Model Corlis Engine video
Super video showing the Corlis Engine running. The model has been built by Kevan Shaw.
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Bits and Pieces Night and the Farr Trophy
On 26th November we held the annual Bits and Pieces night where members are invited to bring in a project that they have been working on, to put on display for others to view. Also after viewing the engineering items on display, members vote on which item shows excellent engineering skills and the winner is Read more about Bits and Pieces Night and the Farr Trophy[…]
Halloween Track Day
A few photos from the Halloween Track Day on the 27th October
Workshop Activity
It is great to see both the model engineering workshop and the main workshop now showing a hive of activity and well used by the members. The building is a great benefit to members who do not have their own workshops. Here are a few photos which were taken recently. A variety of both individual Read more about Workshop Activity[…]
August Public Open Weekend
Just a few photos from the successful open weekend held on the 3rd and 4th August 2024
9th June Public Open day
Another very successful day on Sunday 9th June. Luckily the weather was good with lots of sun and the event was well supported by the public. Cars started to arrive at 10.15 am and trains were ready to run at 10.30am. Both car parks quickly filled up and we were full up at 11.45am. We Read more about 9th June Public Open day[…]
The Camera Wheel
One day away back in January 2024, ESME received and inquiry via the website from Andy Coulson and he wondered if we could possibly help by making a new brass control knob to replace one that was missing from his classic plate camera. The camera was still fully Read more about The Camera Wheel[…]
5th May Public Open Day
The first public open day this year was once again very popular with the general public. Although trains were due to start at 10.30am, cars started to arrive just after 10am. The weather was dull but dry and brightened up in the later afternoon. There was a steady flow of passengers all day and both Read more about 5th May Public Open Day[…]
Institute of Mechanical Engineers Railway Challenge
Continuing our interest in working with other groups who have model engineering related projects, we have a story to relay of an example of this. ESME was approached last year by Finn Thompson, a student from Herriot Watt University, who was putting together a team of students to enter the Institute of Mechanical Engineers Railway Read more about Institute of Mechanical Engineers Railway Challenge[…]
BBC 2 Touring Toolsheds
Our ESME member Roger Speirs was on this programme. Read the story below to find out more. “Roger on the TV” Andrew reports – When I received a call from a BBC Production team looking for an “Expert” to take part in making a programme about a couple in Read more about BBC 2 Touring Toolsheds[…]
