Category Archives: Inspiration

London Festival of Railway Modelling – 2018 #1

Posted on March 26, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Late March and it’s time for a visit to Alexandra Palace, and the London Festival of Railway Modelling.  Once again I visited with my old work colleagues, Peter and Malcolm (otherwise known as the Old G*ts Day Out).  We all … Continue reading →

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Odd modelling ideas #0418

Posted on March 24, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

A few links and a new project for the future…. How about a linear traction depot?  Union Pacific have ‘stored’ miles of locomotives, not needed during recession, and many quite modern, out in the desert.  Presumably they need a little … Continue reading →

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A little more toilet humour

Posted on March 20, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

I was amused by this article from the BBC: Paris metro: Pregnant Frenchwoman fined for walking wrong way Of course, I immediately considered the cultural possibilities.  Young Frankenstein with the marvellous Marty Feldman…. Or better still, Monty Python….. But the … Continue reading →

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New facets to the hobby?

Posted on March 18, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

All self-respecting forums have a thread called ‘Ebay madness’.  Well, here’s my contribution. Perhaps it’s a new, slightly cheaper, approach to model railways?  Collect the empty boxes, and put them on the shelf end on as if you owned the … Continue reading →

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East Anglian Model Railway Exhibition 2018 #2

Posted on March 16, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Some layouts capture their location perfectly.  I’ve just taken the single shot of ‘Sidmouth’ in P4, as I’ve captured it in detail elsewhere, but this is one of the best layouts around, modelling the Southern West Country station to scale. … Continue reading →

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East Anglian Model Railway Exhibition 2018 #1

Posted on March 14, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Last Saturday, on the road again with Mr Atfield.  We started off at Brentwood toy fair, that was a disappointment – last visit had lots of ‘N’ gauge, this time next to nothing.  We then continued north to Huntingdon for … Continue reading →

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The next project(s) #1

Posted on March 10, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

One benefit of blogging is being able to write about one’s thinking and planning of the next project.  It helps me at least to have to set down some ideas in a logical manner.  Of course, these ideas may change, … Continue reading →

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Escaping the ‘beast’ #4

Posted on March 8, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Last communique from Ron before he attempts to get back home.  Question of the day Name this ski resort. Clue: It has royal connections. SWITZERLAND DAY 6 Another cold day. It is now snowing heavily here. Today’s jaunt Filisur – … Continue reading →

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Escaping the ‘beast’ #3

Posted on March 6, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Ron’s daily quiz continues…. Question of the day What passes hundred of feet below this town? “The Swiss army tunnel network, that I understand makes the mountains a bit like cheese? Or more likely, some improbably long Swiss rail tunnel…” … Continue reading →

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Escaping the ‘beast’ #2

Posted on March 4, 2018 by snitchthebudgie

Well, ESNG didn’t escape – we just opened up for a cup of tea on Thursday evening, but didn’t try to run trains.  Just a few local stalwarts turned up…  But let’s see how Ron is getting on over there … Continue reading →

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