MIDSUMMER MODELS 1:24 BURRELL SPECIAL SCENICS
These models are highly detailed and perfect replicas of the full-size engines. If you can't afford the real thing these models are a good substitute.
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I have a few of these available for sale due to lack of space - contact me on the contact page if interested.
Midsummer Models - 1:24 - Earl Beatty Burrell Special Scenic
Supplied to Anderton & Rowland, the well-known West Country showmen, on 13th May 1921 at a cost of £3500. The engine was givena Plymouth registration and named by the firm's manager of the day, Mr.George De Vey Snr, as Earl Beatty. This was possibly to pair with the firms other showmans engine which carried a name with nautical connections, Lord Nelson. On completion at the Burrell works in Thetford the engine was steamed direct to Messrs Orton & Spooner at Burton-On-Trent, Staffs and was et to test run the new Scenic Railway that the firm had just purchased.
Midsummer Models - 1:24 - General Gough Burrell Special Scenic
Built in 1921. Supplied new to Swales Bolesworth of Dagenham, Essex for travelling his ex-White Bros Gondola Switchback ride. The engine was operated by members of the Bolesworth family for many years touring the fairgrounds of the London area. Certainly in the 1940's the engine was still touring the fairs under the ownership of Tom Bolesworth and boe the legend 'British Amusements on Tour'.
Whilst under Bolesworth's ownership en route to Lea Bridge one Easter the engine suffered a broken front axle. By that time Burrells had gone out of business and Garretts, who had taken over their final orders and spares, fitted a new axle.
Whilst under Bolesworth's ownership en route to Lea Bridge one Easter the engine suffered a broken front axle. By that time Burrells had gone out of business and Garretts, who had taken over their final orders and spares, fitted a new axle.
Midsummer Models - 1:24 - Ex-Mayor Burrell Special Scenic
Burrell Showmans Engine 'Ex Mayor' new in 1925 to showman G T Tuby of Doncaster. Worked with the firm for many years before passing to preservation. This iconic engine has had many equally well known owners over the years including highly respected author Michael Lane and Sir William McAlpine. The engine is currently the jewel in the crown of the Saunders Steam Collection
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