Niles

At Downpatrick, volunteers are now laying the first section new of track (as opposed to a relay or extension of existing headshunts) since 2015... The timbers come from the recently closed Great Victoria St station, so a little bit of modern NIR history shall live on. More at https://www.downrail.co.uk/2025/01/new-siding-at-railway-museum/

My Ps arrived yesterday and couldn't resist giving them a quick run up and down my WIP layout. Lovely little things.

Interesting to note JCB had a hydrogen combustion engine licenced this week, so there is potential in this to be developed further but I suspect the 071 will be a proof of concept at best.

In some cases yes. I'm pretty certain it's not the case for sites like Fotopic though.

Hacksaw, but your definition of neat is more generous than mine...

more or less, cut into ramp like shapes were needed, then coated over with brick sheet. We'll see how it lasts, but a guy's allowed to experiment...

A bit of scenic work started just to get a feel for it and how the area will look.

After a few months of inactivity, work has recommenced on Tragreany's platforms.

I always thought Limerick station itself would make a relatively compact (for a city terminus) layout (obviously without including the loco depot or it would be quite long!).

E.E. thumping, cakes, tea, what more can one want in life.

Sunday 29th December only. Enjoy a journey in our ‘Derry Girls’ heritage 450 class railcar No.458 to Inch Abbey before enjoying our special Christmas Afternoon Tea. We offer a mouthwatering selection of fresh handmade sandwiches, luxury home scones with jam & cream and some special Christmas treats. To drink there is a choice of teas and coffees, quality soft drink, and something alcoholic for the 18+ non-drivers in your group Dates & times This event is running on Sunday 29th December 2024 with the first train departing at 1pm (SOLD OUT). A second train will depart at 15:30, still seats available for this. Prices & tickets £40 per adult for tables of two £35 per adult for tables of three or four. Children can be added at £20 each. Tickets available now at: https://www.downrail.co.uk/event/christmastea/

I didn't see this coming but it seems so obvious now with the powering Britain connection.

I'll be honest, this is the most excited I've been about a carriage model since the MM Cravens back in 2009. Moreso even.