Charles Burrell and Sons: CO 3823
From Graces Guide
Note: This is a sub-section of Charles Burrell and Sons.
The Gladiator. 7nhp, 17 tons, Compound Showman's Road Locomotive Engine. No 3159. Built 1909. Reg No: CO 3823.
1909. New to Anderton and Rowland, the well known Amusement caterers and worked on their Gondola ride.
1932. Bought by T. Whitelegg and Sons of Plymouth or Exeter.
1937. New Firebox. [1]
1953. Purchased for preservation by the Gladiator Club of Redruth, who restored and rallied her until 1984.
1984. Bought by David Goodwin or St. Columb Major, who has completely rebuilt her. She was rallied for 2 years in Road Locomotive form.
1985. Sold to present owner. Had a rebuild including another firebox.
1992. Had the Showman's accessories refitted. [2]
See Also
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Sources of Information
- ↑ The West of England Steam Engine Society 2012 Stithians Rally Programme.
- ↑ Boconnoc Steam Fair Programme, 2011.