The online presence of the South Western Circle, the historical society for the London and South Western Railway.

The online presence of the South Western Circle, the historical society for the London and South Western Railway.

The London and South Western Railway (LSWR, sometimes written L&SWR) was a railway company in England from 1838 to 1922. Originating as the London and Southampton Railway, …

LSWR Lower Quadrant signal This signal appears to be of London & South Western origin but is actually on London, Brighton & South Coast territory. This suggests that it may have been …

Signalling along the South Western by Graham Bowring. The book covers the LSWR through to Southern and BR periods. This book is much more than a guide about signalling equipment on …

Sep 6, 2024 · I've created an AnyRail track plan for my railway, but I need help with how to signal it. It's a through branch line station with a moderately sized goods yard. I've attached the track …

Etched brass lineside warnings, bridge signs and station notices etc. To paint, first prime overall with the foreground colour (usually white). Add a coat of matt varnish over the lettering. Next, …

Mar 2, 2016 · Cast metal signage was a speciality of the railways (think of those ‘No Trespassing‘ signs) especially for signs in exposed locations where regular repainting wasn’t an easy …

Where this creeps onto the lettering, gently sand it away, revealing the first colour underneath. The SR simply painted over the “L” “&” and “W” in the background colour (usually green) to …

Oct 5, 2024 · The South Western Circle, formed in 1962, is a society for railway historians and enthusiasts interested in the London & South Western Railway (LSWR). The Circle has a …