Hornby James
• Bachmann Toby
• Hornby Flying Scotsman (Thomas version)
• Bachmann Emily
• Hornby Murdoch
• Hornby Spencer
• Take N Play Timothy
• Bachmann Mavis
• Hornby James’ Composite and Brake Coach.
• Hornby Oil tanker
• Hornby Tar Wagon/Tanker
• Hornby Sodor Fuel tanker
• Bachmann Emily’s Brake Coach
• Hornby Ice Cream Van x2 , Syrup tanker and Cream tanker
• Hornby Cream Utility Wagon
• Hornby Open Wagon
• Hornby Works Unit Van x2
• Hornby Spencer’s Composite and brake coach
• A Close Shave Buzz Book
• Duck Takes Charge, Random House book
You can also see my other engines in the background from screenshot of Skarloey Layout at the Kingsway Centre in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.
• Bachmann Skarloey
• Narrow Gauge Open Wagon Item No 77201
• Narrow Gauge Box Van-Blue Item No 77202
• Narrow Gauge Box Van-Red Item No 77203
• Hornby Bertie
• ERTL Terence
• ERTL Trevor
• ERTL Bulgy
• ERTL George
• ERTL Caroline
• ERTL Lorry 2
• ERTL Lorry 3
• ERTL Elizabeth
• ERTL Jack
I have been attending the Rushden Transport Museum since 2013, the videos are below.
• HD My Engine Display at Rushden Transport Museum, Model Weekend 7th & 8th September 2013
• HD My New Bachmann Mavis, Toby & Henrietta Run at Rushden Transport Museum, Model Weekend 2014
• HD Rushden Transport Museum, September 2015, Model Weekend, My Hornby Henry, D7101, D261 & more
Class 31206 Diesel Locomotive at the Rushden Transport Museum which was part of the Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers branch line. The station and some of the track bed have been saved by the Rushden Historical Transport Society in 1984.
HD No. 2168 Edmundsons Mince Pie Special Rushden, Higham and Wellingborough Railway 28/12/2017
On 28th December 2017, Andrew Barclay 0-4-0ST No 2168 Edmundsons. Built in 1940 pulling the Mince Pie Special at Rushden Transport Museum also know as Rushden Historical Transport Society R.H.T.S. This is probably the last time I'll see Edmundsons running for a while as she is undergoing an overhaul. That will take about a year, trains running from 11am to 3:30pm chance to ride on the train and get a mince pie and free hot drink!
The Rushden, Higham & Wellingborough Railway is a heritage railway operated by the Rushden Historical Transport Society in the United Kingdom.
The original aim was to re-open the majority of the ex-Midland Railway branch line from Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers, which had been closed completely in November 1969, however this is no longer the intention. As of April 2016, around 1⁄2 mile (0.8 km) stretch of the line is operated between Rushden station and Prospect Avenue. There are plans to extend the line to Higham Ferrers. I also went to Osborne's Sports and Toys there a shop that has been there since 1955 and the nearby ASDA store! I also drove the Class 31 206 Diesel here, you can see the link here HD Train Driving Experience on Class 31206 Diesel, Rushden Transport Museum, 19th October 2016. I usually run a display here with my hornby and bachman Thomas trains, in a cabinet you can see an ERTL Thomas model of Bluebell and James the red engine, on some Thomas Jigsaw building blocks puzzle cubes in one of the cabinets of a photo I took! You can also see Blue Circle who Fergus is based upon! You can also see Osborne's Sports and Toys, a toy shop open by Jim Osborne (1931-2015, aged 83) in 1955 still running today, I went there and in Rushden Asda.