Following on from your previous intro video this has only further enhanced the quality of the layout. As compact as the layout is you really have crammed a lot in without it looking cluttered. The figure 8 configuration works really well adding additional height and variation to the landscape. As Richard has already said you have a great eye for detail and as you continue work on the scenic aspects everything is going to blend in really well. Love it. Paul
I really enjoyed watching this. I like layouts with a bit of artistic licence. I enjoy seeing the creativity that goes into them and they are supposed to be fun.
Really like the siding behind the yard! Looks really great - very excited to see more of the layout as it becomes more finished as you have a great eye for the details. Also really like the idea of the end-to-end DMU line, and I LOVE the idea of leaving the torn up line. I love a disused line - I actually made a video on a diorama of one a few weeks ago on my channel. You might find that useful. All the best, Rich
Another great update and the curves are sort of part of the railway model!! The trains have to turn to face the other direction and space limits us all to curves to suit our needs. As long as all stock negotiates them then don’t worry over them in my opinion. Sound as though plans will hide it anyway. Great layout, cheers, Chris
I think it looks really good. Love the touch of the "loading yard" without ballast, where workers would presumably walk over the track. Looks great in cobble / brick and very lifelike; which I haven't really seen other modellers do..
Thanks for your feedback. The goods yard is one of the areas of my layout that is mostly complete, including weathering, weeds and people scenes. I've used Metcalfe Cobble Stone sheet and then weathered it, which has come up reasonably well.
@@StationRoadModelRailway I would also be inclined to check out Lakeside Model Railways who is DCC, if you are not familar. A perfectionist and a gentleman. And see what he has done this year!
Hi Julian, I have watched a few of your vlogs on Station Road, I thought I had better to subscribe to your channel. I for one am not a great fan of the Metcalf {city} kits too much same -o (but agree with you on the plonk and play buildings from both Bachmann & Hornby) are an the easy option. I have had to adapt the said Metcalf bridge, as they don't cater for bridges or tunnel portals 70mm which is too narrow if you need them on a curve, so gain a road bridge using Ratio girders & cutting the original Metcalf bridge shell in two a bit 2mm plasticard brick sheet, Scale model sceneries Brick wall managed to make a second bridge, this has given me something which is right for my layout and individual, not wanting to waste what I had purchased.
Just subscibed, Amazing videos you have done bud, Just a question please if you dont mind, I have just bought the Metcalfe Church myself and was wondering how close the extra brick sheets match up with the entrance for the church grounds. Is it close or way out. Thanks
hi Julien, just watched yr first two introductions. Looks like you can get some interesting operations on yr layout. looking forward to some more of yr posts would like to see how the trains travel round yr layout. Nice collection of buildings and yr scratchbuilt ones are nice too..yep a layout is never finished I have fences to build and buildings to make ie a Metcalf station building.. and 'areas' to work on, my layout is set in kent so I made some 'chalk cliffs' How come you became interested in British Railways if you're in New Zealand?
Thanks for your comments/feedback. There's two reasons I model British Railways. Firstly it comes down to readily available RTR stock in NZ and the second is I am by far more impressed with BR's rail network than NZ's network. Apart from the stunning scenery some of our railway lines travel through, I would describe NZ Railways as a bush tramway. It's a narrow gauge system that's had no serious investment ever spent on it. You can by RTR model stock (locos) for NZR but it's not very accurate in representation, and because being narrow gauge, everything requires scratch building because of the unique model scale ratio.
Excellent video, thank you Julian. Greetings from Auckland. Interested in your use of Metcalfe buildings, great selection. Im looking at creating a layout that is quite modern in architectural style, modern industrial scenes, container parks etc. Im not sure Metcalfe will give that effect - very keen on scratch building pre fabricated warehouses etc., do you have any ideas on this, youtube clips that might help? Also what loco's and rolling stock do you run? Hornby I guess? Im mixing mine around a bit - again trying to get quality flat beds and containers for the modern "feel" - but not much is available at the moment. Particularly keen on some high quality Bachmann Branchline flat decks - but little is available here in NZ. Also like the look of Bachmann Class 66 loco's but very hard to get here in NZ - love the high spec quality. Kind regards Stephen
Hi Stephen, thank you for your kinds words and plans to build your own layout. As you've noted, I do like the the Metcalfe kits but they do have a very limited range in architectural style. Interestingly I recently built a ScaleScenes downloaded kit of a North Light Engine Shed because I was after something a little more contemporary (1960's). I posted a video on this 5 days ago (ruclips.net/video/h4YYWEM_Py4/видео.html). I mostly run Bachmann loco's and stock, the odd Heljan and Dapol loco, Dapol and Oxford wagons, and I have a couple of Hornby loco's too. Unfortunately NZ is pretty much useless for availability of stock, so I purchase most loco stock direct from the UK, with freight included it still works out cheaper than NZ retail prices.
@@StationRoadModelRailway Thanks for your reply Julian. With regard Bachmann loco's and stock, I tried to buy a Class 66 loco direct from Bachmann, but they only sell through retailers - is this the way you buy, and if so, do you have a preferred UK retailer? I have had a look at "Rails of Sheffield" , they seem to have a good selection. I have had a look at some of the American buildings too (Walthers etc), but like you, I prefer the cardboard style of buildings.
@@stephenfarmer5216 I've bought locos and rolling stock from a number UK retailers including Rails of Sheffield, Hattons, TMC and Kernow, I just tend to shop about for deals and also pre-owned which Hattons has a vast selection. I tend to steer clear of US kits because there of course HO scale as opposed to OO. I've heard lots of good things about Scale Model Scenery in the UK and they produce modern era laser cut kits etc... www.scalemodelscenery.co.uk/
Hi there Julian, just found your channel. Great work. May I suggest you check out Scale scenes for kit build projects that you can download and print out and build over and over again.
Thanks for your kind words, most appreciated. I have tried the download/printed method before (not Scalescenes though) and unless you've got a colour inkjet printer, they don't come out quite as well as pre-printed card kits. I use a colour laser printers (for my design work) which produce a shine over the print and when folding, tends to split/crack the print. I have to either spray the prints with matt clear before construction or do quite a bit of touch-up after construction and then spray with matt clear. I could go out and buy an inkjet printer but with two colour lasers already in the office, there's no room for a 3rd printer.
Dear Julian, really love what you built. Also considering the fact you started with a 4” by 8” footprint. Like your disappearing branch line and the industrial corner. Have you considered opening up the dividing backdrop to expand your town scene in which the main can be hidden? On ready-mades, though they may look good at first, you’re absolutely right, they’re no fun. However, I disagree on what you said about the realism of the ready-mades. I find your kit-bash and scratch-builds way more realistic. The personal touch always adds extra depth and perspective which creates more realistic views because in true scale the world is far from perfect. That kind of depth, at least this humble viewer, misses on the ready-mades.
Thank you Vincent for your kind words and comments. I hadn't considered extending the industrial area behind the hidden branch line because it's my access hole to that part of the layout. However, you have given me idea to have a lift-off section, so maybe watch this space. I believe the ready-made resin models have greater detail in that there is the surface relief of the materials like brickwork and timber, but they do look a bit plastic (and perfect looking) straight out of the box. Definitely weathering the ready-mades would bring them more to life.
Following on from your previous intro video this has only further enhanced the quality of the layout. As compact as the layout is you really have crammed a lot in without it looking cluttered. The figure 8 configuration works really well adding additional height and variation to the landscape. As Richard has already said you have a great eye for detail and as you continue work on the scenic aspects everything is going to blend in really well. Love it. Paul
Exellent Layout !
I really enjoyed watching this. I like layouts with a bit of artistic licence. I enjoy seeing the creativity that goes into them and they are supposed to be fun.
Thank you for your kind feedback. Creativity plays an big part in Railway Modelling and more so when modelling a fictitious location/setting.
Really like the siding behind the yard! Looks really great - very excited to see more of the layout as it becomes more finished as you have a great eye for the details. Also really like the idea of the end-to-end DMU line, and I LOVE the idea of leaving the torn up line. I love a disused line - I actually made a video on a diorama of one a few weeks ago on my channel. You might find that useful. All the best, Rich
Another great update and the curves are sort of part of the railway model!! The trains have to turn to face the other direction and space limits us all to curves to suit our needs. As long as all stock negotiates them then don’t worry over them in my opinion. Sound as though plans will hide it anyway. Great layout, cheers, Chris
Lovery work Julian. Do you have a track plan for us. It's a great design.
Layout looks great, found your channel by chance, very interesting, keep up the good work Cheers James
I think it looks really good. Love the touch of the "loading yard" without ballast, where workers would presumably walk over the track. Looks great in cobble / brick and very lifelike; which I haven't really seen other modellers do..
Thanks for your feedback. The goods yard is one of the areas of my layout that is mostly complete, including weathering, weeds and people scenes. I've used Metcalfe Cobble Stone sheet and then weathered it, which has come up reasonably well.
@@StationRoadModelRailway I would also be inclined to check out Lakeside Model Railways who is DCC, if you are not familar. A perfectionist and a gentleman. And see what he has done this year!
Nb Lakeside Model Railway goes under the guise of Graham Foulston :)
@@jimmydotcom6078 Already a keen subscriber of Lakeside. I get a lot of inspiration from his videos.
Hello from the UK
Hi Julian, I have watched a few of your vlogs on Station Road, I thought I had better to subscribe to your channel. I for one am not a great fan of the Metcalf {city} kits too much same -o (but agree with you on the plonk and play buildings from both Bachmann & Hornby) are an the easy option. I have had to adapt the said Metcalf bridge, as they don't cater for bridges or tunnel portals 70mm which is too narrow if you need them on a curve, so gain a road bridge using Ratio girders & cutting the original Metcalf bridge shell in two a bit 2mm plasticard brick sheet, Scale model sceneries Brick wall managed to make a second bridge, this has given me something which is right for my layout and individual, not wanting to waste what I had purchased.
Just subscibed, Amazing videos you have done bud, Just a question please if you dont mind, I have just bought the Metcalfe Church myself and was wondering how close the extra brick sheets match up with the entrance for the church grounds. Is it close or way out. Thanks
hi Julien, just watched yr first two introductions. Looks like you can get some interesting operations on yr layout. looking forward to some more of yr posts would like to see how the trains travel round yr layout. Nice collection of buildings and yr scratchbuilt ones are nice too..yep a layout is never finished I have fences to build and buildings to make ie a Metcalf station building.. and 'areas' to work on, my layout is set in kent so I made some 'chalk cliffs' How come you became interested in British Railways if you're in New Zealand?
Thanks for your comments/feedback. There's two reasons I model British Railways. Firstly it comes down to readily available RTR stock in NZ and the second is I am by far more impressed with BR's rail network than NZ's network. Apart from the stunning scenery some of our railway lines travel through, I would describe NZ Railways as a bush tramway. It's a narrow gauge system that's had no serious investment ever spent on it. You can by RTR model stock (locos) for NZR but it's not very accurate in representation, and because being narrow gauge, everything requires scratch building because of the unique model scale ratio.
Excellent video, thank you Julian. Greetings from Auckland. Interested in your use of Metcalfe buildings, great selection. Im looking at creating a layout that is quite modern in architectural style, modern industrial scenes, container parks etc. Im not sure Metcalfe will give that effect - very keen on scratch building pre fabricated warehouses etc., do you have any ideas on this, youtube clips that might help?
Also what loco's and rolling stock do you run? Hornby I guess? Im mixing mine around a bit - again trying to get quality flat beds and containers for the modern "feel" - but not much is available at the moment. Particularly keen on some high quality Bachmann Branchline flat decks - but little is available here in NZ. Also like the look of Bachmann Class 66 loco's but very hard to get here in NZ - love the high spec quality. Kind regards Stephen
Hi Stephen, thank you for your kinds words and plans to build your own layout. As you've noted, I do like the the Metcalfe kits but they do have a very limited range in architectural style. Interestingly I recently built a ScaleScenes downloaded kit of a North Light Engine Shed because I was after something a little more contemporary (1960's). I posted a video on this 5 days ago (ruclips.net/video/h4YYWEM_Py4/видео.html). I mostly run Bachmann loco's and stock, the odd Heljan and Dapol loco, Dapol and Oxford wagons, and I have a couple of Hornby loco's too. Unfortunately NZ is pretty much useless for availability of stock, so I purchase most loco stock direct from the UK, with freight included it still works out cheaper than NZ retail prices.
@@StationRoadModelRailway Thanks for your reply Julian. With regard Bachmann loco's and stock, I tried to buy a Class 66 loco direct from Bachmann, but they only sell through retailers - is this the way you buy, and if so, do you have a preferred UK retailer? I have had a look at "Rails of Sheffield" , they seem to have a good selection. I have had a look at some of the American buildings too (Walthers etc), but like you, I prefer the cardboard style of buildings.
@@stephenfarmer5216 I've bought locos and rolling stock from a number UK retailers including Rails of Sheffield, Hattons, TMC and Kernow, I just tend to shop about for deals and also pre-owned which Hattons has a vast selection. I tend to steer clear of US kits because there of course HO scale as opposed to OO. I've heard lots of good things about Scale Model Scenery in the UK and they produce modern era laser cut kits etc... www.scalemodelscenery.co.uk/
Hi there Julian, just found your channel. Great work. May I suggest you check out Scale scenes for kit build projects that you can download and print out and build over and over again.
Thanks for your kind words, most appreciated. I have tried the download/printed method before (not Scalescenes though) and unless you've got a colour inkjet printer, they don't come out quite as well as pre-printed card kits. I use a colour laser printers (for my design work) which produce a shine over the print and when folding, tends to split/crack the print. I have to either spray the prints with matt clear before construction or do quite a bit of touch-up after construction and then spray with matt clear. I could go out and buy an inkjet printer but with two colour lasers already in the office, there's no room for a 3rd printer.
Dear Julian, really love what you built.
Also considering the fact you started with a 4” by 8” footprint.
Like your disappearing branch line and the industrial corner. Have you considered opening up the dividing backdrop to expand your town scene in which the main can be hidden?
On ready-mades, though they may look good at first, you’re absolutely right, they’re no fun. However, I disagree on what you said about the realism of the ready-mades. I find your kit-bash and scratch-builds way more realistic. The personal touch always adds extra depth and perspective which creates more realistic views because in true scale the world is far from perfect. That kind of depth, at least this humble viewer, misses on the ready-mades.
Thank you Vincent for your kind words and comments. I hadn't considered extending the industrial area behind the hidden branch line because it's my access hole to that part of the layout. However, you have given me idea to have a lift-off section, so maybe watch this space. I believe the ready-made resin models have greater detail in that there is the surface relief of the materials like brickwork and timber, but they do look a bit plastic (and perfect looking) straight out of the box. Definitely weathering the ready-mades would bring them more to life.