RMweb Gold queensquare Posted March 28, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 28, 2014 It would be awfully useful if he would..... We're rather short staffed..... Laurie Griffin and I were lucky enough to be allowed a go with the lorries at the Shepton narrow gauge show last year - great fun. I will be playing with my own trainset at the other end of the hall, with Laurie's assistance, but hopefully will get a chance to get away to have another go. . In my view End of the line is one of the best layouts around at the moment - a very simple design, beautifully executed and yet offering great operating potential for the entertainment of both exhibitor and spectator - a classic. Jerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 I am still waiting for news about the newts - the ones which are inhabiting our overflow car park. I should know whether or not we can use it next week. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles2 Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 MRD are showing they will be at Trainwest on their web site http://www.emardee.org.uk/epages/BT4589.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/BT4589/Categories/CustomerInformation.but can't see them listed on the floor plan? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 MRD are showing they will be at Trainwest on their web site http://www.emardee.org.uk/epages/BT4589.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/BT4589/Categories/CustomerInformation.but can't see them listed on the floor plan? That's interesting. They were invited - several times. On the basis that they haven't replied to any of my emails, haven't returned a booking form and haven't paid, I assumed that they weren't coming. That's why they are not on the floor plan and are not in the guide. I suppose that we might have a space somewhere if they turn up on the day, but it will not be in the hall. I have never had anyone attempting to trade from a van in the car park before. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium DLT Posted March 31, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 31, 2014 Laurie Griffin and I were lucky enough to be allowed a go with the lorries at the Shepton narrow gauge show last year - great fun. I will be playing with my own trainset at the other end of the hall, with Laurie's assistance, but hopefully will get a chance to get away to have another go. . Jerry Just don't try and re-enact scenes from The Hell Drivers... for anyone who's never seen it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 If things work according to plan, I shall soon be able to announce an extra layout. Watch this space... Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 I have long thought that the unused space in the Bowls Hall at Christie Miller, part of which is used for refreshments, would make an ideal venue for a feature layout. I have at last managed to secure use of the space and can announce that an extra layout will be added to this year's show. Stand 61 will be: Leamington Spa (O) by Pete Waterman. The layout has never been seen at an exhibition and I only managed to confirm details of its appearance at Trainwest today. The news has already led to a rush for ticket applications. Insurance requiments mean that we have to be limited to 10,000 advance tickets. Once those have been sold, any further tickets will be restricted to the main hall only. Special Leamington Spa only tickets are also being sold for the bargain price of £3.50 each including postage. These are available online at http://www.gascupboard.co.uk/trainwest-melksham-2014---child-ticket---including-postage-17904-p.asp . The special ticket line will close at noon today. Book now to avoid disappointment. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Impressive line up - even without Leamington Spa. I'd be there if I was anywhere in Europe.... Good luck, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Hmmmmm......even though I read it on March 31st over here I expected the obvious...... Best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted April 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 1, 2014 Maybe its only there today...... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 1, 2014 Author Share Posted April 1, 2014 Leamington Spa will no longer be appearing at Trainwest. This is due to the exhibition taking place on April 12th & 13th instead of April 1st. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold roundhouse Posted April 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 1, 2014 Damn Missed it already!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 Nice one Geoff! I'm just off to plant another spaghetti tree........oops, too late. exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 2, 2014 Author Share Posted April 2, 2014 One in and one out today (April 2nd) so this time I'm not joking. Team Track Trading have sadly been forced to withdraw. Stand 20 will now be used for a display by the Ashford International Model Railway Excellence Centre. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 6, 2014 Author Share Posted April 6, 2014 One week from now we should be clearing up after the last of the cheesecakes have been eaten. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold roundhouse Posted April 6, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 6, 2014 Just passing Bradford Junction at the moment on our diverted train to Reading. Back in the area in under a weeks tine but by car full of layout!! Looking forward to the Cheescakes! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 I refuse to leave the 'States now that Leamington Spa will not be there............ Just kidding, folks! this will be a great show! Best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southernman46 Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 It might be worth mentioning that these days Melksham does now have a relatively decent train service from Swindon & Westbury even on the Sunday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Woodcock Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 Hello Last show for Georgemas Jct in DC mode as it will be converted to DCC in the summer. Shame it couldn't be done in time for this show but time got in the way. I just hope the pension pot holds out. See you next weekend. Cheers George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37114 Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 It might be worth mentioning that these days Melksham does now have a relatively decent train service from Swindon & Westbury even on the Sunday. And there will be a shuttle minibus from the station to the hall to save the lengthy walk across town Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calnefoxile Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 And there will be a shuttle minibus from the station to the hall to save the lengthy walk across town Don't tell anyone that!!! Otherwise it'll mean I have to do some work :-) :-) Regards Neal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 6, 2014 Author Share Posted April 6, 2014 There will be a shuttle minibus (driven by Neal) running to the following timetable: Bus Times.pdf Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share Posted April 7, 2014 I hope you are all still coming because I am about to write a cheque for £1,100. That's what we are paying (in advance) for the exhibitors' lunches. It's Cajun chicken on Saturday and beef casserole on Sunday. The cheesecakes are costing us extra. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles2 Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Hi Geoff. I will be coming up from Cornwall by motorcycle, is there any motorcycle parking near the hall? Or is it just a case of finding a space in the car park. A few years ago I called in to Trainwest on a trip up country by car and seem to remember parking in the road outside the hall, never did find the carpark. bubbles2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Endacott Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share Posted April 7, 2014 Bikers tend to park immediately outside the hall. The main car park is opposite the hall and the latest news is that our regular overflow car park on the old running track behind the hall should be available. Geoff Endacott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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