Having followed this topic for a long time (as well as other threads started by gravytrain) and admired the many superb models I thought I should contribute. Here is a 4mm model of the Midland Type 2a box at Studley and Astwood Bank, built in plasticard about a year ago with Churchward Models' etched windows, parts from a Springside Models' interior detailing kit and Smiths' levers. Finials filed from toothpicks using the Dremel as a lathe. I am not happy with the current nameplate - will have another go at that. Inspired by Captain Kernow I built the Midland lever frame base from plasticard. Weathering and the stove pipe are still required. This was my second plasticard building, the first being the weighbridge office for the same site (starting small seemed a really good idea).
Bob Essery's excellent illustrated history of the "Ashchurch to Barnt Green Line" (ISBN 0 86093 562 0), the plans from Midlland Record Number 2 and a variety of other photographs were very helpful.The photograph of the token exchange was inspired by the
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