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Burton & Ashby Number 14 - There and Back
John Woodman i believe it was in the 1980s that I first became involved with the group in Church Gresley working on restoring the lower...

John Woodman
Oct 25, 2021


Tyne & Wear Metro Superannuated Metro Cars - and Fleetwood's Icons
John Woodman The pending upgrade and replacement of the originating Metro fleet with new equipment being built by Stadler has prompted an...

John Woodman
Oct 24, 2021


Boldness Gains Investment
John Woodman Yet a further announcement of additional capital largesse is being assigned to transport authorities of English 'City...

John Woodman
Oct 23, 2021


Tribute To Doreen Lofthouse and Family
John Woodman The death earlier this year of Doreen Lofthouse saw the town of Fleetwood lose its most stalwart supporter and benefactor. ...

John Woodman
Oct 23, 2021


Mr and Mrs Redmond Visit The Seaside
John Woodman Blackpool was treated to an overnight visit by Derek and Sarah Redmond yesterday en route north to visit relatives in...

John Woodman
Oct 22, 2021


Built In Blackpool For Egyptian Commuters
John Woodman Another exotic contract came to Burlingham's Preston New Road factory during the 1930s. This involved delivery of a batch...

John Woodman
Oct 21, 2021
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