Graham explains how it all works1743 viewsto some of the visitors in the Diesel Exhibition area. Midsummer Mingle 2008
Information board that accompanies the replica engine1743 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.
Midsummer Mingle 20071740 viewsBusy preparing for the gang to arrive
feeling rightly "chuffed" when Crossley Portable run for first time in public1737 viewsFor more information about the Crossley Portable see article on News page of website
MBE in one hand, engine in the other1735 viewsNever happier!
Planting the oak tree - the oldest tree in Poynton1734 viewsTree Planting Ceremony 18th September 2008
Model of Poynton c1900 (scale 75" to mile)1732 viewsShowing one of the pits in the area
Young Jack admires the 3hp Crossley1729 viewsand explains how it works to Dave
A frame steam engine - make unknown1729 viewshas now been put on display in the Steam section of the museum. It is not currently running but plans are to have it in steam soon
Institute of Road Transport Engineers1723 viewsbelieved to be the only surviving piston of this type
1000 Engine Rally 20071721 viewsGeoff on right and Arthur Griffin on left receiving their cheques from the FCVMO committee on Saturday 23rd June 2007
Taking photo of the Doxford dial board1720 viewsHilda Warburton (daughter of Percy Jackson) died recently and in her memory members of the family came to present a cheque to the museum.