Ken Hoole (1916–1988) was an English historian known for his works on the railways of the north east of England.
A railway interest was kindled by daily journeys by train to school in Kingston upon Hull from his home in Bridlington, Yorkshire.
In civilian life his interest led to him becoming a full-time writer on railway history, eventually authoring over 40 books.
Ken Hoole published over forty books as well as numerous magazine articles.
[6][7] The Ken Hoole trust, established in his memory, helps fund projects relating to railway history and heritage.