Rugd1022 Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 With John's permission, here are some slightly fettled versions of his 'Bradfield' photos, having been dragged kicking and screaming through the nostalgia filter... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Another tatty old snap of Bradfield turned up at a railwayana show. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike J Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Some of the most realistic looking model railway shots I've ever seen gents. Stunning, and thank you for sharing them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugd1022 Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Lovely low angle on that shot Andy.... what time's the next stopper to Leeds...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquireBev Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Amazing photos. The very dark one of the Fairburn tank under the bridge could quite easily be taken for the real thing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullie Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Absolutely stunning! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torr Giffard LSWR 1951-71 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Impressive stuff guys, there is a lovely 'period' feel to this layout. All the best Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmsforever Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Lovely layout good to see the aricle in MRJ. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Congrats on the article in MRJ this month John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted July 29, 2012 Author Share Posted July 29, 2012 Lovely layout good to see the aricle in MRJ. Thanks for the kind comment and glad you like the MRJ article, also to John for his comment. Regarding the MRJ article, if anyone thinks that it ended rather abruptly, it should have said "To be continued..". Less than half the material has so far been included so watch out for subsequent issue(s). John E Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold beast66606 Posted July 29, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 29, 2012 I commented elsewhere but to repeat, a great article John with good photographic support. PS - When you need the other info, send me a reminder PM and I'll dig it out for you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hot off the press!! Thought it only right that RMWebbers should be first to know. Regards John E Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godders Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hi John Mixed feelings about your decision. I really enjoyed following the development of Bradfield and as you may remember I pm'd you asking if I could buy it. However I cannot exhibit it and therefore am no longer eligible. I would obviously love to buy still but I am certain someone who is prepared to exhibit Bradfield will come forward. Thank you for the pleasure you have brought me. Cheers Godders Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian_H Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hi John, Sad to hear that Gloucester Square is to be sold off but somebody with your skill set shouldn't sit still. BGS is a fantastic layout and I shouldn't think there will be any sortage of propective new owners, I'm pretty much the same as Godders, I'd be interested in ownership but the requirement for exhibiting would rule me out. But what next for you, I think I read further back in the BGS thread that you were thinking about creating Leeds Central, is this still your plan, I'd love to see what you could do with Leeds ..... but we need more kettles! Good luck Ian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcmacchipilot Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Another tatty old snap of Bradfield turned up at a railwayana show. Geez, I looked at that shot and did a double take. The flare of the cammera and the noise give it a very realistic atmosphere. It was the pin through the tie bar that gave it away eventually. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.C.M Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Hi John, I think if this was my layout I would find it hard to sell but I am sure you have another project that you want to crack on with so keeping BGS would be hard if you are short of room and or need funds for the new project. It's been a pleasure watching the BGS thread, and I hope you will keep us posted with your new developments. Cheers Peter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmsforever Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Good luck with the new project and thanks for entertaining us during the building of this wonderful layout,would I could afford to buy it but hope it goes to a good home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted August 3, 2012 Author Share Posted August 3, 2012 Hi John, But what next for you, I think I read further back in the BGS thread that you were thinking about creating Leeds Central, is this still your plan, I'd love to see what you could do with Leeds ..... but we need more kettles! Good luck Ian Right City, wrong station! Next project is an attempt at a real location, Leeds City North. I can just about get it all in with the exception of a couple of sidings. Some slight compression but 10 coach trains is the aim. Period will be 62/63 with the intention to ultimately go back to 57, when I get me kettles sorted!! Still at the planning stage but will soon start a new thread to report progress. Thanks to Godders, Ian H and Peter for your good wishes. I intend to continue with updates for the time being and will not part with the layout until after the Manchester and Peterborough Shows. Regards John E Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted August 3, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 3, 2012 I believe any future owner would have a tough time exhibiting Bradfield as professionally as I witnessed you doing at Tonbridge, John - but they would undoubtedly have purchased a gem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin@gorleston Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 It will be a very sad day when BGS departs. I've said it before, but I just want to re-iterate, this has to be one of the most atmospheric layouts I have ever seen. Many thanks for sharing the journey and I look forward to seeing your next project develop. Regards Colin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted August 13, 2012 Author Share Posted August 13, 2012 Several reasons for the delay in producing more videos, grand children visiting and other holiday time distractions not to mention training turns in the box. My main problem has been building work in progress next door producing unwanted noises, fortunately this has now ceased and I can get back to lifes important things. I have skipped forward a bit with this sequence, we are now late morning and service has settled down to the steady rhythm of local services... http://youtu.be/ueWepy4ewkU Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 The only thing missing here is when the DMU stops, the doors should open and hoards of people should walk towards the buffer stops. Oh well we can dream. Seriously though it's difficult to remember this is a model. Well done sir! Paul R Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Hi John, Just to echo previous posts many congratulations for the article in MRJ, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and look forward to the next instalment. It is a shame to hear of the pending sale of BGS but there are two positives, someone is going to purchase a superb layout and we all get to enjoy another excellent layout once you finish your new project! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordini5 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 What a superb show of modelling at its finest. The sight & sounds are just sublime. Many congrats as I have followed this for a while with great jealousy, as I am sure a lot of have, and I look forward to the next project. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
7APT7 Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Hot off the press!! Thought it only right that RMWebbers should be first to know. Regards John E Hi John What Sad Situation to be in John and that it has gone to the press before for a suitable buyer could be found, I suppose it’s all to do with share holder today and that it’s all down to money and that it couldn’t be preserved for future memories sake and for those who live nearby the area to....! I guess it's like a Richard Branson situation, and some back-handed deal that will be made for all that corruption that goes on at the top of the infrastructure ladder... Have you asked Virgin to step in and Save your Station... Great pictures though of those taken in the old B&W photo’s of it in full use in its hay day of the 1962 era hey... It was obliviously making money for the share holders back then, well was that before Beeching axe everything...? Great Photos John... Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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