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

Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Hennock has been on it's travels again!

Yes, Hennock has been to Devon for a couple of reasons. Firstly to PECO at Beer to have phots taken for future inclusion in Railway Modeller. A very interesting morning was spent in the photo studio with Steve Flint and Jolyon Sergeant. I don't know how many pictures were taken but a lot of the stock was changed round for different pictures.
This was pleasing because it will show the vast array of products available from the 3mm Society and supporting trade. It did seem strange setting the layout up and then not operating it- still I suppose there is a first for everything.
I was allowed to handle PECO's Jubilee wagon which has a first class finish but unfortunately in 'N' gauge.
Still- thank you to Steve and Jolyon for a very pleasant morning- look next time for the other reason.
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