Thursford Collection Founders Day 2010

[Sir John]

It baffles me why anyone would let someone walk round their property with a camera just so they can then come on here to moan about it. More opinions rather than moaning. As is mine, clearly stated.

At least they were saved from the scrap man in the first place. So they could sit there 50 years later and rot? At least they are still with us and not manhole covers

If it was my collection, I would read this bollocks and shut the gates and keep them shut. Hardly a wise move when its people coming through the gate who pays the bills and wages! Are the engines in this topic available for public viewing all year? I thought it was an invitation from the owner to view this particular selection of the collection, as it is off the main site. My mistake perhaps

If you want an engine, there are plenty for sale. Go buy one. You can then keep it how you see fit. Is that right? Yes there are plenty, if your looking for an Aveling Roller I can put you in touch with 4 or 5 owners currently trying to sell one.

Just an opinion. No harm intended. I only expressed mine. You don't have to agree with me - lol

[SDSPS]

Originally Posted by Sir John

Are the engines in this topic available for public viewing all year? I thought it was an invitation from the owner to view this particular selection of the collection, as it is off the main site. My mistake perhaps

Yes they are available to see all season round if you pay the extra fiver to do the behind the scenes tour when visiting

[buzzy bee]

Hi

We are in this position at work every day, stuff being donated can't be sold on unless certain criteria is met.

Cheers

Dave

[Steam Scenes]

Thanks to the kind assistance of another TT member I have identified all the engines in the yard and them on Steam Scenes. Probably the strangest collection of engine pictures you'll ever see!

Preview	Maker	Number	Type	Class	Name	Link
	Aveling & Porter	10003	Convertible Tractor	M		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	10341	Convertible Road Roller	M		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	10342	Road Roller	F		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	10345	Road Roller	B		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	10456	Road Roller	E		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	10780	Road Roller	D		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	11454	Road Roller	C		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	11822	Road Roller	D		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	12205	Road Roller	C		Pictures Here
	Aveling & Porter	14137	Road Roller	AC		Pictures Here

[UJ2225]

People have actually volunteered to restore engines at Thursford but have their offers have been refused.
I certainley know of a couple of steam men from Norfolk who have volunteered their services.

Jim s

[Mine Explorer]

I realise this might be a bit of a radical suggestion for some to comprehend, but has anyone considered the possibility that perhaps the owners don't want all of their engines restored to working order?? ...and if that's the case, then is it too much to ask for people to respect that wish??

What's wrong with a lump of machinery being left 'as is'?
It can still be 'wanted' and 'appreciated' by its owners without needing to be operational.



There are times when I can't help feeling the worlds of 'steam railways' and 'road steam' aren't too dissimilar - and when people start universally moaning/complaining/passing comment about what others should do with their engines, especially a collection of them, the two worlds can appear to merge!

[UJ2225]

Originally Posted by Mine Explorer

I realise this might be a bit of a radical suggestion for some to comprehend, but has anyone considered the possibility that perhaps the owners don't want all of their engines restored to working order?? ...and if that's the case, then is it too much to ask for people to respect that wish??

What's wrong with a lump of machinery being left 'as is'?
It can still be 'wanted' and 'appreciated' by its owners without needing to be operational.



There are times when I can't help feeling the worlds of 'steam railways' and 'road steam' aren't too dissimilar - and when people start universally moaning/complaining/passing comment about what others should do with their engines, especially a collection of them, the two worlds can appear to merge!

Absolutely right but in the case of Thursford I dont think any are in working order and those outside especially one Aveling that Steamboy refers to will soon be down its its knees as there not a lot hodling the front end on and to me does not appear to be appreciated.

Dont get me wrong, Thursford is a great place but sadly lacking the atmosphere only live steam can give.

(only my opinion)


Jim S

[weidner]

Yes Ian , too many boys , not enough toys .

[buggeroff]

well said that man.

Chris.

[Mine Explorer]

Museums don't have to feature 'working' exhibits, in fact I suspect in general most don't.

If corrosion sees the front drop off a roller - well, that's nothing but the owner's problem.

I've seen machinery that was abandoned for scrap years before many of today's road engines were even built new. Sometimes watching nature take it's path and seeing a lump of iron return from whence it came has a peaceful charm of it's own.