geoff west

On to 4F’sAirfix on a comet chassisAlan GibsonAirfix comet chassis. 
All from the Peter Lawson collection. 

Two of my panniers, expertly weathered by Tom Foster running on my Cwm Prysor layout. 

Looks good to me Jesse.

10 hours ago, jwealleans said:

 

 

Blimey, I built that!   I thought Tom had sold the coaching stock off separately.  I'm pleased at least some of it stayed with the layout.   I think I may have done some detailing on the chocolate and cream one as well, if it's a Hornby one.  

 

Of course there were no curves on the layout I built it for, so it worked fine when I delivered it to Tom.

I’m guessing you must have built this one to Jonathan? 
I bought four carriages from Tom when he sold the layout, two kit built, a Hornby and a Bachmann. 

I have Great Northern that John Houlden built  

It could really do with going to Geoff for a repaint.

Really enjoyed the article in the Railway Modeller, it’s a stunning layout. 
I have a bit more than just a passing interest in this, being the owner of Biggleswade.

Would love to see the layout in the flesh as it were. 

I think that has to be my favourite view Gilbert.

On 11/06/2024 at 19:29, johndon said:

South Pelaw is Railway of the Month in this month's (July 2024) issue of Railway Modeller due in shops on Thursday.

https://reader.exacteditions.com/issues/116691/spread/1

Look forward to picking up a copy as it's a fantastic layout.

Thanks Tony, A most enjoyable day. 
We almost had the perfect running session, one day we’ll crack it. 
Im so pleased with the 4F and the carriages, thank you, they look great in the pictures. 
Thank Mo again for the excellent lunch. 

Thanks Tony, for another most enjoyable day.

2 hours ago, KNP said:

Pannier off to the paint shop as nearly all the fittings added plus the crew has been dispatched!

Just missing the sand box control rods,  had to order some more as the ones I had where wrong…

 

 

Can i ask where you get the sandbox control rods from Kevin?

A question for the wagon aficionados if i may,

Can anyone tell me where I can get new under frame parts, preferably in brass for this wagon please? 
It took a dive to the floor and has broken the W irons. Thanks in advance. 

2 hours ago, great northern said:

My guest today was Geoff West, but he didn't get to see many trains run, as we got side tracked into venting our feelings about modern technology, and I kept being distracted by the car sale saga. What trains I did try to run, perhaps predictably, did not behave.

 

Here's the K3 grinding to a halt at the signal.

and another angle on the Claud, just as graceful from the rear.

Thanks Gilbert, for a most enjoyable day.

We did vent quite a bit, but justifiably so.

Hope the car sale goes well tomorrow.

I used to see 47 854 regularly at Didcot in the early 90's.

I have quite a few photos of her somewhere. 

Think you've absolutely nailed the look of those vans James, i remember seeing them at Didcot in that condition.

7 minutes ago, landscapes said:

Hi Tony

 

Thank you for your kind comments on the locomotives Geoff purchased from me.

 

I do hope he is happy with them and so nice to see them running on a layout where they can stretch their legs.

 

I’m sure Geoff will read this as well, thank you Geoff for taking them to Tony’s Little Bytham.

 

Regards

 

David

Hi David,

I’m very happy with the locos, thank you. 
it was good to see them running on LB yesterday, we had a great day. 
 

Regards, 

Geoff. 

3 hours ago, Tony Wright said:

Good morning Rob,

 

I think Geoff West was referring to layouts like Bourne, where a substantial start had been made, but clearly there was still much to do. 

 

I think the term "A model railway is never finished" has a ring of truth about it, but, to me, it's a question of degree. For instance, what is there left to do on Little Bytham? Some more signal pulley posts perhaps (I've found a useful picture, but it doesn't show every one)? To all intents and purposes, it is 'finished'; work is now of the 'maintenance' kind. 

 

Nothing stops me from building more locos for it (there are now at least four for every train!). 

 

Your last point (d) certainly rings true, whether it's a prototype-based layout or not (I speak from personal experience here). I also think layouts have a 'natural lifespan'. Unlike most locos and rolling stock (which can last lifetimes), layouts are made of 'transitory' materials, particularly with regard to scenery. Cardboard, especially, though marvellous as an architectural medium can warp and delaminate over time (plastic can become brittle, too). Colours fade as well, especially scenic scatters and the like. Chips and splits are very common on exhibition layouts, and many is the time I've encountered a less-than-erect signal. 

 

In fact, I'd go as far as to state that some layouts have been kept running (or tried to be) beyond that 'natural life', the last sightings of them being shadows of what they once were (this is especially true if a layout has outlived its creator). The new 'owners' are faced with a dilemma where repair/replacement work is required, especially with the operational mechanics. Do they replace, say, fibre-based track with the same, or bits of cotton used for operating signals and so on, when there are far-superior modern alternatives? Faded, ancient and tired scenery is almost impossible to patch-repair as well, and tatty backscenes look exactly what they are!

 

Regards,

 

Tony

Thanks Tony,

I should have made myself clear in my post that I meant prototype layouts like Bourne. 
regards,

Geoff. 

Good evening Tony,

I wonder how many other layouts are started but never finished for whatever reason. There must have been quite a few down the years i would imagine.

Regards,

Geoff.

1 minute ago, Tony Wright said:

The remainder of the Bourne images..........

 

 

 

 

Did 8Fs ever reach Bourne? 

 

 

 

 

Such a shame!

This had the makings of an exceptional layout. What a pity it was scrapped.

That's most unlike you Gilbert, but when technology lets you down it's most infuriating.

9 hours ago, AdeMoore said:

Yes still following shame but good luck on finding a new home.

where are you based?

It wasn’t an easy decision as I really found the history of the line fascinating. 
I’m based in Oxfordshire. 

Hi all,

Not sure if anyone is still following this thread as it's been a while since I've posted anything.

I've decided to sell Cwm Prysor as sadly I've lost interest in the project.

Anybody interested in taking it on please PM me.

Geoff.

I quite like the first shot Gilbert. 

6 hours ago, robertcwp said:

A pair of quad-arts from Ellis Clark Trains will lighten the wallet a bit more!

I have already ordered a set Robert.