Hi Hugh, Superb layout, spent many a youthful loco spotter hour on the steps at St Leonard's bridge watching and copping engines. A true epic task to create such a vast project as this, but you have captured the whole essence of the station and shed approaches. Your electronics are incredible and your professionalism to shunting signals is worthy of special mention. A great credit to your modelling efforts and skills. So enjoyed reliving my past, well done for giving us an update on what is a massive commitment and well worth labour of love. Incredible cheers, Dave
Hi Hugh, good to see the progress, i know what you mean about summer getting in the way! Always enjoy the running session, it’s going to look fantastic when the scenery goes in, I’m looking forward to it all progressing. Cheers for now, John
Dont think I have your skills Hugh but I would be grateful for your opinion of my model railway. Please check out dougsmodelrailway - all one word. Keep the vids coming!@@perthsouth5576
Really like the weathering on the points and point motors, looks very realistic. All that wiring reminds just why I opted for a simple Highland station with passing loop and a few sidings!
Hi Hugh - Always a delight to see you have a new video on here. As always it does not disappoint. Very interesting regarding the lights, not sure how I will do that on my layout yet but Dapol are bringing out a fantastic range in N Gauge. Loved the running session at the end, time just runs by watching that. Be very interesting how you are going to fill all the gaps in on your layout. Regards Chris
Cheers Chris. Good to hear from you. Yes the gaps are a problem. Because the track beds are all at different heights and gradients, I wanted to keep the top line of the backscene level but have ended up with these gaps. My plan is to have another smaller backscene in front with perhaps some buildings but mainly walls and trees etc. Not sure how it will work out. Will just have to try a few things and see what works. All the best. Hugh
Hi Hugh, I’m almost embarrassed to admit that I’ve only just found your channel. What a terrific layout and some marvellous track work. I see we both use Digitrax and train controller, although I must confess I have some serious data flow issues with mine currently. Keep up the great work mate, regards, Charlie
Many thanks Charlie. Honoured to have you watching my videos! When I started planning the electronics and control of the layout, I watched all Dave Townend’s early McKinley Railway videos and decided to copy what he did! Our local club also uses Digitrax so that helped my DCC choice. Good luck with your goods yard. Fascinating to see your layout all come together. Hugh
Thanks for the update always enjoy visiting Perth South. We can only do what we can do, other things especially in the summer months do take over. Great running session at the end atb Andy
Hi Hugh, I did a whole comment and lost it but a super video nice to see all the new works and the trains running with the super sounds I love it. Keep well and hope to see more frequent videos from you as it progresses. Cheers Robert.
Thank you Hugh for the most welcome update. I must admit I do not enjoy signalling but to take it on in the epic proportions you have would terrify me. That said the perseverance you have shown on this area is amazing. Like you, summer has removed a lot of modelling time and I am now planning for a six month stint in the workshop working on my stock. The track work looks great, and ballast always causes stress and discussion. It took me over 20 years to find one in N gauge that satisfied my needs. Looking forward to the next episode. Warmest regards, Bob
Your weathering around the station looks great with some subtle weathering too. All nicely complimented by the back scene. It is starting to come alive. 👍
Very, very impressive, thoroughly enjoyed watching this update. The wiring... my goodness. Have you seen the recent posting from Charlie's friends at McKinley and the issues they're having with Tortoise motors (worth a watch)?
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. Yes I have seen Dave Townend’s video about his Tortoise problems. Haven’t had any issues so far but now I’ll know what to look out for. Thanks. Hugh
Thanks for watching. Re the Duke of Gloucester, no I don’t think it ever did, but I will check with a few people who have better knowledge than I. All the best. Hugh
Wow Hugh, the layout is looking very grand my friend. Patients and effort that's all you need and you will create something special with PERTH SOUTH. Keep up the great work. all the very best Tony
Hi Andrew. Many thanks for watching and commenting. No not really any problems with heat though I rarely went into the loft on very hot days. I do have plenty of Windows I can open though. No issues encountered with buckled or damaged track. Thanks and speak soon. Hugh
It's a fantastic room, setup and layout you've created there. I'm not much into steam myself but I can imagine the kaleidoscopic myriad of more modern era locos and rollingstock looking interesting and resplendent on and against your layout setting instead. Regards Julian
I think your smoke staining on the road bridge is too regimental. They should very in depth of dirt depending on the use of the said route. But you have a fantastic representation of Perth south which any modeller would be proud of. Look forward to your future updates regards John
You are probably correct about the smoke John though it doesn’t look as strong in real life as it does on film. Thanks for your comments and glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
This is the first time I've seen this layout and I'm kind of speechless. It's so large I'm struggling to work out what gauge it is, I thought 00 then thought no, it's the next one up? I'm back to railway modelling for the first time since I was a kid in the 70s and am just planning a tiny 00 gauge diorama of a loco shed, something slightly less ambitious than this layout. I can learn alot from watching experts like yourself, this looks pretty much scratch built? Is it a replica of parts of the Perth network? I'll need to watch some older vids to learn more.
Hi and thanks for watching and for your kind comments. The layout is OO gauge and it’s Peco track all proprietary rolling stock. It measures roughly 20’ x 11’. It is very much based on the south end of Perth station. The track layout south of the station is almost exactly like Perth but there are lots of things I have changed simply because the prototype takes up so much space or because I wanted to include a particular feature (like the goods yard). There is a lot about the background and planning of the layout in some of my older videos if you are interested. Many thanks. Hugh
Hi Hugh, Superb layout, spent many a youthful loco spotter hour on the steps at St Leonard's bridge watching and copping engines. A true epic task to create such a vast project as this, but you have captured the whole essence of the station and shed approaches. Your electronics are incredible and your professionalism to shunting signals is worthy of special mention. A great credit to your modelling efforts and skills. So enjoyed reliving my past, well done for giving us an update on what is a massive commitment and well worth labour of love. Incredible cheers, Dave
Many thanks Dave. You are very kind. Lots to do over the coming months and no doubt years to come. All the best. Hugh
So glad you're back and loving the tweaks to performance. Some super running shots of trains chasing each other! Superb!
Thanks John. Hugh
Fabulous. Love to watch the running session.
Thanks so much.
Howard
Thanks Howard. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Hi Hugh, good to see the progress, i know what you mean about summer getting in the way!
Always enjoy the running session, it’s going to look fantastic when the scenery goes in, I’m looking forward to it all progressing.
Cheers for now, John
Many thanks John. Yes railway modelling not really a summer pastime. Hugh
A super layout and insight into it, thanks very much!
Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Hi Hugh
Fabulous as always. Your track work is amazing. Excellent!
Thanks Dougie. All the best. Hugh
Dont think I have your skills Hugh but I would be grateful for your opinion of my model railway. Please check out dougsmodelrailway - all one word.
Keep the vids coming!@@perthsouth5576
Really like the weathering on the points and point motors, looks very realistic. All that wiring reminds just why I opted for a simple Highland station with passing loop and a few sidings!
Thanks John. Highland stations work for me too. All the best. Hugh
Hi Hugh - Always a delight to see you have a new video on here. As always it does not disappoint. Very interesting regarding the lights, not sure how I will do that on my layout yet but Dapol are bringing out a fantastic range in N Gauge. Loved the running session at the end, time just runs by watching that. Be very interesting how you are going to fill all the gaps in on your layout.
Regards Chris
Cheers Chris. Good to hear from you. Yes the gaps are a problem. Because the track beds are all at different heights and gradients, I wanted to keep the top line of the backscene level but have ended up with these gaps. My plan is to have another smaller backscene in front with perhaps some buildings but mainly walls and trees etc. Not sure how it will work out. Will just have to try a few things and see what works. All the best. Hugh
Evening Hugh. Great update on your Perth layout 👍🏻
Many thanks Stevie. Glad you liked it. All the best. Hugh
Fantastic job, layout is amazing
Thanks. Glad you liked it. Hugh
Hi Hugh, I’m almost embarrassed to admit that I’ve only just found your channel. What a terrific layout and some marvellous track work. I see we both use Digitrax and train controller, although I must confess I have some serious data flow issues with mine currently. Keep up the great work mate, regards, Charlie
Many thanks Charlie. Honoured to have you watching my videos! When I started planning the electronics and control of the layout, I watched all Dave Townend’s early McKinley Railway videos and decided to copy what he did! Our local club also uses Digitrax so that helped my DCC choice. Good luck with your goods yard. Fascinating to see your layout all come together. Hugh
Love the way your layout looks!!! A Labour of Love! A lot of hard work!!!👏👏👏
Many thanks. Glad you like it. Hugh
another great session more please
Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
A magnificent layout Hugh, fantastic progress
Thanks Alastair. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Thanks for the update always enjoy visiting Perth South. We can only do what we can do, other things especially in the summer months do take over. Great running session at the end atb Andy
Many thanks Andy. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Hi Hugh,
I did a whole comment and lost it but a super video nice to see all the new works and the trains running with the super sounds I love it. Keep well and hope to see more frequent videos from you as it progresses.
Cheers Robert.
Hi Robert and nice of you to watch and comment. Yes hopefully more videos soon. All the best. Hugh
wow - amazing progress.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Thank you Hugh for the most welcome update. I must admit I do not enjoy signalling but to take it on in the epic proportions you have would terrify me. That said the perseverance you have shown on this area is amazing. Like you, summer has removed a lot of modelling time and I am now planning for a six month stint in the workshop working on my stock.
The track work looks great, and ballast always causes stress and discussion. It took me over 20 years to find one in N gauge that satisfied my needs.
Looking forward to the next episode.
Warmest regards, Bob
Many thanks Bob. Good to hear from you. Hope your stint in your workshop goes well. All the best. Hugh
Loved the update and enjoyed seeing the trains go around ... Steve
Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Your weathering around the station looks great with some subtle weathering too. All nicely complimented by the back scene. It is starting to come alive. 👍
Thank you very much for your comments. Glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
Excellent.
Thanks Allan. Hopefully see you Thursday. Hugh
Just Awesome 👌
I dream of a Layout like this,
What are the Dimensions,
Many thanks for watching. Glad you like it. The layout is roughly 20’ x 11’. All the best. Hugh
Very, very impressive, thoroughly enjoyed watching this update. The wiring... my goodness. Have you seen the recent posting from Charlie's friends at McKinley and the issues they're having with Tortoise motors (worth a watch)?
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. Yes I have seen Dave Townend’s video about his Tortoise problems. Haven’t had any issues so far but now I’ll know what to look out for. Thanks. Hugh
Thanks for the update and video 📹 Did the Duke of Gloucester Iver Run to Perth
Thanks for watching. Re the Duke of Gloucester, no I don’t think it ever did, but I will check with a few people who have better knowledge than I. All the best. Hugh
Thanks for the update and info
Wow Hugh, the layout is looking very grand my friend. Patients and effort that's all you need and you will create something special with PERTH SOUTH. Keep up the great work. all the very best Tony
Many thanks Tony, both for watching and your comment. Always enjoy watching your progress too. All the best. Hugh
WOW!
Thanks. Glad you liked it.
As ever just loving the layout and the video Hugh. Did you have problems with heat during the hot summer days?
Hi Andrew. Many thanks for watching and commenting. No not really any problems with heat though I rarely went into the loft on very hot days. I do have plenty of Windows I can open though. No issues encountered with buckled or damaged track. Thanks and speak soon. Hugh
It's a fantastic room, setup and layout you've created there. I'm not much into steam myself but I can imagine the kaleidoscopic myriad of more modern era locos and rollingstock looking interesting and resplendent on and against your layout setting instead. Regards Julian
Thanks Julian. You never know, I might change over the stock one day and try something more modern! 😉Hugh
Hi , everything ok , its been a while , missing your updates , cheers , Frank
Hi Frank. Yes all ok. Just been busy. Working on layout again and should have another update soon.
@@perthsouth5576 , thats good to hear, I look forward to the next updates , regards m Frank .
I think your smoke staining on the road bridge is too regimental. They should very in depth of dirt depending on the use of the said route.
But you have a fantastic representation of Perth south which any modeller would be proud of. Look forward to your future updates regards John
You are probably correct about the smoke John though it doesn’t look as strong in real life as it does on film. Thanks for your comments and glad you enjoyed it. Hugh
This is the first time I've seen this layout and I'm kind of speechless. It's so large I'm struggling to work out what gauge it is, I thought 00 then thought no, it's the next one up? I'm back to railway modelling for the first time since I was a kid in the 70s and am just planning a tiny 00 gauge diorama of a loco shed, something slightly less ambitious than this layout. I can learn alot from watching experts like yourself, this looks pretty much scratch built? Is it a replica of parts of the Perth network? I'll need to watch some older vids to learn more.
Hi and thanks for watching and for your kind comments. The layout is OO gauge and it’s Peco track all proprietary rolling stock. It measures roughly 20’ x 11’. It is very much based on the south end of Perth station. The track layout south of the station is almost exactly like Perth but there are lots of things I have changed simply because the prototype takes up so much space or because I wanted to include a particular feature (like the goods yard). There is a lot about the background and planning of the layout in some of my older videos if you are interested. Many thanks. Hugh
@@perthsouth5576 Thanks Hugh, I'll definitely be watching more to see how you this layout progresses. Paul