Anson Engine Museum

Anson Engine Museum Gallery

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Midsummer Mingle 20071768 viewsthe BBQ proved to be a popular meeting point to catch up with old friends
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Geoff welcomes Mick Clark, and Barbara Eastwood, our 1000th visitor1767 views
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the crowds love to watch the blacksmith at work1764 views
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Rod at the forge1762 viewsfor Poynton 41 club members during their recent visit
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Russell Newbery Centenary Dinner - October 20091761 viewsWatching the Gardner 4t5 coming to life
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Showing detail of the plate and name1758 viewsReplica of Diesel's engine that was built in 1897 and is considered to be the first diesel engine. It had been preceded by two experimental motors in 1882/93 and 1894. However, they did not work satisfactorily.

Replica built for MAN Truck & Bus to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Diesel's birth, 2008.
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Midsummer Mingle 20071757 viewsthe BBQ proved to be a popular meeting point to catch up with old friends
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Admiring the photos of the local Mirrlees factory1756 viewsTree Planting Ceremony 18th September 2008
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Admiring the award winning JCB Dieselmax engine1756 viewsTree Planting Ceremony 18th September 2008
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Model of Poynton c1900 (scale 75" to mile)1756 viewsJohn Simpson (one of the builders) talks through the detail with a visitor
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Saturday 19 May - many visitors enjoyed the Collieries Exhibition1755 viewsduring the Night of the Museum
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