The North of England branch of the PSPS was founded in 1981 by Helen Strachan, who became its first Secretary and remained in that role for some twelve years. At a later stage, due to the spreading membership, it was renamed the North of England & North Wales branch.
The branch has around 225 members, within an area from Berwick-upon-Tweed in the North, down as far as Leicester and the Midlands, coast-to-coast in between, and including Anglesey and the Isle of Man.
The branch usually holds three meetings during the winter months, consisting of talks, film shows and slide presentations by a variety of speakers, generally on Saturday afternoons. Meetings on the East side of the Pennines are normally held at the National Railway Museum in York; on the West side, recent locations have included Liverpool, Stockport, Manchester and Bury. Wherever possible, we hold our meetings at museums or other locations potentially of interest to the vintage transport enthusiast.
Join the PSPS today and enjoy the many benefits of the Society by clicking here. If you have any questions about the North of England & North Wales Branch please feel free to contact the Branch Secretary below.
- Branch Secretary: Helen Strachan, 38 Bogs Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4EB
- Contact the North of England & North Wales Branch Secretary
Latest News
PSPS to Support Maid of the Loch’s Return to Steam
PSPS pledges £50,000 to Maid of the Loch to help return the Paddle Steamer to service on Loch Lomond.
PS Waverley & Dunkirk – In the Words of Captain John E Cameron D.S.C.
An interview with Waverley's first Master, Captain John E Cameron D.S.C., where he describes the sinking of the 1899 Waverley at Dunkirk in May 1940.
Kingswear Castle’s 2018 Timetable
The Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company has just published its Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle timetable for 2018.
Waverley’s Ambitious 1978 Southern Venture
2018 marks 40 years since Waverley's first visit to the South Coast and Thames in 1978.
New Look Paddle Wheels Magazine Published
The new look Paddle Wheels magazine has now been published. Complimentary copies are now available.
Balmoral News
It has been announced that MV Balmoral will not be operating in 2018.
National AGM Minutes published
The Draft Minutes of the 30th Annual General Meeting have been published on this web site.
PSPS Council Changes
PSPS National Secretary John Anderson stood down on 25 November 2017 after nearly 40 years in the role.
Paul Semple – Meet the New Chairman
Paul Semple has been appointed as PSPS National Chairman.
New Waverley Excursions Chairman Announced
Vic Emery OBE has been appointed as Chairman of Waverley Excursions Ltd.
2017 AGM – Saturday 18th November
The PSPS AGM is on Saturday 18th November in Cardiff. Following the AGM John Megoran will give a presentation marking 50 years since Kingswear Castle was purchased by the Society.
National Newsletter Published
National Newsletter published to all members.
Step Aboard and Join the PSPS Today
Join the PSPS today and help to preserve Paddle Steamers Waverley & Kingswear Castle.
Waverley Heads South
Waverley heads south after receiving repairs to her bow.
CRSC On the Spot – Iain Dewar
Iain Dewar, Chairman of the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society, is the subject of a Clyde River Steamer Club 'On the Spot’ feature.
Forthcoming Events
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NationalWaverley – First Sailing of 2018Glasgow, Greenock, Largs & DunoonPS Waverley's first sailing of the 2018 season. Departing from Glasgow to Loch Long via Greenock, Largs and Dunoon.
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NationalKingswear Castle – First Sailing of 2018Dartmouth EmbankmentDartmouthPS Kingswear Castle's first sailings of the 2018 season.
