Michael Woolford

I have to say, this really is fantastic. I can't wait to see what it will look like when the trackwork is finished and ballasted.

Steve, unfortunately, the time and cost of travelling by train is too much for me to be able to get to any of the northern exhibitions. Watford finescale was my best chance but I had some personal matters to deal with which stopped me going last month. 2014 might be a better option as I may be driving by then, time is the biggest issue and I can't really afford the extra cost of staying somewhere overnight. Hopefully 2014 will be possible if I have a car by then (will make getting to other exhibitions easier too). Michael

Steve, this has probably been asked before but I have not found it. My question is about the uncoupling system that is used; I would like to know how trains are uncoupled on the layout. From the images of the station control cabinet with the view of the relays, I am assuming that this is done via some sort of electromagnetic system? Also, are there any specific couplings that are used for this? Will Liverpool Lime Street be making any appearances other than in the north any time soon? (Its a long way to travel for someone who lives in Swindon!) Michael

I do apologise, it will indeed be 4mm, EM to be exact. Thanks for the suggestions so far, I will have to look into them.

I don't actually have a preference, I've always liked the idea of a main line terminus but I think that would be in many years to come if I were ever to attempt it. The theme of a branch line terminus especially GWR I feel has been done to death but a joint terminus or even a terminus with a junction is a possibility as it offers something different to the norm. I would also consider a main line through station, but as I said to start with, I have no preference. All suggestions will be considered if they are practical so I'm sure there are a wide range of possibilities.

Hi all, I am looking to model a prototype location and I would like to model somewhere with joint running powers (GWR and LMS) does anyone have any suggestions of a suitable location or perhaps be able to point me towards any research material? Just as a note, I have room for 15 foot in length and I don't think width will be an issue. Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks, Michael

Steve, Thank you for taking the time to explain things, it's very helpful. Hopefully this new information will help me progress with my own layout. I'm sure your responses will also be of help to many others and as I mentioned in my previous post, it would be brilliant if I get the chance to see the layout in the flesh. I look forward to watching the layout progress. Thanks again, Michael

Steve, Do you know what CCTV system the layout uses as most of the cheaper systems have very poor quality and the ones on Lime Street seem to be fairly good. Also I am considering using Fulgurex motors and would like to know if there have been any issues with them on the layout such as reliability and installation, and finally do you know how the diagram for the control panel was made as this is also something I am about to start doing on my layout and I am sure would be of interest to many others. It is a joy to see this layout progress and I look forward to seeing it in the future if ever I get the chance! Michael

This layout is absolutely superb, pictures surely don't do it justice, this is a layout I must see. I have to thank the Lime Street team for producing such a masterpiece for us (and of course yourselves!) to enjoy. The attention to detail and the size of the layout is astonishing. One thing I must ask though is if anyone knows roughly how much the trolleys that the baseboards are transported in cost to make as I am considering doing something similar with my layout. Thanks, Michael