Working on GWR Collett coach 4777 today.

This circular metal plate was an addition, when the vehicle was converted for departmental use, it is not original, and was some sort of ventilator, but the structure in the centre had rotted away.

The coach had a gaping hole where it had been on the corridor end, I soldered in a blanking plate and reinstalled it to its former position.

A swift restoration.

There are loads of artefacts that we have lying around, and it is always best if they are restored and in presentable condition

This pair of early 20th Century Compasses took a few minutes to put into good order and now reside on the desk in the Winchcombe coal office, looking the part.

Here the floor in the AA box is being sanded to remove paint splashes

It now has a Yale rim lock and can be opened with any AA members key, as well as any RAC key too, there was a reciprocal arrangement between the two organisations so as not to leave any motorist stranded.

A new display of old forgotten tools is taking shape in the Foss Cross building.

The tools have been restored, rustproofed and are hanging on the metal walls courtesy of some strong magnets.