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A MODEL RAILWAY

Latest Site Updates

31 January 2012
New cover picture. See below.

31 January 2012
Free resources and information sub sections added to Directory page.

Issue

February 2012

Circulation

49982

Editor

David Smith
admin@amodelrailway.co.uk

Cover Picture

Top - Hewish Gates. The approaching storm cloud and sheet rain is a fluke of layout lighting caused by a warped backscene.

Bottom: Unrebuilt Bulleid pacific Biggin Hill on freight duties approaches Hewish Gates from the west.

This web site (and my blogsite) gives me the opportunity to share my thoughts and experiences of the hobby with those who have an interest in modelling British Railways Southern Region in the south and west of England.

We'll look inside this great hobby to discover why we do it, how we do it and the added pleasure gained from learning about real railway history as we endeavour to create their ambience in miniature. If you are not doing it yet my hope is that you'll be inspired to join in.

There is more to see in my blog, which is frequently updated with modelling techniques, tips and general chit chat.

In 2008 I devised the 4Ps of Railway Modelling. As you browse this site you should notice they are a recurring theme.

David Smith

Poster created by the editor using readily available clip art. Inspired by BR graphic posters of the 1960s.

Preparation

(Research & Planning)
book, photos and drawing

Practice

(Technical & Creative Skills)
spraying scenery

Preside

(Schedule & Control)
train roster

Play

(Imagination & Fun)
class 4mt locomotive

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