This blog is a bit like a 'bus service... Nothing for ages then two come along at once!

Initially the goods shed was intended to be built of brick, using the prototype at Baynards as a guide -

(Image from client)

However, the clien, during a discussion re the building pointed out that the LBSC also built some goods sheds in wood - and whilst the later building on site WAS brick-built, in the period being modelled (1840-70) there was a good chance the structure would have been built of wood, as the original engine-shed and station building were so constructed.

In discussion with him we decided on a planked exterior on a wooden frame - very similatr to the engine shed.

So I put away the 'SEFinecast English bond' and it was off to Alton Models for a supply of 'Evergreen' 'Novelty siding' (I have loads of their orduct suitable for the framing!)

Once the frame was built (which was not difficult!) it was clad in the 'Novelty Siding' - then spray-painted black, with ochre for the wood framing -

The client intends to add internal lighting so its worth the effort to create a fully-framed roof - and progress is proceeding now on that front. The roof will eventually be slate-covered, and of course the internal dock has to be added. Brickwork will also creep in, as it will sit on a brick foundation.

Regards

Ian