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THE place for classic live toy steam engines as well as Carlton and Sun Cycles...

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Sun Chris Barber 10 Team Replica

Hello!, you may have come by this site by accident, recommendation or intent, either way I hope you find something of interest.

Shown on this site are my collections - these are centred around Mamod, Bowman and other British toy steam engines, Carlton and Sun Cycles as well as  Corgi Rocket and Junior die cast cars. I also have a love of model railways and collecting Brooke Bond tea picture cards and Scalextric Junior cars all of which you will find here too.

I hope this site appeals and excites both the dedicated collector and enthusiast as well as the newer converts to the cause! If you want to contact me about any of the content please use the email address below.

I would like to remind visitors that all imagery on this site is strictly copyright. 

IF YOU NEED HELP...



If you need to contact me please be sure of expert, friendly advice and help by emailing: freesteam@btinternet.com

STEAM TOYS
For definitive details about your steam toys, backed-up with 40 years of collecting experience, please don't be afraid to get in touch with me. I will do my very best to help.

I am always happy to give advice on all types of Mamod steam engine as well as many other English toy steam makes.

CARLTON AND SUN CYCLES
If you are looking for advice or guidance on Carlton or Sun bicycles from mid 1950-1980s, again I will do my best to help.



New pages are under construction for the 1960 Carlton Flyer addition. I will also be adding new content based around Carlton and Sun Cycles soon!

PLEASE RESPECT COPYRIGHT...

All site content is strictly ©2006-2017 Mike Jane, unless stated.