English Gypsy caravan, Gypsy wagon, Gypsy waggon and vardo: for sale

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F1	BURTON SHOWMAN'S WAGGON BUILT BY ORTON AND SPOONER OF BURTON ON TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE. PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY ROGER DALTRY FROM THE WHO! Originally built about 1920 for Reuben Smith, who sold it in 1973 to Roger Daltry. He had it restored by Alistair Campball in 1974-76. The interior of the wagon is rich in cut-glass and mahogany. The bed (at the rear) is pulled out by chrome handles beneath the sliding mirrored panels. The bed area has velvet-buttoned upholstery. There is a hostess stove with oven and surround of Dutch scenic tiles. The beautiful chromed "angel lamps" have red cranberry cut-glass founts. The ceiling was painted by craftsman John Pockett. Size Width: approx 6 ft. Length: approx 12 ft. Height: approx 12 ft. Weight about 35 cwt. Special qualities It has a special compartment - a hidden safe! Viewing can be arranged. Pick up only. Any questions or for further details, please call Martin on 0797-7964004.	£27,500
F28	Traditional Ledge Vardo Built in 1999 by Andy Ball of the Gloucester Wheel and Carriage Company, this beautifully ledge vardo was commissioned to be built by its present owner's family. It has since been featured in the book Free Wheeling Homes by David Pearson, published in 2002. It has been lovingly looked after, and in June 2007 was fitted with a new canvas roof by its original builder, Andy Ball. Its decorative touches and elegant wheels make it a stunning sight. Built to the traditional design, it includes bantam cages over the front wheels and a decorative spindle-turned cratch. The interior is fitted with a tiled fireplace complete with chimney, bed, lockers and glazed cabinets grained in mahogany. Both interior and exterior are beautifully hand-painted in traditional colours. Fittings are not included, but curtains and rails are. Location Bristol area Any questions or for further enquiries, please call Susi on 01454-413766.	£20,000
F29	Traditional Bowtop Hubs dated 1912, this is an original window n door style Bowtop, with inward opening doors and inside under the bed, it has sliding doors. Its been completely restored and decorated to a traditional style. A new canvas sheet has been fitted. All the wheels are brand new, but to make it a 'Showroom' Vardo, it would need some more work Sale includes: an original Queenie Stove, shafts and a set of Jarrett curved steps. Location Leicestershire SOLD
F30	1930s Phillips Wooden Showman's Waggon This waggon has been completely restored; new roof, new panelling both inside and out, new floor, new Esse stove with oven, new bed and dressing table. Exterior ply has been used on all external panels. The original mahogany furniture inside remains and is in excellent condition, complete with many diamond- etched original mirrors, all of which have been re-silvered. There are three secret drawers and two more which are not quite so 'secret'. There is a writing desk come office inside one of the dressers. The other dresser has a hidden cupboard behind. All internal paintwork is now 'Country Cream' with gold on the fancy beading. The four bedroom panels are painted by a botanical artist to represent the four seasons. The main room ceiling is decorated with sprays of country flowers and ribbons. There are gold-leafed panels on the bedroom walls and a decorative dado throughout which has gold highlights. All added furniture is mahogany. Location New Forest Any questions or for further enquiries, please call Mrs Harris on 01425 654057 or email margueriteharris@hotmail.com	£15,000
F33	Newly Built Rolly New build. On iron tyres. Chamfered, painted and lined. Leathered shafts. Price on application. Buckle Harness Black and yellow square buckle harness. Price on application. Location County Durham For further details or to arrange viewing please contact: 0191-4100810 or 07850-013993.	P.O.A
F34	Bowtop Openlot Gypsy Caravan excellant all round condition , on artillery wheels, shafts and steps nicely decorated great for the road. Fully fitted interior. price to sell , great waggon. SOLD
F35	Bowtop on Linwoods of Leeds dray Very good full-size bowtop, door and window style. On old Linwoods of Leeds dray in very good condition. Carvings to front, back and sides. Wheels as new. Comes with steps, queenie stove and set of shaft blanks. Could do with new sheet, two minor repairs needed to wood, nothing major, paint could have a touch-up to front and inside. Location Leeds Contact Tom: 01132701236.	£9250
F36	Early 1950s Showman's Living Waggon - built by the firm of George Hurley of Devonport The waggon was built for Thos. Whitelegg & Sons, a famed West Country fairground family. Beautifully fitted-out, with built-in oak cupboards, wardrobe, extending table, and dressing tables with art deco curves. Mollycroft roof, windows and mirrors entirely of cut glass. Two bedrooms and living room with fittings. Original Parkray solid fuel fire and period tiled fireplace. The waggon has not been altered in anyway from its original design. Currently stored in a barn. A small amount of restoration is required to return this waggon to its former glory - hence the price. Location Cornwall For further information or to view, contact Phil Spring on 01326-373802 or email philjo.32@talktalk.net	£10,000 ono
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