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

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

News.

No pictures today- just a round up of recent news.
Firstly, Hattons are stocking TT-here Continental 1:120 to be accurate- Tillig Train Sets to be precise but it is a start. Whilst to continental outline there may be a use for some of the stock or, if we are really lucky, someone might spot it and produce 3mm scale!
Secondly, I was disappointed to see that Simon Kohler is to leave Hornby. I met Simon several times and he was always up for a chat and was the perfect ambassador for Hornb. It must have been a hard task to answer for circumstances that were beyond your control and probably his remit. Still, I understand he is to continue in a consulting role for a time- after that I wish him well and am sure he will excell in his future career.

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