luke the train spotter Posted July 2, 2018 Share Posted July 2, 2018 Again I'm blown away by the detail and depth of this layout. The perfect colouring on everything really compliments the layout. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted July 3, 2018 Author Share Posted July 3, 2018 A few shots to illustrate the differences of the Opel truck the earlier version being the grey coloured example with the gas producer. Actually it was the red and green version which came out later in real life that reminded me of the OB Bedfords that were used in the logging industry in New Zealand that sparked my interest in rail trucks. When made up this model was used to check clearances on the layout. Peter M 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted July 4, 2018 Author Share Posted July 4, 2018 That concludes the pictorial tour. As I was on my own I took the opportunity to run some of the motive power that does not get run very often. The layout is out again in August then has a break until October. Peter M 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 19, 2018 Author Share Posted August 19, 2018 I did a local show yesterday at a place called Cogenhoe, pronounced locally as Cook na. Andy Knott my usual helper had brought along his camera and he took a few photos of the layout. Wooden bodied Simplex with hidden driver and his small white assistant. Opel Blitz arriving in yard having spent the day in the fields in preparation for harvesting the main crop potatoes. A view inside the dark interior of the engine shed. Peter M 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Saltburn Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Hi this is a fantastic little layout the modelling and attention to detail are spot on so pleased I caught up reading and looking at the great pictures. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 20, 2018 Author Share Posted August 20, 2018 A few more shots taken during a typical operating session at the show. Peter M 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 A close up of skip chassis loaded with sundry items for repair in the workshops. These sort of jobs are done during the winter and other odd times when field work is not possible. The Porter trundles by the greenhouse where the tomatoes seem to be doing rather well this year. The milk maid is seen collecting eggs in a bucket from the free range hens. The figure is a Britain’s model that has been weathered, no that’s wrong, you can’t weather people. She has been re-painted which unfortunately has not done much to improve her looks. Peter M 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HonestTom Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 I really like the figures. Often in large scales, I find the figures let the layout down, but these ones are really well painted. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owd Bob Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Lovely and stunning! I'm sorry but i only just found this brilliant layout and topic, i'll follow progress from now on. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 You will be relieved to know that this is the last selection of photographs taken at the show. Peter M 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RANGERS Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 You will be relieved to know that this is the last selection of photographs taken at the show. Peter M Keep em coming, never fails to entertain! 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted November 12, 2018 Author Share Posted November 12, 2018 I will not be posting any more photographs on this thread in future, any updates will be text only, hopefully the existing photos will remain.The reason being Flikr have now limited one to 1000 free pictures, any more cost about £30 per year. This is the fourth time I have had problems with a supplier so I will not be posting any new photographs in future. I have had to loose some 250 odd images but these have all been from threads featuring my American models.Regards Peter M Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted November 14, 2018 Author Share Posted November 14, 2018 I am very sorry but it seems I was a bit optimistic when I thought I could loose 240 odd images from my threads featuring American railroads and I was unable to do so. This means I will have to loose some images from the Two Sisters thread. As the actual original building of the model used very basic techniques with which we are all familiar I will remove some of the early photos, but leave all of the text intact. I will also delete some of the less interesting as well but leave all the photographs taken for the Model Rail article intact. Peter M Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Sweet pea Posted November 14, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 14, 2018 This will be a shame. As your modelling and photographic skills are brilliant. I have heard this issue with Flikr a few times now, anything to make some money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted February 7, 2019 Author Share Posted February 7, 2019 I bought a few second hand magazines the other week from a charity shop and among them was a copy of the 2018 December issue of Railway Modeller. It had an article about an attractive 00 scale small exhibition layout called “Sixpenny Handley” which featured a selection of modular scenes that could be changed. I remember seeing the layout in the flesh at Rushden earlier in the year’ being operated by a father and his son. In the write up about the layout it says the inspiration for the model was a layout called Two Sister’s Farm which they saw at Kettering. I remember doing the Kettering show on my own and a young lad having a drive for some time while I took a comfort break. He told me he had a layout at home but never had operated it in a realistic fashion. He quickly adjusted to operation and after a short time became completely at ease operating in a realistic way. He thoroughly enjoyed himself and said how quickly the time passed. Two Sister’s Farm won the best layout in show that year and I have often wondered if my young operator and his friends were responsible because it‘s not the sort of layout the public vote for. I am however delighted that my efforts inspired someone else to have a go at building a layout of their own. Regards Peter M 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody C Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 All credit to you Peter and a wonderful way to bring young people into the hobby and congratulations on your award - very much deserved for a fantastic layout that is so unusual but so well executed! Woody 2 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernEMU Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 07/02/2019 at 10:00, Broadoak said: I bought a few second hand magazines the other week from a charity shop and among them was a copy of the 2018 December issue of Railway Modeller. It had an article about an attractive 00 scale small exhibition layout called “Sixpenny Handley” which featured a selection of modular scenes that could be changed. I remember seeing the layout in the flesh at Rushden earlier in the year’ being operated by a father and his son. In the write up about the layout it says the inspiration for the model was a layout called Two Sister’s Farm which they saw at Kettering. I remember doing the Kettering show on my own and a young lad having a drive for some time while I took a comfort break. He told me he had a layout at home but never had operated it in a realistic fashion. He quickly adjusted to operation and after a short time became completely at ease operating in a realistic way. He thoroughly enjoyed himself and said how quickly the time passed. Two Sister’s Farm won the best layout in show that year and I have often wondered if my young operator and his friends were responsible because it‘s not the sort of layout the public vote for. I am however delighted that my efforts inspired someone else to have a go at building a layout of their own. Regards Peter M Hello Peter. Thanks a bunch for this great 9 page forum entry. I was going to model British 'O' gauge, but reconsidered this option when I saw your article in Model Rail, 223, July 2016, and I was hooked. Years ago, I purchased Britains models for my then young daughter's model farm and horse riding display. A nearby shop would import the very cheap Britains' models and I would buy them for her. I boxed them all up when she no longer needed them, and stored them in a safe place. I recently unearthed them, and began researching other items on narrow gauge using 1:32 scale models and figures. It is the right size for a ham fisted and aging modeller like myself. What mechanism did you use under the (Canadian) ex-army Quad please? I have searched for the On30 Brill trolley by Bachmann, but prices now are extremely high for a used one, and Bachmann show the full driven assembly as out of stock. Also, where did you source the non-Britains model figures from please? Preiser still lists some 1:32 male and female farm workers, but presently out of production. Anyway, great job, and again thanks for highlighting your layout. WF 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernEMU Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 Hello Peter: Just a P.S. I should have specified which figures I meant. My grand-daughter would really appreciate the seated gent with the puppy inside his shirt. Also, the 'laid back' driver of the Jeep as shown in the Model Rail article. She has lots of the Britains figures which can be made a tad more life-like, and I realize that Tamiya in 1:35 are available. One of the U.K. model farm shops does sell mechanic figures in 1:32. Cheers, W.F. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 The appellation alone grabbed my attention. This is a fabulous invention, and you have created an alternate universe. Love it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted October 13, 2021 Author Share Posted October 13, 2021 Firstly I must apologise for my lengthy reply, it is some time since I looked at this thread. My wife has been ill so I have had other things on my mind. Firstly Southern EMU the figure with the small puppy inside his shirt is a 1/35 scale second world war German tank crew figures plastic kit by a company whose name I forget. But should be available from a shop specialising in military modelling. The laid back driver is a white metal model from a 1/32 scale tractor model maker again I can't remember the name as it was over ten years ago now. I hope this very little information is helpful to you. Kind regards Peter M 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted October 14, 2021 Author Share Posted October 14, 2021 Southern EMU Having thought a little more about wanting to power the Quad I would suggest a power bogie by Tenshodo they are not too expensive and work well. They take a while to run in and work best with plenty of added weight to the model. They are stocked by BRANCH LINES PO Box 4293 Westbury BA13 9AA Tel 01373 822231 or at least used to be. I hope this is helpful. Regards Peter M 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 21, 2022 Author Share Posted August 21, 2022 (edited) This gives some idea of the layout for those not familiar with it. Due to ongoing health problems I have decided to sell my Two Sister’s Farm layout. The sale includes the layout with small fiddle yard. All the rolling stock and appropriate loads. An assortment of motive power, in fact all the locos seen on this Two Sister’s thread except the yellow GMC railtruck which I wish to keep. Most are powered by Athearn mechanisms with five pole motors and flywheels. The steam 0-4-0 Porter, the 0-4-0 Davenport, and the ex US army jeep are all powered by Bachmann mechs. The Canadian Ford rail truck has a Bachmann mech, as has the ex army gun tractor. The Fordson 27N tractor runs on a Tenshodo motor bogie. The wooden wonder and a gas producer Opel both run on a Con Cor chassis. I nearly forgot Tilly a small van powered by a Bachmann Chassis. Also it was featured in Model Rail magazine July 2016. There is a din plug and transformer, but you will have to provide a suitable controller. To complete the sale I will include a couple of agriculteral tractors and the ironing board the layout stands on and a box of odds and ends of scenic items should you decide to extend the layout. The price for everything is £500 or near offer, buyer to collect from my home near Kettering Northamptonshire. Regards Peter M Edited August 26, 2022 by Broadoak missing photo 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted August 21, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2022 Sorry to hear that Peter. If Kettering was a bit nearer I would be interested. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc smith Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Hi Peter, So sorry to hear of your health issues. And sorrier still that you have to sell this wonderful layout. I sincerely hope you can continue to partake in railway modelling - it can be a really therapeutic hobby. I'm sure someone will buy Two Sisters - it really is a lovely layout All the best from South Wales 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadoak Posted August 22, 2022 Author Share Posted August 22, 2022 The English Electric Welshman. Many thanks for your kind comments. I will continue modelling but only at home on my small OO GWR shunting layout. As you say I find operating it very therapeutic. It is the exhibiting itself I shall not be doing. Kind regards Peter M 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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