RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 A few photos. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig1989 Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Me and my dad went Saturday and had a good day I didn’t manage to spend loads although probably could have and definitely going back again next year Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivercider Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 It was my first visit to the GCR and I had a great day, it was enjoyable riding along the line which had a proper mainline feel. Then some top modelling in the marquee, including several layouts I had never seen before. The only downside was lack of time, I could have spent two days at the event. cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 88C Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 Wow, did I ache this morning. After four days a Quorn I can now relax a bit and get back to nice green engines, not the dull black, especially as I've had an e-mail from Hattons. Operating Ambleside all weekend didn't give me chance for a proper look at the other layouts but that is always the case as an exhibitor. A couple of photos of Ambleside. Still a lot of work to do on the layout, but I hope we put on a decent show. PS Postman just arrived with a box from Hattons, must go now! Brian 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 88C Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 In my rush I seem to have put the same picture on twice, try this one. Brian 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Disappointed there was not a picture of the Red King! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crantock Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 A very good show. I have to say I concentrated on Quorn where they have achieved the near ideal of level connected large halls. As someone who visits lots of shows I was surprised at the number of "new" exhibits I had not seen before. Many others were better displayed (natural daylight). So very good. Appreciated the trolling of a DMU with "Windermere" on the destination blinds. The catering was on the pricey side though £7.50 for burger and chips. BYO next year I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
atticombe Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 This is one event that one cannot afford to miss, value for money wise it is a no brainer. Where else can over 70 excellent layouts and 50 well mixed traders be seen with three mainline steam engines, two diesels and a DMU on a very frequent timetable for a bargain £20 for a full days entertainment. It becomes even more financially attractive when one considers that the normal runabout fare is £17 with only two steamers and one diesel on a reduced timetable effectively making the show £3.00 for the Quorn marquees and the Loughborough/Rothley station exhibits. Personal favourites were Oakenshaw, Ambleside, Buxworth and Hassel Hill Colliery whilst all remaining layouts not mentioned were worth a second viewing. All in all a brilliant event for which the two responsible organisations (GCR & SVMRC) must be congratulated, roll on next year. Michael 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 88C Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 Disappointed there was not a picture of the Red King! Andy, it was good to have a chat with you but it's a castle. It did attract a fair bit of interest, along with the polar bear, so I will try and find a picture. Not tonight we are supposed to be putting the layout back up. Brian. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Andy, it was good to have a chat with you but it's a castle. It did attract a fair bit of interest, along with the polar bear, so I will try and find a picture. Not tonight we are supposed to be putting the layout back up. Brian. Sorry I meant castle! Senility setting in. I thought it was a nice model - some rivet counters may not have agreed. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Phil Bullock Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 A very good show. I have to say I concentrated on Quorn where they have achieved the near ideal of level connected large halls. As someone who visits lots of shows I was surprised at the number of "new" exhibits I had not seen before. Many others were better displayed (natural daylight). So very good. Appreciated the trolling of a DMU with "Windermere" on the destination blinds. The catering was on the pricey side though £7.50 for burger and chips. BYO next year I think. Fish finger butty at £4.50 was great snap with tartare sauce.... Phil 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Phil Bullock Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 (edited) Likewise, Lord Bullock of Abbotswood, it was very nice to see you behind a strange layout. My favorite Deltic when I was spotting was St Paddy, so for years I have waited for it to be made by Bachmann, but not with a full yella end, just a nice small panel. I could renumber a loco with a small yellow panel, but all the ones I have are ones with regimental nameplates printed on and I doubt i would be able to remove them or paint over them successfully and a full repaint I might as well by any Deltic. Moan over. A strange layout? Hee hee it was certainly very clean..... As for D9001 not sure I am happy with the Bachmann numbers... https://hattonsimages.blob.core.windows.net/products/32-533_3140739_Qty1_2.jpg https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=Kgv6xkKG&id=71962C8BCB60593F12A6C8E5242C19664C6C4C92&thid=OIP.Kgv6xkKGbCTCsXoqW_UfbAHaE6&mediaurl=https%3a%2f%2fs-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com%2f736x%2f9d%2fdf%2f78%2f9ddf781e875829b9a36fdb9c5ee46043.jpg&exph=489&expw=736&q=d9001+deltic&simid=608051055182678344&selectedIndex=7&ajaxhist=0 Phil Edited June 18, 2018 by Phil Bullock Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Brady Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Evening All Enjoyed all layouts , hard to give one that was best , But Six Quarters , did for me , small and simple , but with plenty of atmosphere . All in all , tired after three days , but worth it , Tried all three of the caravan food outlets , but the winner was the Butler Henderson cafe , good food and nice service . 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC32 Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 (edited) A strange layout? Hee hee it was certainly very clean..... As for D9001 not sure I am happy with the Bachmann numbers... https://hattonsimages.blob.core.windows.net/products/32-533_3140739_Qty1_2.jpg https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=Kgv6xkKG&id=71962C8BCB60593F12A6C8E5242C19664C6C4C92&thid=OIP.Kgv6xkKGbCTCsXoqW_UfbAHaE6&mediaurl=https%3a%2f%2fs-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com%2f736x%2f9d%2fdf%2f78%2f9ddf781e875829b9a36fdb9c5ee46043.jpg&exph=489&expw=736&q=d9001+deltic&simid=608051055182678344&selectedIndex=7&ajaxhist=0 Phil ‘Strange’?, well if you mean a current modern image layout on the circuit then OK ‘Clean’? Phil, I expected better from you, particularly as you won’t let James weather your Blue Pullman lol Edited June 18, 2018 by SteveC32 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Phil Bullock Posted June 18, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2018 Think if had been in that marquee for a couple more days it would not have looked so clean Steve! But as you explained to several viewers its that way for a reason ..... And looks great that way too As for the Blue Pullman - D1733 is also banned from the weathering works ! Phil 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 If the residents of Oakenshaw (the fictional one) passed through Readham they'd probably be flabbergasted at how clean the place is! "In Yorksher, it's barmy cleanin' summit that'll get mucky again by teatime." That said, the grounds team do a good job in keeping Ampleforth clean... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 88C Posted June 19, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 19, 2018 As requested a picture of Elizabethan Castle. I did this many years ago when there were several serious LMS modellers in the club and I was one of a couple of GWR modellers. What prompted me to do the model was reading O S Nock's Stars, Castles and Kings and the visit of Launceston Castle to the LMS and their request to buy some. We have a copy of the relevant passage to show disbelievers. Why didn't I paint the reversing lever? When we had another layout on display we had one of those visitors who knew it all and was telling us all sorts of things that were wrong so we asked him to look at the shed, he didn't notice the castle. Brian 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daltonparva Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Hello 88C. Now I've worked out who you are from the above post I can abuse you at will on rmweb, without having to wait for shows to do it in person. No doubt you can now picture me as the person who absolutely loves the abomination that you have created above. Take this, you bounder - Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 88C Posted June 19, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 19, 2018 I knew you liked it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daltonparva Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Eyup 88C. I just got a "funny" from 73C. Is he your younger brother? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redkiterail Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Here are the start of my pictures from the GCR model event: 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redkiterail Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 part 2: 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Loving the pictures. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redkiterail Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 more to come Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redkiterail Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Part 3: 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now