Toy Steam: Top 5 books for Mamod steam enthusiasts
As with any hobby, the world of toy steam can be a difficult one to break into. With so many types and varieties of models, it’s difficult knowing where to…
Read more...Looking to find out more about the preservation movement, traction engines, historic vehicles or our heritage?
The Berrybrook Blog visits a range of topics to interest all readers! Take a look through our Blog below and by all means contact us if you have any questions about any of the topics discussed.
As with any hobby, the world of toy steam can be a difficult one to break into. With so many types and varieties of models, it’s difficult knowing where to…
Read more...Even to a complete novice to the hobby, most people know that steam engines involve steam under pressure. From the explosive scenes in popular film ‘The Iron Maiden’ (hopefully I…
Read more...The breadth of the Berrybrook Archive is one which we take pride in. From a wide-ranging stack of motoring literature, to a vast array of 1980s brochures, the collection is…
Read more...No blog focussing on traction engines would ever be truly complete without mention of the ‘Father of the Traction Engine’, Mr Thomas Aveling… Meet, Thomas Aveling Born on 11th September…
Read more...Ever since the late nineteenth century, children have been enthralled by the capacity of steam to power engines and boats in toy form, not to mention the world of accessories…
Read more...For this week’s blogpost, the second in a spotlight series of traction engine posts from our archive, we consider the importance of traction engine photographs as part of the preservation…
Read more...Following several decades of motoring, trading, and rallying in the southwest of England, an assembly of all things steam and motor related has established into an archive of industrial heritage…
Read more...As part of our blog, we will be focusing on some of the key maintenance points engine owners quickly become accustomed to, but which need to be taught to newcomers…
Read more...With the beginning of the preservation movement in the 1960s, the attraction to traction engines became one marked by a nostalgia for days gone-by. At Berrybrook Steam & Classics, we…
Read more...To see the full range of Mamod Steam Engines and parts on offer, please visit our online shop. Recommended for use under adult supervision. Running of a Mamod steam engine…
Read more...We specialise in the sale of steam engines and historic vehicles of all shapes and sizes!
If you are looking to sell your steam engine or historic vehicle, we make both cash offers and sell on commission. We would be more than happy to discuss the possible sale of your vehicle with you.
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Do you want to get involved in the world of steam? Are you considering buying a miniature steam engine? Are you stuck for a gift idea or are you simply looking for a good day out?
If so, we offer two different style days, tailored to suit your needs…
We offer a ‘Traction Engine Experience Day’, perfect as a gift and a fun day out learning a bit about what running a steam engine involves. We also offer a ‘Miniature Driving Lesson’ which is a half day course in the practical use of a scale traction engine.
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We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new partner website, the Milbury Model Company!
Our newest department is dedicated to supplying high-quality, brand new model and toy-sized steam engines, spares, accessories, gifts and more…
We are official stockists for Wilesco, Mamod, Jensen, Maxitrak, Oxford Diecast and more! All available from our Devon-based shop and online.
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Looking to find out more about the preservation movement, traction engines, historic vehicles or our heritage?
The Berrybrook Blog visits a range of topics to interest all readers!
We specialise in selling steam engines and historic vehicles of all shapes and sizes.
If you are looking to sell your steam engine or historic vehicle, we make both cash offers and sell on commission.
Our showrooms are open to anyone and you are more than welcome to pop in to say hello, regardless of whether a purchase is on your mind or not!
*We are occasionally open on some Saturdays by prior agreement only – please ring 01392 833301 on a normal working day to arrange a visit.
We are typically closed on Bank Holidays.
Many of our local regulars know that we host annual ‘Boiler Test Days’ every Spring. It is attended ...
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