Goods traffic

 This weekends running session,  by no intention,  ended up focusing on goods traffic.  GWR Pannier 7711 brings the branch goods into Windrush Junction.  We have a wander through the yard,  hoping to sneak around without getting caught.  BBR's  0-4-4T (former LSWR 02) is seen shunting.  Lots of interesting wagons here this week.

Man & His Shed

 Navvy Ernest is overjoyed to have his "shed",  or grounded wagon, at last.  Perhaps a model railway could be built in there ?   More likely storage for many odd pieces of equipment, tools & heaven knows what else for the staff at Windrush Junction.

The body comes from an old inherited scratchbuilt model,  dating back to the early 70's.  Many details to bring the scene to life to follow.

MM1 MR 1 Plank wagon completed !

Always nice to finish a project,  especially before the start of another long work week.  Overall the kit was very enjoyable to build.  The axle box castings could've been better,  but I'm very happy with the finished model, great fun.  Now for a load !

Note :  One side is lettered for the LMS,   and the other for the BBR.  Some might raise an eyebrow,  but I do enjoy having my own independent,  fictional railway.  Rule 1 always applies.  

MM1 MR 1 Plank wagon painted

The MR 1 plank wagon,  with it's newly applied fresh coat of paint.  Now for some decals, weathering, and a load.  Great fun to build.  One of the best features of modelling in British O,  the huge variety of kits to choose from.  RTR may well be the future,  but I sure hope these wonderful kits will be around to enjoy.