Category Archives: Out and about

Stuttgart 2018 #2

Wandering around the exhibition, I found a lot of new modules that I hadn’t seen before, and a good number of old friends.  I tried to take photographs mostly of modules new to me, and also of those with interesting … Continue reading

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Stuttgart 2018 #1

Home from Stuttgart, and the lounge is again full of railways.  They will go upstairs to the loft tomorrow, when I have a little more energy.  We had another excellent week at the Stuttgart N-Club International meet.  On the whole, … Continue reading

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Stuttgart – 2010

Whilst I am in Germany, I thought I’d post some old Stuttgart photographs taken prior to me starting blogging.  We start with my first visit in 2010.  Some things look just the same.  Some of us look rather younger…..   … Continue reading

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Wittering Wednesday

Brian sent me another interesting video.  Good to see stream passing our local station.  I always forget to look and see what is passing through. Thought I’d share Clan Line passing through Redhill on Friday the 9th November on the … Continue reading

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The Redhill Brick & Model Show – 2018

Last Saturday was spent locally, supporting the 17th Reigate Scouts in a new venture for them, a Lego and model show.  We were not sure what to expect, but it turned out to be a very pleasant and relaxed day … Continue reading

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London Science Museum – Michael’s birthday

Last Thursday was No. 1 son Michael’s birthday, so he and Vickie spent part of the day at the Science Museum.  And he received some interesting birthday presents – as well as my Dapol ‘B’ set to go with his … Continue reading

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Random Wednesday

A few links that I have been storing up….. One of the most positive articles that I’ve seen on model railways…. It’s a small world: Radio Times celebrates 95 years with replica of iconic 1950s delivery van “It’s being able … Continue reading

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Uckfield MRC exhibition 2018 #2

I thought that I wouldn’t have to do any shopping at the show, but a scenic stand produced a variety of grass tufts and other bits and pieces for my modules.  Could have been worse, I guess…. I’d seen Dave … Continue reading

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Uckfield MRC exhibition 2018 #1

We’re definitely into the exhibition season now, so last Saturday I drove down to Uckfield for their annual show.  This is always one of my favourites, as it is very much a ‘fine scale’ show, usually with lots of quite … Continue reading

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Simon goes underground!

Simon writes: Attached some photos from this tour: https://www.ltmuseum.co.uk/whats-on/hidden-london/euston-the-lost-tunnels Pricey but fascinating. Posters date from construction of the Victoria line in the 60’s. Looks fun – but probably not a recommended outing for the wedding anniversary….  But I see that … Continue reading

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