Links
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CVR Links
These sites are affiliated to the Churnet Valley Railway.
Click here to visit the site promoted by the The Fowler 4F 44422 Fund, the site depicts the history of the locomotive and reports on its return to full running condition.
The Birmingham Railcar Workgroup is based at the Churnet Valley Railway and looks after six Class 104 Diesel Multiple Unit vehicles, two of which are operational, three in store and one under restoration. As well as news of running dates and restoration projects their web site includes an excellent section called "The Line" describing the Churnet Valley Railway.
Churnet Valley Model Railway Department
The Railway has custody of three model railway layouts - read about them here.
Churnet Valley Railway Telecomms Department
Find out how it all began in 1999, how we started from nothing and ended up with three 1950s Strowger exchanges and a considerable amount of line plant.
The Churnet Valley Railway Virtual Guide - a tour over the CVR
A very informative and comprehensive guide to the Churnet Valley Railway from it's inception to current day with significant amounts of information and pictures of the current preserved railway and its stock.
This site, managed by one of our younger volunteers, contains information regarding the North Staffordshire Railway company. There will be posts about news and events plus other interesting articles and pictures appertaining to the North Staffordshire Railway company.
Staffordshire Type 4 Limited was set up by a group of volunteers based at the CVR who wanted to join forces and purchase a class 47 locomotive to be based and operated on the line.
Other Heritage Railway Links
These links are related to the UK preservation scene.
Links
to many other heritage railways in the UK.
The Potteries Museum Art Gallery
Stoke-on-Trent Museums has recently digitised a portion of the CVR's photographic collection and this is now available by following the link. The collection will be increased as more material is made available including some unusual and rarely seen footage.
A site for all fans of the one-time "World's Most Powerful Diesel".
A 10 1/4" gauge railway on another section of the Churnet Valley Line.
The PRCLT owns BR Standard Class 4 2-6-4 Tank 80098 which
is currently on loan to the CVR (added Feb 2008)
Other Railway Related Links
A useful site containing links to site of railway interest, be it preserved lines , the modern metros , or the humble Blackpool trams .
Amehursts online gallery sells quality limited edition prints by the acclaimed artist, David Weston
An interesting site selling a wide selection of secondhand railway related book.
Self-catering accommodation in a superbly appointed MK1 railway carriage in the platform of Coalport Station.
Dave Gibson Photography (new)
David Gibson is the Churnet Valley Railway's Official Photographer and his work has been published in many National Railway Publications. He is a Staffordshire Moorlands based photographer who has successful embraced digital photography. He is especially adept at capturing volumes of steam and smoke, often to dramatic effect. David does not just produce railway images he is also an accomplished landscape photographer.
An interesting site featuring a significant number of quality photographs, many of the NSR and Churnet Valley Railway.
Forties Fotos,
digital event photography at its’ best. If you are a Forties enthusiast, who
takes pride in their authentic approach to re-
North Staffordshire Railway Study Group
A group for everyone interested in any aspect of the "Owd Knotty". This page includes some information about the original NSR and details of how to join the NSRSG.
A local artist enjoying the pleasure of painting scenes of a bygone era. The paintings depict steam locos at old railway stations and so far include Cheddleton, Oakamoor, Alton and Kingsley & Froghall.
The aim of this website is to list details of all the preserved railways that are open to the public and operate a passenger service that currently exist in the UK. This includes details of where they are situated, how to get there, etc.
Photographic railway images old and new, including early shots of preservation activities at Cheddleton.
Still Steaming– the guide to Britain's Steam Railways 2004/2005
A site for all enthusiasts of British railway signaling.
Simon's mobile miniature railway
Simon's mobile miniature railway is available for hire throughout the UK.
The only UK based web directory/search engine
dedicated to Railways and Model Railways.
A superb collection of rail related pictures by a wide selection of artists.
Steampics is a collection of photographs by Tim Cowen of preserved U.K.
Railholiday offer self catering holiday accommodation in beautifully converted railway carriages along the Cornish main line.
Willowmoor Art Workshop is a Narrow boat Art shop; The artist sells her own work to the tourists around the midlands canal networks, her favourite spot being the Churnet Valley adjacent the trains.
Local Information
Links to sites of local interest
Find hotels near the Churnet Valley Railway, check availability and book online.
A useful discussion site relating to Biddulph and surrounding area.
A fascinating look at Cheddleton in days gone by.
Churnet Valley First Responders
The Churnet Valley Community First Responders operates as an integral and essential part of Staffordshire Ambulance National Health Service Trust. It is made up of volunteers, who work to support their local community, providing a first fast response to all medical emergencies in the local area.
Consall
Hall Landscape Gardens are set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Churnet
Valley, high above Consall Forge with its canal and steam trains. A 70 Acre
haven of Beauty and Tranquillity
A site containing useful and interesting information relating to the local village of Forsbrook.
The new web site (Sept 07) of a
group who wish to preserve the local heritage for the future and have an active
input into the future development of the area which could impact on the beauty
of the Consall Valley and the surrounding area. The group actively encourage
contributions from other like minded people.
Kingsley Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary
Situated in Staffordshire's Churnet Valley on the outskirts of Kingsley, this wildlife sanctuary specialises in British birds including Owls and Birds of Prey.
A 17th century Guest House located in Cheddleton village.
Free house and restaurant 5 minutes from Kingsley and Froghall station.
For quality hand crafted ceramics. Teapots a speciality complemented by a range of pots in distinctive designs.
Bed and breakfast or self-catering accommodation at a working farm in the Churnet Valley.
The website for the town of Leek and the surrounding area.
Locally run bed and breakfast accommodation, conveniently placed for Cheddleton station
A useful website showing holiday cottage accommodation in the local area.
Peak District attractions and places to visit on your Peak District Holiday.
The Staffordshire County Council website containing useful tourist information including local attractions and places to stay.
The Churnet Valley is promoted by the The Ramblers because of it's diversity and is a haven for walkers. Click on the link for more details.
The Star Caravan & Camping Site
A
well appointed locally run site for
families and couples only. Camping, Caravanning & Motor Home
facilities as well as the modern 'Rose Award' Graded Static Caravans.
The Old School Tea Rooms at Cheddleton, offer breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas in an unusual and pleasant setting.
Waterscape.com
aims to promote waterside travel and leisure activities in the
Trade Links
Some businesses you may find of interest.
A wide selection of railway books and videos, also a search service for out of print books.
A large selection including many books ideal for the railway modeller.
Produce CD-ROMs featuring slideshows of 60s and 70s railway images.