LOS ANGELES, CA.- Julien’s Auctions announced Thomas and Friends: The Britt Allcroft Collection auction, a special online-only auction held on September 9th at 10 AM PDT. The auction will feature over 200 lots from the estate of Britt Allcroft, offering fans and collectors a unique opportunity to own a piece of children's television history.

Britt Allcroft was an English writer, producer, and director who is widely celebrated for her contributions to children's television. She is most renowned for adapting Reverend Wilbert Awdry's "The Railway Series" into the globally successful television show Thomas & Friends. Allcroft's vision transformed the beloved books into a live-action model series that captivated audiences worldwide. She also created the live-action series Shining Time Station, which introduced Thomas & Friends to American audiences, and the animated series Magic Adventures of Mumfie, inspired by her own childhood doll. Her work is credited with bringing to life characters and worlds that have become an enduring part of childhood for generations.

The prominence of this auction lies in its ability to offer an intimate look into the creative process of a television legend. Britt Allcroft's work went beyond simply entertaining children; she created shows that were "gentle, smart, and beautifully animated," as described by critics. Her productions, particularly Thomas & Friends, were unique in their focus on the day-to-day realities of railway life, instilling valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and humility. The items in this collection—from the Reverend Awdry's original notes to concept art and production props—represent the very foundation of these beloved shows.

This auction represents itself as more than just a sale of memorabilia, but a celebration of Allcroft's legacy and a chance for fans to connect directly with the magic she created. Moreover, the auction includes a remarkable selection of items from her career, providing a rare glimpse into the production and creative process behind her shows.

Featured lost of the collection include:

• Britt Allcroft "Lady" Locomotive Prop - Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

• Reverend Wilbert Awdry Sodar Island Note Collection – Estimate: $2,000-$3,000

• George Carlin Signed Photo and Other Photos - Estimate: $1,000-$2,000

• Britt Allcroft | Original Childhood "Mumfie the Elephant" Doll – Estimate: $1,000-$2,000.

• Magic Adventures of Mumfie Season Two Storyboard Archive – Estimate: $1,000-$2,000.

• Magic Adventures of Mumfie Background Artwork Lots – Thirty lots of hand-painted background artwork from the television series Magic Adventures of Mumfie are also available, with estimates ranging from $100-$200 to $1,000-$2,000 each.

Additional noteworthy lots include original reference photos and slides for Thomas, Annie, and Clarabel from the first series of Thomas & Friends, a hand-signed letter from Ringo Starr to Allcroft, and an original watercolor concept artwork for the film Thomas and the Magic Railroad.