South Wales NCB in the 1970s (as yet unnamed)

[Ruston]

Just now, Captain Kernow said:

Fantastic model, Dave - is that a scratchbuild on a Bachmann 08 chassis?

 

Aye, Cap'n. Full details can be found in my workshop thread, in the Std. Gauge Industrial section.

[br2975]

15 hours ago, Ruston said:

That loco was sold for scrap to Charlie Strong. In my 4mm world, anyway. 😉

 

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Nice one Dave, here is a photo of it derelict at Cwm, in the winter of 1984/1985 awaiting collection by Charlie Strong.

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The pit was silent as this was at the height of 'The Strike' and only one 'scab' (strike breaker) was there.

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This meant my colleagues and I had the run of the place.

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Edited December 2, 2023 by br2975

[Wayne 37901]

Slow progress being made, but last night saw the base of the crossing go in and some basic ground added.

 

I think the road and crossing might be a tad wide but I'll leave it for now and can trim down if required.

 

Oddly I haven't found myself in the usual trap of being undecided at the track stage when I attempt to build a layout, I'm keeping in mind the less is more goal.

 

Apologies for the photo being sideways, it displays the right way on my phone. I might have to crop them next time.

 

Back soon.