Malcolm Batten Books

A fascinating photographic account of the heyday of the minibus looks back at the rise and fall of the minibus in British bus services.

A lavishly illustrated look at the era of privatisation of London's buses before an all-red livery was imposed.

With previously unpublished photographs, this book documents the variety offered by the local railway scene.

Good Quality Photographs, Interesting Text, Long Informative Captions, Useful To Modellers

Delve into a captivating photographic journey showcasing European coaches that traveled to Britain from the 1970s onward. This collection highlights the evolution of coach design and the cultural exchanges between Europe and Britain, offering a visual narrative that captures the essence of travel and transportation during this period. Each image tells a story of the era, reflecting the changing landscapes and the significance of coaches in connecting communities across borders.

Malcolm Batten examines the way in which the railways of East London have changed and developed over the years, bringing the story right up to date with the introduction of Crossrail.

Previously unpublished photos showing the variety of shipping seen along the River Thames since the turn of the century.

With previously unseen photographs, this book documents buses and coaches after the end of their usual service life.

This book examines the various operators that have catered for tourists in the heart of our capital since 1970 and the vehicles that they have used.

A terrific range of previously unpublished images of East London buses, including Routemasters, during the 1970s-1980s.