The Havering Transport Circle

The South West Essex Branch is run by Geoff Hutton (Chairman), and meet every month in Upminster.

Latest Update

The BBQ Summer was in full swing when we had our June meeting, but a gratifyingly large number of members turned out to hear Paul Russenberger talk about the work of the Rail Accident Investigation Branch. After outlining the history and structure of the function, Paul looked a few real cases studies, both minor and major, including the fairly recent derailment at Grayrigg.

This was an interesting look behind the scenes of railway operation, and what made the evening even more memorable was that we were able to celebrate branch stalwart Charlie French’s 90th birthday.

Many thanks to Mrs. Terry for the cake and also to Charlie also providing some refreshments – a great way to end the first half of 2010.

 

Programme 2010

28th July - 38 Years on the Railways in North London & Herts, By David Cockle
25th August - Working with Enginemen (LT&S and ER), By Rob Poole
29th September - Curiosities & Survivors, By Rob Poole
27th October - Indian Steam Revisited, By Peter Brandham
24th November - AGM followed by Epping & Ongar Railway, By Simon Hanney
8th December - Railways of Ireland & The Outer Hebrides, By David Soggee

 
New Visitors/Members always welcome

Meeting Place and Details

Meetings are held in:

New Windmill Hall,
St Mary's Lane,
Upminster

Meetings begin at 20:00

Contacts

Geoff Hutton (Chairman)
96 Haynes Road
Hornchurch
RM11 2HU
01708 444226
geoffmag@geoffhutton.plus.com

John Rayment
12 Wisdoms Green
Coggeshall
CO6 2SG
01376 561778
john@rayment.freeserve.co.uk