National 25hp gas engine serial no. 176593414 views
Left a bit3409 viewsGeoff Baker helps the crane driver position the flywheel during its unloading
close up of cam shaft3392 views
Geoff welcomes invited crowd before 1st ever public running3388 viewsLargest Steam Engine in Cheshire
Sketch in more detail3380 viewsThe museum makes an ideal venue for photographers, painters and sketchers to practice their skills
Mirrlees, Bickerton & Day 50hp Diesel Engine3379 viewsIt had been situated in the thermodynamics laboratory at the Liverpool John Moores University. It was used to demonstrate simple testing techniques. It suffered a catastrophic failure in 1998 resulting in extensive damage including the cylinder liner and piston/con-rod assembly.
platform fitted to allow closer inspection of engine3361 views
Beam engine running3355 views
Geoff Baker double checks everything is ready3331 views1st public running of Largest Steam Engine in Cheshire
A-frame steam engine3328 views
Close up of the 1bhp engine showing makers plate3323 viewsThis engine is in lovely condition as can be seen in this close up view
view of the flywheel on the Stott mill engine3316 viewsthis engine has been lovingly restored by our volunteers and will be run "in steam" in September 2011