Hennock was inspired by my eldest daughter whilst sat on the platform of Staverton Station in Devon.
In an effort to get away from Ready to Run I chose 3mm scale to model this layout having previously exhibited a large Tri-ang TT layout. I hope the ramblings that all to frequently appear will be of use to you no matter what scale!
The track diagram shows a simple passing station with a couple of sidings. All track is PECO Hom-12mm gauge with turnouts operated by the wire in tube method. Control is provided by Gaugemaster HH with feedback.
Locos are mostly whitemetal kits running on etched chassis powered by Mashima 9/16 motors with Branchlines 40:1 gearboxes. Wheels are Markits with the latest 3mm Society products being introduced.
Coaches consist of Society 'B' Sets and coaches from etches by Worsley Works, Brynkits and 3SMR. A vast range of wagons are from the 3mm Society list with Finney and Smith providing the China Clay , Gunpowder and a few etched kits.
Hennock has appeared in Railway Modeller and Model Rail.
Please visit the links to the left - 3mm is the Premier Scale for modellers-

Hennock

Hennock
General view of Layout.The facia has since been varnished.

The Degree Inn

The Degree Inn
In recognition of my eldest Daughter's achievement. She is also the one who gave me the push to build the layout.

14XX and Autocoach

14XX and Autocoach
Shows Station building-based on Staverton.

Hennock Track Plan

Hennock Track Plan

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Dorset Modelling Society.

The probable last meeting of the group wuill take place this coming Saturday 17th November 2012.
I say probable as, unless we have an influx of interested parties, then continuance at our present home is  not sustainable.
Meetings will continue at members homes but the previous booking of visiting teach-ins will possibly have to be curtailed.
Wether locals are not interested in modelling per-se is open to question. Several have- due to ads in Railway Modeller and info given at local shows- contacted me but with one exception haven't shown up on the date.
 It will be a shame to give up our Pullman Coach but time moves on and who know's what the future will bring. Just don't contact me after the date!

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