Garden Steam Railway

[@TheHylianBatman]

This is simply delightful. Beautifully shot and wonderful in terms of atmosphere. Thanks so much for this video.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

You are most welcome. Ron

[@davidlong3824]

What a wonderful railway that's the life you can only dream of.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yes it's quite special. P.W.

[@plagued_inferno6059]

It's amazing how much personality Merlin has, considering he's not even alive. Such a lovely little engine!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Just like an old friend. P.W.

[@riggstwenty2]

How completely wonderful ! This is how life should be !

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Agreed. P.W.

[@Shipwright1918]

What a lovely little railway.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks for watching. P.W.

[@พลอยปะนะตุพา]

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[@TheKurtsPlaceChannel]

Very entertaining and fun to watch. The train was beautiful and so were all the lovely railway signs. Thanks for posting this.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it P.W.

[@adi6528]

...... This is too beautiful to describe

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it. P.W.

[@geordieceltic2]

What a delightful railway, thank you for sharing it with us all

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it. P.W.

[@sarahjaynemullan358]

For me this brings back memories of when I was around 6 or 7 years old. I'm 13 now.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Welcome to the channel Sarah Jayne. P.W.

[@bred1921]

All of this....simply wonderful

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yep

[@brynmorgan1614]

A really beautifully filmed video with a lovely soundtrack. Wonderful day to spend enjoying the sight and sound of steam. Thanks for this gem!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

My pleasure Bryn, thanks for watching. P.W.

[@Zeahappy]

this is what i imagine retirement would look like...i guess

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yes after you have finished the 1001 jobs for your wife! P.W.

[@tonyromano6220]

In your wildest dreams!

[@tonyromano6220]

@@ParkinsonsWalks your doing something right.

[@Mr.Apples]

This is the best railway I've seen 100/10

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yes I loved filming it. P.W.

[@grumpyoleman2152]

KZbin suggested this video from your library and what a brilliant recommendation it was! It must make you feel younger to ride that train. So very pleasant. Thank you for sharing.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Jim, yes it was a good day out. Ron

[@tracyadams1610]

We found it! What a beautiful video and stunning garden. Love, Tracy and Nigel (Sirmione holiday) x🫶🏻

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it Tracy. Ron

[@grandadsfishingboat7455]

What a lovely locomotive and set up. I,m new to steam but been around most things mechanical all my life. I plan to build a loco soon and yours is such an inspiration thankyou. Regards Stuart Bell

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Well done Stuart, I'll look forward to seeing some footage sometime. Ron

[@johnbarham7718]

What wonderful music to compliment the railway and imagery. Very well done.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it John. Ron

[@johnbarham7718]

@@ParkinsonsWalks You obviuosly know your music. I am/was a string bass player playing all sorts, and your sort conjures up an English country garden without Percy Grainger.which is an advantage.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

@@johnbarham7718 Thanks John. Ron

[@rogerkelly8039]

Astonishing! Thank you for that.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you Roger. Ron

[@argho5329]

This brings me so much joy! It's so cute and lovely! Merlin and his railway are so detailed! Every little bit of work put into this is astonishing!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you very much! P.W.

[@zeljkokunce4171]

Little railway and big, big works. Bravo.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you. P.W.

[@brimptonestateservices3317]

Excellent video, excellent editing, excellent choice of music. Excellent surroundings.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Awesome, thank you! P.W.

[@brimptonestateservices3317]

@@ParkinsonsWalks You are very welcome. It puts my railway to shame.kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYmVk5awqdSbp6c It has been extended since this film, with a branch.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

@@brimptonestateservices3317 I don't think it puts it to shame at all, that's a fabulous railway, well done. P.W.

[@brimptonestateservices3317]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Thank YOU. I dont go in for the very tidy garden. I just like running trains.

[@mitchmatthews6713]

Heaven on Earth!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks Mitch

[@PaulaPerkins-sz2rj]

❤this is amazing! What a wonderful idea!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Paula, I did enjoy making that film, thanks for watching. Ron

[@kevp9601]

This is Awesome, and I Love It a Lot.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks Kev. P.W.

[@overpoweredsteamproduction513]

That locomotive reminds me of Ivor the engine from that British show. And when I saw the British flag I knew that it could have been inspired by Ivor

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Lovely engine and a nice day out. P.W.

[@rubbersoul2841]

So i did hear The Seekers then, thanks great video and what a nice railway!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Many thanks! P.W.

[@labradormcgraw]

Stunning... simply stunning.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Many thanks! Ron

[@strafrag1]

Wonderful and so relaxing. All it's missing is a drinks car. Thanks for posting.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I'll mention it to the owner when I see him next. P.W.

[@Crash-zm2qd]

Nice railway my great great grandfather who was an engine driver built a garden railway before 1920s in his garden he laid tracks down and built train at his house his sons helped him as well (one of them my great grandad) he used railway for a launderette he ran as a business at his house going around garden placing washing onto baskets and taking it to the vans that arrived at the house.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

What a lovely piece of family history, thanks for sharing. Ron

[@GRAHAM1514]

Expertly filmed & edited , a beautiful property ,garden and the added bonus of a nice railway thanks for sharing

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks Graham PW

[@thomasbumgarner211]

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[@adolphusarthuro]

Looks very much like a "Tinkerbell" class engine or something very similar, first developed by Roger Marsh. Some later ones were built by the Moors Valley Railway which I used to visit and later volunteer at as a Guard while my grandparents were still alive.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you for the info. Ron

[@dingnextstop]

Wonderful stuff…! I must remember to buy a lottery ticket so I can have my own Railway in the garden 😃

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It helps to buy a ticket if you want to win Andrew. Ron

[@dingnextstop]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Only kidding…. I used to buy lottery tickets regularly but not anymore, winning £10 every few months will never get me what I want, but anyway I loved your little Rail set up so thanks for sharing 👏🏻👏🏻

[@e-mananimates2274]

What a delightful locomotive! The whistle on it sounds really good! Also, I love how there is a bit of a magical theme to this railway.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you like it!

[@memyvideos]

I'm Muralidhar From India. Fantastic old memories

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it. P.W.

[@loosetear]

A beautiful video. Thank you!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you enjoyed it! P.W.

[@TheAutisticCapricorn811]

Aaow man. Imagine if something as neat as this was an illustrated part of Wilbert Awrdy's stories of _The Railway Series._ If only he could've lived just a lil' longer to actually make interesting real-life events around garden railways and how they're an astounding experience in relation to the life of building, running, and maintainenace about railways. Mhm, the retrospects I see with my very own two eyes of watching how railways around the globe are still a fascination to me and what they embark on when it comes to motive transportation. Gee, railroading is just so cool 😎

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Isaiah, I think you are right, once you get the railway bug there is no known cure. Enjoy your adventures. Ron

[@MicrowaveOven12]

Amazing, wish I had the space, time and money for something so special.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Never lose hope Oliver. Ron

[@michaelpilling9659]

What a wonderful railway. What's the history of "Merlin"? Beautiful film, lovely music. All we need is "smellavision" !! Thank you Ron.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I don't know much of it's history Michael, I was invited to film it and couldn't refuse. P.W.

[@bm8292]

@@ParkinsonsWalks you are lucky

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

@@bm8292 Unfortunately it's not mine, I only filmed it. P.W.

[@orangutanman100]

That is so nice I can’t put it into words!😄👍

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I'm glad you like it. P.W.

[@ujwalakale4276]

I have been to UK four times. Wish to visit again.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

You will be welcome. P.W.

[@adam.goodin]

What a pleasure to watch. My own Tinkerbell type locomotive should be completed by Christmas, you would be most welcome to visit.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I hope it will give you many hours of pleasure. Ron

[@simonbertioli4696]

Just brilliant....what a way to relax...here in Northern Spain they had a narrow guage for mountain work...and guess what they took it all down... My hands covered my face in astonishment... I tried to explain just how few narrow lines are running....but it had no effect...beautiful area through the mountains for about 25 miles...most of the buildings left to ruin...some have now been taken over as restaurants...but what a waste...sad...😥😢

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Sounds wonderful, they may regret letting that go. P.W.

[@denholmem]

Looks absolutely great, lucky owner 😊

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It really is! P.W.

[@turboemerald9228]

I really like Merlin. He looks adorable.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yes he is a lovely little engine. Ron

[@mikefrombournemouth2942]

An English country garden and house, at its best. 👌Fab magical railway, the grandchildren must be in awe. Where's my G&T?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It was a lovely relaxing day Mike, the sort to treasure. Ron

[@pauldelcour]

The music at the beginning, Delius? Please let me know, it is so lovely British. Never mind, well put in the end titles, so Eric Coates. I'm not surprised. Just beautiful.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Not far out Paul, it was Debussy and 'Beau Soir.' Ron

[@pauldelcour]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Thanks, but I mean t the music at the beginning: Birdsong at eventide by Eric Coates. Quintessentially British as any music I know.

[@robbief2822]

Now that is absolutely gorgeous , beautiful beautiful house and impeccable gardens all topped off with an absolute gem 💎 of a railway . Whoever owns that should be rightfully very proud . 👏👏👏

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I think they are Robbie. P.W.

[@GreatWestcottRR]

Lovely railway, and video! Nearly finished a small circuit in my garden, and must make contact with this railway's owner.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Enjoy your railway Hamish. Ron

[@GreatWestcottRR]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Thanks! We live only a couple of miles apart, you are on the list for the first open day.

[@kennymcgowan2880]

This is the nicest little train I've seen this far and the garden just as awesome very peaceful setting

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Glad you like it. P.W.

[@VictorMartinez-mp2ml]

What a wonderful way to live

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It was nice but only a moment in time! P.W.

[@quinho4166]

Very beautiful...!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you! Cheers! P.W.

[@datawizard8194]

My word, what a lovely engine and a beautiful setting for a little railway! Love to see these little backyard railways!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you. P.W.

[@kldvsmoksakm]

Why is this man so much better than most of us, like imagine just owning a mini railway in your backyard, front yard, etc. Honestly a great video and I really love the scenery. This earned you a like from all my other KZbin accounts and a subscribe.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Wow, thanks. P.W.

[@wheely04]

Oh how beautiful, its own garden railway. We are an association and have a train park. For you all the best and greetings with a whistle. wheely04 from Germany

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you Wheely. P.W.

[@allanegleston4931]

omg , havent heard that song in years . speaking of engines , i want 1. lovely vid you get ten likes from me.!! the best music at the end was mr robin bird singing and merlin sizzling happly :)

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks Allan. P.W.

[@priteshmistry5430]

Simply what dreams are made of. Passion, dedication and love for stream railways. The garden is amazing.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Couldn't agree more!

[@miguelangelvalderrama1808]

Very beautiful place and that big garden too 😁😁😁😁😁, i would like to ride that train someday 😂

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

The owner is keeping it private at the moment Miguel. P.W.

[@greatbritishentertainmentl5636]

Very nice gentle filming on a sunny Gloucestershire day.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It was indeed a lovely day for filming. P.W.

[@rogerlollar4325]

That's a cute little engine

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Runs well too

[@edwardxusain8686]

This would be my dream

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Mine too. P.W.

[@davidparry1982]

Just lovely 😊

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you! Cheers!. P.W.

[@antonydicesare4632]

What a fantastic video, and a superb little engine, beautiful surroundings to boot, and the sounds of the blackbird just top it off for me, a delightful little railway ride

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks for watching Antony. P.W.

[@3sandra7]

Beautiful

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you! Cheers! P.W.

[@Patrick-sg4gl]

Is there a KZbin channel or page just for this railway. I love it!! Thank you for letting us see this

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Not that I know of Patrick. Ron

[@Boskov01]

This is why, if I ever visit England, I don't want to go near London or the big cities. I want to stick to the British Countryside. Those rolling green hills are simply gorgeous. And that's coming from someone who lives in very flat Central Florida. I would like to ask a probably over-asked question, but what is the music you used in this? It really worked well here.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Well said. P.W.

[@smokeeater1769]

I like the Jack Daniels sight glass

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Nothing but the best James. P W.

[@Bubbarain717]

Absolutely beautiful. Love that little locomotive.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It was a lovely day out Dustin. Ron

[@swapnilsalunke1732]

I just want to visit you❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you for the thought. Ron

[@jocounelis]

Awww how cute ❤❤

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you. P.W.

[@JuanAlvarez-fq1zy]

I wish I had one

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

You are not alone Juan. P.W.

[@jamesthomas5109]

Lovely video, may inask the name of the soundtrack at the beginning of the video? Big fan and best wishes from the midlands. 👍 🚂

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi James the music was 'Bird Song at Eventide by Coats' Ron

[@jamesthomas5109]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Thanks 😊

[@andrewlambert4934]

I want one.. where on earth do I find one

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

No idea, but if you get one let me know and I'll come and film it! P.W.

[@terrier_productions]

Google it

[@videogalore]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Closer than you think P.W - Try Alan Keef in Lea, Ross-on-Wye - www.alankeef.co.uk/ They did have open days once upon a time, but either way, there car park is worth a visit in itself!

[@LolLol-xy4rh]

I’ve herd of this railway but I can’t remember where I saw it from

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I doubt it is this one, it is privately owned. P.W.

[@LolLol-xy4rh]

@@ParkinsonsWalks maybe I saw photos of it in a magazine somewhere

[@johndavies9270]

Shades of Sir Arthur Heywood, the Sand Hutton Light Railway and other Edwardian geniuses. That little engine is almost pure Heywood in concept - utterly lovely!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Couldn't agree more John. P.W.

[@mgcinimalinga7097]

Waw so nice

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you so much. P.W.

[@megamanx5760]

Everyone knows that steam engine are better than diesel they bring you joy to people

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

True. P.W.

[@megamanx5760]

Thanks

[@MutePenguin1155]

Awsome railway but I have a question? Did you build all that by your self and did you have to build the train or did you buy it from somewhere ?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Unfortunately I don't own it, I just filmed it. I think the engine was bought, and the owner had help in laying the track. Hope this helps. P.W.

[@peterbuckley265]

YOU FORGOT TO GIVE THE NAME OF THIS LOVELY RAILWAY AND DELIGHTFULL PEACEFULL LOCATION !!!!.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Deliberate Peter, it is a private railway and I have to respect the owners wishes. He was nice enough to let me film and share it. P.W.

[@hokanh579]

Should have add Thomas the Tank Engine's theme also :D. It is lovely though

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Next time.P.W.

[@MiddletownBranchProd.]

Long live Merlin the Little Green Garden Railway Engine!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you. P.W.

[@nyotamwuaji6484]

Holy crap he actually has a firebox! he's a absolutely adorable little tank engine! I have so many questions! How much water does he hold, how long does it take to get up to steam and what do you use for tinder? Also what's her track gauge?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Wish I could provide you with the answers, unfortunately I only filmed it. Sorry. P.W.

[@EdiDrums]

Ingerland. Ingerland. Ingerland, Ingerland laa, laa?!

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thank you. P.W.

[@megamanx5760]

I really want to make a little railroad

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Go for it! P.W.

[@memevideo6472]

Good 👌🏻

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Thanks. P.W.

[@Ace-st4uy]

Does anybody know where you can buy these kinds of locos I am really interested in one but can find anywhere which sells them any help would be much appreciated

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

A few people have asked Ace, but I've never seen an answer. P.W.

[@GreatWestcottRR]

@@ParkinsonsWalks There are several suppliers of 7 1/4 inch locos, rolling stock, track, etc. in the UK, such as "Station Road Steam" and "Abbots Model Engineering". There's also a "7 1/4 gauge society".

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

@@GreatWestcottRR Thanks for the info Hamish. Ron

[@thegoodearthexperience6563]

What is the piece of music at the beggining please?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Sorry about the delay, the music is Bird Song at Eventide, composed by Eric Coates and played here by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. P.W.

[@thegoodearthexperience6563]

@@ParkinsonsWalks thank you so much,.its beautiful!!! :)

[@biaykruk33]

beautiful how long it took to build this train?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Bialy, I think it was purchased complete, so I'm sorry I don't have that information. Ron

[@biaykruk33]

@@ParkinsonsWalks ok

[@XGAMER-gp8rl]

The railway is so beautiful, what gage is it?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Seven and a quarter inches, so I've been told. P.W.

[@joewoodchuck3824]

Have steam engines in this general size range ever been commercially available, or are they all custom scratch built?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Joe, I don't honestly know, but if they were factory made you would probably see a lot more of them I would have thought. P.W.

[@DennosManCave]

Most of the them are built as part of kits.

[@angelsone-five7912]

Put just the engine shed in my garden and that would be it - no garden, lol.

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Yes Hazel, but think of the fun you could have in there! P.W.

[@JoeyBatman888]

Where abouts is this railway please?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Frank, it's in Gloucestershire UK, but not open to the public.

[@joshneville8254]

It should be open to the public they would make a lot of money

[@j.pgaming5469]

What type of locomotive was it and who built it

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I'm sorry I am unable to answer that, wasn't a question I asked whilst filming, sorry again. P.W.

[@UKWMO]

J.P GAMING: Looks like a “Tinkerbell” type of locomotive to me. The very first one was designed and built by a guy called Roger Marsh. His drawings are available and many model engineers have built this design of loco, often tweaking the design along the way so it’s fair to say they’re all very slightly different. A google search will bring up several images and information.

[@j.pgaming5469]

UKWMO thank you

[@j.pgaming5469]

Parkinson's Walks thanks you

[@LeoStarrenburg]

@@UKWMO Indeed, the original 7¼" gauge Tinkerbell was designed by Roger Marsh with Sir Arthur Heywood's 15" 'minimum gauge' loco's in mind. There's a nice shot of the Heywoods' valve gear in the video at 05:40, you can just see the slide beeing put in forward gear. I picked up my set of castings and drawings for a Tinkerbell class at Rogers' Brittania Works in Hinckley, aah those were the days ... The loco in the video looks to me made by, or at least influenced by, Jim Haylock of the famous Moors Valley Railway. I met Jim while he was still in Christchurch running a railway next to the Tucktonia miniature village. This all happened some 40 years ago, the original Tinkerbell must be running for over 50 years now. Thank you for the very nice video PW !

[@blu5118]

What gauge is the engine if I may ask?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Hi Blu 7 1/4 inches. Ron

[@blu5118]

@@ParkinsonsWalks thx, I was just watching this video and me and my dad where trying to figure out if it was a 5 inch or a 7 1/4 Also I love your little engine

[@bm8292]

What's the guage 7.5 or 7

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

I believe it is 7.5. Ron

[@stephensmith799]

Steam On! (Life is short)

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Amen to that. P.W.

[@stephensmith799]

@@ParkinsonsWalks I fancy a Station Road Steam Feldbahn 0-6-0, especially rather than despite being rather unwell! If I had not been born a bit too late for a job on the railway in the age of steam I would have liked a life on the footplate but diesel and electric locos just don't have that certain magic for me. It is difficult to explain the appeal of steam to those who don't understand what it's all about 🤔😊😉

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

@@stephensmith799 Know what you mean Stephen, a steam engine is a living breathing machine. Look after yourself. P.W.

[@mattseymour8637]

Lovely railway and gardens and love the over sized signal and the authentic adverts on the station. What gauge is it?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Sorry Matt I didn't ask, should have done but it was a spur of the moment type thing. P.W.

[@mattseymour8637]

@@ParkinsonsWalks no worries. Looks like a 10 inch gauge I think

[@garypeter5110]

Matt Seymour to me it looks more like 7 1/4 inch gauge

[@mattseymour8637]

@@garypeter5110 must be cab which makes it look bigger q

[@yelloweyeball]

What gauge are the tracks?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Spoke to the owner today - Seven and a Quarter inches. P.W.

[@thepress8229]

what scale is that?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

From memory it is 7 1/4 ins. P.W.

[@thepress8229]

@@ParkinsonsWalks Thanks

[@seich-of-lacan-getter514]

Camelot railroad?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

Close. P.W.

[@skinnywizard103]

Where is this?

[@ParkinsonsWalks]

It is in a private garden 'Somewhere in England' Sorry. P.W.