17/03/2023
We will not be open on Mother's Day (19th March) due to building maintenance and pathworks.
We open from 1st April, 7 days a week, 11:00 - 16:30
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Visit the Museum of Scottish Railways, Scotland’s largest railway museum! February - Open 11th - 19th Feb 11am-3.30pm
1st April - 29th October - OPEN 7 days a week, 11am - 4.30pm (last admission 4pm)
Get hands on and discover railway history through fun interactive displays. Climb on board our vintage Glasgow Subway car and feel the past surround you. Become a signalman and pull the levers on th
e authentic signal lever frame and challenge your friends to work out how to operate the points. Get an insight into life aboard a travelling Post Office Coach by sorting the letters yourself and don’t miss the famous video of the Night Mail. Admission Prices:
Adult £7
Child (under 5) Free
Child (5-15 years) £2
Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) £15
Annual passes available
Operating as usual
10/03/2023
It has arrived!
09/03/2023
Class 91 91131 has been acquired by the Museum and will become part of our nationally Recognised Collection.
The loco was donated by Eversholt Rail and is designated by the Railway Heritage Designation Advisory Board.
91131 will be the first Class 91 in preservation and will be on display in the Museum from April.
08/03/2023
Women have long played a role on Scotland's railways.
Here are a few photographs showing women working on Scottish railways.
01/03/2023
On Monday we collected a large photographic collection from a prominent Scottish railway photographer.
20,282 negatives
20,282 photographs
72 small trays of slides
Next job is to catalogue the collection!
23/02/2023
When the collection tells you how you are feeling and then predicts the future.
We are sure the objects know when we aren't running around.
21/02/2023
Our next Storytelling Session takes place on Weds at 10am.
FREE (booking required)
To book email [email protected]
20/02/2023
18/02/2023
Looking for something to do at the weekend?
Come along and explore our fantastic collection.
Even better KIDS GO FREE!
17/02/2023
Its that time...
These little guys are Tiny Tags and they collect environmental data such as humidity and temperature. This information helps us to care for the collection.
16/02/2023
We have put together Sensory Backpacks which can be collected from the Museum desk.
Available from April
14/02/2023
Happy !
An ordinary signal box instruction notice that hides a passionate love letter on the reverse.
"My Dear Darling "J"
I so much wish you were home
I need so much what only you can give me when your with me my
Desire Is fulfilled, my love when I
read your letters my hart fills with
love for you, I can see you Standing
Before me with one of your love-filling
Smiles I love you So dearly my
Darling I don't no how I am going
to fill this week in for without your
love Im just a Shadow so
my darling hurry home and make
me live again Ill Be waiting
as you like and love me I Im
all yours forever and ever goodnight
my Sweet and remember toot toot
I love only you forever
Josh
Grange North signal box, Moray
13/02/2023
We are OPEN all week!
Even better KIDS GO FREE during February Half Term
10/02/2023
Looking for something to do this weekend or during the Half Term
KIDS GO FREE in the museum during February Half Term!
09/02/2023
Our next Storytelling Session is Weds 22nd Feb at 10-11am.
Come along for a railway themed story and take part in fun interactive storytelling.
FREE (booking required)
To book email [email protected]
08/02/2023
KIDS GO FREE in the Museum & on the during February Half Term!
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07/02/2023
National Mining Museum Scotland- Lady Victoria Locomotive
In 2021 AOC Archaeology was comissioned to undertake a detailed 3D survey of Lady Victoria, to create an accurate record for preservation purposes.
Using a combination of laser scanning and photogrammetry, AOC collected millions of points and created a digital replica of the machine.
Lady Victoria is part of the Museum of Scottish Railways collection and is on loan to National Mining Museum Scotland.
This is "National Mining Museum Scotland- Lady Victoria Locomotive" by AOC Archaeology on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love…
25/01/2023
For Burns Night, we thought we would share this 2010 ScotRail poster of an extract of Robert Burns 'To A Mouse'.
24/01/2023
Tomorrow 10-11am we have our first Storytelling Session of 2023
Come and join us for a railway themed story.
A great opportunity for toddlers to get involved with some fun interactive storytelling
FREE (booking required)
To book email [email protected]
23/01/2023
Before Christmas this wonderful nameplate turned up in our office. It has now been accessioned and forms part of our Recognised collection.
20/01/2023
If anyone requires the Curatorial team, they will be undertaking important work building this Class 49C 'Dovregubben' locomotive.
Thank you to the Norwegian Railway Museum for the lovely gift.
19/01/2023
We’re hiring! 👉 Full details: https://bkrailway.co.uk/news
Steaming Ahead Training Co-ordinator
Job Specification
Contract: Until November 2024
Salary: £25,000. Pro-rata for 21 hours £15,000
Hours: 21 per week worked flexibly, by agreement, to suit the requirements of the job.
To Apply:
Applicants should send a recent CV and covering letter showing experience and skills relevant to this opportunity. Applications to be sent c/o Becky Peacock – [email protected]
Deadline for applications: Monday 6th February 2023 by 17.00hrs.
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18/01/2023
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The SRPS Youth Group have been nominated to be part of Asda’s charity, Asda Foundation Green Token Giving online vote.
Voting closes at midnight on 30th April 2023.
The group with the most online votes will receive a £500 donation with second place receiving £400 and third place £300.
You can vote by visiting www.asda.com/green-tokens and selecting Grangemouth from the drop-down box.
29/10/2022
The weather is getting colder, so we decided to get out our cream ceramic London and North Eastern Railway foot warmer.
Stamped "L.N.E.R" and "DOULTONS IMPROVED FOOT WARMER / LAMBETH POTTERY / LONDON" on both sides.
28/10/2022
We have been busy decorating for the weekend.
Will you be visiting the museum at the weekend?
- Ghost hunt
- Gnome Trail
27/10/2022
See a hat, try on the hat
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26/10/2022
Our next Relaxed Opening is Saturday 29th October 11:00 - 12:00
Come along and take part in our Gnome Trail or find the hidden ghosts in the museum.
All activities are Free
25/10/2022
Did you watch Inside Central Station last night?
Jackie and Paul visited the museum to discuss the potential loan of a steam locomotive for the Victorian platform.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001dl4f/inside-central-station-series-4-episode-6
24/10/2022
Inside Central Station - Series 4: Episode 5
We know what we are watching this evening!
Will you be watching the next episode of Inside Central Station?
Work begins on clearing the Victorian Platform, and veterans are honoured in the station.
24/10/2022
Our next Storytelling Session takes place on Wednesday 26th October at 10am
Join us for another railway themed story and interactive session.
Session is FREE
To book your place email [email protected]
19/10/2022
Can you find all the Gnome's hidden in the museum?
Pick up your sheet from Reception and take part in our Gnome Trail.
Remember to pick up your certificate and sweet treat once you are finished.
The trail is free
18/10/2022
18/10/2022
Pop into the museum today for some spooky themed activities.
The Gnome Trail is on too so remember to pick up your sheet from reception
All activities are free
17/10/2022
Inside Central Station - Series 4: Episode 1
Have you been watching Inside Central Station?
Our volunteer Jim Summers makes an appearance talking about his time on the railway.
The Central team adapt as the low level closes for a £32 million engineering project.
17/10/2022
17/10/2022
Come along tomorrow during your visit to the museum for some spooky themed activities 👻🎃🕸️🕷️
12-2 drop in session, no extra charge!
14/10/2022
Take part in our Gnome Trail!
Can you help us find all the Gnomes hidden in the museum?
Collect your sheet from Reception and remember to pick up your sweet treat for taking part.
The trail is on until 30th October
13/10/2022
Circa 2010 ScotRail poster of an extract of Robert Burns 'To A Mouse'
12/10/2022
11/10/2022
Ballochmyle Viaduct has a central arch span measuring 185 feet, at construction it was the largest masonry arch in the world.
It is still the highest bridge on the British network!
It featured in the 1996 film Mission Impossible, where Tom Cruise clings to the roof of a TGV.
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| Saturday | 11am - 4:30pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 4:30pm |
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Steam trains today! Our green timetable applies today with trains at 10.45, 12.15 and 14.15hrs. You can book your tickets online or buy from the Booking Office when you arrive.
Museum of Scottish Railways, Souvenir Shop and Station Buffet all open too.
We look forward to welcoming you today!
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Museum of Scottish Railways, Souvenir Shop and Station Buffet all open too.
We look forward to welcoming you today!
^JS
at the battlefield line... what a bootiful locomotive...thanks for letter her come....
The weekend is approaching which means more steam trains! Why not pre book your tickets in advance: bkrailway.co.uk
Our Museum of Scottish Railways, Station Buffet, Souvenir Shop and Model Railway will all be open too.
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Our Museum of Scottish Railways, Station Buffet, Souvenir Shop and Model Railway will all be open too.
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We’re hiring! Come and join our team! The Scottish Railway Preservation Society, operators of B&KR, have an exciting position for a Part-Time Accounts Assistant. Full details and how you can apply: https://www.bkrailway.co.uk/were-hiring-part-time-accounts-assistant/
Closing date is Friday 22nd April 2022.
Share with your friends and family!
Bo'ness Community Council
The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness
Visit Falkirk
SRPS Steam Group
Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group
Museum of Scottish Railways
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Closing date is Friday 22nd April 2022.
Share with your friends and family!
Bo'ness Community Council
The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness
Visit Falkirk
SRPS Steam Group
Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group
Museum of Scottish Railways
^JS
Join us at B&KR this week for on Tuesday and Wednesday. You can pre book your tickets: bkrailway.co.uk
Museum of Scottish Railways, Station Buffet and Souvenir Shop all open too.
NEW FOR 2022: Travel First Class! You can book a First Class Compartment for you and your group.
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Museum of Scottish Railways, Station Buffet and Souvenir Shop all open too.
NEW FOR 2022: Travel First Class! You can book a First Class Compartment for you and your group.
^JS
G'day from Australia,
I was very fortunate to purchase this keywind North British Railways pocket watch a few years ago.
It was retailed / manufactured by James Ballantyne & Son, of 52 Virginia st, Glasgow.
I have no idea how old the watch is, but presume it maybe before 1900.
I would appreciate any information re the watch.
Cheers from DOWNUNDER, Mike.
P.S. Also of interest to followers of Scottish Railway history is currently happening here in New South Wales, Australia.
In the early 1950's the Victorian Railways ordered about 70, 4-6-4 tender locos from the North British locomotive works in Glasgow.
They were all built to run on the Victorian broad gauge system which is 5ft 3 inches.
6 and a half inches wider than the normal "standard gauge".
The locos were built with the ability to have their gauge converted to standard gauge if the various Australian states ever got their act together.
As diesel technology was only a year or two away when these locos entered service none were ever converted,,,,,,,,until NOW !
Over the last 2 decades R766 has undergone the gauge conversion and after passing all the relevant trials required to operate on the NSW standard gauge system, has commenced running tour trains.
Certainly a Great effort by a band of dedicated enthusiasts.
If you are interested, footage can be seen on Youtube or followed through the R766 Update group here on Facebook.
Cheers.
I was very fortunate to purchase this keywind North British Railways pocket watch a few years ago.
It was retailed / manufactured by James Ballantyne & Son, of 52 Virginia st, Glasgow.
I have no idea how old the watch is, but presume it maybe before 1900.
I would appreciate any information re the watch.
Cheers from DOWNUNDER, Mike.
P.S. Also of interest to followers of Scottish Railway history is currently happening here in New South Wales, Australia.
In the early 1950's the Victorian Railways ordered about 70, 4-6-4 tender locos from the North British locomotive works in Glasgow.
They were all built to run on the Victorian broad gauge system which is 5ft 3 inches.
6 and a half inches wider than the normal "standard gauge".
The locos were built with the ability to have their gauge converted to standard gauge if the various Australian states ever got their act together.
As diesel technology was only a year or two away when these locos entered service none were ever converted,,,,,,,,until NOW !
Over the last 2 decades R766 has undergone the gauge conversion and after passing all the relevant trials required to operate on the NSW standard gauge system, has commenced running tour trains.
Certainly a Great effort by a band of dedicated enthusiasts.
If you are interested, footage can be seen on Youtube or followed through the R766 Update group here on Facebook.
Cheers.
Spring into step at B&KR this weekend as our 2022 season begins! Book your tickets for travel this weekend: bkrailway.co.uk
Choose from First Class Compartments, Standard Class Compartments or Standard Open carriages.
Don’t forget to visit our Museum of Scottish Railways, Model Railway, Station Buffet and Souvenir Shop, too!
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Choose from First Class Compartments, Standard Class Compartments or Standard Open carriages.
Don’t forget to visit our Museum of Scottish Railways, Model Railway, Station Buffet and Souvenir Shop, too!
^JS
NEW for 2022: refreshments are now available in our Museum of Scottish Railways!
Open this weekend from 11.00hrs. Book your tickets: bkrailway.co.uk
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Open this weekend from 11.00hrs. Book your tickets: bkrailway.co.uk
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Our Museum of Scottish Railways reopens this weekend! Book your tickets: bkrailway.co.uk
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to the 1920 when a series of posters was created to show how important railways were: https://buff.ly/3uLHm2W Methil also famous for the song "Sunny Methil By The Sea" 🏖️ From the Nationally Significant collection at Museum of Scottish Railways
Purchase your copy of the SRPS 2022 calendar TODAY: https://shop.srps.org.uk/index.php/product/srps-2022-calendar/
Our calendar features 12 evocative images that showcase the activities of the Scottish Railway Preservation Society, which celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in 2021. During that time the Society has amassed Scotland’s largest railway collection, the importance and popularity of which is reflected by both the number of visitors to the Society’s showcases; B&KR, Museum of Scottish Railways and by the continuing success of the Society’s railtours.
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Our calendar features 12 evocative images that showcase the activities of the Scottish Railway Preservation Society, which celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in 2021. During that time the Society has amassed Scotland’s largest railway collection, the importance and popularity of which is reflected by both the number of visitors to the Society’s showcases; B&KR, Museum of Scottish Railways and by the continuing success of the Society’s railtours.
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Our SRPS 2022 calendar is now available to buy online. The calendar is only £10.00, including UK postage and packaging - a great way to support the SRPS. A superb stocking filler for a present perhaps? Buy your copy here: https://shop.srps.org.uk/index.php/product/srps-2022-calendar/
SRPS Steam Group Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group Museum of Scottish Railways Bo'ness Gauge O Group Bo'ness Community Council The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness Visit Falkirk
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SRPS Steam Group Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group Museum of Scottish Railways Bo'ness Gauge O Group Bo'ness Community Council The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness Visit Falkirk
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Many of our visitors (and volunteers) have missed the Museum of Scottish Railways which has been closed during the 2021 season due to the construction elements of our project.
We're delighted to be able to share some first look images of our new engineering facility, museum entrance and footpaths. We're incredibly grateful to our funders, including National Lottery Heritage Fund and Museums Galleries Scotland and look forward to welcoming you back to our full site in 2022.
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We're delighted to be able to share some first look images of our new engineering facility, museum entrance and footpaths. We're incredibly grateful to our funders, including National Lottery Heritage Fund and Museums Galleries Scotland and look forward to welcoming you back to our full site in 2022.
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Dübs & Co. was a locomotive works in Glasgow, Scotland, founded by Henry Dübs in 1863: https://buff.ly/3fbwh3P From the Nationally Significant collection at Museum of Scottish Railways at Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
We're having an online conference on 'Women in Wartime' on May 20th and 21st. Tickets available now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/148423724355
This video provides a closer look at one of the talks - on women railway workers in the North East of England during World War One.
Women's History Network Women's History Women of History Women's History Scotland Heritage Railway Magazine Railway Enthusiasts National Railway Museum Museum of Scottish Railways The Common Room of the Great North Woodhorn Museum Beamish Museum
This video provides a closer look at one of the talks - on women railway workers in the North East of England during World War One.
Women's History Network Women's History Women of History Women's History Scotland Heritage Railway Magazine Railway Enthusiasts National Railway Museum Museum of Scottish Railways The Common Room of the Great North Woodhorn Museum Beamish Museum
This month, we are getting our trains and ready for reopening B&KR. Test trains will be operating between Bo'ness and Manuel.
Do NOT trespass on the railway tracks. Stay safe and use official railway crossings.
You can read more here: https://t.co/sTN9GE8DVF
SRPS Steam Group
Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group
Museum of Scottish Railways
Bo'ness Community Council
The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness
Visit Falkirk
Bo'ness Gauge O Group
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Do NOT trespass on the railway tracks. Stay safe and use official railway crossings.
You can read more here: https://t.co/sTN9GE8DVF
SRPS Steam Group
Bo'ness TMD-Home of The SRPS Diesel Group
Museum of Scottish Railways
Bo'ness Community Council
The Friends of Kinneil - Bo'ness
Visit Falkirk
Bo'ness Gauge O Group
^JS