How to Build a Railway - A New Turning Loop at Peter's Railway

  Рет қаралды 844,361

PetersRailway

PetersRailway

6 ай бұрын

Christopher Vine’s series of 20 books tell the story of Peter and Grandpa building and operating a railway across their farm.
The Peter's Railway bookshop is here: petersrailway.com/shop/ “Combining real engineering with adventures and true stories, these books feed inquisitive young minds!”
In this video Chris Vine is building a Turning Loop (Balloon Loop) at the far end of the line. This means that trains can run continuously...
Bongo (or Fiery Fox in the books) is the miniature steam locomotive, made by Chris Vine, Author of the Peter's Railway series of books.

Пікірлер: 900
@WhatsInAName222
@WhatsInAName222 2 ай бұрын
This made me so happy. Your enthusiasm and the fact that you have a train in your backyard. HEAVEN! Thanks for sharing.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
I am very glad you enjoyed the video - yes we are very fortunate to live on a farm where there is space for a railway. Heaven indeed!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@WhatsInAName222
@WhatsInAName222 2 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway Thanks Peter. I have been a train buff since probably 4 when I remember taking the train in India. My 13 year old has inherited that love for trains … or maybe I’ve just raised him right 😀. I’ll check out the link.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
That is a great interest to share with your son! If you do look at the books, the hardbacks get more detailed as you go through the series. Although I say that they are suitable for 6 to 12 year olds, Books 5 and 6 could easily go older than that. There is plenty of real engineering and physics in them!! Chris.
@user-tk2jg4iz8q
@user-tk2jg4iz8q 16 күн бұрын
​@@PetersRailway³
@excession1293
@excession1293 6 ай бұрын
I have an intense sympathy for this man’s back, his lower lumbar is the real hero of this story. They need to add a chiropractor station stop.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
On a Rack Railway??!! Thanks for watching! Chris.
@nordoceltic7225
@nordoceltic7225 6 ай бұрын
The reality is if one doesn't over do it, they can have a long life with minimal back pain and a healthy spine. Spinal injury occurs on long shifts when exhaustion or fatigue has set in, but the workers keep working. This causes the muscles protecting the spine to start failing, and for the worker to start using bad form and posture while working, leaning on their joints instead of pulling with their muscles in movements. They keep working past the point their bodies want to stop for the day either because management demands they keep working or overall schedules don't permit enough overall time to complete the project if they didn't do things like overtime. And so tradesmen, laborers, and others, get back injuries. This lovely gent is working entirely at his own direction, and thus is free to stop working when he feels too tired to continue. This is why the story of an 80 year old farmer working into his 80's is common place. And yet pro tradesmen are well known to have ruined backs and joints by 45. The human was made for about 4-5 hours a day of self-directed homestead/farm labor which means very short bursts of high intensity (like carrying a bag of cement or pushing a heavy wheelbarrow), and generally long stretches of stuff like walking back and forth, and light-duty work like shop work for much of the rest of the 10-12 hours of daylight the used to work on their family homesteads back in the day. Some of the modern laborers in the global economy can end up doing 12-14 hours of high intensity work per day. Its too much, its more than a human body can handle. But they are manly men, they are tough, and they don't wanna been seen as lazy at work, so they keep going. And sure from 20-30, their bodies can keep up. But from 30-40 the injuries start setting in. Overnight is not enough time for muscles to fully recover, for joints to regenerate anymore. And then by 45, they are literal cripples with permanent injuries. And the medical profession they don't have the ability to force permanently deformed body parts like spinal discs to regenerate to their proper forms. But because of obvious reasons related to the fact that $$$$$ is saved when one man is made to do 2 men's work, even with overtime factored in, no government is rushing to make labor standards for physical work. And that is the final catch. Under this system, this society, working class people are ultimately seen as disposable. They are nothing but an asset to be strip mined, that is why its called human resources, and not employee management.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for all that amazing information, I had never thought of back injuries in those terms before. I also thank you for referring to me as "lovely gent". Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@TheTunnyTrainSpottingUK
@TheTunnyTrainSpottingUK 6 ай бұрын
Now that’s looking brilliant superb work Chris over the summer months must be so rewarding now with continuous running. Regards Ian and William
@HariKappar-gc1di
@HariKappar-gc1di 5 ай бұрын
​a❤
@franzbrunner499
@franzbrunner499 2 ай бұрын
a perfect example how enthusiasm and dedication leads to sensational results
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your generous comment, I am glad you enjoyed the video - I will make some more when the weather improves a bit... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@captaindumbass6300
@captaindumbass6300 5 ай бұрын
"Network rail will be jealous" - As someone thats worked in Maintenance/ PWAY/ Track Geometry at NR for 8 years, this video was absolutely fascinating. It was so impressive watching you use the same principals we use when laying, renewing and maintaining track, but on a miniature scale. The workmanship & level of detail is beyond impressive.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you - high praise indeed! Yes, the use of ballast to keep the track under control works very well. My only change from full size is that I put some metal pegs either side of some of the sleepers to stop the track moving sideways as temperatures swing up and down. It is amazing how much it creeps around. Also, if there is a curve between two long straights, it tends to push the curve into an egg shape! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@captaindumbass6300
@captaindumbass6300 5 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway We actually use a very similar technique on tight radius curves. We use devices called "Lateral Resistance Plates" which either bolt on at the sleeper ends or in the middle of the sleeper, and they dig deep into the ballast. They stop the track from naturally sluing or even buckling from either hot weather, heavy train usage, poor ballast conditions, etc.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
That is very interesting, and thanks for bringing it to my attention. I had no idea that the big railways used this sort of technique. Chris.
@jayzo
@jayzo 6 ай бұрын
Plastic sleepers have to be one of my favourite things, in my opinion one of the valid uses of plastic, taking advantage of the fact _it takes hundreds of years to disintegrate_ and it's also a great example of recycling and reusing
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Yes, I am hoping they really will last for years. You have to have replaced a railway's worth of rotten wood sleepers to know how hard work it is!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@timgage8972
@timgage8972 6 ай бұрын
I found that they melt quite easily when coals fall on to them.
@quick_xplorer312
@quick_xplorer312 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! kind of reminded of my grandpa, what a dream to build your own railway! congrats! the video is also excellent Thanks!!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Maybe you will get to build your own railway. Gauge 1 doesn't need as much space as 7.25" !!... Enjoy memories of Grandpa. Chris.
@wgm-en2gx
@wgm-en2gx 6 ай бұрын
My back hurts just watching this... being the son of a tool and die maker and someone interested in machining, I would try to mechanize a lot of this work. But that's me! Really cool that you are building this. I would love to have the land and money to do this.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Mine too! Yes, I would love to mechanise some/most/all of it. However, it isn't really justified for the tiny length of work to be done. Without the Hitachi, it would not really have been possible though. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@leokimvideo
@leokimvideo 6 ай бұрын
Amazing how much work and thought is going on to pull this off. I loved the sleeper cutting jig and maybe I would have prefered to see a Makita saw in action. The use of timelapse was impressive
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Yes, the sleeper jig was very much a Heath Robinson affair. I have had Makita tools in the past but for some reason ended up with DeWalt. They seem to be very good, but I expect Makita is just as good. Glad you liked the timelapse - there was too much repetition to show it all at normal speed!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@user-oe9xe8mv6t
@user-oe9xe8mv6t 6 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway Makita were ok when built in Japan and later, Mexico. Once they tried cost cutting again by sending it to china, quality and longevity went out the window.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
I had not realised that. The same thing has happened to so many good quality products... Chris.
@SoldierFox1393
@SoldierFox1393 5 ай бұрын
Oh hi Leo! Just wanted to say i love your videos. Hows life going If you don't mind me asking? Also im really sorry for your losses, i hope your ok
@tanjiro_kamadofr
@tanjiro_kamadofr 5 ай бұрын
Agreed. A chop saw would save a ton of time. Also a drill press for the rail pilot and mounting holes.
@user-qb4wb9ct5g
@user-qb4wb9ct5g 6 ай бұрын
I still have your signed books from when I was about 5/6! It really got me into model engineering and home/miniature railway! Me and my grandad have built a GWR King Class locomotive and we run it on a small loop in our field! You've been such an inspiration and I love keeping up with your videos as they've given me lots of tips and tricks on how to make it easier to build. Thank you so much.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Hi and thank you for telling me that the books had a good effect, it is much appreciated!! It is fabulous that you had a "proper" grandad in your life, with whom you could make things. To do a GWR King, is certainly beyond what most people would even dream of. Enjoy every minute of it. Now that I know you and others are enjoying the videos, I will have to make some more!!.. Thanks for watching, Chris.
@Trainrhys
@Trainrhys 4 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailwayhow much I always wanted a railway like in your books, they were the only books I could reread while just picturing what mine would be like
@neilcrombie4100
@neilcrombie4100 6 ай бұрын
I remember reading your book as a kid, which made my childhood. I'm still an avid railway enthusiast. Especially visiting my local heritage line at strathspey railway. Your line looks amazing best of luck.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Wonderful, and thank you for telling me that. It is much appreciated. Glad you enjoy the Strathspey Railway, they have stocked my books for many years. You might like to look in the shop and see if they still have a good range on show!! If not I will get in touch with them... All best wishes Chris.
@alastairwilson457
@alastairwilson457 6 ай бұрын
What a magnificent video...a huge amount of work but what a superb demonstration of railway building!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for your lovely comment, I must now make more videos - and more railway!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jeffmacphee03
@jeffmacphee03 6 ай бұрын
Amazing work, I'd love to build something like that when I'm older!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Go for it, I hope you do build a railway - and lots of other things too. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Project-Air
@Project-Air 6 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this, the editing was top tier 😅
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed! I am not sure that the editing wasn't more hard work than building the line!! Seriously, hours disappears in front of the computer. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@kintyjunction5044
@kintyjunction5044 6 ай бұрын
I used to deliver your mail sometimes up till 2018 before transferred to another office told my husband about the books you wrote and the garden railway in your old place as we both love the railways it’s lovely to see you have a much bigger area and more track length 👷👷 Carla
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Carla, Yes, the little garden railway seems a long time ago now! Thanks for watching, all best wishes, Chris.
@aliyahgamerness4413
@aliyahgamerness4413 6 ай бұрын
years ago, when I was very young, I got two of your books as a Christmas gift. Inside these books was a signature from you, one saying something along the lines of "hopefully you can have a railway of your own some day". While I don't have the space for a railway like yours, your books inspired me to create my own model railway! i now have 3 model railways!! I couldn't be happier to see my inspiration on my KZbin feed.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your most lovely message!! I have so enjoyed writing the books, but to know they have had an influence on youngsters is a real honour. I hope you have many years of happiness and enjoyment from your railway and, in general, making things!! All best wishes, Chris.
@davidhowell4701
@davidhowell4701 6 ай бұрын
Brilliant video! Glad to see me and Kelly made the final cut right at the end. Really made my day, was so random and not what I was expecting to be doing at work that day but we was smiling all the way around like a big kids.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! Hope that all railway journeys are as enjoyable... All best wishes, Chris.
@welshpete12
@welshpete12 6 ай бұрын
As someone who worked on the railway all my life and now retired . I take my hat off to you sir, will done !!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for your kind comment. From a retired railway professional, it means even more! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jamesfranklin5541
@jamesfranklin5541 5 ай бұрын
Oh my God I would love to do this in Texas. I had model railways as a child and this is just so beautiful to watch. Bless you sir.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your splendid comment! I hope you have the pleasure of building a railway one day. There are quite a few clubs which you could join, or you maybe you can make a smaller scale railway. Gauge 1 is so beautiful... Thanks for watching, Chris.
@t23001
@t23001 6 ай бұрын
I have so much respect for you. I’ve done backyard drainage and patio projects with lots of digging, dislodging large rocks, and moving wheel barrows of stones and soil. It’s hard work yet very satisfying. The added work of designing and laying track is very impressive.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
That is awesome! It is all good fun, and I enjoy the challenges. Even the repetitive parts are fun in their own way! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@NortonRailway
@NortonRailway 6 ай бұрын
Looking great! Love the look of the rail with the brick edging!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Yes, it looks good but there’s a mole on the line which is doing its best to wreck it!! Chris
@johncourtneidge
@johncourtneidge 6 ай бұрын
Yes!
@nathanwestwick815
@nathanwestwick815 6 ай бұрын
Loved your books as a kid, great to watch this video many years later!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Even better that you enjoyed the books. It is great fun writing them, but there's no point if they are not read!! Thanks for watching and best wishes, Chris.
@ianfraser9729
@ianfraser9729 6 ай бұрын
I'm less than half way through the video and already I have to comment. As a prolific maker of "jigs", I am in awe of your sleeper cutting one. To get automatic feed AND automatic ejection with such a simple setup is inspiring. I was, however, a little disappointed that automatic stacking wasn't included😂. I'm off now to replicate your machine for my own "offcuts and small branches" cutter to use for my firepit.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks : Jigs can save just so much time! Glad you liked my punk outfit!! Now, for stacking the sleepers, that would require some thought! You will find that the branches are much more difficult to handle than the very uniform sleeper material! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@AdamAdderz
@AdamAdderz 6 ай бұрын
When I saw the gap in the embankment I was wondering if you would be doing another bridge! But I presume, in spite of the compacting efforts of the excavator, you would probably need a more solid foundation to support that?
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Hi, we did think about a bridge, but also wondered about the strength of the new embankment. Proper engineering!!! Thanks for watching, Chris
@QuarrySteam
@QuarrySteam 6 ай бұрын
Really nice video to watch, thank you. You’re very lucky to be able to build a railway in such lovely surroundings! Thanks again
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Many thanks for your great comments. Yes, we are very lucky to live here, and never forget that. Thanks for watching, Chris.
@colinlothlorian
@colinlothlorian 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your progress. Would have loved to bring a Scamp and a couple of tipper wagons down, building railways is their natural element!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
That would be cool! I hope you enjoy building your own railway. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@colinlothlorian
@colinlothlorian 6 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway , well aware of your books and admire what you have achieved in bringing youngsters into the hobby and teaching them the 'right way'! I hope my Scamps are doing the same in their own way, with well over half sold to and built by people under the age of 21.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
I hadn't realised that the Scamps were so well organised to keep youngsters interested. Projects which last for ten years are no use for them!!! Let's both keep up the good work.... Chris.
@MarkN67
@MarkN67 6 ай бұрын
WOW! I’ve just happened across this video and found it really interesting. I’m so impressed by the amount of hard work you’ve all put into this project. Your commentary and film work is superb, thank you for sharing it.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the lovely comment, it is much appreciated. You have no idea (or perhaps you do) of the amount of time it takes to edit a film like that to make it into a story. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@MarkN67
@MarkN67 6 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway I have a rough idea how long it takes to record a story like that, I work in TV as a lighting director and operator, but we generally have a large crew! Doing the work on your own is very impressive and you’ve done it really well.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for your understanding, especially from a pro! I switched editor from a cheap and cheerful adobe premier elements (which was a bit limited and had odd restrictions) to Davinci Resolve. So much better, but there is quite a steep learning curve. I'm still on it!! Took me ages to try to get the sound loudness correct. All the tutorials say you have to get the luffs up to -14 for youtube, but it doesn't seem to work like that for documentary style videos, where only part of it is loud and then there are quiet bits. Took me ages to decide to leave it alone! Chris.
@1969alw
@1969alw 6 ай бұрын
Great video Chris - loving the camera work and editing as well ! Can't decide if this or the Clupet Rings is my favourite ! Nice to see the boys mucking in : ) Beautiful surroundings. All the best to you and all the family.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the grand comments, you have no idea how long the editing takes on these, apparently, little projects!! Glad you liked the clupet video too - that was the surprise success of the century.. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@ab_railways_original
@ab_railways_original 6 ай бұрын
Lovely bit of work, well done. Looking forwards to seeing more. Good luck with the further projects. Wishing the best for you with it.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Yes, we will have to create some more parts of the railway, not necessarily more track - this year! I will also be making some more videos about driving the engine and some of the details and how they work... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@stretchedits
@stretchedits 5 ай бұрын
Hi Peter, I've just come across your railway on here. I'm more into 4mm model railways, but I was struck by your method of ballasting the track as it is the same method us railway modellers use. I'm quite surprised how much work is involved in just making one reasonably small extension to the line. Having said that, I enjoyed watching the railway progress, so might very well keep following your progress. All the very best Dave.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard! Chris here. Glad you enjoy the little films, there is certainly a lot of similarity between the different scales. The big difference is the weight of the material - I think we must have had some 400 tons of soil for the embankment! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@randybourdon2791
@randybourdon2791 6 ай бұрын
Just came across your channel Chris, simply brilliant, I’ve subscribed, and some of your narration is hilarious 😂. Toronto Ontario Canada.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you! I am glad you liked the narration, it was much more difficult to do than one might expect. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@reachforthesky1849
@reachforthesky1849 6 ай бұрын
Incredibly enjoyable to watch. Thanks for all the hard work putting that video together. Hope your back is ok after that!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the lovely comment! Yes, back is ok and it was plenty of cardio exercise! Thanks for watching, Chris
@stuntmanwill
@stuntmanwill 6 ай бұрын
What a fantastic video, first time KZbin’s algorithm has sent me your way but beautiful to watch. I love how you are not phased by the tediousness of some of the jobs you have to do to complete this. With fun facts along the way. Thank you
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Funnily enough, I find some of the boring bits the best. You can just switch off and enjoy being outside, or in the workshop. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@bearowen5480
@bearowen5480 6 ай бұрын
One man's tedium is another man's therapy.
@KYZ__1
@KYZ__1 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for producing this video for us all to watch - it was so interesting to watch the loop being constructed and to really understand all of the different elements and hard work involved; the little gadgets created to help along the way were ingenious too. It's an absolutely amazing railway that you have created, and brings to mind your brilliant Peter's Railway books where the railway also comes to fruition. We all loved the time-lapses - and the interesting and entertaining narration in the video too! Kathryn
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Kathryn, it is great to know that you have enjoyed it! The little gadgets are half the fun - the trouble starts when you try to film them and it all goes wrong... All best wishes from here, Chris.
@Nthuziast
@Nthuziast 5 ай бұрын
this is one of those projects that seem so fun to do but midway through you wanna give up but you know you'll feel really accomplished once you're done with it
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
In a way you are correct, but I really enjoy those mindless tasks as a diversion from having to (try to) think too much! Glad you enjoyed the film, now I must make some more... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@TechOne7671
@TechOne7671 6 ай бұрын
That’s superb, just like the real thing in miniature. What a size of a project, and I thought some of my earthmoving by wheelbarrow and spade was big but that’s on another level. Well done. I am not knowledgeable about model railways but here’s one for you, could the rails be welded together ?
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you like it! That is a good question about welding the track. Yes, I am sure it could be done, and when I made the spring point there was plenty of welding there. However I don't know there would be much point, and maybe there is a downside: With continuous welded rail, they have to have long expansion joints and also arrange for them to be in tension, even when the weather gets hot. This works fine on the big railways, but on this size, it would just pull the track straight on the bends. Even as it is, with some joints (which tend to rust up), the expansion can move the sleepers some 5 cm sideways. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Techno-Universal
@Techno-Universal 6 ай бұрын
Probably the next project would be to duplicate the line or add passing loops if you wanted to further increase the operating capacity of the line and allow open up the possibility of extending the main route in a future project! :)
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
That's a great idea! However, the trouble is that the field, while looking fairly flat, is distinctly sloping as you can see from the size of the embankment needed. I think some railway scenery, signal box etc is probably the next thing to make. A good winter project! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Techno-Universal
@Techno-Universal 6 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway yup it’s like the most efficient way to duplicate the line would be to have the second track at a lower level to the existing track with it rising up to the same level as the existing track at junctions/points! :)
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Yes, that is a possible plan, but not for this year - or probably next!!! You have to remember that this is a working farm... All best, C
@Bob_TheBeaver
@Bob_TheBeaver 6 ай бұрын
Hi Chris! I was at your railway the other year and I remember you talking about this! I hope you have lots of fun running trains and not having to stop! Cameron
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the thumbs up!! Yes, we are having far too much fun!! All best, Chris.
@-parpar-
@-parpar- 3 ай бұрын
Peter what you're working on is inspiring me! your landscape for your trains is beautiful and I'm not lying! 👌👌
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 3 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Yes, we are lucky to have such a picturesque setting for the railway. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@SnowHarp
@SnowHarp 6 ай бұрын
so glad I found you on here and thoroughly enjoyed your video. I have childhood memories of a gentleman in our home village who also had and railway much like this one. Clearly this loop required a fair amount of work but I found it very interesting. Congratulations on the new addition to your track.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comment, it is much appreciated. I am glad you have good childhood memories of an old railway. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@arrow1red
@arrow1red 6 күн бұрын
What a gem this channle is after me being a kid reading the story’s you write about pesters railway it amazing the standard of the films you are doing I can not stop watching these videos over and over again! Thanks for sharing this amazing video with us!
@arrow1red
@arrow1red 6 күн бұрын
This iPads auto correct doesn’t like the word Peter.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 күн бұрын
Wow, thank you! It is really good to receive feedback about the films (and the books), because they take so long to make that I would give up if people weren't enjoying them. Now that "summer" is here, I will be making some more videos. Hopefully you will enjoy them too?!! All best wishes, Chris.
@sergustus_
@sergustus_ 9 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing this amazing project, I love everything about your work!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 9 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! It is an amazing hobby and there are a surprisingly large number of clubs around, if you felt inspired to go along to one. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@yellowboy1866
@yellowboy1866 6 ай бұрын
Wow, just stumbled onto your page, an amazing hobby. I have quite recently retired from working on new Zealand's railroad company, kiwi rail, where i have been working for sixteen years in their traction shop. I'm not a foamer, i just enjoy fixing stuff. Of the sixteen years, the last eight i have mainly been running a line boring machine refurbishing traction motor casings after welding up machined faces. The terrain in nz dictates a quite narrow gauge which stretches and wears out the traction motors, hence the constant refurbishing. I trained as a marine engineer and in my spare time, I made working model steam engines, so i also am fascinated by them. I have really enjoyed this vid. Thanks for showing us all your hard work.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comment! You have had a most interesting career. I find that electric motors are fascinating, they are quite simple, but there is so much science in them. Also, that they can create so much mechanical power from such small machines - but of course electricity is a very refined sort of energy. Glad you enjoyed the film, now I must make some more.. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@gbentley8176
@gbentley8176 6 ай бұрын
A grand viewing indeed, such a lovely and inspirational railway. Thanks for posting.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
I am glad you enjoyed and thanks for the lovely comment. Now I will have to make some more videos... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jovetj
@jovetj 4 ай бұрын
Oh, what a passion!! Thank you for the interesting and wonderful video!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for your wonderful comment!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@izafas
@izafas 26 күн бұрын
Fascinating project, thanks for sharing
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 25 күн бұрын
I am glad you enjoyed it. Although it looks like a bit of a solitary hobby, sharing it is half the fun. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@dodgebob1
@dodgebob1 5 ай бұрын
This video randomly appeared in my feed...I'm happy it did. Fantastic bit of track adjustment...I want to take a ride.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the great comment. It is amazing how many people have found this video by the wonders of the KZbin Algorithm!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@DriverVideoInfo
@DriverVideoInfo 6 ай бұрын
What a fabulous film - great to watch and a very pleasing voice to listen to for your narration. I particularly liked the time lapse (and drone) sequences, especially the laying of sleepers at high speed round the double curve. Wonderful exercise and hours of fun to be had driving the train. I will look for more.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! We had fun editing it, especially the high speed sequences. They came about because we either had to cut them out completely or speed them up to make the film watchable!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@althejazzman
@althejazzman 6 ай бұрын
Your narration is excellent. Perfect choice of words, confident and entertaining.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for that. In fact, I find the voiceovers, added after filming, are very difficult, but it is largely a matter of confidence so your kind words are much appreciated! Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@cat793cdumpy
@cat793cdumpy 6 ай бұрын
Wow. Absolutely fascinating and dedication for a beautiful railway.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the lovely comment, it is much appreciated. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@bearowen5480
@bearowen5480 6 ай бұрын
Wonderful video! The time lapse cinematic technique which speeded up the action was a very clever way to show all of the tedious and backbreaking work that was required to construct your simple turn around loop, and all without it being boring for the viewer. Well done. The lesson for me was that in a hobby like yours there is a tremendous investment of time and physical energy required, but that if you love what you're doing, as you obviously do, it can be an enormously pleasurable and gratifying pastime. I admire what you have created and thoroughly enjoyed watching the video. Congratulations from a train buff in the States!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comments, I am so glad you enjoyed the film. Yes, the speeded up sections were really the only way to show how much was involved without either cutting out whole sections, or turning the whole film in to 4 hours of moving wallpaper!! Best wishes from the UK, thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@alexj3709
@alexj3709 5 ай бұрын
I was entertained and fascinated watching this video, thank you. It is amazing the amount of work that has to go in to doing the job properly, and the enthusiasm and dedication you show for the project. The railway will be there giving enjoyment for everyone for many years to come, well done!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, there is a lot of work, but each stage of the project was fun in its own way. Hopefully it will survive for many years as a memory of the farmer who built the original part of the line. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@LMadgit
@LMadgit 6 ай бұрын
Great video! I love your books - always were the best present from Grandad on Christmases, he would have to read them to me that evening!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comment, Luke, it is much appreciated!! All best wishes, Chris.
@rajeshhedaoo4077
@rajeshhedaoo4077 2 күн бұрын
Great video to watch. Must have been very satisfying.. hats off to you all.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it and, yes, possibly the most satisfying hobby in the world!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@thecorbies
@thecorbies 26 күн бұрын
Excellent work, excellent info and pace. Well done all.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 25 күн бұрын
Thank you. The feedback on the pace is especially interesting as I am always wondering how much to put in and what to leave out. Videos which start with a whole load of credits and waffle about the channel drive me nuts!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@TheHollyHobo
@TheHollyHobo 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for making this report about building the loop. It`s very simular like I work in my garden on my G-scale layout, but I have the prefarbricated flex track that I use. Next year I will turn 60 and even now my back hurts when I finished some meters of new track, so I can imagin how you feel. Carry on Thank you !
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Yes, it is all hard work, but enjoyable anyway. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@ilegalsheepbutcher
@ilegalsheepbutcher 6 ай бұрын
Absolutely amazing work!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers! Chris.
@user-wr9pk4lu8s
@user-wr9pk4lu8s 11 күн бұрын
Your enthusiasm is unbelievable I dread to think how much the cost was, I enjoyed watching this you put a lot of us to shame with your hard work.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 10 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! In fact the cost was not so great as I made the engine myself. Yes, the materials are not cheap but they don't all get used at once so the cost is spread over a long time. Also, unlike so many things we buy, the loco will last for many years and, I hope, continue to give pleasure... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@RR-km3ht
@RR-km3ht 6 ай бұрын
Incredible!! Congratulations!! I love it!!! ❤❤❤❤
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! All best wishes, Chris.
@buffplums
@buffplums 2 ай бұрын
How wonderful that there are 3 generations on your railway.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
Yes, it is a fun thing to do. The only problem is getting the younger generation to put away their phones!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@buffplums
@buffplums 2 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway Yes I know that is such a problem, we need to get children interested in tinkering with things and being inquisitive… and asking questions rather than asking flipping google!! thanks for the link I shall take a look I love books of this sort I’ve always thought how amazing it would be to build a small steam locomotive. I think I’ve missed the boat on that one at age 58 and 3/4 😂 I used to love metalwork at school and using the machines … I love working with mechanics I’m an electronics engineer but there’s always been a big proportion of mechanical work in constructing and servicing equipment and systems… electricity and mechanics are good coworkers lol.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
I don't think you have missed the boat at all! However, maybe you should look at making a stationary steam plant first - look at Stuart Models catalogue where you get a choice of finished, fully machined, or unmachined castings. Equally, there may be a good Model Engineering club somewhere near you - most are crying out for new members and have a good workshop for you to learn in... Hope you take the plunge!! Chris.
@ScratchGlass9
@ScratchGlass9 6 ай бұрын
Incredible work. I'm sore just watching you !! BRAVO guys ! Cheers from Detroit 🇺🇲
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Yes, hard work, but great fun at the same time. It only hurts when you stop!!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jonathanchester5916
@jonathanchester5916 6 ай бұрын
Amazing! So much work - good for you to make it happen!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great comment! Keeping busy keeps you alive... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@yves-noel-mariegonnet1043
@yves-noel-mariegonnet1043 25 күн бұрын
Peter: Un grand Bravo! Un grand Merci!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 24 күн бұрын
Grand Merci d'Angleterre!! Je suis joyeux que vous avez apprécié le petit film. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@JP-su8bp
@JP-su8bp 6 ай бұрын
Splendid. Thanks for sharing.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! and thanks for the good comment. Chris.
@rollinwithunclepete824
@rollinwithunclepete824 Ай бұрын
A most amazing effort! Thank you very much
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway Ай бұрын
You're very welcome! I am glad you enjoyed it - there is nothing so relaxing as a good hobby... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@danielkresha2228
@danielkresha2228 5 ай бұрын
This is beautiful! Thank you for sharing! This is my heaven! Both the work and the pleasure! Hopefully someday I will have space to build a railway! Keep up the fun!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the lovely comments!! Yes, you can certainly build a railway one day. If you are limited for space, then you can enjoy building something to a smaller scale. Gauge 1 is just amazing. Search for it on KZbin... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@DubloAirfix
@DubloAirfix 6 ай бұрын
Such useful information, very well and entertainingly presented. Thank you!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the lovely comment, much appreciated after the hours of time spent in front of the computer trying to edit it into a story! Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@lee_mouat
@lee_mouat 6 ай бұрын
Somehow happened across this video. Don't know anything about steam engines but thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I love when people have their passions. Thanks for sharing.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Now I will have to make some more videos... Chris.
@chaikhor
@chaikhor 6 ай бұрын
Top class video. Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed it a lot from Canada.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, it was fun making it too. All best wishes from UK, Chris.
@intereality
@intereality 4 ай бұрын
Love the sound that tiny locomotive!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 4 ай бұрын
I agree! It only makes the correct sound if you drive it correctly, so just like the larger version. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@mrhearse777
@mrhearse777 5 ай бұрын
I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed every second of this inspirational Video. All power to your elbow .
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comment, it is much appreciated. It is really my back and knees which need more power these days!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Elephantine999
@Elephantine999 6 ай бұрын
I loved the time-lapse sleeper laying. Quick work! :)
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! It would have made the film much too long if we hadn't sped them up - a lot!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@TonyTurboRST
@TonyTurboRST 6 ай бұрын
That is just utterly brilliant! I’m jealous
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the lovely comment. Don't be jealous, just build a railway of your own. If you don't have sufficient space for this size, just pick a scale and go with that. Gauge 1 is fabulous - plenty of stuff on KZbin if you search... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@zam023
@zam023 5 ай бұрын
This is amazing!!! Good Job.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Now I will have to make some more films... Chris.
@CarstenBauer
@CarstenBauer 6 ай бұрын
Amazing! You are living the dream!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Always!
@ideasforu358
@ideasforu358 6 ай бұрын
Absolute legend you are. My today's KZbin discovery. I am all here for Peters Railway. Saying hello from Derby.
@JP_TaVeryMuch
@JP_TaVeryMuch 6 ай бұрын
Careful now, once you buy yourself, err I mean your nearest little person a Peter's Railway book, you'll be hooked. They're simply what we all wanted when we were budding baby engineers.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for your lovely comment. I must now make some more videos. Watch this space... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@sionhughes5543
@sionhughes5543 5 ай бұрын
What a wonderful, relaxing video. Great work.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Yes, it is much more relaxing to watch the video than to build the railway!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@johnmilner0859
@johnmilner0859 6 ай бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed it. Well done on your efforts. 👏👏
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! There was certainly quite a lot of effort!! Thanks for watching, Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@motorTranz
@motorTranz 5 ай бұрын
As my co-worker used to say; "Nothin' but hard work!...". I absolutely enjoyed watching this! Thank you for sharing this!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, there was certainly plenty of hard work!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@motorTranz
@motorTranz 3 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway Thanks for the information.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 3 ай бұрын
No worries!! Now I am just waiting for some better weather to start making some more videos... All best, Chris.
@cfcstevie1888
@cfcstevie1888 6 ай бұрын
loved that,well done on the build, the envy of many men
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the lovely comment! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@bobsmodelrailways
@bobsmodelrailways 6 ай бұрын
Magnificent project, Peter. Following with interest.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! I must now make some more videos... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@TheDaf95xf
@TheDaf95xf 6 ай бұрын
What a fantastic video 👍🏻 That loop construction was awesome 👏🏻 buddy 😊
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for great comment, it’s much appreciated!! Chris
@susanballingall284
@susanballingall284 5 ай бұрын
Fab video Chris ---Great to see🚂
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Hi Susan, thanks for the great comment, I hear that the young man is doing very well at the moment. Please pass on regards... All best, Chris.
@bruceyoung1343
@bruceyoung1343 2 ай бұрын
So lovely. Very interesting and I how are we enjoyed watching you and your sons build the railroad
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, yes having the boys help with construction and maintenance is grand. I will make some more films when the weather warms up a little... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jonathanc.4824
@jonathanc.4824 5 ай бұрын
Amazing, such a great project!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your great comment, and thanks for watching! Chris.
@hendersonjp
@hendersonjp 6 ай бұрын
A really enjoyable video to watch. Thank you.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, I will now have to make some more!!...
@trialen
@trialen 6 ай бұрын
What a fantastic video. Keep up the good work!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do! I also need to make some more videos. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@richardkeen1996
@richardkeen1996 5 ай бұрын
Lovely stuff!! Just found your postings and have subscribed to follow you along with your wonderful railway!!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you, I will now have to make some more videos!!...
@DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
@DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 5 ай бұрын
A very enjoyable video that I enjoyed watching with my grandson (11). He's been enjoying reading your books for a few years now, he's got a 00 guage model railway and has recently started his own Dylington Model Railway channel featuring his own model railway and some exhibitions and heritage railways. He is now planning to build a 009 layout which he'll probably post updates of on his channel once he gets started on it. We've turned off the comments on it to protect him due to his age. He has also had a go at writing a couple of stories which he's also illustrated. Anyway I think you can take some credit for his interest in railways, keep up the good work....cheers James 🙂👍
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for telling me that. I enjoy writing the books, but it is special to know that they are being read and having a good influence! I hope he has years of enjoyment from an excellent hobby, all best wishes, Chris.
@nikothetrainguy
@nikothetrainguy 6 ай бұрын
I just found out about this railway, and, wow! That is an amazing piece of work right there.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I will make some more films now that I know they are enjoyed! Chris.
@auralfury
@auralfury Ай бұрын
wow great toys!..good idea with the loop....What a fun project, with lots of hard work, a joy to watch...kudos!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway Ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Yes it was hard work, but very relaxing at the same time. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.
@jimgiordano8218
@jimgiordano8218 5 ай бұрын
I have never known how much work goes into building a rail road. But the payoff is worth every ache and pain. I really enjoy the videos. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your understanding comment about aches and pains!! However, I find that the outdoor activity seems to keep joints in good condition. So far anyway.... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@jonb4020
@jonb4020 2 ай бұрын
Your dedication and sheer ability are breathtaking. One of the most enjoyable half hours I've spent on youtube. Many thanks fior the upload!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 2 ай бұрын
My pleasure, and thank you for the lovely comment! Some people think it is hard work, but I find it the most relaxing hobby - until things go wrong of course!! Now the weather is getting better I will be making more films, so watch this space... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Tony-sz8vy
@Tony-sz8vy 5 ай бұрын
Well done! Aside from being inspiring the ballasting process especially has helped me with my G gauge (45mm) track laying. Cheers! Tony in New Zealand
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, the process can be very similar for your scale. You will just have to use smaller ballast stones!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@winders128
@winders128 6 ай бұрын
Excellent video, thank you for posting. Best wishes from Brisbane, Queensland.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! and best wishes from the UK to Oz. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@Kev5565
@Kev5565 6 ай бұрын
Marvelous! and I love your enthusiasm and hope you look after your back. I'm into 00 scale and have problems with space for what I'd like to do, your railway puts my space problems into perspective.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Yes, space is one of the big problems for this scale of modelling. Luckily a friendly farmer!!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@user-zl8yq2uh6m
@user-zl8yq2uh6m 6 ай бұрын
Fantastic piece of work - both the filming and the project itself! It was great to see and understand the process. As ever with these things the genius is in the details. I showed the film to my boys and they were fascinated to see the completed loop, having witnessed it in partial development when we visited.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, it now makes for a great run. So far, the max number of circuits I have managed is 20 without running out of steam or water. However, the lubricators run out of oil at around this distance, so I will have to do something about that next.... All best, Chris.
@user-zl8yq2uh6m
@user-zl8yq2uh6m 6 ай бұрын
@@PetersRailway Matthew wondered what the plans are for the space inside the loop - a pond?
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
That is the question of the day! A lake/pond is the obvious answer, but maybe that can be next summer's project... Chris.
@DanielParadis-sr5nh
@DanielParadis-sr5nh 6 ай бұрын
Wonderful! How I would love to visit your Country, and ride your railroad! Thank you for sharing!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for your lovely comment. I am glad you liked the railway. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@emrekrtl
@emrekrtl 6 ай бұрын
incredible work
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Chris.
@opticalmechanic
@opticalmechanic 5 ай бұрын
Absolutely superb. I would love to do this myself. One day maybe.
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 5 ай бұрын
You should! However, if space is limited, then smaller gauges can give just as much pleasure. Gauge 1 is a particular favourite. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@RMStinson
@RMStinson 6 ай бұрын
What a fascinating, delightful video! I especially liked the various jigs to make repetitive chores easier. Work smarter, not harder!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Now I must make some more videos.... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@williambowman7589
@williambowman7589 6 ай бұрын
I just stumbled across your channel, absolutely fantastic very well done😊
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊 With your encouragement, I will now have to make some more videos... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/
@harrystephens2061
@harrystephens2061 6 ай бұрын
Very pleasant to watch!
@PetersRailway
@PetersRailway 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Now I will have to make some more videos... Chris.
How to Drive a Steam Locomotive at Peter's Railway
27:58
PetersRailway
Рет қаралды 27 М.
Kitten has a slime in her diaper?! 🙀 #cat #kitten #cute
00:28
когда одна дома // EVA mash
00:51
EVA mash
Рет қаралды 10 МЛН
ISSEI funny story😂😂😂Strange World | Magic Lips💋
00:36
ISSEI / いっせい
Рет қаралды 98 МЛН
We Built A Railway In Four Hours! (And then tested it!)
12:16
Way Out West - Workshop Stuff
Рет қаралды 181 М.
Ballasting on the Stoddard Hill Farm Railway
15:52
Mill Brook Railroad
Рет қаралды 356 М.
A day at the garden railway
3:21
derbyshiretrainboy
Рет қаралды 6 М.
Mini Train !  Smallest public Railway
10:55
Topfelya
Рет қаралды 925 М.
I Just Bought A Miniature Railroad! (Saving the OCR)
14:29
Mill Brook Railroad
Рет қаралды 240 М.
Laying Track on the Stoddard Hill Farm Railway
42:23
Mill Brook Railroad
Рет қаралды 338 М.
The Self Balancing Monorail
8:33
Primal Space
Рет қаралды 8 МЛН
Riding a Cheap Bamboo Train Until a Big Train Comes
13:15
TEKNIQ
Рет қаралды 2,9 МЛН
САМЫЙ дешевый ПК с OZON на RTX 4070
16:16
Мой Компьютер
Рет қаралды 104 М.
How Neuralink Works 🧠
0:28
Zack D. Films
Рет қаралды 26 МЛН