Victoria's Torton Tales
The original series of steam traction engine children's storybooks
Steaming engines, happy friends. Adventures start and never end. Fun and laughter, every day. Victoria and her friends, HOORAY!
At Victoria’s Torton Tales, we don’t just print storybooks. We build bridges across generations. We give parents a peaceful escape to share with their children at the end of a busy day, and we give grandparents the joy of passing down the magic of traditional steam engines. Together, we are preserving a piece of history while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Parents and grandparents don’t just buy our books for the colourful pages; they buy them for the quiet, connected moments they bring to their families.
Victoria likes nothing more than spending a busy day working with her owner, Mr. Seward, and friend Albert, bringing the sacks of corn in from the fields. Today there’s a surprise when Victoria discovers something in the barn at Mr. Andrews’ farm.
Victoria and Pop always enjoy sunny days and the peace and quiet of the countryside at Mr Seward’s yard. Today they hear a strange noise coming up the road. It sounds like a very loud purring cat! What could it be?
It had been quite some time since poor old Pop was last in steam and helping Mr Andrews on his farm. When Pop was found by Victoria and Mr. Seward they said they would help him, but that was weeks ago! Pop longed to be out in the sunshine instead of being stuck in a cold, damp and dusty barn with junk piled up around him. Will he ever leave the barn again?
It’s an early start for best friends, Roser and Tanner, the steam rollers. As usual, Tanner wants to get going, and Roser is happy to be out and about with his friend. On this trip, Tanner is given the chance to try something new, that normally only Roser does. Will she do it?
It’s only a few days until the Teddy Bears’ Picnic Party, and Victoria is very excited to be going. She would really like to take a teddy bear of her own to the picnic, but Mr Seward doesn’t have one for her, so asks Mrs Seward if she can help? Based on a real event!
Enjoy all 5 fun adventures of Victoria the traction engine and her friends in this storybook bundle. Join Victoria and pals enjoying sunny days and the peace and quiet of the countryside. The excitement of the Teddy Bears’ Picnic Party. The friendship between Roser and Tanner.
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FREE Game, Look-and-Find at the Steam Rally
Visiting Steam Rallies and Vintage Shows?
Take our free Look-and-Find at The Steam Rally game with you.
Look around the steam engines at the rally and find the 10 items on your search list to become a Master Steam Rally Inspector.
For each item you find, answer a simple question, then tap the “Found it!” button to increase the pressure on the gauge. Hit full pressure to blow the whistle and be awarded your own Master Steam Rally Inspector Certificate to print and keep!
It’s free to use and completely safe for little ones to enjoy. Your child’s name stays on your device and is not shared with us or anyone else.
Bring your child’s Master Steam Rally Inspector certificate to an event where Victoria the traction engine from Victoria’s Torton Tales is attending, and claim their free sticker.
Don’t just give them a gift; give them an escape from the screen. The Victoria’s Torton Tales Birthday Bundle is packed with hours of quiet, creative play, peaceful bedtime snuggles, and the gentle magic of steam engines. Make their day truly unforgettable, and give parents a well-deserved moment of calm!
A Meaningful Gift That Lasts Longer Than the Toys
Finding a birthday gift that doesn’t require batteries, a charger, or a Wi-Fi connection is getting harder. This Birthday Book Bundle is the perfect antidote to digital overload, bridging the gap between generations with wholesome, historical fun.
What’s Inside the Escape:
- All 5 beautifully illustrated storybooks: Guaranteed peaceful bedtime routines for ages 3–9.
- The Activity & Colouring Book: Screen-free, focused play filled with puzzles and mazes.
- “Let’s Count With Victoria 123”: Taking the frustration out of early learning.
- A “Happy Birthday” card: Featuring all nine beloved characters to make their day extra special.
Bundle price: just £42 (save on individual prices!) with Free UK delivery included.
Share the joy of steam engines and friendship with a gift that will be treasured long after the candles are blown out.
This is a very special story, written specifically for Amberley Museum’s Christmas Adventure events. The book is a smaller size compared to the main storybooks.
In this story, it will soon be Christmas Day, Victoria and Albert have just finished their last jobs and are looking forward to a rest. That all changes when Mr Seward is asked if the engines can help Father Christmas with something very special.
Price: £4.00
What Victoria's fans say...
These fun, colourful picture storybooks, created by children’s author Wendy Wakelin, are huge hits with children aged 3 to 9 years old. Each book has themes of friendship, doing your best and helping each other.
Victoria lives with Mr Seward and his other traction engines in the small imaginary town of Torton, nestled in the hills of the South Downs.
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