Come and join in the fun stories and exploits of General, Rachel and the other famous miniature steam locomotives at The Eastbourne Steam Railway.
Written by Christopher Awdry and illustrated by Marc Vyvan-Jones, these stories you read are all based on things that have really happened at EMSR.
These stories are available as both E-book and paperback. A paperback compendium of the whole series will be available soon.

Book 1 of the Series – General Takes Charge.
No. 6172 wants a proper name, not just a number – but he must earn it first. How will he make his mark at the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.

Book 2 – Rachel and the Goose.
There’s a new engine at Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, and General isn’t pleased to see her. How will he and Rachel make friends?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.

Book 3 – Oily Keeps Things Going.
In a corner of the shed, under an old blanket, lives Oily. How will the diesel engine become one of the team at the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.

Book 4 – Western and the Lost Ring
The search is on for a lost ring at Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway. Is this Western’s chance to shine?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.

Book 5 – Eastbourne’s Wedding Special.
When a couple asks to marry at the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, the engines all want to pull the bridal train! Who will Mr Mike choose?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.

Book 6 – Oily and the Flood.
Emergency! On the lake at the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway a boat has drifted and got caught under fencing. The flood waters are rising. Who will come to the rescue?
Join our cheeky little engines with the fun and play that’s just another exciting day in the life of the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway.