NHY 581

Morning all, Well, nearly there. To quote Moltke the Elder, “No plan of operations extends with certainty beyond the first encounter with the enemy's main strength" Or, There's still chance for Cack, Lord of Chaos and Mayhem to visit himself upon us but pretty much all that needs doing at this stage is done. I know that testing of layouts has/is being carried out...... The ablutions are being visited......( yes, it's THAT time of year..) Journeys are being commenced.......... And demos are being finalised....... A couple of reminders then........ Doors open at 10am tomorrow morning. Please park in the local area with due consideration for local residents. Bring and buy purchase is by way of cash or cards. Catering should be the same if we can get the second card machine up and running in time but in case of drama, best have a cash reserve. Traders again are all cash and card. Remember......entry is free but a donation at your discretion will go towards ensuring we ARE able to do this again next year. There will be suitable receptacles available. So finally, to anyone and everyone who is making the journey to see us, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Have a safe and enjoyable journey. Right, I'm off to have my wool done.

Great. I'm after 2x M39. LMS Horizontal Whistle.

Quite right.

Brian, Are you taking the Markits bits and bobs along ? Rob

Looks cowing lush......

Splendid news. One of my favourite shows and arguably one of THE best. Rob.

The SE&CR liveried examples are priced high but all liveries seem to be creeping up. However, if anyone is after examples where the valance to the footplate is lined, such as the SE&CR and Southern liveried versions, do make sure you zoom in on any images posted as part of the sale description. Even if left in the box, the packaging can rub removing the very fine lining. Worst case it will reveal the black plastic beneath the paint. Once you see it, the model is ruined as it's the livery that sets it apart. Certainly not worth paying a high price for. Rob

How close did I come to doing something featuring small prairies..........There's something about Kingsbridge. Rob

48hrs from now, everything should be in full swing........ Hopefully the event will be also be going well. I thank ewe.

That would be good to see and hear, Chris. Thanks. Rob.

Splendid idea, Phil. When you arrive just pop said shortbread into the Senior Chief Executive Lounge......

I'll drop you a PM shortly, J.

Should anyone be so disposed to want to wear their user name for identification purposes, I'll endeavour to remember the namebadge kits this year.............. If I do and you do on the day, please remember to return the plastic holders as you leave. I thank you.

Morning JZ. Probably best to drop Brian a quick email as a belt and braces. I was chatting to him yesterday and I'm pretty certain he's bringing his Western plates but just in case...... Rob.

Let's avoid those tricky questions in the future............

Morning all, A flavour of the main hall from last year. You may recognise a few of the usual suspects.........and one or two of the more unusual ones... I thank you.

As one who enjoys doing a bit of weathering, that is truly first class and something to aspire to. Rob.

Chris H's ( @Gilbert ) Cropper street features in the current edition of Railway Modeller, an excellent article. Come and see what all the fuss is about for yourself.

Absolutely.

Great. Make sure there's something for Ellie as well.

Carry on Old Boy. It will be lovely to see the three of you.

Nice to see, Alex. Upwell Drove was one of the inspirational layouts behind Ewe. In fact, it helped to kickstart my interest in all things East Anglian branchlineage