RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted September 7, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 7, 2017 "Valleyfields" is all packed up, tested and all the locos and stock have been serviced so we are as ready as we will ever be for the weekend. It will be the last show for the layout (and very likely for Ken, who feels that it is time for him to retire from rigours of the exhibition circuit) and it looks like we will be going out on a "high" as it looks to be a superb line up. I hope lots of folk come along. This event is one of the best kept secrets in the exhibition diary. Superb layouts, trade and demonstrators but usually quite small visitor numbers. Perhaps it is because it is seen as a minority interest show for EM modellers only but it is much more than that. Hopefully see some RMWebbers there. Tony 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 Superb layouts, trade and demonstrators but usually quite small visitor numbers. I've just been talking to Derek on the phone to wish everyone well for the weekend as I can't, for personal reasons, be there but I hope as many people as possible make the effort to go as without the support of people coming through the door such shows may not be viable at a future point with rising costs so I urge everyone who can go, to go. The grass can wait a few more days to be cut, the other jobs can wait too as supporting such events in some form is important. Have a good weekend all. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisf Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 This may or may not be of some comfort to Derek but I intend to be there on Saturday. The line-up of layouts justifies making the effort. I just hope that the M6 behaves itself, particularly in the afternoon as I would really like to be back in Bedford for the Wild Willy Barrett concert on Saturday evening! I did look at making the trip by public transport but it is far from seamless and my last two experiences with Virginontheridiculous Trains have been less than happy. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzer models Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 This may or may not be of some comfort to Derek but I intend to be there on Saturday. The line-up of layouts justifies making the effort. I just hope that the M6 behaves itself, particularly in the afternoon as I would really like to be back in Bedford for the Wild Willy Barrett concert on Saturday evening! I did look at making the trip by public transport but it is far from seamless and my last two experiences with Virginontheridiculous Trains have been less than happy. Chris M6 = add at least 2 hours to the trip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark axlecounter Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 But not as bad as the M55 because of the illuminations. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted September 7, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 7, 2017 I will just add one further thought. This show will be the first outing, in a substantially completed state, of Geoff Kent's "Black Lion Crossing". The modelling on this layout is quite simply as good as it gets. It may even be one those shows that people will look back on in years to come and say "I was there". It would be worth the admission price by itself. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium wagonbasher Posted September 7, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 7, 2017 I will just add one further thought. This show will be the first outing, in a substantially completed state, of Geoff Kent's "Black Lion Crossing". The modelling on this layout is quite simply as good as it gets. It may even be one those shows that people will look back on in years to come and say "I was there". It would be worth the admission price by itself. I saw it in its early stages a couple of years ago at EXPO North... The crossing was in but the model of the Black Lion was still to be seen Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 I saw it in its early stages a couple of years ago at EXPO North... The crossing was in but the model of the Black Lion was still to be seen Andy I used to work across the road from the prototype pub Geoff used for the model. That was over 50 years ago and I thought it was a lovely and unusual prototype even then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 8, 2017 Just fitting some transport boards to hold The Depot's boards in pairs then they can go into the van for the trip west. Looking forward to it's first outing, it's no where near finished so please don't be alarmed! http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/106646-the-depots-low-baring-rosedale-east/page-1 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekEm8 Posted September 8, 2017 Author Share Posted September 8, 2017 Setting off shortly to do the basic marking out (during the school lunchtime) then final marking out after the school finishes A bit disjointed -but hey - ho here we go. Long day ahead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium wagonbasher Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 8, 2017 Just fitting some transport boards to hold The Depot's boards in pairs then they can go into the van for the trip west. Looking forward to it's first outing, it's no where near finished so please don't be alarmed! http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/106646-the-depots-low-baring-rosedale-east/page-1 I have also spent the morning making transit boards. Tackeroo is almost ready for the van. We are travelling up in the morning however See you there Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mark Forrest Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 8, 2017 For those traveling to set up this evening, be advised that the M6 is currently closed between J18 and 19. Signs are warning of a 2 hour delay J16 to 18. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 8, 2017 All set up, except the transformer for the magnets and point motors which is at home... managed to get a replacement which will be wired up in the morning. In the pub now... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TheSignalEngineer Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 8, 2017 For those traveling to set up this evening, be advised that the M6 is currently closed between J18 and 19. Signs are warning of a 2 hour delay J16 to 18. J18/19 not expected open before 00.30 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TheSignalEngineer Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 8, 2017 All set up, except the transformer for the magnets and point motors which is at home... managed to get a replacement which will be wired up in the morning. In the pub now... Looking forward to seeing your new effort. Hoping to be over around the start tomorrow morning. My grandsons have spotted an advert for the Romiley Methodists Exhibition and decided that I am taking them tomorrow afternoon. How could I refuse? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Savoyard Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 8, 2017 Departure list for the Bus Service from both Urmston and Partington. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
durham light infantry Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 For those undecided about going, here's something to tempt you. Mike 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suddaby Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I might visit just for a ride on the bus Edit: Effin autocorrect AGAIN! And the pub on Urmston station!! Kevin 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ullypug Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 8, 2017 For those traveling to set up this evening, be advised that the M6 is currently closed between J18 and 19. Signs are warning of a 2 hour delay J16 to 18.There are a few haggard faces this evening. 7.5 hours from Bristol. Still I've seen some interesting parts of Staffordshire and Cheshire I wouldn't otherwise have seen!But show will be open as planned and it looks fantastic. Worth the trip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium wagonbasher Posted September 8, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 8, 2017 There are a few haggard faces this evening. 7.5 hours from Bristol. Still I've seen some interesting parts of Staffordshire and Cheshire I wouldn't otherwise have seen! But show will be open as planned and it looks fantastic. Worth the trip. trust me... the best parts of Staffordshire are not seen from the M6. Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekEm8 Posted September 8, 2017 Author Share Posted September 8, 2017 Just got home - go to the M60 - closed at 10pm long diversion home via Stockport. However all setup apart from 1 Layout coming tomorrow and a couple of traders. I must really thank the exhibitors who braved the M6 today and the cross - Cheshire tour that they had to make after being diverted off the motor way. 7+ hours traveling is no fun. See you all tomorrow Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mark Forrest Posted September 9, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 9, 2017 Just about to leave to make my way to the show. Really looking forward to visiting what is, IMHO, one of the highlights of the exhibition calendar. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Sadly I'm not going to be able to get there. T'other half is on holiday in sunny climes and both my usual doggy sitters and dog walker are not available. Can't leave him all day, can't bring him with me...... I think I'm 'owed' Please post pics? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TheSignalEngineer Posted September 9, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 9, 2017 Must try out my new rucksack today. Slimline version with proper carrying handle on top. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jol Wilkinson Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I have just been advised that London Road Models have had to cancel at the last minute. John Redrup has become unwell and has been unable to make the journey north to ExpoEM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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