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These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. Preserved from the original recordings, the audio reflects the production methods of the time and includes some natural variation in sound quality. In Mr Brangwyn's Box, Ivor, Jones and Evans the Song find themselves in the middle of pigeon trouble and a very awkward delivery for Mr Brangwyn.

In Mrs Porty's Donkey, Ivor's friendship with Bluebell the donkey leads to confusion and comic trouble for Jones and Mrs Porty. It is a funny tale about mischief, loyalty and unexpected consequences.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. Preserved from the original recordings, the audio reflects the production methods of the time and includes some natural variation in sound quality. In The Circus, Charlie Banger's circus rolls into town and brings excitement, friendship and a dash of spectacle to Ivor's railway. It is a bright, festive adventure as the circus comes to town.

In Snowdrifts, Ivor enjoys pulling children on sledges until one ambitious run leaves him stuck wheel-deep in the snow. It is a classic winter romp about fun, overconfidence and rescue.

In Olwen, Idris and his friend Olwen lend unusual help at the fish and chip shop, proving that dragons can be very useful neighbours. It is a warm and whimsical story of helpful dragons and hungry customers.

In The Outing, Ivor takes the choir to Tewyn Beach once again, but after his recent unhappiness Jones the Steam has a thoughtful surprise planned to cheer his friend. It is a heartwarming seaside adventure built around kindness and friendship.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. Preserved from the original recordings, the audio reflects the production methods of the time and includes some natural variation in sound quality. In Alice, Alice the elephant is feeling unwell and turns out to be a determinedly difficult patient. It is a funny animal story with a very stubborn friend at its centre.

In The Fiery Breath, Mysterious burn marks appear around Llaniog and everyone begins to wonder whether little Idris is to blame. It is a playful mystery blending dragon magic with village gossip.

In Mr Dinwiddy's Gold, the railway is threatened with sale and even shunting at Pontypool Roads, so Mr Dinwiddy and Mrs Porty must think fast to save Ivor's line. It is a railway-saving story about ingenuity, loyalty and community.

In Mrs Porty's Foxes, a hunt threatens a fox cub, and Ivor and Jones come up with a wonderfully unexpected rescue using Mrs Porty's hat box. It is a warm wildlife adventure full of ingenuity and compassion.

In The Antiquarian Society, Jones turns to the Antiquarian Society for help as the mystery of Smoke Hill and the dragons becomes more urgent. It is an intriguing chapter in the dragons' story arc.

In Ivor's Present, it is Christmas in the top left-hand corner of Wales, and Mrs Porty brings Ivor a parcel that turns into a touching surprise. It is a festive tale of generosity, surprise and Christmas warmth.

In The Invalid, Ivor discovers an elephant on the tracks and finds himself helping a very unexpected passenger indeed. It is a gentle introduction to Alice the elephant and one of Ivor's most unusual rescues.

In Ivor's Friends, Jones falls into icy water while trying to help Ivor on Tewyn Lake bridge, and Ivor's feathered friends prove that help can come from the most surprising places. It is a winter rescue story that celebrates friendship and loyalty.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. In The Retreat, the dragons disappear just as the Antiquarian Society arrives, leaving Ivor and Jones with an awkward mystery to solve. It is a comic dragon mystery full of suspense and Smallfilms charm.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. Preserved from the original recordings, the audio reflects the production methods of the time and includes some natural variation in sound quality. In Idris, Ivor and Jones meet Idris, a tiny Welsh dragon whose arrival brings wonder and magic to the railway.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. Preserved from the original recordings, the audio reflects the production methods of the time and includes some natural variation in sound quality. In Smoke Hill, Ivor sees smoke rising and cannot resist finding out what is happening. It is a mysterious railway adventure that leads straight into dragon country.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. In The Search, Ivor runs away and nobody knows why, sending Jones the Steam and the whole valley on an anxious hunt to find the missing engine. It is a warm mystery about worry, loyalty and finding your way home.

This classic children's audiobook, read by Oliver Postgate, presents one of Ivor the Engine's original black-and-white adventures from the top left-hand corner of Wales. Created by Oliver Postgate and Peter Firmin for Smallfilms, these timeless stories follow Ivor, Jones the Steam and the friends of the Merioneth and Llantisilly Rail Traction Company Limited as they carry choir members, deliver supplies and stumble into gentle comic adventures across the Welsh valleys. Warm, musical and full of old-fashioned charm, Ivor the Engine remains a landmark of British children's storytelling.

These stories are taken from the original black-and-white Ivor the Engine television series, first broadcast between 1959 and 1962. In The Festival, the choir's big day is over and everyone heads for the seaside, but Ivor feels left out and begins to wonder whether the fun can really include a little engine. It is a gentle story about belonging, friendship and being remembered.