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- Most of us have seen layouts of such quality, that we could only dream of building.
One such layout was built by a friend who sadly died a couple of years ago.
View it here at Chadwick Model Railway.
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Oh Charlie What a beautiful little layout, some of the buildings are amazing and the overall ambience is something I would love to be able to achieve on my layout, maybe once I have put in the many hours it must have taken to build that layout maybe I will be somewhere close ... doubt it 🙂
I couldn’t agree more Halton.
It’s an incredible piece of modelling.
Regards, Charlie
Nice little layout Charlie, hope you enjoy it using it at your show. JR
Dave, who built this layout, was my wife's uncle. We thoroughly enjoyed your video paying tribute to Dave and his workmanship and we do hope this continues to bring joy to others.
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Stephen.
It really is a gem of a layout and a tribute to Dave’s dedication to the hobby. Regards, Charlie
It's Friday but the wrong Friday. Yay Nay Boooo. I come back next Friday. Yay!!!
Not to worry, boombox, I’ve just finished next weeks, it’s in the carband ready to go. Regards, Charlie
A lovely layout. For the front baseboard might I suggest having a brass tribute plaque to the builder.
What a very thoughtful comment. Great idea.
What an excellent idea, I’m on the case. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie, I expect you’ve sorted this by now, if not I’m happy to laser engrave an acrylic brass effect one.
A pure labour of love I hope the guy (R.I.P.) had a long time to enjoy it, I know I will.
I believe Dave was more of a builder than an operator. Hence, he built such wonderful layouts. Regards Charlie
A wonderful memorial to Dave, A top notch scratch builder. RIP SIR :o) Also the head shunt could be easily extended with a tunnel mouth to allow larger trains and fiddle yard out of sight. :o)
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Alan, it really is a gem and a tribute to our Dave. Regards, Charlie
The slightly cartoonish Back drop is marvellously atmospheric :-) a touch Ivor the engine ;-)
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Alan.
Once you've taken a layout to an exhibition you'll be hooked! It can be maddening when things are going wrong but when they are going right it can be extremely enjoyable. Effectively, one or two days playing trains all day 😀 A sequence of some sort is a very good idea. You mention it being a two man lift to move each board, well you will want a second man with you anyway. One to operate whilst the other looks round the show, has lunch or makes a trip to the little boys room. Swap over regularly and you will both enjoy yourselves a lot. 😉
Make an excellent point and I have a number two. Regards, Charlie
OH MY GOD. This is absolutely, BLOODY AWESOME. Its a pity the builder is no longer with us, as I would have told him this to his face. It is without doubt the best scratch built, Or otherwise, I have ever seen.
Thank you Charlie, for sharing this with us.
Thank you Sam for such a heartwarming comment. Dave would have been very proud. Regards, Charlie
This is great. Honestly I feel sleepy watching this.
Fabulous layout.
Thanks Billy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie
Ahh witch craft with magnets. Top notch thanks for sharing that beautiful work of art.
Thanks Avi, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie
Fantastic and informative video on a preowned train. Enjoy your bank holiday weekend.
Thanks Mark, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
This beautiful layout is a classic example of what happens with all of us old guys and our dearly built and constructed layouts. My pike is exactly this size, and I've made provision for its future use after I've moved on - which is not really so different from what has happened to your friend's layout. I made the conscious decision several years back to go this size so I could enjoy my hobby, and still not burden my family with "what do we do with all this now that he's gone?" Sure, I wanted to build that dream layout; but it just didn't make sense for me.
Anyway, it's great that you are helping out with preserving the wonderful work Dave obviously put his heart into. And, it will be presented so that a new generation of railway modelers can be inspired to share this wonderful hobby. Keep the layout, Charlie. I would.
So pleased that you have decided upon the future of your layout, Pat.
It is a very difficult situation, and as you say, not to burden those left behind.
Stay safe mate, regards, Charlie
Wow, that's pretty elaborate. Museum Quality. Belongs in a Museum.
Yes it’s a real gem. Regards Charlie
Charlie, the details in that little layout are amazing. What attention to details.
I am so pleased you have taken up the batten, so to speak, and am giving it a future, it would be a criminal offence if it ended up in a skip.
I hope that your exhibition goes well, and perhaps someone will take it on, and "do the circuit" so to speak.
I hope that you and your wife are now recovered from Covid, and well and truly on the mend.
Cheers, and stay safe, Michael
Thanks Michael, we are both feeling much better now. Regards Charlie
It brilliantly has the look of a rundown industrial town in the 70’s. Socially shabby and tired buildings screaming for the developers wrecking ball: it really is a layout of exceptional quality and kudos to the late gentleman who created it.
I couldn’t agree more David, it’s a real gem.
One thing that I consider genius, is the entrance at the rear, behind the buildings, to hide the fiddle yard, and the emphasis on the freight works. Also nice, the kickback to the passenger's halt, you can have some action with a GWR Pannier and an autocoach (for the time period). Other solution à la Minories, two engines, one incoming with the coaches, a second one waiting at the station to take them on the return trip. An interesting situation, because you can imagine the railway company will maximalize the use of the engines : one coming with freight cars, shunting and waiting for the passenger train she will take back, while the second can do some more shunting, waiting for the next passenger train to come, or taking away some freight wagons. You have dozen of possibilities on all the big four with mixed traffic tank engines : A V1 or V3 for the LNER, a E4 or a Terrier for the SR, or an Ivatt 2MT tank for the LMS. A standard 2MT or 3MT for the BR would be at home too. That's my pick here for the steam nuts like me !
A great comment, Oliver, which shows the layout is true flexibility. Regards, Charlie
A great little layout for exhibitions!
Yes, it’s a real gem KMR.
Thank you for sharing in such detail, Professor! These types of layouts are not common in the US, so it was fun to see how they work. Your friend built a beautiful layout and I am sure he would be glad that you're the one taking care of it now.
That’s very kind of you to say so mate. It really is a beautiful piece of modelling. Stay safe, regards, Charlie
Very nice Charlie and thanks for showing us.
You’re most welcome Alan. Regards Charlie
Well done young Charlie Boy in bringing to life and running a little session in the memory of this layouts builder 🙂😎
I’m so pleased that you found a video. Interesting mate. Stay safe, regards, Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway Videos like this will also keep the channel varied and alive Charlie and it’s not just about trains anymore but a memory of a ‘fallen spotter’ 🚂
Also l bet when his widow reads some of the lovely comments here she’ll be very touched 😢
Awesome those scratch made buildings are reminiscent of the type John H Ahern would do. Truly marvelous work by Dave, just shows what can be achieved in a relatively small area. Great that you are looking after the layout. Many thanks for sharing this.
I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Clive. Stay safe. Regards Charlie
Charlie, it is so nice to see that you felt strongly enough about this layout to take over the restoration of it. It truly is a little work of art. I too had acquired a layout by someone I knew who has passed. His name was Dave Methlie and he had built a number of layouts here in the States to promote his business at train shows, some of which were featured in Model Railroader Magazine. I was lucky enough to acquire Dave's Deer Mountain layout with the idea of restoring it. It was in much the same shape as this one. Sadly I just didn't have the time to devote to it that I felt it deserved. I hope that you have the time needed that this lovely little layout deserves.
What a heartwarming comment, Tom. I do have the time, or I can make it, it’s having a space of storage. Regards, Charlie
Superb, just lovely. I would most certainly invest in this beauty if I lived your side of the pond. It is very pleasing to the eye. Your buddy was a very clever bloke.
Thanks Steven, yes it’s a real gem. Regards Charlie
Thank you for another awesome video Charlie
You’re most welcome Mels. Regards Charlie
Delightful. Sympathetically presented. What a beautiful layout. I think you should buy it. It deserves to be showcased.
Thanks Paul, it’s certainly tempting.
Very nice little railway , I like your class 14 as spent many a happy hour as loco crew at my heritage railway with one of these and we used it for regular passanger trains and also engineering /trip working and must say there lovely locos , would love to meet any one that drove them back in there hey days on British rail.
I couldn’t agree more Ian. Those teddy bears are tremendous little locos. Regards, Charlie.
I nice exhibition layout and I'm sure you and club members will show it off well.
Stayed on holiday for many years at west camel and heard about your club but always at wrong time of year to see an exhibition.
I really enjoy your videos they give a lot of pointers and tips which helps both novice and professionals.
That’s very kind of you to say so Alex . One day perhaps our timings will be right. Regards, Charlie
Those point motors and systems look almost home made, like a DIY solution based in a PIC or similar microcontroller.
What a lovely layout. I am so happy you were able to save it.
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video Brendan. I’ve sorted out the point motors and their instructions, they were made by ZTC. Regards, Charlie
When creative 'art' and model Railway 'purpose' blend perfectly. It is very rare to see layouts that depicts both of these qualities together as this one does in such a realistic way ! A jewel to cherish. Happy model railroading Sir.
Very true Fillip, this one is a real masterpiece. Regards Charlie
What an absolutely fantastic layout, "beautiful" I really can see myself going down that rabbit hole, At that depth it'll not eat into dining room space enough to upset.... well... anyone really...
A great layout with such a small footprint. Go on SW, build one!
AnyRail has taken a beating over the last week or so, I think I've sort of ended up with a cross between that little exhibition layout and old Chadwick TMD...
Wow ! IMHO I would leave the dust . ie For a weathering look . How ever if you think ,it’s on the dusty side . I would most Certainly a trust your decision.
I think this lay out, would truly be fun. I do see what you’re saying, about the all day standing . Scratching your head , about that rolling stock was there.
I liked the loco you had on it . The switcher units, you have on it look right at home .
The passenger unit, was some what out of place . Very new and unweathered .
You have made some excellent observations Phillip. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie I have watched most of your video's bit never had the time to reply! But had too today what a marvelous layout I agree with all of the comments and hope you can keep it as I would like to visit your club's exhibition and see it and you're self on the 30th as I would imagine quite a few of others would?My name's Mike Wootton from south Devon and only just starting on my recreation of my local branch line,from Kingsbridge to South Brent called the Primrose line! sadly no more!! But as I suffer badly with SAD it was suggested to me as a way of getting through the winter months!! Currently laid up with a dislocated shoulder, I thought it was high time , I thanked you for your most excellent video's,😃👍 you really do inspire me and you're knowledge and enthusiasm helps me a great deal !! Many thanks again best wishes Mike.
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Mike, and I look forward to meeting you on the 30th. Regards, Charlie
You can't beat a shunting layout, I'm currently building one 🙂. Really enjoyed that one Charlie and I reckon your locomotives and rollingstock will look just fine at the exhibition irrespective of era. Familiarity with your own equipment will also be a bonus.
Thanks Steve, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway Charlie, judging by the lovely comments there is a lot of interest in Dave's layout. Please keep us posted, including how you and the layout got on at the Show.
His family will be so pleased what you are doing with the layout. Thanks Charlie.
I do hope so Roger. Regards Charlie
Lovley little layout which people would be happy to see at an exhibition with the inclusion of a couple of steam loco's, fitted with the programable Kadee uncoupling system!
I think you’ve hit the nail on the head there mate. It is such a gem it has to be shared. Regards Charlie
Sweet 😎
Thanks Michael, regards, Charlie
Work of art! Thanks for sharing.
You’re most welcome James, I’m just so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards, Charlie
Wow. All I can say is wow. I love how the layout isn’t the biggest so it forces you into adding every touch of detail and you sure did! Wonderful layout and I loo forward to projects in the future!
-Will
Thanks Well, yes, I can only totally agree, it’s a beautiful piece of work.
What a fabulous layout. As you say I can only dream of creating such a beautiful model railway. I am sure that your viewers will appreciate seeing it and also appreciate you taking the time to honour the gentleman who created it. Perhaps his widow would like to know how much pleasure and inspiration seeing this railway has provided. Thanks again 🚂
What a heartwarming, Lindsay.
Stay safe. Kind regards, Charlie.
Beautiful layout! Nice to see!
Thanks Ronny, regards, Charlie
Stunning layouts.
Thanks Mike, regards Charlie
A very nice layout. The gent had a true talent and agree it should be preserved as far as possible.
Thanks Basil , for such a heartwarming comment. Regards, Charlie
What a cracking little layout, the buildings look great, a lot of effort has been put into this, I hope to be able to get this level of detail on my layout.
Good luck mate with your layout.
This one sets a very high standard which perhaps we should to aim for. Stay safe, regards, Charlie
Buy it. You and the wife might have fun at exhibitions.
I’m not too sure that my wife will Charles.
Regards, Charlie
What a lovely layout.
Thanks Rod, it really is a gem. Regards, Charlie
Great exhibition layout. Looking forward to seeing it.
Yes indeed, Andrew, it’s a real gem. Regards, Charlie
Awesome layout Charlie!! Love it!! Cheers Onno.
Thanks Onno. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.
Great video Charlie and a great little model of you friends
Yes John, it's a real gem. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, That point motor looks like an old ZTC one. Now Taunton Controls. Graham at that club would be able to confirm,
That’s exactly right mate. ZTC it is. Regards, Charlie
awesomw video Charlie
Thanks Christopher, I’m so pleased you enjoyed it. Regards
Fantastic. One can only dream.
I know the feeling Graham. Regards, Charlie
Lovely little layout.
Thanks Colin, yes it’s a real gem.
Thanks for sharing your video and and interesting facts.
You’re most welcome, Mark. Regards, Charlie.
Great video Charlie..a classic example of what can be achieved in a small space with good imagination. 👍
Yes, Graham, Dave was certainly a talented Moadeller. Regards, Charlie
Great layout, Charlie
Can’t wait to see it on the 30th
That’s great Ken. I look forward to it.
Regards Charlie
We will dream on with your posts, mate! Thanks again for all the content...
Thanks Oscar, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting mate.
Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie, excellent layout with detail - Well presented I really like your presentation & extra info BZ Tom
Thanks Tom, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie
What a wonderful layout you have there, Charlie. I just love the muted colours that make this traditional town scene layout look so realistic. I’m not a fan of layouts that have bright colours more suited to Noddy’s Toy Town. I’m sure if Dave is looking down, he will be delighted that his layout had ended up in safe hands.
As a TrainController man, Charlie, the ‘KD Shuffle’ can be incorporated into a Schedule for automatic operation under the supervision of TrainController. Best, Jason.
Thanks Jason. If I do keep it, I’ll certainly look into using TC. Regards Charlie
Beautiful Charlie very envious.
Yes, Peter really is a wonderful construction. Regards, Charlie
Absolutely beautiful layout a real credit to Dave . I look forward to seeing this wonderful layout on the 30 th December
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Howard. Regards Charlie
What a stunning little layout! Your video and explanation has made me appreciate small layouts, so thank you Charlie.
Thanks Ian, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. It really is a gem, regards, Charlie
What a WONDERFUL layout ...... so very nice.... and so "picturesque"
Thanks Kevin, I’m so pleased you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie
Seems that it has been made with loving care, the coal merchants area is absolutely wonderful and the light halfway across the footbridge brings it all to life. it would be marvelous to display and show the model train people what can be achieved and such a shame a man with such talent is lost to us forever
Such a thoughtful and heartwarming comment, Frank. Regards, Charlie
Charlie, I must say there are a great number of us who would love a layout like this if we only had the space! Still I am glad it is with a custodian such as youself, your friend will live on through his work as long as persons like you can care for it and pass it on.
What a heartwarming comment Ben. Regards Charlie.
This layout is absolutely enchanting.
Yes MM, it's a real gem. Regards Charlie
Nice to see you the weekend Charlie at Wincanton, Thanks for visiting. If you get on ok with the layout and you still have it, do you want to bring it next year??? Lovely little layout and you also being a fairly local!! Thanks Steve
Thanks Steve, yes it’s great to meet up. I’m unsure whether I will show it myself. Perhaps if you message me in the summertime, we can sort something out. Regards, Charlie
It's really nice that Dave's layout lives on at least. I'm sure it would make an excellent show at the exhibition.
Yes I’m sure it will be admired at the show. Regards, Charlie
Nice video Charlie. I have to say what a beautiful exhibition layout layout. it will be great to see it at another exhibition in the future. - Nicholas.
Whoever ends at the owner, I’m sure it will end up on the exhibition circuit. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie, an extremely interesting video of an excellent shunting layout. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Greg
Glad you enjoyed it Greg, it's a real gem. Regards Charlie
Looking at this layout has given me some inspiration. I need to get down to my cellar layout, 'Ainthorpe Junction' and sort things out when the weather improves - i.e., gets warmer - so I can make some improvements on the working environment. Build up the backscene in a layered way similar to yours, I've had the materials for some time (but hospitals had other ideas). The insight is adventurous in concept!
I’m glad that you are regaining your Mojo Alan. Regards, Charlie
You are right Charlie, a beautiful little layout,well worth preserving.👍
Thanks Martyn, and I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie
It’s a superb little layout with an expertly crafted scene which belies its simplicity. You’ve used it to great advantage to illustrate some of your ever-useful tips and techniques. Could that be its occasional future on the exhibition circuit, perhaps?
Yes, it would be nice to see it on the exhibition circuit Will.
But for me, I think I would add little automation.
Regards, Charlie
What a lovely little layout. Obviously a lot of care and love went into building that. Certainly deserves to be seen by many. Good luck with exhibiting Charlie. Thanks for sharing. Roy.
Thanks Roy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie
Quite superb. And thank you also for guidance on couplings - must try them.
Yes, good luck with that Alex, they’re not always that straightforward! Regards, Charlie
What a nice piece of construction, I could see P class, Terrier, M7, an old pull push unit...
Yes, it does leave itself. open too lots of variety. Regards, Charlie
What a great little layout, it's nice your keeping it going. Dave sure did have an eye for detai, another great video cheers Charlie 👍
Thanks, Jeff, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie
Super super little layout. Best wishes charlie. Keep well.
Still thoroughly enjoying your channel...its pushing me more than ever now to get back to my trains and starting again..
Many thanks. Keep up your good work.
Thanks Shane. I’m so pleased that you found it inspiring. Regards Charlie
Wonderful, hope it finds, a great home, with lots of kindness. a real model, man.
Thanks Tony, it really is a gem of a layout. Regards, Charlie
i love this little layout and would obviously love to purchase it!
Yes Ben, it is a real gem.
I’m troubled, however, it’s true value. Regards, Charlie
How nice is that. Definitely needs to be seen and operated. Looking forward to seeing it on 30th December cheers
Thanks Ade, please come over and say hello. Regards Charlie
What a beautiful layout thanks for sharing that was really enjoyable
Keep safe and well
Andy
Glad you enjoyed it Andy, it's a real gem. Regards Charlie
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It’s a really nice thing you have done there and I wished we had more people in the hobby like your good self.
A lovely little layout. Well done for taking it on and giving it the public viewing it - and it's builder - deserves. What a shame that, sometimes, achievements during a lifetime are not fully recognised until one has passed away.
I hope that, one way or another, it will find a good home.
Thank you for such a heartwarming comment. Stay safe, regards, Charlie
thankyou to you dave and his widow, very interesting,roy
I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting Roy. Regards, Charlie
What wonderful detail of the townscape in the background. A very dedicated modeler has built this layout.
Thanks Alan, yes he really was a gifted Moadeller. Regards, Charlie
A fantastic little layout. I've always been drawn to the smaller layouts at exhibitions, good luck on the 30th. Can I suggest for the scenic break on the backscene you model a tall chimney it would blend in with the others on the backscene itself and cover the break.
I was going to post this... Though, don't make it too conspicuous that it draws the eye to itself. Just something tall and boring will hide that gap!
A great suggestion gentleman. Regards, Charlie
As always, a great video Charlie! Oh and what a fabulous layout it is! It will look fantastic at the show! A little idea I had…perhaps a spotting list of unique items on the layout; the fisherman for example, to keep viewers (especially the younger ones!) entertained! Can’t wait for the next video!
An excellent suggestion, Kingsbrook. Stay safe, regards, Charlie
Great video - I am sure Dave would be tickled pink to know his layout is in your hands and going on exhibition. Brilliant !
Thank you very much for your comments from down under. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Yours Charlie
You have helped me a great deal sir, I look forward to your videos , I am looking forward to many more, cheers
Glad to hear it Robert, regards Charlie
What a fantastic layout! I hope some day to be able to build a layout of such quality
You and me both mate. We live in awe of such modelling skills. Regards, Charlie
It's a well-executed layout, and I hope everything goes well on it's first outing in your charge. I am fairly certain the widow would be extremely pleased to see it working, and seeing the enjoyment that it gives to the operator, and the viewing public.
Yes, it’s a gem of the layout, and hopefully my operating it won’t be too. Disappointing! Regards, Charlie
Wonderful Charlie great layout.
Thanks Tony, it’s a real beauty.
Regards Charlie
Smashing little layout Charlie. Will try to get to your exhibition.
Thanks, Pete, it would be great for you to come along. Regards, Charlie
Thank you Charlie for all your hard work over this year merry Xmas from Craig ,New Zealand
Thanks Craig, that’s very much appreciated. And the same greetings to you and yours. Regards Charlie
My hat comes off to Dave's skills, and for your kindness in taking his beautiful layout on. I hope you turn out to be "an exhibition sort of guy." You could of course set it up as a shunting puzzle, with playing cards for the different wagons. That might make you day more varied. Have fun with it Charlie.
Thanks CB, for an excellent suggestion. Regards, Charlie
What a wonderful layout the attention to detail is staggering! I am new to modelling and thanks to you Charlie I am motivated enough to attempt my layout! you have such a wonderful calming voice and a lovely accent I envy! Cheers From Park City Utah!
Thanks Ezra, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie
Lovely layout - it'll be a tribute to the guy who built it to have it shown at an exibition. Cheers Euan
I’m so pleased that you found the video. Interesting Euan. Regards, Charlie
Brilliant little layout that, you are lucky to have come by it. I like that it is a little shunter's puzzle, and I think that would lend itself well to an exhibition, as long as it is near the tea stand.
I also had a look at the linked video to set up an engine mount decoupling device, and was very impressed. I like that idea a lot, and will look at incorporating this into my layout in the future. Thanks again for a great vid.
I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting Peter. Regards, Charlie.
What a beauty! The detail in the modelling is absolutely exquisite. I’ve always been fascinated by shunting puzzle layouts and the variety of routines you can manage with them. Perhaps, if it’s not in the cards to purchase the layout yourself, you could convince your club to do so. As you say, just a touch of TLC would do wonders to clean up the loose ends, but it certainly a diamond in rough. What a gem! Thank you for sharing.
Hi Graham, I can’t agree more. It really is a valuable gem. Regards, Charlie
Vary nice layout good luck with the show in December, I'll look forward to seeing your video of it on display.
Thanks for your best wishes, John, stay safe mate, regards, Charlie