
Welcome to

True stories about
real engines !

Hi, thanks for clicking on this site.The books are all about keeping mechanical history alive and I love doing the research and finding ways to pass on all the amazing bits of info that I've found out about, in a fun way.

Saddletank Books has now been going for 10 years now. Thanks for all your support and coming along to all the events this year.
Don't forget I'm always happy to sign and dedicate your books.
just drop me a line, and I write a little letter in each order.
I'm still trying to get the Alphabet book out for Xmas but printing issues.. :(
I have events lined up for next year and I'm busy sorting out the layout, another book and some fun merchandise too.
and I've added youtube videos of me reading a few of the books on some of the pages
..and I do accept trade orders, so call 07876 487427
or email hazelwoodart@googlemail.com for info.
Follow on
instagram and FB for more fun and info !

The books are all printed in Wales and the merchandise is made in the UK
There are now 8 story books and 1 activity book and there are card models too.

Hi, although it's been great to do these books on my own, with complete freedom to create as I like..I'd be happy to have a publisher to take on that side of things or any other business that would like to get involved,
maybe in merchandise..or selling their product with my images?
..so do get in touch if you'd like to know more.
Come and see the Saddletank layout at the next show

All the books so far...




No.1
All about the work and rescue of this abandoned little engine. Now at the Bala Lake Railway.
no.2
Winifred's true life adventure of her work and travels. See her now at Bala too.
No.3
Back home and fully restored, read the exciting story of her return.
No.4
All about this well travelled, hard working little engine, now at the Leighton Buzzard Railway.


No.5
The true exciting tale of these 2 engines at Groudle Glen on the Isle of Man.
No.6
Fascinating info on road building. See the real photo of Isabel on the Amerton page and visit the Amerton railway.

No.7
All about this newly restored engine from the world famous Ffestiniog Railway.

No.8
All about this amazing little coffee pot engine and includes the wonderful blondins and stuff about the De Winton Foundry!

Activity Book
Don't forget this fun little book with some great puzzles, rhymes, quizzes and colouring in to do and silly humour, all to let you discover even more about the railways.
Look out for the next book event near you.
And follow Saddletank Books on FB to see more odd bits and pieces...
(like the railway alphabet).



Sketching
is fun!!
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