Tag Archives: ESNG

The Redhill Brick & Model Show – 2022

Posted on October 21, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

We’re exhibiting at this show on Saturday.  We may be the only trains, but it’s in Redhill and a chance to meet some local people and encourage some younger enthusiasts.  And they did good bacon rolls and burgers last time … Continue reading →

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A day out on the River Thames

Posted on October 16, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

No trains today, but Allan spent a day on the Thames, and sent me the photos. Got off the bus at Putney Bridge to see the 10.30 boat about to leave. So made my way to get the last boat … Continue reading →

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On a Swiss Roll #4

Posted on October 15, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Last epistle from Ron for this trip… DAY 6 Sunny but chilled Group visit to Montreux but left to our own devices. Have come up to Rochers de Naye. If I can make it intend to do a boat trip … Continue reading →

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On a Swiss Roll #3

Posted on October 14, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

DAY 5 Clear but chilly. Free day so set out to do Les Pleiades above Vevey but when I got there everything was closed. The restaurant had what looked like at least a week’s rubbish piled up outside. Came back … Continue reading →

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On a Swiss Roll #2

Posted on October 13, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Continuing Day 2, with the delightful Glion Railway.  The Montreux–Glion–Rochers-de-Naye Railway is an electrically operated rack railway with a track gauge of 800 mm. But there’s a Glion problem with a derailed wagon.  I like the way they just back … Continue reading →

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On a Swiss Roll #1

Posted on October 12, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

I’ve lost track of which number holiday this is for Ron.  But I do know that it involved a return to Switzerland.  I’ve mainly posted the train photographs, and what struck me was the wide range of liveries that Ron … Continue reading →

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ESNG meeting – 9 October 2022

Posted on October 10, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

A pleasant autumnal Sunday afternoon, and good to see nine ESNG members in attendance.  Especially good to have a visit from Paul, the ESNG Midlands branch. The usual suspects were there, of course…. With Paul back in town, the outer … Continue reading →

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Getting N-Club to TINGS 2022

Posted on October 8, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

How do you get a large modular layout from Germany to TINGS?  A layout that looks like this…. You take a trailer like this…. And pack it full like this….. Using the local (and in some cases unskilled) labour! Of … Continue reading →

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ESNG meeting – 5 October 2022

Posted on October 6, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

After two non-meetings, it was good to see a whole six members turn out for Wednesday’s meeting.  Not least, the treasurer was back after a nasty bout of non-covid lurgi. Allan ran a long train of hoppers, passing Mr Atfield’s … Continue reading →

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TINGS 2022 – a few thoughts

Posted on September 28, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

I’ve been interested to see the reactions to this year’s TINGS on Facebook and forums.  Such a wide range of opinions, from very good down to very disappointing.  As an occasional exhibition manager, albeit of smaller shows, it is educational … Continue reading →

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