Today we welcomed Stan and Wilf who visited us from Cradley Heath MRC.
Stan brought along his covered Simplex and some wagons to run. He also brought along the strangest thing we have ever seen running on the layout (and with Alan's creations that is some claim).
Although he is quite quick this poor "rat" needed to use the turntable to turn around - must have a touch of arthritis!
Stan managed to find a wagon load that would lure him away from the loco sheds eventually.
Elsewhere progress was made with the scenics - with the first layer of grass being applied to baseboards 1 to 4. On the new board (for some reason numbered "Board 8"!) the river is beginning to take shape, with gravel and boulders secured in place. Next step is the painting and then some "water".
Dave brought along the mock-up of his loco shed to check the dimensions. It is going to look great when finished.
Finally, we have another booking for the layout. Our next outing will be to the Cradley Heath MRC 1st Annual Exhibition on Saturday 19th October, so if you are in the area why not come along and support the club. Don't forget to call in on us and say "Hello".
