Northpoint Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 As many of you will already be aware, the annual Freemo gatheirng at Armitage will take place on the weekend of September 9th - 10th. Much has been discussed on other forums, particularly Facebook but I am aware tha not everybody enjoys Facebook! So, to update things - I am still responsible for the logisitics (venue, food, etc), but the call for modules is now closed as the configuration is currently being put into the ops programme by Chris Gilbert and it is too late to alter it. Remember, these events aren't open to the public and it's not a case of just turn up on the day. I need a good idea of attendance numbers well in advance so I can work out the finances. So, the question is - is there anybody else who hasn't been in touch who wants to come either one or both days? If so, please PM me. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted June 29, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2017 And this is the type of layout to look forward to ( this was the 2016 set up) 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold roundhouse Posted June 29, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2017 Going to miss this year but hopefully will be OK for next year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickBrad Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 You know, I really wish I could attend, just to help out financially. Not having my own car or dcc fitted loco precludes that possibility though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
298 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 You know, I really wish I could attend, just to help out financially. Not having my own car or dcc fitted loco precludes that possibility though The latter shouldn't be a problem as you'll probably be working a train with somebody else, and there are usually spare locos for hire.... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 And the venue is easy enough to get to by public transport, on Saturdays at least. I know this because I did it myself for TVNAM last year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickBrad Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Hmm, i'll have a think over the next day or so and try work out the logistics. I think realistically the next event would be more attainable for me as I have a job interview next thursday and I don't know what the result of that will be, I may be working saturdays as part of that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted June 29, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2017 Even one day if you can afford the travel for just one it is worth it. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted July 1, 2017 Author Share Posted July 1, 2017 You know, I really wish I could attend, just to help out financially. Not having my own car or dcc fitted loco precludes that possibility though A lift can always be arranged from a convenient station. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted August 3, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 3, 2017 Nick Do we have a layout plan yet? Got my room booked again so really need to ballast the three plain modules ready for this year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mog Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Nick Do we have a layout plan yet? Got my room booked again so really need to ballast the three plain modules ready for this year. Do you do Facebook Paul? Can point you at plans and some guidance re the operating this year Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted August 4, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 4, 2017 (edited) No I don't do Facebook, never joined and won't for another reason, anyway forums waste enough of my day without non modelling distractions I've got the ops roster link but that's it. I'll drop Chris an email Edited August 4, 2017 by PaulRhB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mog Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 No I don't do Facebook, never joined and won't for another reason, anyway forums waste enough of my day without non modelling distractions I've got the ops roster link but that's it. I'll drop Chris an email Okey doke - I get that. It's just that there is a page with all the info. Chris G will be able to furnish you with the suitable gubbins I'm sure. cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted August 29, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 29, 2017 (edited) A week and a bit to go and I'm finally getting some basic scenics on the three bare modules. Also King Coal has morphed into a through board and become Spikes Scrap and joins onto Sunnydale to improve switching at home. Edited August 29, 2017 by PaulRhB 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted September 3, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 3, 2017 Spikes Scrap ready for action Heading off straight from work on Friday so hoping to be there sometime between 5 & 7 so anyone staying in the Premier Inn hopefully see you for dinner. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted September 5, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 5, 2017 Chris and Nick have done a splendid job on the operating guide and plan so looking forward to Saturday Plan by Chris and Nick 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
long island jack Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 Got my hard hat, gloves and steel toe capped boots ready, for the morning shift at Nucor steel!! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted September 5, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 5, 2017 We will have to put a wall of fan heaters on to simulate a furnace Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
long island jack Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 We will have to put a wall of fan heaters on to simulate a furnace when working the blast furnace I think they work 30 min shifts because of the heat, then they have a liquid break to replace all the lost fluids, if the morning shift at Nucor is 8-12, I reckon that's about 4-5 tins of IPA I need!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold jollysmart Posted September 6, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2017 (edited) when working the blast furnace I think they work 30 min shifts because of the heat, then they have a liquid break to replace all the lost fluids, if the morning shift at Nucor is 8-12, I reckon that's about 4-5 tins of IPA I need!!!!! When the steelworks in Scunthorpe were in full swing the nearest pub, The Furnace Arms, had a special licence and was open at 6.00am for workers leaving the night shift to allow them to replenish their lost fluids. All now long gone. Edited September 6, 2017 by jollysmart Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
298 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 We will have to put a wall of fan heaters on to simulate a furnace It felt like that at TVNAM back in the summer... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 I've even done my homework and read the track warrant instructions... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted September 6, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2017 Yep same here studied and will try to remember the radio protocol as it's not full phonetic alphabet like I'm used to at work Clamps, wires, stock all sorted, just need to load the car tomorrow as I'm on earlies Friday and I don't think the neighbours will appreciate me crashing around in the garage at 5am Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted September 7, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 7, 2017 (edited) Modules loaded so I only have the stock to sort in the morning, oh and me! 4 modules which is 7 boards altogether. Edited September 7, 2017 by PaulRhB 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikjd Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Modules loaded so I only have the stock to sort in the morning, oh and me! 4 modules which is 7 boards altogether. IMG_9531.JPG I'm sure you can fit another module in there somewhere .............. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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