Wednesday 20th June 2012 Report
Wednesday Report for 20th June 2012:
A fairly quiet if sunny day today at Northcliff, firstly the back door is now completely finished, painted green and fully working! We’ve had a look at some of the bad sections of track and decided that some major work needs doing on two or three places. The base of the new whistle sign has been installed near the cutting. An attempt has been made at a more effective temporary fix to the damaged point but it was unsuccessful as we discovered it requires welding and grinding, as a result of this 5″ gauge trains will be unable to pass through the centre track on the ground level station, so a label has been put in the signal box to remind the signalman and the 5″ railhead has also been marked. The signalbox has been tested. The tail marker brackets have been installed on the back of all of the trucks. And finally new member Matty Wood has been welcomed and shown round the site.
Reminder – Important Website Update
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – BULLETIN
18th October 2012
Members will have noticed from the November Committee Meeting report that the Committee has decided that the practice of notifying members by email when the Bulletin has been posted on the website has been discontinued. The Bulletin will be posted on the website on or before the last Saturday in each month, with the exception of the joint August/September issue which will be there on or before 15th August.
The Committee also decided that in view of escalating postal charges – from the 1st January 2013 it will be assumed that members who have notified the Treasurer of their email address will access their Bulletin online from the Society’s website. If any member with email facilities has not given the Treasurer their details for inclusion in the membership list, now would be a good time to do so by sending the Treasurer an email to society_treasurer@bradfordmes.uk
Paper copies of the Bulletin will only be sent to members who do not have email or by a special request to the Editor to be included on the mailing list. There are considerable advantages to the Society and to individual members, not least being the opportunity to get their Bulletin in colour.
The website will now allow members to create their own online account. Please go to Login / Register and follow the details on the screen. There will be a short delay between registering and having access to the Bulletins while your details are confirmed. If you have any technical problems or queries please email Russ Coppin at bradfordmes@outlook.com
Hints on registering your website account:
Username – can be anything you want e.g. – russcoppin
Email – bradfordmes@outlook.com
First Name – Russ
Last Name – Coppin
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Confirm Password – has to match what you just typed – test123
There is a password strength indicator but you can still click Register using a short or weak password if you wish.
Lyn Barraclough
We have heard the sad news from John Barraclough that his wife, Lyn peacefully passed away in Marie Curie Hospice around 06:00 this morning (Friday 15th August).
The Society sends its thoughts and support to John and the family at this difficult time.
Message from John:
“On behalf of myself and my family I wish to thank BMES members for their messages of condolence regarding the loss of my dear Lyn.
The funeral service will be held at 10 minutes past ten on Friday, August 22nd 2014 at Nab Wood Crematorium.
You are all most welcome to attend. Donations to BRI Ward 15 and Marie Curie Hospice will be collected in lieu of floral tributes.
A reception will be held after the funeral service and the venue will be announced at that time.
To assist me with catering will you please inform me via Peter if you will be attending the reception and also mention how many places you require.
My thanks to you all,
John”
David Brimacombe
It is with sadness that we have to report the death of David Brimacombe on Friday 1st September 2017.
David was known to everyone in the society having been treasurer for over 30 years and a very active member who will be greatly missed.
The funeral will be held at Nab Wood Crematorium on Thursday 14th September 11:30 followed by reception at St. Ives Golf Club. It is the preference of the family to not wear black.
There will be a collection in aid of Macmillan Nurses.
All quiet I’m afraid….
Filed under: Marine, Rail, Recent News
Thankyou for checking our website.
Unfortunatly due to the COVID restrictions we aren’t able to take passengers on the trains at the moment and our club activities are very limited. The health and safety of our visitors and members is very important to us and until the situation improves and we have the chance to put measures in place this will remain the case.
Our Future Events section here on the website is updated regularly with the latest developments but initially these will be for members only while we decide how things can work.
Take care and stay safe.
Bradford MES
February Meeting 2023
Filed under: Meetings, Recent News
‘Low Moor WWI Explosion’ Talk by Geoff and Mary Twentyman
Wednesday 1st February – 19:30 start
Saltaire Methodist Church
Easter Bunny 2022
Filed under: Rail, Recent News
Saturday 16th April – 12:30-15:00
Northcliff Railway
Bring your own picnic to the field above the railway. Meet Easter Bunny, who will be wandering around at various times throughout the event, take part in the family races we’ll be organising, and show off your Easter bonnet in our competition, plus other easter-themed activities.
Jubilee Lunch 2022
Sunday 5th June 2022
Trains will be running at Northcliff from 12:00 while other celebrations are taking place.
Saltaire Exhibition April 2022
Filed under: Exhibitions, Recent News
Saturday 2nd April 2022
After having to postpone our exhibitions in 2020 and 2021 we had a good turnout of models and it was great to see what our members have been working on during the last two years.
Annual Dinner 2022
Filed under: Recent News
This years annual dinner has been arranged for Friday 14th October, 12.30 for 1.00pm by popular request again at Oakwood Hall, Lady Lane, Bingley, BD16 4AW.
2022 BMES Dinner – Please let Ken have your booking before Monday 10th October.
Bradford MES AGM 2023
Filed under: Recent News
The Annual General Meeting of the Bradford Model Engineering Society will be held on Wednesday 1st March – 19:45 start at Saltaire Methodist Church.
If any member would like an item including on the agenda please contact our secretary Laurence Bentley. All committee positions are open to nominations. Please speak to one of our committee if you would like any information about these roles.
Easter Bunny 2023
Filed under: Rail, Recent News
Saturday 8th April – 12:00-15:00
Northcliff Railway
Bring a picnic and meet the Easter Bunny in the top field past the miniature railway. The Easter Bunny will be bouncing around meeting the children, and the miniature railway will be open all afternoon for rides – you might even get to ride the same train as Easter Bunny! Other attractions to be confirmed are decorate your own egg competition, face painting and sweet tombola.
Donations of cakes and buns and help on the day would be really appreciated.
Exhibition at Bradford Industrial Museum
Filed under: Recent News
Saturday & Sunday 28/29th October 2023
We will hopefully have lots of models on display showcasing what our members get up to in their workshops as well as running our 5″ gauge portable track outside and small pond for the remote controlled boats.
2023 BMES Lunch
Friday 20th October 2023, 12:30 for 1pm
Ken has managed to book us in again for our annual get together at Oakwood Hall, Lady Lane, Bingley BD16 4AW. Our own John Holroyd will be providing the entertainment.
Please let Ken know before the 13th October if you wish to attend.
*CANCELLED* Mince Pie Steam Up 2023
Filed under: Rail, Recent News
Unfortunately due to the recent heavy rain the fields are too wet to allow cars in. Even with the dry weather forecast on Boxing Day it will not be enough and heavy rain is due most of Wednesday.
We will try and find another date in the new year but the long term forecast for the next few weeks is more rain!
Russell
Members winter running day and social
Sunday 27th December – 12:00 start and finish when cold!
Northcliff Railway
Bradford MES AGM 2024
Filed under: Meetings, Recent News
The Annual General Meeting of the Bradford Model Engineering Society will be held on Wednesday 6th March – 19:45 start at St. James’ Church Baildon
If any member would like an item including on the agenda please contact our secretary Laurence Bentley. All committee positions are open to nominations. Please speak to one of our committee if you would like any information about these roles.
Rae Gala 2024
Sunday 7th July – 14:00-16:30
Northcliff Railway
Come and join us for our annual celebration of the gift of Northcliffe to the people of Shipley.
Visitors Day 2024
Filed under: Rail, Recent News
Northcliff Railway will be open to the public on Saturday 28th September from 13:00-16:00
The clubhouse and tracks will be available for visitors and members to run from 10:00. Please let Russell know if you are planning to attend so we can sort the catering.
BMES Annual Lunch
BMES ANNUAL LUNCH – 1st NOVEMBER 2024
For all those who have not yet made a reservation for this enjoyable event, please do so now by contacting Yvonne Coppin on 01274 771639 or: yvonnecoppin@blueyonder.co.uk
We have also arranged for an after-lunch speaker to entertain us. The Speaker is Richard Gibbon OBE, who was a Director of the National Railway Museum in York. His talk is titled “It shouldn’t happen to an Engineer” and promises to hold our attention after the lunch.
Payment for the Annual Lunch can now be made at £25 per person and the preferred method is by Bank Transfer. The details are:
Account Name: BradfordMES
Sort code: 40-13-15
Account No: 11164910
Reference: Your Name
As an alternative, cash or card payment is acceptable and may be handed to Russ at any of our meetings or, as a last resort, post a cheque to Russ Coppin.
Bradford MES AGM
Filed under: Meetings, Recent News
Wednesday 5th March – Bradford MES AGM
19:45 Start at St. James Church, Baildon
**January Meeting Cancelled**
Filed under: Recent News
Unfortunately with the snow and ice we have decided to cancel our planned bits n pieces evening on 8th January and our usual Wednesday working party at Northcliff.
We shall reschedule this meeting probably in May where we currently have a gap.
Easter Bunny Event 2025
Filed under: Rail, Recent News
Saturday 19th April – 12:00-15:30
Northcliff Railway
Bring a picnic and meet the Easter Bunny in the top field past the miniature railway. The Easter Bunny will be bouncing around meeting the children, and the miniature railway will be open all afternoon for rides – you might even get to ride the same train as Easter Bunny! Other attractions are to be confirmed.
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