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For the September club meeting we have “A Guide to Coach Painting and Vehicle Lining, Gerald Whittaker’s Way” Gerald will be showing us how he was taught and the own methods he has developed. Join us at the Angel, Woolhampton … Continue reading →

The funeral of TVTEC member Jim Lawrence will take place at 12.00 noon at Guildford Crematorium on Thursday 8th August 2024, and afterwards at The Princess Royal Hotel Runfold.

A reminder to all club members there will be no August meeting – details of our Autumn and Winter club meetings will be published soon – watch this space!

For our July meeting we will be having our club models night at Fred Cooper’s yard. 35 Henwick Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 3BN We will be holding a raffle. See you there from 6.00pm on Monday 8th July.

For the June meeting the TVTEC traditionally has an external visit. This year we will be going to the late Derek Marder’s yard. Some of the resident engines will be off on their travels for the rally season, but there … Continue reading →

Don’t forget the May club meeting tomorrow when we have Stephen Smith, from the Fairground Society coming to talk to us about Edwardian Fairgrounds. Look forward to seeing you at the Angel, Woolhampton from 19.30pm. Non members are welcome with … Continue reading →

For the May club meeting on Monday 13th May we have Stephen Smith, from the Fairground Society coming to talk to us about Edwardian Fairgrounds. More information to follow. Look forward to seeing you at the Angel, Woolhampton from 19.30pm. … Continue reading →

Don’t forget our April meeting on Monday 8th April. This promises to be a great evening with Michael and Robert Pumfrey talking about their family steam business. “One Hundred Gold Sovereigns” tells the story of the gamble made by Emily … Continue reading →

As decided at our March AGM the Thames Valley Traction Engine Club is investing in some excellent speakers and talks to improve the quality of our meetings. We are pleased to announce for the April meeting we will be having … Continue reading →

Our annual AGM will be held at 8.00pm on Monday 11th March at the Angel Inn Woolhampton. As part of the AGM the future of the Thames Valley Traction Engine Club will be discussed. A number of changes are being … Continue reading →