Monthly Archives: July 2023

ESNG meeting – 9 July 2023

Posted on July 10, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

A busy railway weekend.  Friday night, Allan, Derek and I paid a visit to the West Sussex N Gauge club, partly to discuss Stuttgart plans.  We enjoyed a pleasant drive through the countryside to get there, and saw a number … Continue reading →

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A Talent in the Family

Posted on July 8, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

My niece Lois, who is a fully qualified doctor, has a side line in fine art.  Most of the family were amazed that she opted for a medical degree, rather than art.  But it does make sense to qualify in … Continue reading →

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ESNG meeting – 5 July 2023

Posted on July 6, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Well, it was the evening everyone was waiting for – the ESNG AGM.  Nine members braved this event, whilst another ten wisely gave apologies for absence! It was a pleasant and amiable meeting.  The existing committee was returned very quickly, … Continue reading →

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Bluebells and Buses

Posted on July 4, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

A bit of a photo-dump today, with photos received from Allan from his weekend gallivanting around! First, the Bluebell Railway Model Railway Weekend. And some of the old buses on display at Eastbourne Station.

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Potpourri #1077

Posted on July 2, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

All sorts of odds and ends today! Alton in 1967… ‘Port Line’ leaving Victoria on the Golden Arrow in 1954…. Purley in the 1930’s (next to the old engine shed that is still standing.) And the early days of British … Continue reading →

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