So since last year myself and Natalie have been planning a layout based upon RAF Chilmark near Salisbury.

We discussed names over and over and struggled to come up with one. Natalie suggested Winterbourne, I forget the reasons for this now, but I like the name.

I think Winterbourne Exchange sounds about appropriate.

So a recap:

3 modules.

• Module 1 narrow gauge with storage bunkers and a loop off scene to others.
  
• Module 2 Tranship shed, where narrow gauge and standard gauge meet
  
• Module 3 exchange sidings with BR Salisbury-Exeter mainline.
  

It is to be set in the mid-60s, when steam was coming to an end and interesting new diesel types were coming in. An interesting change over period for sure.

However, as multiple eras appeal, the layout is going to be designed so that it can represent earlier or later eras with tweaks. Exactly how this will work out I'm not entirely sure on presently, but as theres no station, etc it should be feasabile, with only the stock needing changing and maybe a few other items. If buildings and features are made removable as well it'll be able to be managed this way also.

The multiple eras option will also, give us the ability to run during 1940s, 1950s, 1980s and maybe even privatisation, but i think that might be pushing it myself! certainly being able to run a 1950s set of stock would be interesting, as would the 1970s/80s.

I'll update here in future when there is news. But it might be a while, as West Cromwell Road will be first priority as that is a more viable option at present. This plan is a longer term vision i think.

Attached are the track lans that were drawn up. They need tidying up and improving, but give an idea of what is planned.

This is a joint venture with Natalie.