Big Ben

Morning everyone. I have now located a photo of the Scammell Pioneer I was searching for 7971 PJ. There is a full blown picture of it on " Jack Leeson photograph Banbury Mop Fair 1970" But I am still searching for its whereabouts. THANKS to all those who have helped me so far, and I will continue the search.. Best Regards Ben

Hi Paul. Lakin address... R.J. Lakin & Co. 67 Besley Street, Streatham. South London.. They where in business from 1926 - 1952. If you need any information on London fairgrounds please ask as I am very knowledgeable on this subject. Best Regards Ben.

Good Afternoon Everyone. Im Ben, new on this site, and the site was recommended to me, so lets hope somebody can help me. Im after the whereabouts of a Scammell Pioneer Reg. No. 7971 PJ. I drove this vehicle and painted it when it belonged to Patsy Gray a showmen from Mitcham London, It used to pull the living wagon and the Ark centre with a small genny behind that.It was last seen leaving Mitcham in 1971 when it was sold to a Roy Carter from Whitley Bay. The Ark was 1 of only 2 made in 1937 A78 and was made by Lakin It was made for King George V1 Coronation. Ive found the Old Foden we had down in Herefoed and in prestine condition thanks to A.G. Godsall 777 DOA. The Ark is now in The Alberta Reynolds Museum Toronto Canada. The Scammell is the last piece in my jigsaw, so any help would be surely appreciated, Best Regards to all Big Ben