Ok then so I am finally starting my first layout for a while and intend to get it to a point of running some trains this time....

The plan is based around Newquay but with part of the original yard left in and what ever I wish to run making an appearance....Thanks are due to Donw in his comments on the design stage.

I dont like flat boards but dont have the patience/skill to finish woodwork for multiple levels with smooth track, so am trying to build this layout as foam insulation with a thin layer of Mod roc over the top to stop it crumbling everywhere. This should hopefully give me all the track on a higher level and some scenic work on the lower front.

Now do I go for a retaining wall and some industrial scenes or cliff faces and a more seasidy (or is that seedy) front.