RMweb Premium Jason T Posted September 14, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted September 14, 2015 Many thanks to everyone for your kind comments, voting for us and all the support whilst we have been rambling on in this thread. The idea for the layout was sketched on a scrap of paper and shown to the BCB boys when we were in a pub whilst away with the layout, John (Gringo) saying that we'd need about 15' for what I was proposing. The week after, I suggested to Chris that it may be fun to have a go and went over my thoughts for what we could do, with an updated plan that needed less than 15', he liked what he heard and much to Frank's consternation (as we are both involved with building Shipley's next tour de force, Clayton), said he was on board. The rest is recorded on these electronic pages. What may not be recorded is just how much fun we have had whilst building it, our Sunday evening sessions always being filled with laughter, giving things silly names (e.g. Mr Chipsley the chimney). On top of that, we have pushed each other with our modelling, especially in the construction of wagon kits (one uses etched under-gubbins, the other has to). We hoped we would get into the top six but were relieved to get confirmation that we'd made the grade. We were up against some tough competition and to get the win shocked us both, as anyone who saw our reaction will testify. I am still grinning now. It's been a pleasure to work with Chris on the layout, we are indebted to the society and everyone who voted for us and chuffed to bits that we have a trainset to play with that hopefully shows that 60" x 18" is more than sufficient space to build a fun and usable layout. As a footnote, we went to the pub last night (baby asleep in pram next to us) and lo and behold, won the pub quiz too 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indomitable026 Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Many thanks to everyone for your kind comments, voting for us and all the support whilst we have been rambling on in this thread. The idea for the layout was sketched on a scrap of paper and shown to the BCB boys when we were in a pub whilst away with the layout, John (Gringo) saying that we'd need about 15' for what I was proposing. The week after, I suggested to Chris that it may be fun to have a go and went over my thoughts for what we could do, with an updated plan that needed less than 15', he liked what he heard and much to Frank's consternation (as we are both involved with building Shipley's next tour de force, Clayton), said he was on board. The rest is recorded on these electronic pages. What may not be recorded is just how much fun we have had whilst building it, our Sunday evening sessions always being filled with laughter, giving things silly names (e.g. Mr Chipsley the chimney). On top of that, we have pushed each other with our modelling, especially in the construction of wagon kits (one uses etched under-gubbins, the other has to). We hoped we would get into the top six but were relieved to get confirmation that we'd made the grade. We were up against some tough competition and to get the win shocked us both, as anyone who saw our reaction will testify. I am still grinning now. It's been a pleasure to work with Chris on the layout, we are indebted to the society and everyone who voted for us and chuffed to bits that we have a trainset to play with that hopefully shows that 60" x 18" is more than sufficient space to build a fun and usable layout. As a footnote, we went to the pub last night (baby asleep in pram next to us) and lo and behold, won the pub quiz too Quick, play the lottery... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allegheny1600 Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 (edited) Hi Chaps, Well it certainly was a great pleasure to meet both you guys and to see you carry away the trophy, a well deserved win, up against some tough competition. For me, I couldn't believe how well the concept of the layout worked - it just looked so 'right' and ran very well too, wonderful! I'll come back soon and post a few snaps if I may, just struggling to upload at the moment. WP_20150913_15_50_27_Refocus by Allegheny1633, on Flickr More pics on Flickr. All the best, John. Edit for photo! Edited September 14, 2015 by Allegheny1600 15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinorwic Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Many thanks to everyone for your kind comments, voting for us and all the support whilst we have been rambling on in this thread. The idea for the layout was sketched on a scrap of paper and shown to the BCB boys when we were in a pub whilst away with the layout, John (Gringo) saying that we'd need about 15' for what I was proposing. The week after, I suggested to Chris that it may be fun to have a go and went over my thoughts for what we could do, with an updated plan that needed less than 15', he liked what he heard and much to Frank's consternation (as we are both involved with building Shipley's next tour de force, Clayton), said he was on board. The rest is recorded on these electronic pages. What may not be recorded is just how much fun we have had whilst building it, our Sunday evening sessions always being filled with laughter, giving things silly names (e.g. Mr Chipsley the chimney). On top of that, we have pushed each other with our modelling, especially in the construction of wagon kits (one uses etched under-gubbins, the other has to). We hoped we would get into the top six but were relieved to get confirmation that we'd made the grade. We were up against some tough competition and to get the win shocked us both, as anyone who saw our reaction will testify. I am still grinning now. It's been a pleasure to work with Chris on the layout, we are indebted to the society and everyone who voted for us and chuffed to bits that we have a trainset to play with that hopefully shows that 60" x 18" is more than sufficient space to build a fun and usable layout. As a footnote, we went to the pub last night (baby asleep in pram next to us) and lo and behold, won the pub quiz too Further congratulations from your fellow modellers next door on Middle Peak. A superb entry by you both, Best wishes Martyn & Graham 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted September 14, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted September 14, 2015 Thanks chaps; looks like it was down to a handful of votes between us and could have gone either way. We were both very impressed with Middle Peak as it is a wonderful layout, was great being placed next to you chaps in the hall too. Is there a thread / blog for Middle Peak anywhere, as it deserves a wider audience. Cheers, Jason (& Chris). 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefrk Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Hey Jason, that's an awful lot of pints you and Chris owe to us exhibitors and traders.... Votes for pints wasn't it? And you have the pub voucher to help out too.... All the best, Dave Franks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bri.s Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 (edited) Well done guys ,great modelling ,I hope to see it one day in the flesh Well done with pub voucher Brian Edited September 14, 2015 by bri.s Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrkirtley800 Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Hello Jason and Chris. Congratulations on your success. I didn't get to EXPO North but I did say at the Goathland show you would win.. Very well done. Derek Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post Worsdell forever Posted September 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted September 14, 2015 31 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisf Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Simply the best. Well done Chris and Jason. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snofi Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 It's about a year ago that I got into this model railway lark. Had been walking the old Rawtenstall to Bacup route and decided to try to find out where Bacup station was. First thing that came up on Google? Yup, you guessed it. Unarguably Jason's Bacup was the inspiration for me to get into this - and the wife is still after his blood - and this joint creation is in some ways perhaps even better. Thanks to you both for sharing. Your award is so well deserved. </sycophancy> :-) 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-GNR Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 IMGP8729-002.jpg IMGP8730-001.JPG IMGP8731-001.JPG IMGP8732-001.JPG IMGP8734-002.JPG Evening Paul I like the B&W one very much! Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jock67B Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Well done chaps, I was very confident you would do it - a fantastic effort from you both. Thank you so much for taking us along for the ride! Most instructive and inspirational, Kind regards, Jock. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Alister_G Posted September 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 15, 2015 Congratulations to you both, well deserved. Al. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sheep Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Congrats, Looking at photos of the layout earlier while watching 'proper' children's TV, any possibility of a green welsh engine doing a turn or is it a bit far off patch? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Hi Guys, have a good weekend, any chance of any more Silverware this weekend or would that seem a bit biased? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted September 17, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted September 17, 2015 Hi, The stonework sets the layout very much in East Lancs / West Riding and the limited length of the sector plate suits 0-4-0's really, so it's unlikely that a Pannier Tank or suchlike will appear in the stud but who knows what will turn up at exhibitions and the like? It has already been host to a C12, N5, J72, J6, Park Royal railbus (a OO one at that), Black Five and a G2A. Andy, with such wonderful layouts as Culm and Kier Hardy's new magnum opus 'Hornsey Broadway' attending Shipley's show, I think it highly unlikely that our effort would win a gong Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Todd Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Congratulations to you both,on your win, deservedly . Enjoyed the thread, am assuming if your next project contains a mill,it will be disused,with windows bricked up. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted September 17, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted September 17, 2015 Managed to get a Cambrian LNER Steel bodied mineral wagon 50% built this morning as I couldn't get back to sleep after feeding the nipper. Think I managed to build it square, will check tonight but the mirror test seemed to suggest all is true and square. No internal detail and nasty ridges to locate the floor so it will have a permanent load which is a shame, but a slightly different mineral wagon will be nice - no top doors on it. Who knows, I may be able to build a kit a week; sleep deprivation has to have it's advantages. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Managed to get a Cambrian LNER Steel bodied mineral wagon 50% built this morning as I couldn't get back to sleep after feeding the nipper. Think I managed to build it square, will check tonight but the mirror test seemed to suggest all is true and square. No internal detail and nasty ridges to locate the floor so it will have a permanent load which is a shame, but a slightly different mineral wagon will be nice - no top doors on it. Who knows, I may be able to build a kit a week; sleep deprivation has to have it's advantages. I thought you built them whilst sitting in Traffic Jams on the way to work, hahhahah Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Well done Jason and Chris, superb modelling of the highest order! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted September 17, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 17, 2015 Sleep deprivation is interesting... I do remember with our first child that I got to work more than once and had no recollection of the journey. Total autopilot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sheep Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Hi, The stonework sets the layout very much in East Lancs / West Riding and the limited length of the sector plate suits 0-4-0's really, so it's unlikely that a Pannier Tank or suchlike will appear in the stud I was thinking an 0-4-0 green non GWR Welsh engine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted September 17, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted September 17, 2015 D'oh! Told you I was sleep deprived Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted September 17, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 17, 2015 I was thinking an 0-4-0 green non GWR Welsh engine Ivor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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