SER Six-wheel Second or Third (part body only)

Present Location	Peene Railway Museum and Countryside Centre
County Location	Kent
Designed For	SER
Gauge	4ft 8 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement	Body only
Original Underframe	No
Original Bogies/Wheelsets	No
Additional Notes	Discovered 2019 during clearance of a garden near Bridge, Kent, where it had been for more than 50 years. Investigations of the part body after recovery indicate a SER carriage - either 6-wheel 5-compartment 2nd built 1880 - 1882 or 6- wheel 6-compartment 3rd built 1883 - 1887 - more likely the latter from dimensions of the three remaining compartments and traces of half height seating. It is hoped that investigation of doors may confirm identity. Intention is to restore one compartment to original condition, with the others housing educational displays relating to the Elham Valley line and a small classroom with disabled access. Any assistance with identification would be welcomed.
Owner	Elham Valley Line Trust
Underframe Condition	Not Applicable
Degree of Underframe/Running Gear Originality	Not Applicable
Degree of Underframe Authenticity	Not Applicable
Rarity	n/a
Storage	Secure Open
Operating	No
Photo by	EVLT Trust
At Risk	No
Date Record Last Updated	07/10/2020

Christopher Hurst 01/09/2020: another view

EVLT Trust: view of other end

EVLT: condition at previous location

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