Category Archives: model railways

Sussex Downs Members Day 2011

Posted on 30 May, 2011 by Steve

This weekend saw the third OO9 Society Members’ Day hosted by the Sussex Downs group.  The previous two events have been small but well-organised shows with a good line up of layouts, and this time was no exception. In attendance … Continue reading →

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Any way, shape or form

Posted on 16 May, 2011 by Steve

After measuring (and driving) the ex-RNAD Baguley-Drewry at Amberley last year it has been hovering near the top of my “to model” list. Thanks to its fairly simple, boxy outline I was thinking brass or styrene would be an easy … Continue reading →

Posted in 009, amberley, diesel, ideas, industrial, model railways, narrow gauge | 3 Comments

Next phase?

Posted on 23 April, 2011 by Steve

I’ve just switched to freelance / contracting in my main line of work, and taken a lease on a small office to base myself when not working at clients’ premises. Not only does this give a calm space to work … Continue reading →

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Barog, Kalka-Shimla Railway

Posted on 8 April, 2011 by Steve

Uncompressed, this would be about 11′x5′ in 4mm scale. It’s basically a loop, a siding and some reverse curves. There’s a tunnel right at the end of the loop. Almost too convenient. Barog station by Gits’ Pics I really really … Continue reading →

Posted in 2' 6" gauge, ideas, indian, model railways, narrow gauge, track plans | 1 Comment

Carl Arendt

Posted on 9 March, 2011 by Steve

I heard over the weekend of the death of Carl Arendt, creator of the Small Layout Scrapbook. His website and books served as inspiration to many modellers of all scales and gauges, in fact he seemed to delight in the squeezing … Continue reading →

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