Railway history, Victorian Britain

Step into Victorian Britain—where steam power, bold inventions, and social change shaped modern Britain. Discover talks and workshops that bring this vibrant era to life.

Invention and innovation has driven Britain from Roman times to space exploration today. My research covers the impact of new technology in the industrial revolution, life in the factory, the stories of leading businesses, health and safety and trade unions.

From the very first railways to today's modern railways, my research includes railway infrastructure and organisation, manufacturing, company history, safety and the impact of the railways on  in industry and society.

My research, talks and courses cover the causes of the war, experiences of men and women during the war, and the fast developing technology that supported it. Plus the evolution of the Royal Flying Corps and  Royal Navy Air Service.

My research topics include the origins of the war and the influence of interwar politics. I have a longstanding interest in the uses of technology in war including developments in submarines, aircraft, tanks and medicine. 

Topics from the Football and War Network which brings together historians from the academic and football worlds. 

My research, including my PhD thesis, covers the impact of the arrival of the railways in Berkshire, UK. I also investigate the history of well-known businesses centred in Berkshire.