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Hi Coach, Thus is what I found on the RMWeb archive: "1949-1956 carmine: Ford rosso red, Vauxhall carmine red, Alfa Romeo HR530" Can't vouch for these myself, but a search will reveal relevant stories. SJP

Jack, Keep watching this space, but it is my understanding that the financial side of this project is shaping up. Steve

If you want to learn more, I understand Cliff will be attending The North Kent Group expo at Tenterden next week, March 1st-2nd. I am sure he will be very happy to answer any questions and may have more of a progress update on the whole project. SJP

Ron, I have had extensive conversations with Cliff Parsons (of Gresley Beat fame) and this will be no Miniatur Wunderland. It will be a centre of excellence and the exhibits will be of an extremely high standard, serving as an inspiration for visitors. They are not yet in a position to publicise the exhibits, but keep watching this space for future announcements. I don't think you will be disappointed. SJP

TheQ, The nearest shows to this part of Kent include those at Tenterden, Folkestone, Tonbridge, Canterbury and Chatham. The centre will compliment (and promote) local exhibitions and help them thrive. Having two attractions in close proximity will make it more attractive for modellers to attend from further afield and "kill two birds with one stone". Furthermore, the centre will be adjacent to the local designer outlet, which is planned to double in size and projects over 7m visitors a year. If the centre attracts only 1% of those people - a good proportion will not be active modellers but may be inspired (or encouraged by their children) to take up our hobby? Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg attracted over 1.5m visits last year, by comparison. All round, this is an incredibly positive development for our hobby. Sjp23480

Looking forward to meeting Cliff at Tonbridge tomorrow. Sjp23480

Certainly a very worthy cause and I for one will be watching with interest as it is my backyard.

The nearest I am aware of is in Ashford (lots of rtr) or Woodchurch (good for spares and related bits and pieces).

sounds good - whereabouts in Sidcup is it? Thanks, Steve

Jeff, Been lurking a whole and only tend to comment when I can contribute - trying to do my bit to keep the thread length down! About 300-400 yards to the south of the entrance to Blea Moor tunnel there is an aquaduct that carries Force Gill over the line. The only published picture I am aware of is on p37 of "The Settle and Carolisle Railway by OS Nock, from 1992. Good luck Steve

Geoff You would be correct in saying that WD 2-8-0s were not common visitors. I have a record of 3 in my inventory of published pics: 90012 on a regular freight at Ais Gill in May 1961 90335 on a southbound freight date unknown 90635 at Dent station on a down anhydride working again in May 1961 Steve

There are plenty of colour shots of the S&C during the steam and early diesel era. The best (among my collection) are: The Settle-Carlisle in Colour David Joy Dalesman, 1984 Portrait of the Settle-Carlisle David Joy Dalesman, 1984 The Long Drag: Settle to Carlisle Portfolio Gavin Morrison Ian Allen, 1990 Settle and Carlisle: Steam Finale Michael S Welch Runpast 1999 If I were to recommend one of the above, the Welch book has the most comprehensive collection of colour shots. ISBNs on request! Steve

Just taken a quick look in my index of published photos of the S&C (yes I do possess such a resource!). It was an ex LNWR Super D 49025 running through Dent station. It does not appear to have a tender cab, it is dated 8 July 1958 - so the crew won't have been too frozen! The picture is credited to JE Porter and on page 37 in: The Scenic Settle and Carlisle Railway: Hellifield-Ribblehead-Ais Gill-Carlisle Donald Binns Wyvern Publications, Skipton 1982 ISBN: 0 907941 02 8 ....and yes, if you couldn't have guessed....I am a librarian! Steve

Jeff, I can confirm that there has been a picture published of a G2 on the S&C in BR days. I will try to research it but I do recall it was pictured in Dent station. Steve

The original Dapol release was supplied with two underframes one with cut outs for tight radius curves and one without. Steve

Oh Lord! I have 4 of these already most special editions, including Gilbert and Ellice, Windward Islands and Bahamas. As well as 2 Brassmaster kits to build! Tempted though I am, I simply can't justify another even at this price. :-( Steve

This looks very interesting - I will be following this thread as its very similar to my own project. Steve

I do agree, your brass version is a significant improvement over the resin one. Good luck with the assembly of the other 19! Steve

The under frame etches are available from Judith Edge, their etch includes 8 underframes for £43 (price at November 2010): http://www.ukmodelshops.co.uk/catalogue/judithedge BTW nice looking models. I would love for one of the commercial providers to make a kit or RTR version. I have spoke to Parkside but they have not been interested, to date! Steve

Adam There is a commercially available brass kit for the chassis of this wagon. I will dig out the reference to the manufacturer. I think they were a special commission for the owner of Blea Moor. I understand the hopper was a resin casting, but this is not available. Steve

Westward used to do an etched AWS bang plate - it was included in a number of their detailing kits - I had one in an A3 kit which went on an ancient Wills A3. I know Chris Parrish is no longer trading, but Puffers in Pickering may have some legacy Westward items on the shelf? Steve

Thanks Paul - seems like I shall be joining the queue for the initial release!

Hi, I couldn't find any reference here, but does anyone know if the Class 28 will be unique to Hattons? To be honest, £125-£132 is a little too rich for my taste, just wondering if it is worth waiting to see if Heljan will do a general release once all the fuss has died down? Many thanks, Steve

Just seen one of these at my local model shop (Woodchurch in Kent) and at a good price too! They told me that they cannot order anymore as they are all out of stock at Hornby and don't know if/when they might get anymore!! Not sure if anyone has heard the same? :icon_question: Anyhow, wife and kids have agreed to club together to get me one for Christmas, so mine is now safely put aside and awaits collection - safest place for it otherwise I would only be tempted to play! Not sure if this is a smart move as I have 2 DJH Clans awaiting construction - owning the Hornby version will only put me off building them as I know I will never be able to match the fit, finish and running qualities of the RTR version! Steve