Sorry if I have posted in the wrong section. After enjoying train sets and model making as a child I have recently got back in to modeling and decided that I would like the challenge of a train layout. It has probably been about forty years since I had anything to do with model trains and modelling and a lot has changed in that time especially from a technological perspective. I have decided to clear out the loft, smarten it up and create a model train layout. I have some ideas about what I would like to do such as go with 00 guage and concentrate on the era from 1970 - 1980 which I think alows for plenty of scope. I know I want to base the layout very loosely on the real life examples found in the area between Brighton and Seaford with particular interest in Newhaven. At the moment I have a loft absolutely full of rubbish and it will take a lot of time to get the space in order and ready to build a layout. However, I am keen to plan ahead and would love to have some pointers in regard to locomotives and rolling stock, I seriously have not touched a train set in forty years so think of me as new to the hobby but willing to learn and also get involved with the community. Any pointers on what to think about, how to progress, good places to look for stock and modeling materials, good places to go for tips, help, advice would be great. Thanks in advance.