A combination of updates and trains running brings us the end of 2023. A very Merry Xmas to all. I wish everyone a propserous, safe and enjoyable New Year!!
Happy Xmas Barry and all the best for the New Year. Lovely to see the trains running and the progress cnat wait to see the completed canopies at Trinity Square
Thanks Jonathon. I'm concentrating on the Yarslow canopy first as I'm building it out of plastic card and Plastruct which I have to hand. I have ordered some laser cut brackets from ScaleModelScenery for the TSQ canopy and hope to get on to that by the end of the month. Have a great 2024!!
Superb modelling! I love the annotation, it really adds to the story. Your attention to detail sets you apart as a highly skilled craftsman. This is a fascinating hobby combining engineering with art. Merry Christmas!
Thank you for your comment Liddy, it is very much appreciated. I confess that I see myself as just an ordinary modeller - if I can do this stuff, anyone can. There is still much I cannot do and I admire those who can build loco kits, get signals to work and produce layouts that look real. The more I try and practice, the happier I am with the results - that's the key! Merry Xmas.
Lovely to see proper trains being used on the layout. Just remember that the 5F wasn’t just a freight locomotive. Some of them, such as the Ongar Shuttle from Liverpool Street to Ongar Station on which commuters were transported to London.
The progress you made in a year really shows when you go through your past videos in order like me tonight. Inspirational but also slightly daunting at how much i need to learn. Merry Xmas. Ps. Your scratch building skill is impressive.
Hi. Thanks for your kind comments. My buildings are just framers card with Plasticard surfaces. The secret is a good drawing and photos, plus decent windows and rainwater goods. My first few buildings were awful - just practice and be prepared to fail. There are a few good books on modelling buildings which are worth the investment. Even if you don't match the standards shown in the book, everything learned is useful. I'll do a Quick Bites on buildings in the New Year.
I am jealous, you have a J39 that actually runs, I have bought one off eBay which is dead as a Dodo, so I have that world of pain sending it back. Now I know you can criticise me for eBay purchases, but I have exactly the same problem, bought a Hornby J15 from reputable retailer, also dead as a Dodo, so chopped it in for, wait for it, an Oxford Rail Dean Goods, a marvelous engine, pristine engineering that would put a Swiss watch to shame, so my version of Yarslow loosely based on Corton is currently serviced by a L&Y Crab and a Dean Goods, marvelously reliable engines, but neither belong in East Anglia.
Hi David. I have 3 or 4, all fairly old and all from eBay. They are somewhat basic and don't compare with modern offerings but, if you get the top off, failings might be a simple fix??? A Dean Goods in East Anglia though? Nice looking loco in your defence - can you wangle an excursion or little-known loco exchange story? I promise not to let on if you just blag it. Happy Xmas.
Many Dean Goods locos were handed over to the ROD/WD during WWI, hugely versatile, perhaps you could get away with modellers licence in that it's away from home shed.. A number survived long enough to serve in Europe in WWII, and beyond.
Great developments, and I like the presentaion style too. Happy New Year 🎉🎈🎊🎈🎉
Happy new year!
Happy Xmas Barry and all the best for the New Year. Lovely to see the trains running and the progress cnat wait to see the completed canopies at Trinity Square
Thanks Jonathon. I'm concentrating on the Yarslow canopy first as I'm building it out of plastic card and Plastruct which I have to hand. I have ordered some laser cut brackets from ScaleModelScenery for the TSQ canopy and hope to get on to that by the end of the month. Have a great 2024!!
Great episode, on the mend I hope, all the best for the new year
Thanks!
Merry Christmas and happy New Year!
And to yoju Marc
Superb modelling! I love the annotation, it really adds to the story. Your attention to detail sets you apart as a highly skilled craftsman. This is a fascinating hobby combining engineering with art. Merry Christmas!
Thank you for your comment Liddy, it is very much appreciated. I confess that I see myself as just an ordinary modeller - if I can do this stuff, anyone can. There is still much I cannot do and I admire those who can build loco kits, get signals to work and produce layouts that look real. The more I try and practice, the happier I am with the results - that's the key! Merry Xmas.
Lovely to see proper trains being used on the layout. Just remember that the 5F wasn’t just a freight locomotive. Some of them, such as the Ongar Shuttle from Liverpool Street to Ongar Station on which commuters were transported to London.
Cool, thanks!
The progress you made in a year really shows when you go through your past videos in order like me tonight. Inspirational but also slightly daunting at how much i need to learn. Merry Xmas. Ps. Your scratch building skill is impressive.
Hi. Thanks for your kind comments. My buildings are just framers card with Plasticard surfaces. The secret is a good drawing and photos, plus decent windows and rainwater goods. My first few buildings were awful - just practice and be prepared to fail. There are a few good books on modelling buildings which are worth the investment. Even if you don't match the standards shown in the book, everything learned is useful. I'll do a Quick Bites on buildings in the New Year.
I am jealous, you have a J39 that actually runs, I have bought one off eBay which is dead as a Dodo, so I have that world of pain sending it back. Now I know you can criticise me for eBay purchases, but I have exactly the same problem, bought a Hornby J15 from reputable retailer, also dead as a Dodo, so chopped it in for, wait for it, an Oxford Rail Dean Goods, a marvelous engine, pristine engineering that would put a Swiss watch to shame, so my version of Yarslow loosely based on Corton is currently serviced by a L&Y Crab and a Dean Goods, marvelously reliable engines, but neither belong in East Anglia.
Hi David. I have 3 or 4, all fairly old and all from eBay. They are somewhat basic and don't compare with modern offerings but, if you get the top off, failings might be a simple fix??? A Dean Goods in East Anglia though? Nice looking loco in your defence - can you wangle an excursion or little-known loco exchange story? I promise not to let on if you just blag it. Happy Xmas.
Many Dean Goods locos were handed over to the ROD/WD during WWI, hugely versatile, perhaps you could get away with modellers licence in that it's away from home shed.. A number survived long enough to serve in Europe in WWII, and beyond.
Looks like a lovely layout and some great trains running on it. Subscribed and Merry Christmas.
Thanks for the sub!
Well done for scratch building the terminus station!! It’s going to be a great place for people to wait for trains!!
Long way from finished but it's getting there!
its lookinc good merrychristmas and i hope santa is good to you
Thanks!
Merry Christmas and happy New Year!!
Same to you!
Believe it or not, the J32 was the locomotive involved in the Runaway Train accident at Ongar Station.