Just love all your vlogs. Excellent idea attaching a camera to the train. All of your vlogs are just so professional. Totally lost for words as to this layout, total class …👍🏻👍🏻
Wonderful. Deansgate yard is superb-magnificent buildings with such interesting windows-one of those places ordinary mortals never normally see. The footplate trip was excellent, and it made me focus on the superb trackwork. One of the things I love is the sturdiness of your locomotives, giving the feeling of weight and power of their prototypes. I finished work, sat down, and there was Crook Street. What a treat.
Simply amazing. My dads office was on Bolton Deansgate in the Post Office in the early 70's. Look what I missed. This layout is amazing, quality of modelling, atmosphere.....
Hi, Yes, but was'nt there a branch to Deansgate? My dad was in the old GPO building there, if only I'd known to look for traces. Probably under Moor Ln bus station and Le Mans Crescent.
There was indeed, it ran along Ormerod St, through Bolton Iron and Steel works and to Deansgate warehouse. However, it didn't look like my version! So I've stolen history and perverted it to my own ends...! Check out the link for the truth... ! www.disused-stations.org.uk/b/bolton_deansgate_goods/index.shtml
I've had a good look at the article so thanks. Sadly the warehouse had gone by 1970/1 or at least I don't remember it. I was at Turton school in Bromley Cross so we used to catch the train afterwards to Trinity street then I'd use the footbridge to Newport street and get a lift home to Egerton with my dad from Deansgate. I don't remember ever discussing Great Moor St. and surrounds. Strange. I love your version, the buildings are marvellous.
Brilliant. The detailing and weathering are superb. There is so much to miss on the first viewing so more are needed. Congratulations. A level of modeling that I aspire to but will probably never even approach. Well done.
Another cracking video, I never tire of my visits to Crook Street and the footplate pass to Deansgate is a masterstroke. Seeing your work makes me realise why I model in 7mm. Thanks for posting😊
would love to see a magee,s marshall water tank in the goods yard, this local brewery sourced water from burton on trent and had there own logo tankers.
Brilliant!....wish I could go back in time to experience working on our local railways. My great great grandfather was a driver and fireman for nearly 50 years on all the lines around Bolton and plodder Lane.....from the 20s right up to the last days of steam .
That's fantastic, he might have driven one of those engines. The Coal Engine 3286 was allocated to Plodder Lane in 1917, maybe it was still there in the 1920s... ATB
@lnwrcrookstreet9954 possibly, his house which is now our home js just up the road from plodder Lane Station .....he bought it from new in 1930s after moving from the flower estate near harper Green. His was based at plodder Lane sheds and Bolton so worked all the local lines on the freight. He was know as Stan.....full name Edward Stanley Barlow born 5/5/1892 and died 1989.
To add I am also a massive railway enthusiast and have been since a child so it's in the blood......currently building my own n gauge layout in the loft.....loosely modeled on Farnworth and halshaw moor and other areas of interest around the North west.
It's an Intentio laser cut kit, designed with them using their standard modules, that are based on the LNWR warehouse at Heaton Norris. It still exists and you can find it on Google maps, it's even bigger than mine! ATB
Love the footplate pass. I did notice there was no brake van in the yard. Is this 'local rules' there being only light trains on the grade. Fantastic building interiors. I'll be back, lol 🤣
@@lnwrcrookstreet9954 Have a look a t a sectioal appendix to the rules and regulations for the era and area you have modelled. That will tell you exactly what and wasn't permitted. Deanside shunt was probably prohibited during fog and perhaps falling snow as well. Have you had an article on Deansgate Yard published? Cracking part of your layout.
Hi, oh another great video, of a great layout. So is the area around that huge goods shed a new bit or have we just not seen it before, or maybe I've just not seen a video with it shown before...............The goods shed does look lovely, but it must be quite a size in 7mm. I'm guessing you've laser cut it in order to get all the windows etc looking so accurate, it's still a great job, however you made it. And the trackwork around that goods shed is lovely too. Do you reserve that little engine specifically for working the yard there, as there are some quite sharp curves in the yard by the looks of it.............Great stuff, all the best Dave.
Thanks Dave, I've been working on Deansgate over the last couple of years. Yes, the warehouse is an Intentio laser cut bespoke kit using their standard modules. Yes the Ramsbottom tank is the Deansgate trip engine. It needs to be an 0-4-0 to fit round the curves! ATB
Beautiful layout and beautifully filmed. My only comment is that everything is a little too pristine - platform surfaces need a thin dirty wash and there needs to be some weeds and dropped coal around the place. Otherwise magnificent!
The platform has had a dark wash but the camera doesn't pick it up. Not sure I agree with the neatness charge, in the 1920s the railways were pretty well maintained. It wasn't until the 60s that weeds on run down railways became common. ATB
Great video - do you exhibit this model and if so what are your planned exhibitions in 2024 - I’d love to see this in person as it is a fantastic bit of modelling.
Lovely model - the next best thing to a time machine. I would love it if some more sound effects were added - buffers, steam exhaust, etc, and I suspect the locos would have gone a bit faster, as their drivers would have been experts at judging braking, and would have wanted to get the job done asap.
Thanks Andy. I have some ideas for additional sounds, it's just getting round to it! Not sure about higher speeds though, in 1920 brakes, especially LNWR ones, weren't as good as more modern ones. ATB
Hi, Over your last two videos I’ve noticed the yellow Midland Railway wagon, what was this wagons purpose as I’m trying to figure out why it’s painted in this livery? Great video as usual too. Cheers, Lewis
I'm afraid to say it's unintended! I left the Slaters kit unpainted as it was about the right Midland grey. Over time it's become stained by the paper tarpaulin😮 I really need to get round to repainting it... ATB
Hi John, The big LNW one is a bespoke Intentio kit using their standard components, The factory at the end is a JS Models kit with a few mods, the CLC warehouse and the hydraulic accumulator house are scratch built. ATB
Just love all your vlogs. Excellent idea attaching a camera to the train. All of your vlogs are just so professional. Totally lost for words as to this layout, total class …👍🏻👍🏻
Subscriber no 1000 - Excellent videos - the commentary is just right, enough to inform without intruding
Yee Haa!!! Thanks Martin!
A very interesting layout. The buildings are amazing 👏
Wonderful. Deansgate yard is superb-magnificent buildings with such interesting windows-one of those places ordinary mortals never normally see. The footplate trip was excellent, and it made me focus on the superb trackwork. One of the things I love is the sturdiness of your locomotives, giving the feeling of weight and power of their prototypes. I finished work, sat down, and there was Crook Street. What a treat.
Thanks Roderic!
Simply amazing. My dads office was on Bolton Deansgate in the Post Office in the early 70's. Look what I missed. This layout is amazing, quality of modelling, atmosphere.....
Brilliant, I have to confess, the location is real but my version of it is fictional! ATB
Hi,
Yes, but was'nt there a branch to Deansgate?
My dad was in the old GPO building there, if only I'd known to look for traces. Probably under Moor Ln bus station and Le Mans Crescent.
There was indeed, it ran along Ormerod St, through Bolton Iron and Steel works and to Deansgate warehouse. However, it didn't look like my version! So I've stolen history and perverted it to my own ends...! Check out the link for the truth... ! www.disused-stations.org.uk/b/bolton_deansgate_goods/index.shtml
Thanks. Marvellous
I've had a good look at the article so thanks.
Sadly the warehouse had gone by 1970/1 or at least I don't remember it. I was at Turton school in Bromley Cross so we used to catch the train afterwards to Trinity street then I'd use the footbridge to Newport street and get a lift home to Egerton with my dad from Deansgate. I don't remember ever discussing Great Moor St. and surrounds. Strange.
I love your version, the buildings are marvellous.
Brilliant. The detailing and weathering are superb. There is so much to miss on the first viewing so more are needed. Congratulations. A level of modeling that I aspire to but will probably never even approach. Well done.
Thanks Don!
Another cracking video, I never tire of my visits to Crook Street and the footplate pass to Deansgate is a masterstroke. Seeing your work makes me realise why I model in 7mm. Thanks for posting😊
I love these little cameos taking us back in time....those warehouses (style) look familiar to a Manchester lad!
would love to see a magee,s marshall water tank in the goods yard, this local brewery sourced water from burton on trent and had there own logo tankers.
Ah, I've got a Slaters tar tank kit that is intended for just that. I just need to get round to building it...!
That was excellent ,really in with the loco,s & stock ,attention to detail was superb ,.Well done very enjoyable to watch .😊
Superb, love the buildings, stunning all of it..
Brilliant!....wish I could go back in time to experience working on our local railways. My great great grandfather was a driver and fireman for nearly 50 years on all the lines around Bolton and plodder Lane.....from the 20s right up to the last days of steam .
That's fantastic, he might have driven one of those engines. The Coal Engine 3286 was allocated to Plodder Lane in 1917, maybe it was still there in the 1920s... ATB
@lnwrcrookstreet9954 possibly, his house which is now our home js just up the road from plodder Lane Station .....he bought it from new in 1930s after moving from the flower estate near harper Green. His was based at plodder Lane sheds and Bolton so worked all the local lines on the freight. He was know as Stan.....full name Edward Stanley Barlow born 5/5/1892 and died 1989.
To add I am also a massive railway enthusiast and have been since a child so it's in the blood......currently building my own n gauge layout in the loft.....loosely modeled on Farnworth and halshaw moor and other areas of interest around the North west.
@@AvondaleandhalshawmoorYour Grandad would be proud! It's a fascinating area, railways everywhere back in the day. Good luck with your layout. ATB
Wonderful as always. The warehouse buildings are just superb
Absolutely superb loved this 😊😊
Wow, what a remarkable model railway. I've just found you and have subscribed 🎉
Thanks and thanks for the sub.
Absolutely gorgeous set
Great modelling, great video, well done.
love these videos very evocative because im a native boltonian.. i walked the old line today going towards plodder lane mpd.
Brilliant, it's all a bit different now...!
parts of the old depot boundary wall still remain and part of the turntable pit is buried in the corner of someones garden!@@lnwrcrookstreet9954
Excellent video, thank you. Please can you tell us something about the Lnwr goods warehouse model? It's superb!
It's an Intentio laser cut kit, designed with them using their standard modules, that are based on the LNWR warehouse at Heaton Norris. It still exists and you can find it on Google maps, it's even bigger than mine! ATB
Beautiful. The locos move with a real sense of weight, momentum and inertia. What scale is it please ?
Thanks David, it's 7mm 0 gauge. I think it's that plus DCC that produces the smooth running. ATB
@ thank you 😊
Brilliant !!!
Love the footplate pass. I did notice there was no brake van in the yard. Is this 'local rules' there being only light trains on the grade. Fantastic building interiors. I'll be back, lol 🤣
It's classed as a shunt, so doesn't officially need a brakevan. Given the steep grades and severe curves it should probably have one. ATB
@@lnwrcrookstreet9954 Have a look a t a sectioal appendix to the rules and regulations for the era and area you have modelled. That will tell you exactly what and wasn't permitted. Deanside shunt was probably prohibited during fog and perhaps falling snow as well. Have you had an article on Deansgate Yard published? Cracking part of your layout.
@@tulyar1043I agree, getting hold of them for the 1920s is quite tricky, I must admit I haven't tried too hard though!
howdy?- Love it. you did amazing ,I'll be back,;))
Hi, oh another great video, of a great layout. So is the area around that huge goods shed a new bit or have we just not seen it before, or maybe I've just not seen a video with it shown before...............The goods shed does look lovely, but it must be quite a size in 7mm. I'm guessing you've laser cut it in order to get all the windows etc looking so accurate, it's still a great job, however you made it. And the trackwork around that goods shed is lovely too. Do you reserve that little engine specifically for working the yard there, as there are some quite sharp curves in the yard by the looks of it.............Great stuff, all the best Dave.
Thanks Dave, I've been working on Deansgate over the last couple of years. Yes, the warehouse is an Intentio laser cut bespoke kit using their standard modules. Yes the Ramsbottom tank is the Deansgate trip engine. It needs to be an 0-4-0 to fit round the curves! ATB
Beautiful layout and beautifully filmed. My only comment is that everything is a little too pristine - platform surfaces need a thin dirty wash and there needs to be some weeds and dropped coal around the place. Otherwise magnificent!
The platform has had a dark wash but the camera doesn't pick it up. Not sure I agree with the neatness charge, in the 1920s the railways were pretty well maintained. It wasn't until the 60s that weeds on run down railways became common. ATB
9:30 now that is a view you don't get often on model railway videos.
Like the large open view of this layout..locos dominate....
Great video - do you exhibit this model and if so what are your planned exhibitions in 2024 - I’d love to see this in person as it is a fantastic bit of modelling.
It's built in a cellar with a small door so I can't get it out! It's also not built to be portable so these videos are my version of exhibiting it.
@@lnwrcrookstreet9954 Thanks for the reply. In that case I shall look out for the rest of your videos.
Lovely model - the next best thing to a time machine.
I would love it if some more sound effects were added - buffers, steam exhaust, etc, and I suspect the locos would have gone a bit faster, as their drivers would have been experts at judging braking, and would have wanted to get the job done asap.
Thanks Andy. I have some ideas for additional sounds, it's just getting round to it! Not sure about higher speeds though, in 1920 brakes, especially LNWR ones, weren't as good as more modern ones. ATB
Hi,
Over your last two videos I’ve noticed the yellow Midland Railway wagon, what was this wagons purpose as I’m trying to figure out why it’s painted in this livery? Great video as usual too.
Cheers,
Lewis
I was wondering the same thing as you Lewis.
I'm afraid to say it's unintended! I left the Slaters kit unpainted as it was about the right Midland grey. Over time it's become stained by the paper tarpaulin😮 I really need to get round to repainting it... ATB
Hi, who's warehouse kits are they
Hi John, The big LNW one is a bespoke Intentio kit using their standard components, The factory at the end is a JS Models kit with a few mods, the CLC warehouse and the hydraulic accumulator house are scratch built. ATB
Hi , I thought that the big one was one of Phil's kits. I follow him on Western Thunder
Approximately what date is this set in?
Hi Bill, it's set in 1920
Exquisite modelling.
What camera did you use for the on-board footage?
It's an SQ11 micro camera, cheap as chips from 'tinterweb. It's not very good quality but it's tiny so it fits under my bridges and tunnel. ATB