Original Painting to be sold by auction

Auction of Original Painting to be held at the Members’ Forum, Lynton Town Hall on Saturday 8^th November 2025,.

This recently completed artwork depicts the founder of the L&B Railway, Sir George Newnes, together with the 2024-restored Bagnall locomotive which now bears his name. The painting is offered for auction, either in person, or, for those unable to attend, by sealed bid, with all proceeds being donated to the L&B R Trust.

The auction will be held live, during the annual L&B forum, at Lynton Town Hall, on 8th November 2025. The winning bidder will take possession on the painting upon full payment of their bid. There will be no additional fees or commissions due.

Sealed Bids. Click here to access further details and download a bidding form. Sealed bid forms must be received by the organisers, by midnight on 31^st October, either by post or e-mail. Email to [email protected], or

post your form to:

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Trust

FAO Barrie Cann (Auction)

Woody Bay Station

Martinhoe Cross

Parracombe

Barnstaple

EX31 4RA