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12°C SW 21kt, gusting 46kt Showery start to the day though drier and brighter conditions hoped for this afternoon (before the next band of rain, at least). Still we wait for quotes for our roof repair; the second roofer to visit did however clear a lot of debris which has helped no end. Our drive is now finished, ready for a ceremonial return of cars later today. Mrs C and I had been due to holiday in Cornwall this week, so for a second time this year I'm having to use my annual leave during a national lockdown. Our first wedding anniversary is Wednesday so a to visit to Wakehurst, Ardingly is planned. For now I return to my coffee and continue to ogle over @NHY 581's Sheep Dip in December's BRM. Stay safe.

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Thank you for the warm welcome last week and I continue to keep abreast of everyone's updates in these difficult times. 12°C SE 5kt Weather much calmer than last Sunday, and fortunately so, as we still await a quote for our roof repairs despite a couple of visits now. Work on the drive commenced as planned though not without issue as our neighbours sought clarification of the boundary and the intended finish alongside their drive - fortunately all now resolved but crippling for the anxiety! With national restrictions now introduced and Mrs C's salon regrettably closed until December, the news that I'll remain in the office was bittersweet, but I'm sure she'll make the most of the break before the build-up to Christmas. Trying to keep some normality at the weekends, we managed to book a visit to Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks later this morning though it seems strange to still be able to go to the National Trust during 'lockdown'. Bachmann's announcement on Tuesday was a welcome distraction - how I would love a layout big enough to see a malachite green ex-LB&SCR H2 Class stretch her legs! Stay safe on this Remembrance Sunday.

I copied the link address of the Rails of Sheffield Tweet and then the forum embedded it. Nothing has been deliberately added or changed - my apologies for trying to share a 'bargain'.

A long-time reader of Early Risers, herewith my first entry with an intention of posting each weekend... 16°C SW 18kt, gusting 36kt Weather much like the news overnight, though the sun is now making fleeting appearances. Slow start to the day but a tour of the Bombay Sapphire Distillery, Whitchurch awaits with Mrs C - desperately trying to make use of gifted vouchers before expiry. The poor state of our roof means that the lounge continues to leak, but hopefully assistance will be forthcoming soon. Yesterday's announcement presumably means our new drive will be okay to start Wednesday, but wait with bated-breath. With little now on the horizon, I look forward to what Bachmann will announce on Tuesday. Stay safe.

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Well worth sharing @PMP's recent 'Transformation Tuesday, Genesis' post for an overview of the current state of development: - https://albionyard.wordpress.com/2020/10/27/transformation-tuesday-genesis/

It was initially described as such (see below post from Rails of Sheffield/Dapol/NRM Announce OO gauge Stroudley A1/A1X), though the link no-longer works...

Indeed, an example being Hattons sharing their Project Genesis carriages with both recently; free exposure to very varied audiences.

An interesting topic given all the different approaches - my micro, Great Coles Wood Halt, was inspired by the names of local woodlands. https://www.greatcoleswoodhalt.com/background Those familiar with the Bluebell Railway will recognise much of the history of the Nuthatch Line - predominantly for health reasons I created a website to give myself something to concentrate on of an evening and found the research, etc very therapeutic!

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Whilst there's scope to extend, the layout itself has remained the same - stock has increased tenfold however! The most recent arrivals include USA Class No 30064, B4 Class No 30096 and A1X Class No 32655 (the first two primarily due to @Graham_Muz and his Canute Road Quay). I've slowly been adding images to my Gallery page. Eventually I'd like a seperate station diorama, having purchased the recent release of Bluebell Railway buildings, but that won't be for a while unfortunately...

Brilliant - the forced perspective with rolling stock in the immediate foreground really helps to give that impression of depth.

Back of the queue, @gwrrob!

News from the Bluebell Railway dated August, 16th covering the "Grand Reopening" and 60th birthday celebrations: - https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Bluebell-Railway.html?soid=1108082818574&aid=3Aw2Vp9_SsA

News from the Bluebell Railway dated August, 06th ahead of tomorrow's (07th) "Grand Reopening" and 60th birthday celebrations: - https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Bluebell-Railway---Grand-Reopening-and-60th-birthday-celebrations.html?soid=1108082818574&aid=Slm0PLnBxEY

Apologies, posted prior to seeing the 'Hornby Product Announcement - July 31st 2020' topic.

News from the Bluebell Railway dated July, 17th with information around the rebranded services for reopening: - https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Bluebell-Railway.html?soid=1108082818574&aid=sPyHzH6_jiI

News from the Bluebell Railway dated July, 12th: - https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Bluebell-Railway.html?soid=1108082818574&aid=KehPtuozuz0

News from the Bluebell Railway dated July, 05th: - https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Bluebell-Railway.html?soid=1108082818574&aid=lNnF1PvnzII

Amazingly you were spot-on... Got there eventually, certainly was tough!

Summer '20 edition of BLUEBELL NEWS: - https://www.bluebell-railway.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Bluebell-News-Summer-2020-issue.pdf