Kenneth Yeomans Award (Updated)
The Society has recently granted the Award to two recipients: The Museum of Carpet (Kidderminster) and Sheffield's Kelham Island Museum. The funding has also been increased - propositions are welcome.
Newcomen Newsletter – Edition 2
A 2nd Newsletter from the Society that includes 80 Years of Cavity Magnetron from WW2 Radar to Microwave Ovens, the story of Carpet Looms in Kidderminster, Mr Tetin's beloved canaries & more web-links, books etc.
Looming Large at the Museum of Carpet
The tremendous noise of power looms weaving carpet fills the Museum of Carpet in Kidderminster each time the volunteer weavers run these giant machines. This is not an easy job and requires years of training. They are not simply weaving a flat cloth, but create a three dimensional product which is velvety and luxurious.
Newcomen Newsletter – Edition 1
1st edition of the Newcomen Newsletter launched during the Corona Virus Pandemic. Includes Kenneth Yeomans Award, Runcorn to Widnes Bridge, Hazards of New Technology & various web-links.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – PLEASE READ
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Newcomen Southern Appoint New Chairman
Newcomen Southern Appoint New Chairman Dr Mark Walker is [...]
The Society’s Summer Visit to Birmingham has been Cancelled
The Society's Summer Visit to Birmingham has been Cancelled [...]
Welcome To The New Website
Welcome To The New Website You have arrived [...]
The new Newcomen Website is now live!
The new Newcomen Website is now live! We [...]
Newcomen.com In Maintenance Mode this Weekend
Newcomen.com In Maintenance Mode this Weekend Please note [...]