Wow Sir a lovely layout. I agree with you N Gauge is superb. I had N Gauge for 35 years then 0Gauge for 10 years . 00 Gauge for several years now at 67 I have N Gauge. I have built most of the Metcalfe Kits . I have four trains running around two different levels. 8 feet by 3 Feet. So far it's fine my fingers can still work properly. I always use Peco track hardly ever had a derailment. Best wishes Richard Canterbury kent.

Great layout. Love the beach area!

Hi, Lewis. A footbridge is needed. Also, I would suggest that you 'lose' the signal box as your station looks like it wouldn't have one nowadays and probably would be unmanned. The goods yard would probably have been closed between 1964 and 1970, so the small workshop type business would 'fit in'. Is your layout based very loosely on the Camborne/Redruth/Scorrier/Chasewater area? If so, you could try to create a backscene incorporating a few more engine houses. Anywhere you look 'down west' there's plenty to choose from. Looking at the beach, it don't look like Gyllingvase, but as you say, it looks 'right'. Keep up the good work, boy!! 'An exiled Kernowik'

Good idea to do a video in January as a basis for later comparisons. 👍 Looks good. Happy Modelling

Hi Lewis. Any hobby is always a learning curve. The beauty of the YT videos like yours is that others can learn from your mistakes (as well as their own!). My case in point is your worries about a footbridge. Ideally a modeller would take into account the potential need to install a footbridge when deciding what distance to place adjacent platforms. Another point is how wide to make you platforms to allow for space for structures such as shelters, etc., to permit passengers to pass by.

Love the beach it looks really good. If your looking for more ideas and inspiration there is a OO layout called Liskerth that is worth a look.

Love the natural beaches rather than the hot spot.... Crowds/ over tourism

Hello Lewis 👋 It is definitely worth having these videos to remember how much things change over time 👌 The beach ⛱️ looks very natural 😍 especially your clay rocks 🪨 Woodland Scenics won't look any better 😇 I've used a "acrylic mirror" 🪞 as a "backscene' to make my beach look longer than it is 🤫 its especially effective when doing videos of running sessions 👍 I do agree about using plaster for the roads ✌️ it makes them more rustic 😲 than card sheets 😉 Painted sandpaper is also worth trying out 👍 Very best wishes for the future of your layout from the Emerald Isle ☘️

Just discovered your channel. I am a long standing N gauge modeller. It's a great gauge and with advances in technology the models are marvels of engineering and electronics. Everyone has their own reasons and derives their own enjoyment from the hobby. Like any hobby you make it and take from it what you will. The only rules are your rules, no one else's. There are fantastic examples in N gauge on KZbin from dioramas and shelf layouts to room and shed fillers! They all have a place in our hobby. Well done!

The thing I love about N gauge is that you can run full length trains in a relatively small space. I have a 2 metre by 950mm Japanese layout that allows me to run 8 car bullet trains, which are the correct number of cars for the area I am modelling. I also have a yard within the double track loop that lets me store 8 correct length ordinary trains ready for use when I want them. The other good thing about modelling Japanese n gauge trains is the huge amount of rolling stock available! We think of Britain being train mad but we pale into insignificance compared to Japan! One obvious example is that since the bullet trains started running in 1964 they have produced 18 different bullet train designs! We've had how many? 5 or 6?

Yes a layout that can be kept when not in use is very important. Cause of the obvious compulsions that life throws...cheers. Happy rail modeling🍻

70 hour work weeks 💀💀 I couldn't

N gauge is awesome :) A word of caution on the availability though: you might just be coincidentally coming into this whilst there's some decent modern-day GWR stuff around. I've been keeping an eye on things closely for the last 5-or-so years, and I think it can be many years between runs of models or liveries, and it can be hard to get them second-hand. My advice is that if you can reasonably afford something now, then get it, and sell it if you hit hard times later. Sometimes this approach can be difficult to get spouse agreement on, though ;) Your layout is looking nice so far, by the way - I like the scenery you're building and the colours in it

I am switching from oo gauge to n gauge same reason i can get more in ive got mine in the loft

N scale/gauge is great for fitting a lot into a small space. My layout is 4 foot x 2.5 foot. In that space I have 2 loops with 2.5 sidings. Perfect. The track cleaning when I don't run it often enough can be a pain, but it's a great space saver. Tri-ang TT is another great space saver if you're prepared to work with steel track. Happy Modelling. Mon

You've done a great job on the 'beach scene' in the corner. Looks fantastic ! I look forward to you slowly but surely completing the rest of the layout. Happy New Year and all the best to you n yours.

I love N scale you can fit a lot more into a small space!!

I'm Modeling in 'N' Scale too. and you can put so much more in 'N' Scale in a small space which is not possible in OO of HO.

Agree

Thanks for commenting on my little video. I hope my scenery turns out as good as yours when I get to that stage.

All looking rather good 🙂

I also think the beach scene is the best part. It looks great! I've started a British N gauge layout and it is also my first and planned to be only layout. I just uploaded a short video of what it looks like so far.

Looks good! Looking forward to seeing whats next

Have to say that I think going with n gauge was definitely the right choice

I, too, have restricted space at home so can't have my ideal layout with continuous runs and gentle curves. As a member of the local club (under 3 miles distant fortunately) I can access their set up to allow my locos to "stretch their legs" and just watch trains rolling past. For home use I have built an end-to-end with 4.5 metres of run which does take a few seconds at scale speed. You have made some lovely scenes on your layout and I think it's important you develop your undoubted skills further. If you don't have a local club in reach why not consider building a fiddle yard or sector plate and construct one or two small layouts that can fit onto it in modular fashion? One could be rural, one industrial, one military...the potential is amazing. As mentioned by others, the tight curves really mean you may need to choose appropriate stock like 4 wheel carriages and small tank engines. For me seeing mainline stock negotiating 1st or 2nd radius curves is too toy-like, although others will disagree. Good luck, Lewis.

Awesome video! Greetings! 👏

this video is really great! 👍

Congratulations on your new family member.

Congrats on the birth of your daughter, look forward to following your journey in 2023

Merry Christmas 🎄🎅🎄🎅

Congratulations on the birth of your daughter.Hope you all have a fantastic christmas. Look forward to further updates..

Good to hear you have a plan for next year, looking forward to seeing the progress. Know your frustration on waiting for you delivery, I have waited just over 5 weeks for a 48hour signed for delivery, it's caught up in the Royal Mail strikes.

Im very interested in the Hornby TT range.

A sad moment but an exciting time too, new challenge, new layout. The lesson I learnt was research - plan - take your time - try out and practice before you commit. I look forward to the updates :-) Mark

Every one has to start somewhere, you've done a good job so far. At least you are looking at it objectively and working out what you aren't happy with and what you are, you can learn and grow from here. Don't lose heart, where ever you go with this, enjoy it and get your mojo back.

It’s scary how quickly it all comes up vs how much time it takes to put it together! Best of luck with your new project.

At least it taught you some valuable lessons, the next layout will be better.

You seem talented at filming the model.

Really good scenery. Smaller gauge would definitely be a good move. Personally I have O gauge in the garden, but fancy the TT120 for a fun indoor layout. Having seen some TT rolling stock at Warley, I'd definitely plump for TT over N assuming this is a fresh start (no investment in N already). TT is just that crucial bit bigger than N (25%) and the Peco track looks really good, too. Good luck with whatever you decide 👍

This is the first time I've seen your layout. May I suggest you look at it a slightly different way. What you've done in this size is great. Growing up in Plymouth i like the clay base. I believe the main problem is what you are trying to run. What I mean is if you ran small steam locos...eg Bachmann 060 pannier tank with small open clay wagons and 4 wheel coaches or a single auto coach then it would look far more lifelike. To run full length express trains you need an enormous layout in any scale. As for point motors there is always a way to install. Either with under board or above board types...even if you mount them away from the point using a longer rod. They can then be hidden under buildings. You can also add lighting for extra interest. The problem with N gauge is they are OK with mainline trains chasing round a loop, but not so good with small locos and shunting. Good luck mate. Gary

Hi Lewis, thanks for sharing your video, we all been there with our model railways , I know I have. It's a learning curve, and you learn as you go along from comments made from social media platforms or like your KZbin channel when one leaves comments or suggestions. If you start again , stick with oo gauge making the boards slightly bigger get two 6 x2 ft put them side by side will give you a 6 x 4 board. Use peco track as more range with points. I would suggest DCC setup , I went over to the darkside back in 2008 as DC operators used to call it. But I wouldn't go back , Gaugemaster or NCE I recommend. As other comments have draw up a track plan or look on Google for idea's. All the best John 👍🏼

Maybe an end to end layout would be interesting for you. You could fit it on a narrower board.

You have done a great job with the layout especially with the space available. I too have a “small” layout although it is about 10x9 and like yourself, would like it to be larger. Moving to N gauge would dolce your issue with space and it would motivate you to get going. My layout is DC and that is because I started buying trains just before DCC came around , now I think I am too far in and it would cost too much to convert my locos or sell everything I have and start again. I just like running trains and working on building models to enhance tge layout etc. So I think you are in a good place to make a change in your life. Make a plan and a decision then move forward and don’t look back. Good luck

Cut your losses, go for N gauge for such a small space