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, February 23, 2012

3MM Society PP7 LSWR Van.

 This wagon is fairly long in the tooth as 3MM society Wagons go.  Introduced as part of the wagon programme which strove to produce a brake van, van and open wagon for each railway company the project was completed some time ago thanks to New Products officers such as Paul Furner. We have a very comprehensive list of products from which many variations can be made.
Back to this one. A 10 Ton 18 Foot Van to SR Diagram 1408/9 with a 10Ft 6In wheelbase. Produced by Parkside Dundas exclusively for the Society, it is a simple to construct kit and one which goes together very well. All that is needed to complete, as with most kits, are wheels and bearings, transfers and couplingsof your choice. The detailing shows up well in this lower photo and all the product of a couple of hours work!

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