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PROGRAMME 2020
Monday 6th April 2020 – Now Cancelled Steve Armitage, another new presenter for a Derby evening brings a unique
collection of digital restored photographs .looking at a images from the Victorian era to the end of BR steam with a special look at the Midland lines in the Peak area.
Monday 12th October 2020 – “Steam in the Wild West”, Robert Falconer (Chesterfield).
Robert recalls his trip to North America visiting amongst others the” Durango & Silverton “and “Cunbres & Toltec” heritage railways.
Monday 14th December 2020 – Film Night , a selection of railway films plus festive goodies.
PROGRAMME 2021
Monday 8th February 2021 – “A journey from Dore to Totley in steam days”, Ted Hancock (Sheffield)
In 2019 Ted launched his long awaited “Hope Valley Line ” book , Ted will share with us the wealth of detail he collected to write this first class book.
Monday 12th April 2021 – “A Drivers Tale”, Martin Bromley (Nottingham).
Visiting a Derby meeting again Martin remembers his days working for Rail companies in the Midland area over 40 years service .
The Derby Branch meets at the Alexander Hotel in Derby starting at 8pm there is no charge for attendance but we welcome donations.
Further information on the Social Evenings and other Branch activities can be obtained from Nigel Carabine on 01629 823581or 07811039598
The main functions of the Derby Branch are to support the Peak Railway Association by raising funds, volunteering to support the Peak Rail operations and helping to publicising the Railway.
We have a keen but small Committee so would welcome an approach from anybody with a small amount of time to spare to help us fulfil our objectives and possibly expand our activities.
