Events
The Gowrie Locomotive Trust attend a variety of heritage railway events, exhibitions, and model engineering shows throughout the year. These events are a great opportunity to meet the team, learn more about the Gowrie project, and experience a piece of railway history up close.
At many events, we bring along our beautifully crafted 5-inch gauge working model of Gowrie. This miniature locomotive is fully operational and offers a fascinating insight into the engineering and design of the full-sized engine. Watching it in steam is always a highlight for visitors of all ages. We also offer a selection of merchandise, including souvenirs and memorabilia, with all proceeds going directly towards the ongoing restoration and preservation of Gowrie.
We are always keen to welcome new supporters. If you’d like to get more involved, you can sign up as a Friend of the Gowrie Locomotive Trust at our stand during events. On selected occasions, we are also able to display components from the locomotive itself, giving visitors a rare chance to see these pieces before they are fitted to the engine.
Be sure to visit us at our next event—we’re always happy to chat, answer questions, and share our passion for this new-build locomotive project.
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th May 2026 - Statfold Barn Railway
Statfold Country Park, Ashby Road, Tamworth B79 0BU
As part of the Models & Model Engineering Show, experience the best of model engineering and miniature steam — all set against a fantastic day out at Statfold Country Park, including the Narrow Gauge Railway!
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th June 2026 - North Staffs and Cheshire Traction Engine Club
Klondyke Mill, Draycott in the Clay, DE6 5GZ.
Various traction engines, sometimes visiting vintage cars. Also steam threshing and steam driven saw bench are sometimes in evidence. Please be aware that the ground can be soft after rain, especially in the field used as a car-park.
Friday 24th, Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July 2026 - Threlkeld Mining Museum and Railway Annual Steam Gala
Threlkeld Quarry, Threlkeld, Keswick, CA12 4TT
Fabulous Lake District scenery. A narrow gauge railway takes rides up into an old granite quarry. Visiting steam locomotives will be in evidence. This is the home of the Vintage Excavator Trust
Our events stand promoting the project at Threlkeld Quarry Railway
Talks and Presentations
The Trust can give fascinating and engaging presentations to interested groups, societies, and organisations, sharing the story of our work in bringing Gowrie back to life. These talks cover a wide range of topics, including the history and inspiration behind the original engine, the detailed design and engineering of the new-build locomotive, and the progress we have made so far on this ambitious and exciting project.
Each presentation is tailored to the audience, whether you are railway enthusiasts, model engineers or simply curious about steam locomotives.. We aim to bring the story of the new build to life through photographs, drawings, technical insight, and personal experiences from those involved in the build.
We can promise you a most interesting and entertaining occasion, filled with insight into both historical railway heritage and modern engineering craftsmanship. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the challenges, achievements, and passion driving the project forward, as well as to ask questions and engage directly with the team.
If your group would be interested in hosting a presentation, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch with us at gowrielocomotivetrust@gmail.com to discuss availability and arrangements.
We look forward to sharing the story of Gowrie with you.