exmoordave Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Evening folks I just wanted to confirm the date and location for our show in 2015. It will be held at The Minehead Eye again, close to Minehead Station, so providing the best of both worlds. We have received our first bit of publicity in this month's Hornby Magazine conyained within the article for a featured layout - "Snug End" by Graham Gatehouse. Graham brought another of his small layouts for its west country debut (The Shunting Puzzle) to this year's show in August, which invited members of the public to have a go, and at times they were lining up three deep!!! We also have commitments from quite a few other excellent layouts, so watch this space! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted November 26, 2014 Author Share Posted November 26, 2014 Evening all Enjoyed the show at NEC this year and a couple of layouts from that show will be coming to Exmoor Rail next August! Full details will be announced in due course. Also, the West Somerset Railway is holding its annual Steam Fayre on the same week-end as our show, so why not make a week-end of it? Plus you get beautiful Exmoor and the seaside thrown in for FREE!! What more could anyone want???!!! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted February 25, 2015 Author Share Posted February 25, 2015 Good evening good people!! I thought some of you would be interested to know that Jamest's new layout "Bratton Lane", will be attending Exmoor Rail on 1st August, James has done an excellent job on this and will be sure to attract a lot of punters! This layout was inspired by a layout that attended our show last year, "The Shunting Puzzle" (see above), which proved to be extremely popular with many people wanting to "have a go". See you there! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted March 18, 2015 Author Share Posted March 18, 2015 Hello everybody Our trader list is now complete, so here goes: Ray Heard Model Railways - Ray probably has the largest range of secondhand locos & rolling stock in 2mm, 4mm & 7mm, including many unusual & kit-built items. AAR models - They offer a vast range of diecast vehicles in different scales, plus a range of kits etc. Maple Tree Creations - Julie has a range of bespoke printed/embroidered items, which are ideal for individual layout owners, clubs etc., plus mugs & other giftware with related railway significance. Weston Models - First time visitors who manufacture a range of buildings inn 2mm, 4mm & 7mm plus other accessories. Bob Jones - An excellent range of new and weathered RTR items, combined with a huge choice of new books at discount prices. Elite Baseboards - They supply standard & bespoke quality baseboards and accessories plus also undertake commissions for complete layouts. Penduke Models - A wide range of scenic items and other accessories is available. Keith's Bits & Pieces - He offers a wide range of accessories of all at very keen prices. Railroom Electronics - Here is the widest possible range of wire, switches, tools, soldering equipment, lights, glues, plugs, sockets & much more. Some further info concerning layouts will be announced soon. best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 Evening all I have been so busy lately after our house move, that I have now only had a chance to include a photo of JamesT's new layout - "Bratton Lane", that is coming to Exmoor Rail on 1st August this year. Sorry to be so late with this. Best to all exmoordave After several attempts on different photos it won't let "upload this kind of file" - does anyone have an idea why? They were standard JPG files attached to an email in the normal way. Thanks in advance! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted April 2, 2015 Author Share Posted April 2, 2015 Hello all We're just awaiting one final layout confirmation and then we'll publish the full exhibitor list. In the meanwhile I have included a photo of the venue of our Exmoor Rail exhibition on Saturday 1st August for those who may not have visited us before. It is just across the car park from the West Somerset Railway station in Minehead, which is right on the seafront. In addition we hope to have a banner on the front (over the entrance porch), to make it even easier to see! Unfortunately, we are not allowed to have the plane skywriting this year - no idea why............. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted April 10, 2015 Author Share Posted April 10, 2015 Here is a copy of our poster for this year's show which will be displayed in various locations and websites, including locations along the West Somerset Railway who are again helping us this year. Best to all exmoordave exmoor rail 2015 poster.pdf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted April 24, 2015 Author Share Posted April 24, 2015 Evening all!! Just wanted to share a piccie of one of the layouts coming to Exmoor Rail on 1st August this year. This is Littleworth, a 4mm layout appearing in the south west of England for the first time.It is also due to be published in a major modelling mag later this year. I hope you like it! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 Hi everyone Just a sneak preview at another excellent layout coming to Exmoor Rail on 1st August. This time it's Pixash Lane, built by an esteemed RMWebber!! This is a beautifully observed model based on the WR/BR lines near Bristol in the 1960s. Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold jamest Posted May 27, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 27, 2015 Hi David, Just read though and noticed you had trouble uploading the photos I let you have. Hope you don't mind but here they are (I can't remember the exact ones, but you'll get the idea) Looking forward to August. Bratton Lane OO shunting puzzle - inspired by last years shunting puzzle layout on show. Hope everything is well in your new house. Regards, James Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted May 27, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 27, 2015 Looks like Exmoor Rail is going to be Kadee intensive...but seriously - they seem to be growing in popularity on British 4mm and I spend a lot of time at shows demoing the KDs while my mates are busy operating Pixash Lane! Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted May 28, 2015 Author Share Posted May 28, 2015 Hi Gents Many thanks for your contributions! James - Yes I did have problems with the pics you sent - no idea why. I guess it wasn't "playtime"! So thanks again for posting some here. Chris - You're right, Kadees do seem to be increasingly popular on British models now. I'll try to do a headcount at the show! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 Evening everyone! Just a couple of updates. Firstly the Great Western Society have kindly agreed to come along and support us on the day. Second, we have a little extra space this year, so our plan is to have a "micro-layout" room, in addition to the main hall. The full layout list will be published asap - in other words, when I can snatch enough time on the PC between bouts of intense decorating in our new "pad". Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted June 8, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 8, 2015 Cheers Dave Pixash is scheduled for RM in August so I hope there'll be a mention of your show Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 Cheers Dave Pixash is scheduled for RM in August so I hope there'll be a mention of your show Chris Hi Chris That's great news, many thanks for letting me know. All the best Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 Morning everyone, In spite of our gas boiler going wrong, here is the list of layouts appearing at Exmoor Rail in Minehead on 1st August: Weslo Steels - 4mm/EM - Western Region around 1975 Milton Street - 2mm - BR, 1970s/80s Littleworth - 4mm/00 - Southern Region, late steam era Devonport Road - 4mm/00 - Western around Plymouth, 1990 (Can be DCC with sound) Seend - 4mm/00 - Western Region on the Devizes branch, 1960s. Recently featured in 2 differentn magazines Pixash Lane - 4mm/00 - Western Region around Bristol, 1960s. (See pic above!) Ebdon Road Yard - 7mm - British Rail, 1970s/80s/90s (DCC with sound) Snug End - 4mm/00 - BR, 1950s/60s. Can be DC or DCC with sound Tipham - 4mm/00 finescale - BR Eastern Ragion, 1950-59 Heybridge Wharf - 3mm/14.2 - BR Eastern Region, 1950s Bridgebury Gate - 2mm - Western/Southern/BR, 1966-2000ish Bratton Lane - 4mm/00 - late steam/early diesel to BR blue West Street - 3mm/14.2 - London Midland Region, late 1950s Trelill - 2mm - Southern Region, North Cornwall line, 1948-1966 In addition we are pleased to have Mr. Mudmagnet in attendance with his own stand - Mudmagnet Models. Richard will be demonstrating his techniques particularly on buildings, plus there will be some samples for sale. In addition he will have information about commissions he can undertake for layout construction & stock weathering. David Winter will also join us to demonstrate specifically, construction of wagons, complete with compensation, plus various wagon loads, primarily for use on his 4mm finescale layout Exmouth. For those of you who don't know, the West Somerset Railway will be holding its annual Steam Fayre on the same week-end, so it's an ideal opportunity to take a short break in beautiful West Somerset, and visit us on the Saturday & the WSR on the Sunday!!! I can provide details of some very reasonable B&Bs as well (absolutely no connection with any I may recommend I should add), if anyone is interested, so please PM me. Thank you for your indulgence and hope to see some of you there. Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 1, 2015 Author Share Posted July 1, 2015 Just a reminder about our show, as it's just one month to go now! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungus the Fogeyman Posted July 16, 2015 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Bumpity bump just over 2 weeks to go! Weslo Steels and its operating team are raring to go!!! Disgusting of Market Harborough Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 19, 2015 Author Share Posted July 19, 2015 Hi Folks! Here's another shot of "Pixash Lane", which can be seen at Exmoor Rail in a couple of weeks time on Saturday 1st August. Personally I think it's really nice to see a BR green diesel on a layout - modern image seems to prevail on many layouts these days - variety makes the world go round of course, it's just my personal preference. We do have 4/5 modern image layouts of course, so something for everyone we hope! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 23, 2015 Author Share Posted July 23, 2015 We have a larger programme this year - and still FREE!!!!, while stocks last of course. Proofread yesterday, so off to the printers etc. Everything else is pretty much set - direction signs to go up shortly, together with our new banner, for which we have Local Authority permission! Roll on Saturday week - 1st August, all are welcome. exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 27, 2015 Author Share Posted July 27, 2015 Signs/banners are up - and got pretty wet doing it!!! Now under a week to go. Don't forget the WSR is holding its Steam Fayre next week-end as well. We have a lot of people who have a train ride from Bishops Lydeard to come and see the show, so it makes a great day all round. See you there exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted July 27, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 27, 2015 Great stuff - hoping for a train ride on Friday before setting up. Pixash did make it into the August RM. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/67574-pixash-lane/page-4 http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/101034-rm-august/ Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 29, 2015 Author Share Posted July 29, 2015 The weather forecast seems reasonable for Saturday, so hopefully we should get a good crowd. Remember you can have a train ride on the WSR to arrive in Minehead, and then a two minute stroll to The Minehead Eye - still in sight of the real thing! exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted July 30, 2015 Author Share Posted July 30, 2015 BUMP, BUMP - just 2 days to go now and off to the venue tomorrow for moving, marking & measuring. After all that work, we will be indulging in some delicious fish & chips - always good after the hard graft. Looking forward to welcoming all the exhibitors, demonstrators & traders who are supporting us, but especially the general public who helped make such a good atmosphere here over the past couple of years. In addition we will be awarding a special "plate", not for best layout, but an individual piece of modelling excellence. This will not be judged by anyone in our group, but by two independent judges - should be interesting! Best to all exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted July 31, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2015 Car loaded and ready to roll - looking forward to a bit of seaside fun and sun Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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