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 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.
Latest News
14th September 2020Waverley Returns to Glasgow
On Wednesday 9th September Waverley sailed from Brodick back to Glasgow Science Centre for her winter lay-up.
4th September 2020Waverley Major Incident at Brodick
On Thursday 3rd September 2020 Waverley's bow made heavy contact with Brodick Pier resulting in 17 passengers being injured.
2nd September 2020Waverley’s Season Extended until 12th September
Waverley's short season of cruises on the Clyde has been extended and she will now operate until Saturday 12th September 2020.
23rd August 2020Waverley’s First Cruise in 2020
Waverley was able to undertake her first cruise since October 2018 on Saturday 22 August 2020. This took her from Glasgow to Loch Long and Loch Goil, calling at Blairmore.
18th August 2020Waverley 2020 Sailing Programme Announced
Waverley Excursions have announced a two week programme of sailings on the Clyde, from Friday 21st August until Sunday 6th September 2020.
14th August 2020Waverley Paddles Again!
Waverley moves under her own power for the first time since her boiler refit.
7th August 2020Waverley Moves to Greenock Custom House Quay
Waverley has moved from her berth in James Watt Dock to Greenock Custom House Quay.
13th July 2020Take a Trip on Kingswear Castle
Kingswear Castle is now running harbour cruises from Dartmouth every day except Fridays at 12 noon, 1.30pm & 3pm.
7th July 2020News Update KC 6th July 2020
Kingswear Castle returned to service Monday 6th July 2020 running harbour cruises from Dartmouth.
Forthcoming Events
Oct 24Saturday
PSPS Annual General Meeting 2020On-lineDue to the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic the thirty-third Annual General Meeting of the PSPS will be held on-line. The formal notice, agenda and further details will appear in the Autumn edition of 'Paddle Wheels'.