Micro Museum for Gooch in Bedlington?

From discussions by ABTRA Committee Members, we are looking into the possibility of a micro Museum in Bedlington, Northumberland dedicated to Sir Daniel Gooch and his family (several of his family members had Railway connections). Please see the ABTRA Projects – July 2017 blog post for more information. 

This museum would be ideally located somewhere near the Grapes public house in Bedlington, which was the Gooch family home, Sir Daniel Gooch having been born in a now demolished property on the opposite side of the road. 

Sir Daniel had an important part to play in the fledging Great Western Railway, by becoming its Locomotive Superintendent, and later its Chairman. He also chose the site of Swindon Works, and by doing so founded the modern town of Swindon. 

Quite a life and thus is only a small part of what he achieved! Please check back soon to find out our latest progress. 

Thanks, RH.