It certainly did. The Peco rail insulators are quite fiddly and they all have to be glued into the sleepers.

I've always been fond of the Southern EMUs, having ridden on them as a kid in the '50s. The Hornby EMUs are nice runners. Thanks for watching.

I've only ever been there once and don't remember much about it, but I'm sure my model railway doesn't look much like it😀

I just wish that I had a camcorder at the time, but at least I got a few stills. Thanks for watching.

We were also surprised by that van. Didn't know that any had been brought into the USA (because it is rather small!). It was certainly loud. Thanks for watching.....Mervyn & Helen

@@MervynPartin If small interests look up Rytecraft Scootacar - friend Jim Parkinson drove one around the world in 1966 including coast-to-coast across the US. He announced to his disbelieving mum he was going to driver it around the world - a week later she started getting postcards from Europe!

Thank you, Bob. Last time here, Helen was hospitalised after a serious fall so had to miss the cruise. This was her first chance to film her favourite cars again, so we were very pleased. Thanks again and best wishes from Mervyn & Helen

I was surprised to see a comment on this video as it's 14 years since I uploaded it. I had forgotten that the trains were then being operated by National Express. I hope that the line thrives as it is a lovely area. I believe that the new loops have allowed an increase in the service. Thank you for watching.

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

Thank you for your kind comments, Colin. To be honest, I haven't been as meticulous as I should have been with my filing system- indeed I seem to have lost some precious ones since moving home. I used to make tape recordings in the 60s and 70s and also had some commercial sound effects vinyl records. I have more recently used my camcorder to obtain sound tracks and then used them on my model railway videos. The particular track in question might well be a London Transport tube train (rather than surface stock). I have avoided using sounds of modern trains as the sounds are completely different. Thanks again for watching....Mervyn

It does, indeed. This is the terminus of the tramway and has some very good shops. Christchurch is a lovely city, even after the earthquake.

@@MervynPartin I see. But then what is the name of the mall? I try to look for it on Maps and knowing that it is an "indoor" place it can be very confusing to find it on my own.

@@El_Transportacoches_33 It is not very big, but is called Cathedral Junction Shopping Mall. On Google there is a lot more information on it. If you ever manage to visit the city, the trams from there are a great way to see the sights. I think that it is a junction with 2 tourist tram routes starting from there.

@@MervynPartin Well, due to the dimensions, more than a traditional mall (the architectural design makes it appear), it could be a market.

It's never too young to start! Thanks for watching.

Thank you, Bob. We get so few railtours in this area so it was a real pleasure to see. Best wishes....Mervyn

Thank you for watching and your kind comment.

Yes it was most satisfying, especially the final shot with 44932 accelerating.

Hi Gareth, Glad you liked it. It was hard work, but it was great fun, but alas, just a distant memory now. Thanks for watching...Mervyn

That was actually several years before the restoration work was complete. The fire was filmed during the haul from Woodhams scrap yard in Barry to our base in Caerphilly. Being big kids at heart, we had a few oily rags burning on the grate in the firebox, and Peter Rich could be seen demonstrating how to "fire" with an empty shovel. The flames looked fiercer than they actually were. You may notice wisps of smoke coming from the chimney in some shots. It gave the waiting passengers at Cardiff General (as it then was) and Queen Street something to look at as we passed through. Many thanks for watching and commenting.

Thanks for that info. I didn't know about that. It's probably too late to see the article now, but I will try.

I wondered when someone would spot it! The 2 adjacent factory buildings also have signs in a similar vein.

Thank you very much for your very kind comments and subscribing. Although born and bred in Cardiff, I have always liked the Southern trains since I was a kid, often riding on the trains from Victoria whilst on holiday with my grandparents in London. Towards the end of steam, I watched Bulleid Pacifics on expresses through Clapham Junction. Great days, comfortable trains and happy memories.

It was a bit jerky, but it was fun doing it. Many thanks for your kind comments.

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I'm envious, too. I have had my own vehicles on show there several times before. A Chevrolet Astro (my all-time favourite), a Dodge Ram 1500 dayvan and a Chevrolet HHR, but alas, I only have an old Honda Stepwgn (Yes, that is the right spelling) now. If my premium bonds come up, I might treat myself. Thanks for watching.

I have always like the Southern Electric railways since I was a kid (many, many years ago) hence they have been the inspiration for my recent modelling. Thank you very much for your kind comments.

Thank you, Bob. I haven't done much filming for quite a while now, so my efforts are a lot slower coming these days. Best wishes.....Mervyn

Many thanks for your kind comment. I think I'm just a big kid myself who also like to travel.

I used to ride the trolleybuses to school in Cardiff (a very long time ago) and they were fast and quiet. Unfortunately, the system was closed in favour of diesel buses. Switzerland has more sense and has kept theirs.

@@MervynPartin they'll be used again as now diesel is not attractive enough.

Sorry, I knew at the time, but my memory has sadly failed me as to the intended recipient of that extra tender. Definitely not a spare for the Castle but for one of the smaller locos, perhaps a Manor or Hall.

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Thank you for your kind comment on the music, with which I tried to get a match the to the content of the video.....Mervyn

The sunsets over the Wash are glorious, so I hope that the weather is in your favour, David. Just a bit of advice- when exiting the village onto the A149, we always leave via the Lavender Junction traffic lights- not the Lamsey Lane junction which can be very difficult in heavy traffic. Enjoy your holiday and thanks for your kind comment.

Thanks Mervyn, I'll take your advice.

Yes, it was much more fun in those days, being hauled on the main line than transporting by road, but it wasn't half cold that day! Thanks for watching