Mitchells to auction Thomas the Tank Engine collection

The selection of collectibles will be sold at Mitchells Vintage & Antique Toy Sale on Thursday, July 31.

The collection, owned by a single person, includes a Bachmann G Gauge Locomotive of Thomas with an estimated price of £80 to £120.

Thomas the Tank Hornby 00 Gauge boxed Locomotive Murdoch which is expected to sell for £400 to £600 (Image: Mitchells) Another highlight is a rare Thomas the Tank Hornby 00 Gauge boxed Locomotive Murdoch, expected to fetch between £400 and £600.

The collection also includes more than 30 other locomotives, as well as a variety of buses and trams.

Mitchells will also be auctioning a range of other toys, including diecast models, model railways, Star Wars memorabilia, Action Man, dolls, teddy bears, and rocking horses.

Star Wars Legacy sealed and boxed Lightsaber is expected to fetch  £80 to £120 (Image: Mitchells) Among the 500 lots, a Mamod Steam Tractor with Lumber Wagon has an estimated price of £70 to £100, while a Minichamps Bentley is valued at £120 to £150.

A Star Wars Legacy sealed and boxed Lightsaber is anticipated to sell for £80 to £120, and a Meta Quest 3 VR set has an estimate of £120 to £180.

10 Subbuteo Football Team sets are valued at £80 to £120.

Scratch built Mississippi Paddle Steamer is expected to sell for £80 to £120 (Image: Mitchells) A scratch-built Mississippi Paddle Steamer is expected to sell for £80 to £120.

The lots will be available for viewing in the saleroom on Wednesday, July 30, from 10am to 7pm, and throughout the sale.

A fully illustrated catalogue can be viewed online at The Saleroom and Easy Live Auction, where buyers can also register to bid live during the auction or leave automatic bids.

Mamod Steam Tractor with Lumber Wagon with an estimate of £70 to £100 (Image: Mitchells) For more information about lots featured in this auction, including condition reports, contact Mitchells' Toy specialist David Lomas on 01900 827800.

Mitchells are now accepting entries for their next Antiques and Fine Art Sale in September, with a closing date of Friday, August 22.

They are also hosting their Country Sporting Sale in October, with a closing date of Friday, September 19.

Minichamps Bentley valued at £120 to £150 (Image: Mitchells) Mitchells offer free valuations by appointment at their Cockermouth saleroom and home visits by arrangement, including in the South Lakes and Furness.

Valuations for probate and insurance purposes are also available.

Interested parties are urged to contact Mitchells on 01900 827800.