Chris56057 Posted July 26, 2016 Share Posted July 26, 2016 I've been away from the modelling scene for a few years now, but having finished Uni and now married I thought it was time to return to the fold. Witham Green is the first layout I've built and is approximately 4ft by 1ft, minus the cassette fiddle yard which I will be adding. This is an opportunity to re-learn some skills and and add my own creative touches over time. I've been able to draw lot's of inspiration from layout topics on here which has been really helpful. Anyway, here's some photos of where I'm up to so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Any time period or place or is it just for fun have you got hold of any stock yet pal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Any time period or place or is it just for fun have you got hold of any stock yet pal I'm mainly interested in the 1990's, with the layout very loosely based on Peterborough.I've got a few items of stock- couple of Bachmann 37's, Heljan 47 etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Hi Chris Looking good so far. I know Peterborough well but I go on the GBRf shed further down the yard from Eastfield which, looks like the shed you're modelling. Shall be following along with interest. Cheers Marcus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Hi Chris Looking good so far. I know Peterborough well but I go on the GBRf shed further down the yard from Eastfield which, looks like the shed you're modelling. Shall be following along with interest. Cheers Marcus Thanks Marcus. I've always wanted to build a model loosely based on Peterborough so looking forward to getting on with it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Here's some further photos with stock to show the space available etc. Track is now loosely pinned down, onto the wiring next! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joppyuk1 Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 There's a Witham Green in Boston, strangely enough it's near the river Witham! One of the termini for my Boston-Frieston tramway is close by, adjacent to the Great Northern line heading north. Best of luck in your endeavours. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Thanks Joppy. We live in Lincoln and so I came up with the name based around this. Interesting to know there's another Witham Green though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkie Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 You've captured a small working tmd very well. Looking forward to seeing your next update Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm mainly interested in the 1990's, with the layout very loosely based on Peterborough.I've got a few items of stock- couple of Bachmann 37's, Heljan 47 etc. great time to base it on lots of different locos rolling stock and colours to choose from and peterborough was allways busy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 29, 2016 Author Share Posted July 29, 2016 Further work has been carried out this week, with the layout now wired up for DCC and the backboards in place. Many thanks to my good friend Neil Mason for his help and guidance with this. Next set of jobs are to ensure the stock runs effectively over the trackwork, paint the backscene and make a start on the hard standing area around the shed/fuel point. Really enjoying the process so far. Comments are welcome! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Looks good to me ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 29, 2016 Author Share Posted July 29, 2016 Thanks Rob, I've been on annual leave this week so had plenty of time to get things done. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 lookin good any plans to put inspection pits inside shed ?. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 29, 2016 Author Share Posted July 29, 2016 I have considered using the Peco kits, but unsure at the moment. Wil definitely be looking into it though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted July 30, 2016 Author Share Posted July 30, 2016 Here we have 37702 from the Rail Exclusive twin pack. I've detailed the front ends and started weathering the chassis and body, looking forward to getting this chipped and on the layout soon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 All coming along really nicely Chris. Like the lighting in the shed and the subtle weathering on the 37. Cheers Marcus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted August 4, 2016 Author Share Posted August 4, 2016 All coming along really nicely Chris. Like the lighting in the shed and the subtle weathering on the 37. Cheers Marcus Thanks Marcus, I can't take credit for the Shed, that's Mason' fantastic work. Short update, another Brush Type 4 has joined the stable- quite like these Heljan 47's. Here we have 245 resting alongside 200 at Witham Green TMD. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted September 2, 2016 Author Share Posted September 2, 2016 Further work has taken place this week as I've made a start on ballasting the layout. It definitely went smoother than expected and I'm happy with the result. Javis extra fine ballast has been used and I'll now start to add some further detailing and weathering. Feedback is always welcome Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ess1uk Posted December 11, 2016 Share Posted December 11, 2016 Looks good so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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