Indholdsfortegnelse for May 2021 i Tractor & Farming Heritage

As I write this column at the start of March, I am beginning to think our exit from the pandemic is going to be as confusing as some of the regulations/guidance we have had to adhere to for the past 12 months. It is still a tough time for all those shows and outdoor events to make a call on whether they should go ahead or cancel. News just received from the organisers of the Great Yorkshire Show says they are to go ahead with their event to be held July 13-15. Although they add: “The celebration at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate remains subject to restrictions being lift ed as set out by the Government. The announcement has raised hopes that large events may be able to resume…

One of the flagship events of the heritage year, the Great Dorset Steam Fair, has succumbed to the pressures of the pandemic and has been forced to cancel until next year. Martin Oliver, Managing Director, Great Dorset Steam Fair, commented: “It is with much regret and sadness that I confirm the 2021 Great Dorset Steam Fair (scheduled to take place from Thursday 26 to Bank Holiday Monday 30 August 2021) has been cancelled. “We have continued to closely monitor the Coronavirus pandemic over the past few weeks and whilst the ongoing vaccination programme is progressing well and should be commended, it has become increasingly evident (as in 2020) that it is unfeasible to run the GDSF event again this year. “This has been a very difficult decision to make, however,…

The owners of the LAMMA show have cancelled LAMMA 2021 on May 25-26 at the NEC. The show will return to its previously successful and proven slot at the start of the year. LAMMA 2022 will be held on January 11-12, 2022 at the NEC. Kate Walsh, event manager for LAMMA, said: “The decision was not an easy one. We fully understand how important the show is to the industry, and we were keen to make it happen in May. But after listening to the concerns of our stakeholders and appreciating how much planning and work goes into preparing for a show like this, a decision had to be made. As always, the safety of our visitors, exhibitors and staff is our top priority. We would like to thank everyone…

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Wind-powered grist mills increased in numbers during the 14th century, particularly in those areas which lacked rivers and streams to power waterwheels. The term grist mill applies to any mill which grinds grain, and there were many more water-powered grist mills than wind-powered grist mills. The Domesday Book, written in the 11th century, lists our British mills, but it is assumed that these are mills powered by water or animals rather than by wind. Post Mills Our earliest windmills were Post Mills, which featured a large upright post on which the body of the mill is balanced. This design meant that the whole mill could rotate around the post to face the wind. Later, Smock Mills appeared. These mills got their name from the long smocks farmers used to wear.…

TRUSTY VOLUME 2 Anew soft-bound book has been released by Geoff Ravenhall, bringing us more information about the company and people of Tractors (London Ltd). Trusty, The All British Tractor Volume Two is in exactly the same format as the first book with 86 pages filled with stories from the factory, its layout, the dealers who sold Trusty products and stories from users of the tractor. The book is a follow up to Vol One which concentrated on the company’s products from the two-wheeled tractor to the forklift Geoff has spent over 30 years collecting anything associated with the Trusty brand and while putting together Vol 1 discovered that he had far too much information for just one book, hence this latest offering. It carries on from where the first…

The part one accumulative sale of the late Bill Davidson model tractor collection finished on Monday, December 7. There is to be a part two, staged again by Pentland Auction of Kirriemuir, Scotland starting on Monday, March 22 and concludes on Monday, March 29 at 12 noon. This part two sale features mainly British diecast models mainly rare and sought after models by Ertl, Corgi, Dinky, Matchbox, Lledo, Crescent, Chad Valley and other quality scratch built models. If anything is to go by from the first sale, Part 2 will be even more successful. Viewing is by appointment only and all sold items are to be paid on the day and nothing else!…

NEW CORDLESS RANGE Laser Tools have announced their new professional workshop “one battery powers all” cordless tool range. All the tools in the range feature brushless motor technology designed and built for daily use; efficient electronics manage an array of power requirements across the range using one common battery. The battery delivers cleaner, more consistent power, lasts longer, and delivers more run-time in the harshest job-site conditions. There are five professional power tools in the range: angle grinder kit (ref 68010), impact drill kit (ref 68011 - pictured), impact screwdriver kit (ref 68012), impact wrench kit (ref 68013) and the polisher kit (ref 68073). They are provided in a kit that includes two batteries and battery charger, all supplied in a sturdy heavy duty tool bag that features internal and…

With its latest bottled beer, one brewery is looking to give something back to the farming culture that created it. East Yorkshire’s Great Newsome Brewery has announced that they’ll be donating five pence from each bottle sold of their latest beer to the Farming Community Network. FCN offers confidential support and guidance for farmers and their families via a free helpline (03000 111 999) operated by volunteers who understand farming life. “We’re a family of farmers, so it’s for a cause that’s very close to all of us,” said Matthew Hodgson, founder of Great Newsome Brewery. “We’re proud to be working with such a kind-hearted, compassionate charity. I hope we can help make a real difference.” Many of the brewery’s most popular tipples are named after old farming terms, such…

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LETTER OF THE MONTH Major memories The picture on the cover of the two Super Majors (March issue TFH) just lured me in. As a boy, I was tractor mad, and in my village of North Creake in Norfolk was a beautiful Fordson Super Major. It was probably only about five years old and its owner Jack Watling always kept it looking smart. Jack had a snowplough that could be fitted to the frame that is visible in the photo. This was the first tractor I ever drove, and I remember that so well. It was under Jack’s watchful eye on the field beside the village school. I would never forget the registration number of it either, 624 EAH. On a visit back to Creake in the early Eighties, I…

The Royal Show held at Derby on July 4-8, 1933 was notable for being the first time King George V and Queen Mary had attended the event since 1928. It was also worth noting that the amount of space taken by stands at the show had increased by some 21% from the previous year, from 6925sq ft to 8390sq ft. Massey-Harris There was a wealth of tractors, implements and other related farm machinery for the prestigious visitors to inspect. Those wishing to keep apace of the latest developments in agricultural engineering would have found much to satisfy their interest on the Massey-Harris of Trafford Park, Manchester stand. There was a selection of proven tractors in the three and four furrow categories which boasted excellent fuel consumption figures and drawbar pull…

I am not sure yet when this MG 2 was built, but it has to be over 70 years old as Ransomes built this model between 1936 and 1948 when production of the MG 5 superseded the earlier design. Allowing for the fact that I have owned this machine for at least ten years and the previous owner rescued it from the yard where he worked. Plus, it had probably been there for another ten years, which leaves 50-odd years that this machine could have worked. Judging by what I have found so far, it was worked hard and very little in the way of maintenance appears to have been given in that time. Front hubs/gearbox I am still trying to get the front drive wheels off so that I…

Euro Auctions are inviting consignors to a one day collector’s sale at Castle Irvine, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland on Saturday, April 3. This eagerly awaited one-day sale will focus on classic, veteran and vintage tractors, construction, and other agricultural machinery, as well as classic and antique commercial and cars. The auction will be held hopefully ‘live’ and online, of course, at the stunning Castle Irvine, County Fermanagh. Also, potential bidding is expected from 115 countries, via Euro Auction’s extensive network of customers. Organiser Andrew Crawford says it will be a truly international event. The company is hoping to build on its Easter 2017 sale when it sold a private collection of over 100 + tractors, creating many record prices. The venue and the backdrop to this sale will be the…

THRESHERMAN RESURRECTION An old sawmill Thresherman tractor had been left standing for a few decades. The years had not been kind, but the tractor was brought back to life as a loving tribute to its past owner. SIXTY YEARS ON The story of the two Nuffield models, the 3/42 and 4/60, which were introduced sixty years ago in November 1991 and the engine problems that dogged them throughout their production runs. PATTERNMAKING AT IHGB A tribute to the skills necessary for patternmaking which are still used for prototype modelling, creating moulds for mass production and sand-casting iron components for farm machinery. You can order a single issue, and get it delivered directly to your door post-free! Also, you only pay the cover price DELIVERED FREE TO YOUR DOOR HOW TO…

FBHVC urges patience as work continues with DVLA to resolve historic vehicle owners’ concerns. The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs is sympathetic to the enormous challenges that the DVLA faces during the ongoing pandemic. DVLA receives tens of thousands of items of mail each week, and the Federation believes that for a high percentage of drivers and vehicle operators, the agency performs a viable and efficient service. During the pandemic, the Federation has been pursuing five particular policy matters of significant concern to the interests of Federation members and the community that they represent. These are broadly outlined: Non-acceptance of ‘Date of Manufacture’ number marked on vehicles; Statement of a requirement to notify DVLA when a vehicle is dismantled; Special case V765 registrations; Vehicles originally supplied as CKD (meaning…

Andrew is following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather and has also become the owner of a vintage tractor. And his restored Fordson E27N now stands proudly alongside his father’s Ferguson 20 and his grandfather’s Dexta. Andrew bought the tractor in August 2019, at the tender age of 16. He explained: “It was formerly owned by a vintage enthusiast from County Roscommon, Southern Ireland who started the restoration in September 1980 but sadly passed away before he could finish it. I acquired it from his brother on the agreement that it be fully restored and that he could see it one more time when it was finished.” On the plus side However, Andrew soon found the Fordson was missing a lot of parts and hadn’t been put back…

It all started when my grandson Harry and I went to a farm where I store my Kendall and Newman tractors. It is where I grew up and my cousin runs the farm now. We went to assess restarting the restoration of the Newman E2 after a three-year break. However, during a conversation with my cousin, it came up that my younger brother’s pedal tractor was in the next building. Harry is five years old and his dad has restored a Fordson F, which I also store there, and basically, the poor lad doesn’t stand a chance other than to love tractors. He had to see it. So, we went to look at it. Worse for wear The Triang Ford pedal tractor came out looking worse for wear after 50…

www.kelseymarketplace.co.uk Further to our opening words in our March Marketplace section regarding clarification of various changes since post-Brexit January 1, 2021, we bring you more. Our correspondent Peter Love has recently been talking with Cheffins, Bonhams and Sean at Berrybrook Steam & Classic for their thoughts on various matters. 1 Bringing a vehicle into the UK from the EU for display purposes or for private entry in a rally, road run particularly GDSF, Tractor World, Newark Vintage Tractor Show, would you be expected to pay VAT to enter the UK? Q. 1 If a vehicle is brought in by the owner then no import tax is due if it is for private use and not for sale etc. If not brought in by the owner then there are temporary import…

March ➤ 16-23 - Timed Online Auction of Vintage & Classic Tractors, Commercials & Vehicles. Cheffins, www.cheffins.co.uk ➤ 16-17 - Online Auction of Kips Garage Museum Collection. Aumann Auctions US aumannvintagepower.com ➤ 18 - Online Sale of Tractors, Machinery, Plant & Commercial Vehicles. Harrison & Hetherington - harrisonandhetherington.co.uk ➤ 18 - Dispersal Sale of Renault Tractor, Honda ATV, Farm Machinery, Sheep Equipment etc. East Devon, tel: Symonds & Sampson, tel: 01935 382909. ➤ 18 - Jim Erdle Early Tractor Literature Auction. Online Bidding. Aumann Auctions US. aumannvintagepower.com ➤ 22-29 - Online Auction of Agricultural & Other Vehicle Models. Pentland Auctions, www.pentlandlivestock.co.uk ➤ 23 - Dispersal Sale of Vehicles, farm Machinery, Implements, Livestock & General Equipment. Pithayes Farm, Church Road, Whimple EX5 2TG. Stags, tel: 01769 572042. ➤ 25 - Online…