MattDitch

New 009 kit I'm very pleased to finally be able to release my latest 009 narrow gauge locomotive kit. This is a freelance diesel based on a General Motors diesel. The kit comes with the following parts; 1X Body 1X driver figure (Figures vary) Detailing pack: Toolbox, Oil Can, Bucket, Vac Pipes Couplings (Pair) It can be purchased from the below links Website >> https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/009-freelance-general-electric-diesel-mdm59 eBay >> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134331695134?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY I also still have stock of my 2023 calendars. Railway >> https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-railway-photography-calendar Landscape & Nature >> https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-landscape-nature-photography-calendar

I'm going to be focussing on disused railways over the winter months. I already have some videos recorded and some galleries nearly ready to go. Over the summer I explored, what I could of the Cockermouth - Keswick section of the CK&PR. For those in the know. A lot of this section of the CK&PR was lost under the A66. But, there are still a lot of remains and a few surprises. The full gallery can be found here. But in the meantime, here are a few tasters.... The Orient Express at Bassenthwaite lake Farm level crossing near Braithwaite

With Christmas fast approaching, I thought now would be a good time to let people know that I still have several of my Railway and Landscape & nature calendars available. These would make excellent stocking fillers😉 The calendars can be purchased from the below links. Railway Calendar https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-railway-photography-calendar https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134225108448?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY Landscape & Nature https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-landscape-nature-photography-calendar https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134225105118?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY Also, My book Preserved Industrial Railways of the North East & Cumbria is now available to purchase. To view and purchase the book, please follow the below link https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BJ9QB174?ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_J5GEXY06N3AMNQ157TYJ&tag=kp025-21&linkCode=kpe

I've spent some time recently completely redesigning my O-16.5 (0 gauge narrow gauge) freelance Peckett 0-6-0T style body kit. The model is designed to fit the Electrotren 0-6-0 chassis (not supplied). Website >> https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/0-165-peckett-0-6-0t-mdm18 eBay >> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134308235428?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

New Video - Derwent valley railway, part 1 - Swalwell to Rowlands Gill. A video exploring the Derwent valley railway between Swalwell and Rowlands Gill, near Newcastle. The Derwent valley railway was opened as an extension to the Lanchester Valley Railway (previously covered on this channel). The railway opened in 1867, closed to passengers in 1953 and finally closed completely in 1963. Today the full route is now a footpath.

Exciting news! My book Preserved Industrial Railways of the North East & Cumbria is now available to purchase. To view and purchase the book, please follow the below link https://read.amazon.co.uk/kp/embed?asin=B0BJ9QB174&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_J5GEXY06N3AMNQ157TYJ

Between other projects this week, I've been working on this freelance Sentinel railcar. It's not really based on anything in particular. Although the cab design was inspired by I believe a LSWR railcar. My model is finished in a work worn, and battered livery inspired by the Furness Railway. In my head, I could imagine this carrying workers to and from some remote Cumbrian slate mine, spending most of its time exposed to the elements. The model is available to purchase for those who are interested. It is designed to take a Kato 105 chassis (not supplied). The model is available as a single car or double pack. Single car Website - https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/009-freelance-sentinel-railcar-body-kit-mdm57 eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134278672287?hash=item1f43a1ef9f:g:WcsAAOSwG4JjSBZK&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAkCmbtJGaOnpDcBdfmRVEa1zT13EONloWUGgqfPlzeDGpENaIlFGn83tPs1shBTYqotGth%2BKyRVYGFmfe%2BCho07nFezBY4LRRcG5Xx0%2BkweijuTHwwedJiIhjoQgyThmIXWram24TOGBrLs82aFDaSJQLt01jJ%2FAMSwMCNJlC%2FS5WJTPLbHj5dSdVKYBe8r7pgg%3D%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR8T1lZr6YA Double pack (x2 bodies) Website - https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/009-freelance-sentinel-railcar-double-pack-mdm58 eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134278675200?hash=item1f43a1fb00:g:~6YAAOSwf79jSBc6&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAkAP6ENAjfs8zk34SuyeHeOZFKG0qMuENCoeiknIN%2FiKbCr2JcVCNS41gN9oO%2F%2BPKj%2BhLVVHwAtLiVEbFCYO0qP3SNVR4B51PDL9ZHOa%2FC5XT9gTOIdwRTABpXATWJK3tMkfDWwpN%2Bqk5Z4Pa3jThK6uUX9P5iWqaJM%2BTUddQBANlse1L4IdeAsIo8sNVrIXXdw%3D%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR8T1lZr6YA

New Video - North Yorkshire Moors Railway Annual Steam Gala 2022. 24/09/22

6 years ago today I entered the world of 3d modelling with a crudely drawn rendition of my house. From there, I quickly turned my attention to designing and printing various steam & diesel locomotives, mostly in 009 (Other scales are now available!). I first got into 3d Modelling & 3d printing as a distraction to help me cope with my mental health, something that unfortunately still affects me. Although it can affect my productivity, I continue to learn new skills and tricks that I hope, in the long run, will improve my offerings. And, I'm personally very proud of what I've been able to achieve over the past 6 years. I've sent models off to all corners of the Globe, and have one off to Australia this week! And, for those who got this far, here is a 10% discount code for my online shop OCT10 https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1

NYMR steam gala 2022

New Video - Bank holiday steam part two: Tanfield Railway 28/08/22

"Illingworth” at the North Tyneside Steam Railway 18/09/22 Hudswell Clarke 0-6-0ST “Illingworth” is currently visiting the railway from its current home, The Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway in Yorkshire. “Illingworth” was built in 1916 for use at the Ministry of Munitions at Gretna Green, during the first world war. In 1922, it was sold to Bradford Corporation for use on the Nidd Valley Light Railway, where it was initially named “Mitchell”. From 1930 it was named “Illingworth” after William Illingworth, who opened the Nidd Valley Water Supply Scheme. The engine was sold again in 1936 to Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd who renamed the engine “Harold”. It was used in the construction of Ebbw Vale steelworks in Wale. 4 years later in 1940 it was again sold, this time to Mowlem’s who renamed it “Swynnerton”. Following sale to them, the locomotive was used at a variety of industrial locations. Including, Workington breakwater project and Mowlem’s Braehead power station. In 1957 the locomotive was sent for scrap. But, was thankfully saved. The loco returned to steam in 2017 once again named “Illingworth”. In 2022 the locomotive was once again renamed “Seacole/Nightingale” after two famous Nurses. The engine is on loan to the North Tyneside Steam Railway till the new year. Full Gallery >> https://www.mattditch.photography/rail#/llingworth-at-the-north-tyneside-steam-railway-180922/

Beamish Transport Gala. 10/09/22 Here are just a few shots from the gala. The rest can be found on my website, here

2023 Railway & landscape & nature Calendars I'm very pleased to announce that my 2023 Calendars are now available to purchase. These are priced at £10.99 and can be purchased from the below links. Railway Calendar https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-railway-photography-calendar https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134225108448?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY&fbclid=IwAR3ivmXYsd9FOQG8oMep8H8KSDhzq7RanB-J5bAYBDCxZRLOoMFZvU_P2D8 Landscape & Nature https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/2023-landscape-nature-photography-calendar?fbclid=IwAR0hS5VNSBxTzVqbx8Xt7c3lsXil_BRy3wsqYoO9t1z2QMjhChZ9f7_mh9s https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134225105118?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BFNBBPTARoq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=BFNBBPTARoq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY&fbclid=IwAR01fqdmfhAHrSU1zh2bqPWp1liOPG-jJOm-4VpjJcjFOU0huOnqtkhCaug

Tanfield Railway 28/08/22 Here are some pictures from a trip to my local line, In operation was No.49 and No.2 Full gallery

And here's the video, enjoy!

It's been a little while since I posted anything new. I've had a bit of a hiatus from photography for personal reasons. But, I'm back now! The following photos were taken on Saturday at the Aln Valley Railway near Alwnick in Northumberland. The loco in steam was Lambton cabbed Austerity No.60 built by Hunslet. The full gallery can be found here

I'll be taking some time off from this Friday (12th). If you plan to place an order, I'd strongly recommend placing it before Thursday evening. As I won't be here to process any orders for the next few weeks. Thanks for your understanding.

New kit! I'm very pleased to finally be able to offer my first kit for the Bachmann Percy chassis. The body kit is based on a Kerr Stuart "Sirdar" 0-4-0 tank. A number of these were built for industrial use. And, saw service all around the world in a variety of industrial settings. My kit depicts the short tank version. But, I do plan to offer different variants. The kit can be purchased from my website >> https://www.mattditch.photography/online-shop-1/009-kerr-stuart-sirdar-0-4-0-for-Bachmann-percy-chassis-mdm56 And eBay >> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134193102562?hash=item1f3e883ee2:g:PdEAAOSw6Exi77b~

New video - Exploring the narrow gauge railways of Honister Slate Mine

New video - Chester-Le-Street Steam and Vintage Fair 10/07/22

New Video - Hetton Colliery Railway 200. Featuring the opening vintage vehicle parade and a look at the exhibits and their history.

These are fantastic! Do you have any plans to release the files for these or sell them?

Here is a selection of images taken at the recent Hetton Colliery Railway 200 event. The event was to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the HCR. For the event, a number of related vehicles and components were returned to Hetton for the weekend. These included. Hawthorn Leslie No.14. The last steam locomotive to run on the HCR in Hetton. Parts from the Warden Law engine and, a restored replica Chaldron wagon. These exhibits were also joined by a number of vintage vehicles with a local connection. The full gallery can be found here >> https://www.mattditch.photography/rail#/hetton-colliery-railway-200-180622/

New video - Statfold Barn Railway "Sweet Indian Steam" 11/06/22