Layout Update & Plans for the Future

Big changes for the channel over the next year or so. I've got a lot of work to do but I'm excited for the future.

[@ep1981]

Congratulations Richard, owning your own home is no small achievement in this day and age. Looking forward to the next stage of the journey. There is no DIY project that can't be solved with KZbin and the DIYUK forum on Reddit.

[@terryrobinson7371]

Good luck with the new house and in time the new layout. Life is full of ups and downs, some you see coming others catch you by surprise. But your positive attitude will see you through it, and we will all see a new layout in the coming years. All the best Terry

[@Roy-gi5ul]

May I add my own congratulations on acquiring an enviable site to eventually receive Everard Junction Mk 2. Good luck! It's a heavy slog but you'll get there!

[@Stettafire]

No easy achievement but as a homeowner myself, one worth doing. After having three awful landlords in a row with damp, terrible heating etc I now have my own health and my own fate in my own hands. Not relying on a slumlord. It's no easy thing, but well worth it

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers, it's certainly been a challenge to reach this stage. I'm really enjoying the DIY jobs on the house, KZbin has been very helpful with that. Should have somewhere to do some modelling again in the next few months.

[@garylester55]

Hi Richard, I’ve just seen you on Tv, a program, Hornby A Model Empire. I live in Perth Western Australia. I recognised your voice. Not sure if it’s been on before. Renovating a house will definitely keep you busy, well done buying your first home. It’s a shame you can’t use a room on the ground floor in the house for your railroad. Creality have brought out new 3D printers, K1 and K1 Max. I bought the K1, 220mm 220mm 250mm build plate, the K1 Max is 300mm 300mm 300mm, these are great 3D printers, check them out before you decide which 3D printer your going to buy. Cheers.

[@nachoBen100]

Hi, i dont think you will see this but i just wanted to say. Me and my dad loved your videos we loved the detail, commentary and the amazing shots. My dad passed in febuary 2024, Thanks so much. Its such a comfort to watch now.

[@jp-i]

I'm sorry for your loss Ben. Sending you and your family much love.

[@EverardJunction]

Sorry to hear that Ben, glad the videos have been of some help. Wishing you and the family all the best.

[@rremington3983]

Richard, this channel in my opinion is as much about you as your models. Your effort, knowledge and expertise is second to none and you and your layout will obviously go on to much bigger and better things. Congratulations on the new house, would love to see some renovation videos. Sorry to hear about the old job but delighted you found something so quickly. Really looking forward to your new videos. You are definitely number one in my book. Rob

[@Stettafire]

It's all about Richard for me. Lots of people can model, but few can share that knowledge in such a high quality way

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers Rob, pleased to hear those words. Its certainly been up & down lately but I had a stroke of luck with the new job. I'm working hard on the house & career right now but in a few months I should be able to do some modelling again.

[@JohnMorgan-sx9uz]

Richard, I’ve always been impressed with your ability to tear-up things that are not perfect and make them right - whether that is the badly warped baseboards of Everard Junction 1.0 or the troublesome fiddle yard point work on Everard Junction 2.0. I’m sure the same can-do attitude you possess that makes this channel such a joy to watch will help you rebuild your career and your new home in the months to come. I’m so very excited for Everard Junction 3.0 and all the new space you have to create something new. I thank you for sharing all your hard work with us and I wish you the very best of luck as you dust yourself off to begin anew.

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks John. I'm looking forward to the future, plenty of work ahead but there's a lot of potential in that loft. Hopefully in a few months I'll be able to get back into some modelling again.

[@simonroberts5]

Huge congratulations on the new house and very relieved to hear that your employment troubles haven’t derailed the home ownership dream. I understand that the KZbin algorithm tends to ignore channels who don’t post for a long period, so please keep us all updated with the prep work you do on the attic to prepare for building Everard Junction 2.0. Hopefully that will keep a bit of extra income coming in from the channel as well. Best wishes and lots of 💪🏻 for the renovation.

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

That's gonna be Everard Junction 3.0, if you remember the original layout with the Helixes that caused Richard so many problems and the lower level that had warped MDF baseboards...

[@simonroberts5]

@@Morganstein-Railroad Didn’t realise- I only came to know this channel with the current layout . It’s good that the new house will give so much more potential with the extra space- it’s going to be a great journey.

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

@@simonroberts5No offense meant Simon. He did have a lot of trouble with the original - his videos of the lower level baseboards were horrific. As richard said, it was a wonder that the trains ran at all on the lower level by thwe time he started version 2.0, and the helixes were getting harder to maintain also. Do you have a channel/ I'll have to check that out. I've only got a couple of videos on mine, but your welcome to have a look.

[@simonroberts5]

@@Morganstein-Railroad No offence taken- nice to learn a bit more of the history. Thanks for taking time to let me know

[@alanrobertson7217]

Life moves on. All the best with the new house and then the next iteration of Everard Junction.

[@Siminfrance]

Very exiting! You need to create a separate channel for the renovation of the house. That will bring you a whole different, (but just as passionate), group of viewers.

[@TukayAway]

Congratulations on the house purchase! You've been a great inspiration in convincing me that I can have a layout in my one bedroom flat. I'd love to see a step by step on how you renovate the loft. Will come in handy if my future plans ever pay off!

[@OrhtejTheGreat]

Honestly, I am absolutely gutted to see this layout not get to being finished, I’ve been eagerly watching for the last 7 years or so. But, a massive congratulations to you for buying your own house! I’ve had my own renovation for the last 4 years - it’s been a difficult experience, but one that I wouldn’t have wanted to go without all the same. So good luck to you, and I’m very excited to see what comes with your next layout! 😊

[@SteveBakerIsHere]

I got the impression that the layout is very close to finished...and that's an odd situation for anyone.

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers mate. I've done quite a bit to the house so far but it's certainly a job for years to come. While I would have liked to see the layout finished I'm glad for the change of scenery. The last 18 months were quite difficult as I was more interested in moving rather than modelling.

[@user-ki3wb6gi2g]

The smartest thing I ever did was convince my wife that I was the one for her but the 2nd most intelligent thing I have been part of was the purchase of our home. When I think about it I have done maybe 10 things in my entire life that could I consider truly smart and half of them have to do with our home. What you mention regarding the renovation of your home is so much more important than PlasticCard and an air brush... When you flush the toilet, "it" needs to go away forever. When the wind and rain pelt your home, it has to stay on the outside. Sun through your own windows is a joy to behold. Being warm in the winter and cool in the summer is NOT overrated. I am my wife's partner, we are partner's with our home, and after 14 years I have almost finished the attic over the garage for use as a hobby room. When it gets down to base levels - remember Murphy's Law on Everything (model railroading, auto repair, dental care, home improvement, whatever...) GOOD, FAST, CHEAP. Pick two. Turn your house into your home. The rest will follow.

[@theeventhorizon-valebridge9512]

Been there, bought it, converted a similar loft, did major gutting/rebuilding/refitting and built large extensions. ALL works done myself from design and planning, digging foundations, ground works, blockwork/brickwork, underpinning, plastering, framing, roofing, electric and plumbing, fixtures and fittings and decorating, all done by me single-handedly whilst bringing up 3 young sons too! So, good luck Richard, as you can see from my experience, it's very doable. My loft advice, conform to the building regulations for a habitable room with good insulation, strong floor and at least two Velux windows, one being MOE. DON'T buy a combi boiler for heating/hot water, they constantly have reliability issues. ALWAYS have standard condensing boiler with a separate hot water tank (with emersion heater backup), bullet proof and cheaper. Have a gravity fed unpressurised central heating system with a small header tank, it's uncomplicated and just works! ATB, Julian

[@richardsutton7791]

Great news! I’d recommend installing a velux (or equivalent) for light and ventilation. Looking forward to seeing how your project unfolds over the coming years.

[@EverardJunction]

A couple of velux windows is on the wish list

[@robertmatthews8302]

@@EverardJunction Richard I would seriously recommend the projection type about 140wide x 98high although expensive and heavy to install, my place was improved beyond belief when fitted. You can have flyscreens fitted too, a must when fine weather arrives. Greetings from Brittany ! Bob

[@WHP1980s]

I wish you well in the next page in your life, Richard. Thanks for being such an inspiration to people like me. I rejoined the hobby due to watching your outstanding model railway workmanship, I even started my own KZbin channel which I could of never dreamed of ten years ago. Many thanks and best of luck to you. You can't beat owning your own home, I recommend it. Looks like you've got a reasonably loft there too. Also sorry to hear about you losing your job, but glad you've secured another. Atvb Graham 🙂

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks Graham, the last few months have been a roller coaster. House is coming along nicely though. I'll post some more videos once I have more news /progress.

[@SpringCottageModelRailway]

Sorry to hear about your job Richard, stress I’m sure you could have done without. Good luck with the new job. Will be following the next update with interest. 👍

[@hellooohowareudoing]

Congratulations! I hope you do document the renovations, I think they would be interesting to follow.

[@timfellows8334]

Richard, two of the most stressful events one can experience in life and all coming at once! Out of this comes opportunities, I suspect the most difficult thing to find in the coming months will be time. I am sure we can all wait and go back to episode one again. Thank you for producing such a great channel

[@EverardJunction]

@@timfellows8334 Time is certainly the issue at the moment. I spend every spare minute I have renovating, filming it would slow me down. Hopefully in a few months I'll have a space to do some modelling again. Cheers

[@andrewpalm2103]

Congratulations on your new house, Richard. Such a purchase is always stressful and even more so when an involuntary change of job is in the picture as well. You have been though a lot! I look forward to seeing your progress in future videos. Your contributions to the hobby are appreciated by many, I'm sure. Cheers from Wisconsin!

[@leejohns1080]

First time commenting on your videos but firstly congratulations on the purchase on your new home! I just wanted to extend my thanks for all your quality videos. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed your uploads, especially throughout the various lockdowns, your videos kept me staying optimistic and found a new enjoyment for the hobby during those uneasy times. Really look forward to watching the progress on your next layout - if this is anything to go by it’ll be executed flawlessly.

[@kewrail5071]

Congratulations on the new house, Richard! Very sorry to hear about about the redundancy, having been there myself I know how devastating it can be, hopefully you don't make the mistake I did and try to get through the emotional aspects alone... you have 92000 of us to vent to here! :) Really looking forward to seeing the house coming along and the birth of the next railway :)

[@davidsmith3502]

Richard, so sobering to watch your update. Your tenacity to face all the challenges before you these last months and still be a positive individual is an inspiration for many of us. Having followed your channel for a number of years it’ll be very rewarding to watch you build Everard Junction 3.0 and with my own aspirations on building into the loft space of my own home I’m relishing your future videos on how you’ll prepare your loft for your new layout. Wishing you the very best of luck with all your future endeavours.

[@robertmatthews8302]

Thanks Richard for your fine videos over the years and I wish you the very best for the future especially despite your recent big setback job wise. Looking forward to your next videos even if your layout is not the main priority. Yours is one of my favorite channels along with Chandwell. 😊

[@stephendavies6949]

Congrats on finding your dream home! I look forward to coming on the exciting journey with you. Just got to the end of the video. What a shock that must have been! I wish you well as you sort things out & I for one will stick with you & the channel.

[@TimothyBratcher]

I'd love to see renovation videos, as well. You've got a gift for explaining things so general renovation videoes would be interesting.

[@tonyrich7011]

Plenty of room for insulation, Summer open the roof and rip it out. Built our home as an owner/builder 20 years ago and no it’s not finished! Accomodation insulation and comfort. Winter my roof cavity is cold and summer its at 45 degree’s C. So it was the shed. Build the attic then start. Even a better access stair case to get there! Good luck!

[@SergueiSofinski]

First, thank you for all the videos posted over the years. It has been a great journey! Your layout detail and time period immersion is incredible. Moving to a new house, and moving your layout on top of it, is no small task. You may not get to your new layout setup for quite a while, priorities will change (as it happened with me). In any case, thank you again for sharing it all with us! Best wishes to you!

[@kittonsmitton]

Congrats Richard, love to see the reno of the new house especially the planning and production of the new railway space, love to be part of it!

[@ModelRailway]

Congratulations with the house purchase (and best wishes with the renovations) … oh no about the company … but another congratulation and good luck with the new role! What a rollercoaster start to the year! It’s been great watching the developments of Everard Junction version one then two … very much looking forward to watching version three in the coming years. Ps Also look forward to seeing version 4 take shape … 12:01 … the garden railway!! 😜

[@user-vh9rk9ib9h]

Good luck with your new home and work Richard, looking forward to your videos of renovation and the new model railway.

[@tonydolton4544]

End of an era, well done it’s been a pleasure watching this build.

[@andymartin9364]

Congrats on the new place, nothing like a blank canvas to get the creative juices flowing. Congrats from Detroit! Sorry to hear about the job situation…

[@simplyinxs]

Hats off to you Richard for what will be another great project to take on but also for the time and effort you have put into Everard Junction 2 to get it to such a high standard only to have to walk away from it as such and start again. Best of luck with the new venture and congrats on the new house also

[@davebutterworth7414]

Am proud of you Richard sir !! I gained some very good painting and modelling advice from you in times past ! I now run 16mm live steam in the garage and garden having sold all my OO scale items during the pandemic….. I still like to pop back every now and again to see how your wonderful layout is progressing… Congratulations on your buying your new house ! It’s been made extremely difficult in today’s mad world, especially for younger people like yourself you’ve overcome it brilliantly . Your positive attitude and enthusiasm will keep you buoyant both now and for the future I wish you the best ❤

[@droevig01]

Congratulations Richard, I wish you all the fun doing the renovations as you have building the layout that you have now. Looking foward to see more videos

[@robertdamp5604]

Wishing you well with your new house Richard, and look foerward to the next stage of the journey of your model railway.

[@sim00ps]

Getting to see you start from scratch and show us your skills again is just fantastic. Congrats on the new job and home. Looking forward to the next update!

[@dercedric0815]

Greetings from Germany. Wonderfull news! Congratulations on your house. Can't wait to see the steps of renovation and the new start for Everard Junction.

[@mikehumphrey7413]

Well done Richard, lots of work to be completed before Everard Junction is up and running. Looking forward to all the videos of your build. Take Care Mike HO from Australia.

[@davemason2667]

Hi Richard well done on you buying your first home and dropping on to a new job. like the rest of your subscribers iam looking forward to a new chapter with a new layout good luck on the renovations

[@adammanning4555]

Congratulations Richard..!🎉 as a builder you’re in for a few challenging months. However, that means a NEW layout, which is great news.

[@garrburton3375]

Many congratulations Richard on getting your new home. The attic looks a great size and no doubt you will use the available space to great effect. Great idea with the spare room turning it into a work / model room. I’ve got similar and it’s excellent when you can let a project evolve without having to put it away each and every time. Always a frustration when after working so hard a company goes into administration especially when you end up being owed, that said so pleased to hear that you’ve got another job. Once again congratulations, take care and look forward to the next update……at whatever point you’re in a position to get around to it. Best Gary

[@ryandixon6482]

Massive congratulations to you Richard and sorry to hear you've had such trouble with work. You're very grounded with you attitude to our hobby, buying a home is a major life event so remember to take your time with the channel. I'm really looking forward to mk3 Everard junction in a new locatio in good time. Your channel goes from strength to strength, all the best.

[@shaunhourston-wells458]

What a blow, Richard, but I'm so, so glad you managed to find a similar job. I really hope all goes well, both at work and on your renovation project, and look forward to hearing from you, again, when you have the time. All the best,

[@tomc_official]

Congrats Richard on being a homeowner. I went through that for the first time myself so know your pain! I’ve absolutely loved seeing the current Everard Junction being built from scratch, and I look forward to seeing its successor come to life in time too. Fully appreciate the time spent thinking it all through to do it properly first time 😁

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Big congratulations on achieving such a wonderful thing. It has been so interesting and enjoyable to follow your layout build so far and now you are about to start on a whole new phase of your life. I will always watch your channel and I send you all good wishes for your future. I am retired and old and it is always heart warming to see a young person succeed. 😊👍

[@jonahspiper]

A man of your talents wasn't going to be out of work for long, best of luck Richard with the new job and house. I have just ordered track for the first time since I dismantled my layout in my parents home similarly to yours but that was in 1987 so I'm starting my first layout in 36 years! I really look forward to your new layout development as finally I will be along for the train ride too. 😃Your videos have been an inspiration and a great substitute over the years whilst unable to build a layout myself so thanks again for the time and effort. I know you want to keep most of Everard Junction to take with you but maybe you should auction it, you have quite a following and would raise a fair sum for new projects? Maybe too awkward? Anyway, keep us posted! 👍

[@EverardJunction]

Good luck with your new layout, always an exciting moment when you get started. I'll post more videos as & when I have news. Cheers

[@eattherich9215]

Congratulations on finally getting the home you always wanted. I thought I would never see the end of Everard Junction - there is more life behind me than remains - but seems you have reached as far as you can with the layout.

[@Mooresbytube1]

Many congratulations on getting onto the property ladder Richard - a huge achievement that you should be proud of. I’m in a similar boat having recently moved and also have a loft that will require a fair bit of work before any baseboards are laid. I look forward to seeing your usual impressive progress on the new projects!

[@robwallace266]

Congratulations on the house purchase Richard. Having done it a couple of times it’s a horrible process. My Wife and I love watching your modelling videos and are looking forward to seeing the next evolution of your amazing layout. 👍

[@4monkeystyle]

Richard, congratulations! I have been watching your channel from across the pond for a long time, at least since your previous layout. I watch this attic being remodeled and the table work being done. Looking forward to seeing the new layout from the attic remodel to the table work to the modeling. I purchased my house many years ago as a fixer upper, and with your sweat equity, you will appreciate it more so.................OMG, sorry about your job loss. Good luck with your new employment. Hope you receive the overtime and back pay you're owed.

[@stmichaelsjunction]

Good luck Richard I love you channel over the years.. I remember the first episode I started watching on your first layout.. and the rebuild this is Pete from St Michael’s junction.. take care looking forward to seeing you updates in the near future.. bye for now.

[@simonbradshaw3708]

Congratulations Richard on your house purchase, it would be very useful to show starting a new layout from scratch with first creating the space. I'm quite lucky being in a new build that actually allowed me to walk fall height across 3/4 the width of the house. I constructed my boards on the supports for the roof. I look forward to your next video.

[@JasperWest]

Congratulations with your new home Richard. Looking forward to your future layout project. Cheers Jasper

[@brooklyngraham1151]

Wonderful news, Richard! I think I can speak for all your loyal supporters here on YT, when I say we’ll be here waiting for things to unfold as they happen. I will miss your current layout, as I’m sure you will as well, but change is the only constant in life. It’s encouraging that you’ll have the space , and then some, to create as you have done in the past. Good luck with the Reno, and do keep us in the loop as things pop up concerning the future Everard Junction.

[@lynganddistrict]

Oh wow - an opportunity to re start from scratch - Congrats on the new house, and although I really envy you the space you have, I don't envy the work involved but oh boy am I looking forward to the transformation! Please keep us updated on everything, Regards Steve

[@garrycampbell8881]

Congratulations Richard and I wish you all the best in your new house. Thank you for the many devoted years assisting old blokes like me in railway modelling. I can’t thank you enough! 🇦🇺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇦🇺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍👍👍👍👍

[@Joker33743]

Firstly congratulations on your new home . I really cant believe how much work you have to do. Im just thinking how much time a effort you put it to the model railway. Ive watched you for many years and i love everything you do and the detail. Good luck 👍👍👍

[@barryashby5394]

Congratulations Richard, love you detailed model work and look forward to the new house project. Good luck.

[@chrisclark4813]

Great video, as ever. Just thought I'd say 'good luck', and genuinely wish you all the best with your railway, new house, new job and life in general. Interested in the loft development, please continue share.

[@kenty8450]

Congratulations, wish you well with setting everything up and can't wait to see what you do with the attic! Thank you for all the videos, they have inspired me to dust off my childhood trainsets and start again with the hobby in my late twenties.

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

So, you;ve finally been able to buy your own place. Congratulations, Richard. Well done on that! Let's look forward to the new model, and in the meantime More strength to your arm.

[@quarryfield]

Good luck mate and well done for taking the plunge. I kept saying to the Missus.... "nowt from Everard again, I hope he hasn't gone through the ceiling" ha ha. Looking forward to watching the progress. Ps as for strengthening the floor, run some 4x2s at 90 degrees to the existing floor at a pitch that suits the size of availaible plywood that will fit through the hatch.

[@BuggleskellyStation]

Congratulations Richard. A dream come true I'm sure and all the best with your new home and layout.

[@chrispainter7894]

How exciting - for you and us! Personally I would be interested in following all your renovations or as many as you can or want to share. Good luck with it all x

[@marknicholson2281]

Congratulations on your new home Richard. I’m really looking forward to seeing what you decide to do on the new layout. I started watching your how to videos when I got into the hobby about ten years ago and you have been an inspiration to me and my club mates. Like you I had a change in life a two years ago and bought a 50s house with a similar attic to yours. New floor beams, flooring and insulation in with some plasterboard means it’s nearly baseboard time so doubly interested to see how you progress. So sorry to hear about your job and the financial loss but well done on finding a new job doing what you enjoy. Can I just back what others have said about a Velux type window for light and air. Good luck.

[@whatnowstinky]

Congratulations on the new house! I'm really looking forward to watching an even larger Everard Junction come to life. Can i make a suggestion, based on hours (and hours and hours) of work trying to convert a brick walled "basement" type space into a sealed, non dusty, presentable, layout room. When it comes time to do the brick ends of the room, point the brickwork before you paint. You will save HOURS of work and end up with a much nicer finished wall. Even including the time to point the brickwork, it took 1/2 to 1/3 the total time to go from raw brickwork to a completely sealed wall. Of course i was 3/4's of the way through doing the walls before i worked this out. 😂 I am a big believer in making the layout room look well finished and as professional as possible. A) it makes a space much nicer for you to work and be in. B) Visitors 1st impression of a layout is the room and its access. Positive or negative, the 1st impression will colour how people look at the layout.

[@eugeniomarins2936]

Dear Sir, Congratulations! I was 45 when i bought the apartment i now live in, me first and probably last, but i like it very much. I only have space for a 2.1x1.1m layout on a plywood board, but it if fun enough! Cheers from Brazil! Bloody hell! An obviously capable and brilliant man like you will be employed in no time. Good luck!

[@jamest.3268]

Hi Richard, congratulations on getting your new house, and your new job. A long journey ahead to get things the way you'd like them and great to hear that Everard Junction will be back. Looking forward to seeing how you progress the build with the extra space now at your disposal All the best, James

[@little_britain]

Congratulations! So glad to hear your dreams coming true. I really look forward to your loft renovation and your new railway. Cheers from Ontario - Oh, just heard the last bit - best of luck with the new job, hope everything works for the best.

[@ClydebridgeStation]

Congratulations Richard, on buying a house, and good luck on the renovations. I inherited my parents house, so I'm in a different situation to you, but having your own home is a great feeling! Also, great to hear you've got yourself another job, and hope it gives you years of enjoyment, challenges, and even money! And, great thinking to NOT glue down the buildings, as that'll save you time and money, when building the new layout, which I look forward to seeing. As regards the accurascale Mk2, this may just be the way the camera has picked it up, but I think the windows look better on the Accurascale one, compared to the Bachmann one. I've two Accurascale coaches on order, to replace the Lima ones, on my trans pennine train, so I'll be keen to get those going! In the meantime, please, take care of yourself, enjoy your new house, and layout, and we shall see you soon!!

[@MrAsBBB]

Congratulations. Great to see you back. Looking forward to the journey. Try not to get overloaded with work because you will find you will have the chicken and egg issue. You may need to get your lighting below the ceiling sorted before putting a floor over it. Also I want to see how you will get your layout through a loft hatch. As you said don’t rush and plan, plan and plan. Enjoy. All the best.

[@R1door]

Oh wow... speaking of a roller coaster... Wish you all the best with your endeavors Richard! The channel has been a huge inspiration for me and I can't wait to see what you come up to next! Keep it up!

[@debbiemilka2251]

Hullo Richard, A grand hip, hip, hooray on your new home purchase. Well done ! I sorta knew that your previous layout was in the attic, but your super effective scenery and most capable backgrounds make it appear to be more substantial than you let on. Your filming techniques are top sort and give me great visions of an expansive main line. I positively love your station platforms. Awesome attention to detail and spot on lighting effects. Keep up the good work. Always barracking for you !

[@travel_nation]

Congratulations, can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings and hopefully farce insurance will live on

[@crabbersuniquescalemodels9996]

Excellent news on the house Richard nice one! Sorry about the job, you were very proud of it and rightly so. Glad to know you're sorted with a similar one. I think any employer will be lucky to have someone with you're skills and talent. Looking forward to seeing progress on the new layout but all in good time! From one mechanic to another best wishes. Crabbers.

[@melkitson]

Had a layout in a similar loft in the UK. So pleased that I retired to Portugal where my loft already has a full stairway and a concrete floor. It makes a difference I can tell you. You will probably spend as much on your loft alterations as I spent on my entire house.

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Nice update Richard. Congratulations on the house purchase! the dream has now become a reality. It will be sad to see the current layout go but as long as things can be saved from the current layout then that's all good. Glad to hear you have found a new job and I wish you all the best for the future. Looking forward to seeing the loft conversion. - Nicholas.

[@grenfellroad8394]

So sorry to hear about the job, but really pleased you’ve found another, hope that works out. Well done on the house purchase, that was a surprise, I really hope the future works out well for you, and the layout rebirth is a great project. All the best 👍

[@grantjohnstone9787]

I have just (finally) bought a home and what was once a pipe dream of making a model railway might finally become a reality, I'll be looking here for inspiration. Congratulations Richard!

[@frank27a]

Congratulations on your first home, I’ve been following you since you built the Diesel refuelling depot on the old layout and have not missed an update nothing like buying your first home. I remember moving in and having nothing but a sleeping bag perched on top of some old settee cushions. It’s always great to have projects to look forward to, to complete my home we only need a re-roof (Hornby heaven begins) and the corridor’s to be painted. Taking your time is for sure the best way, nothing worse than doing something and coming back to it.

[@HighFell]

Roller coaster and a half! Great news on house, suboptimal on job particularly owed money but with your obvious skills and attention to detail, you will always be in demand and make sure you are not shy in commanding the remuneration you are worth. EJ has been such an inspiration to me although I am no where in that league. Hope that EJ continues to deliver some relaxation and enjoyment as you push forwards with new projects 😁

[@coldwarmotors]

Congrats on the new house! Very happy for you... Looking forward to seeing the new layout come together when you have time... I do hope that the best scrapyard on YT makes it to the new place! All the very best from Canada...

[@daveharriman2756]

Congrats Richard, yes a big step but exciting news.I would definately be following your progress, either railway or house related, best of luck with the new job!

[@peterells1720]

Good luck with your new home! I first saw Everard Junction when you were taking apart your previous layout with the "spirals". I've looked forward to every episode since then, from the building of the tables to the present. I look forward to seeing your new layout develop over time.

[@simonhodgetts6530]

Congratulations on your new home - and commiserations on the job front. I am sure that both will work out well for you. I look forward to seeing your new layout - and thanks for the brilliant content so far!

[@dilwich]

Good luck with the new home Richard i'm looking forward to going on the new layout journey with you and fellow subscribers.

[@stevewoodard527]

Well done on the new dwelling! Moving your present beautiful layout to preserve as much of it as possible will be an interesting (if daunting) task. I've been following you for the past several years and have been blown away with your expertise. Best going forward!

[@JB-ud6vm]

Congratulations, I dont comment on your videos often but I watched every upload in recent years and I am glad you were able to fullfill your dream. Wish all the best.

[@newburyg]

Congratulations Richard. I'm looking to buy in the next year or so and your future videos will help when I get my layout up and running.

[@martinbateman2467]

It’s amazing how many of us have probably bought a house to suit our hobbies…I know I did. It had to have a cellar or loft for an indoor layout and a garden for a garden railway. I also wanted a big garage and my wife wanted space for her piano and a hobby room. I made a suggestion about velux windows, I’d add to that and recommend making provision for anything else that may go on the roof such as PV panels or vacuum panels for hot water if at all possible and avoid any disruption to the layout

[@johnboren8928]

I had trouble convincing my spouse that the "living area" was a good, thick roof to protect my basement layout!

[@MarkN67]

Totally agree with you, the one thing i was looking for when buying my new house was somewhere to keep all my dive kit, where it can be washed and dried and stored securely.

[@roystudds1944]

Congratulations on our house purchase. What a great opportunity to develop a new future for yourself. Most unfortunate that the company went bust up how lucky to fall on your feet so quickly with another job. Also great that you haven’t got to dismantle Everard Junction straight away. Look forward to seeing your progress as and when you have the time to share. Thanks for the motivation you have given to me and others on your journey. Roy.

[@vincenthuying98]

Dear Richard, congrats on the new house! Very interesting how you showed the current state of the loft, even though the lighting was kind of illustrative for the attic’s condition. Even though you may be able to remove the chimney breast from the roof yourself, it may indeed be worth it to have it done by a professional. Just for the fact you said the house was built somewhere in the 50s, also get the chimney checked for a possible asbestos liner, before you start taking it down. From the shots you’ve shown to me it’s obvious that over the years the chimney has been repaired several times. Especially the moisture lines at several regular intervals may indicate a liner of some sort is present. This comment with the sole intention to just be prepared. Anyhow, enough of that, love the plans you’ve so far laid out. Definitely agree the house is in need of some TLC. Just take the time as you always do. With the dedication and commitment you’ve shown to put into your model railroad, I’m sure this house will receive the attention it deserves. Am curious for the construction work you announced especially on the attic space and most importantly the attic floor. Definitely am aware your channel is not a ‘building channel,’ nevertheless where in this case such work forms the foundation of your new layout, it will be as interesting as following your layout vids. Cheerio

[@pacificcoastminiatures]

Congrats on the new home! Definitely would be interested in seeing how you setup your modelling room and then the loft. The videos don't need to be too polished - just sharing your journey to getting started on the new layout is enough.

[@MM-vt1ir]

Good to hear of your new home Richard 🏡 Nothing like a fresh start of your own. Not so good for the work front though, sorry to hear that buddy. Looking forward to seeing your progress with the new plans with another layout 😊 I'm sure your gathered knowledge and experience picked up along the way will shine forth. Take care and above all - Enjoy. Iain

[@joeb2224]

Congratulations and good luck in your new house! Keep on supplying the videos. It will be interesting to see a model railway appear literally from scratch, just remember...no MDF!!!

[@richardandrews6754]

Best of luck with the new house Richard.

[@TheNorfolkThunderbolt]

Congratulations on your house. Our thoughts and blessings are with you during your difficulties. I’m sure that things will work out ok, as they often do with a bit of fortitude, and a bit of patience. Remember, when things are tough, reach out to the community to have a bit of a vent, (it’s amazing how cathartic this can be!) and I’m pretty sure that many well wishes will come your way. God bless.

[@JamesPetts]

Congratulations! You must be very pleased at having a house of your own with a delightfully huge attic. Your parents were very patient letting you take over their attic with your impressive creation! If you might ever possibly want to automate your layout (e.g. to have different trains running from the fiddle yards on rotation), do make sure to put in plenty of occupancy detection in at the early stages, as it's much harder to add later. Also, a few fragments of information that I came across about how a scrap yard in the 1980s that was situated next to a railway line was operated might interest you. Cars were fully dismantled, the doors were taken off and the electrics and engines were removed. The shells were taken off site for crushing and selling on. The car doors, engines and parts would be retained and had to be stored securely. The car doors were stored in a particular part of the site. Different parts of the site were separated using corrugated metal sheeting. The part of the site used to store car doors was not the part of the site generally accessible to customers. A small space was left in the corrugated iron fencing to allow the owner access to the area where car doors were stored. Very best wishes for your new house, job and layout!

[@mikewhitchurch387]

Congratulations on the house purchase, a new direction and exciting times ahead. I'm glad you future proofed Everard Junction and look forward to seeing it's gestation and adaptation. Re future videos, yes, concentrate on anything house wise which impinges on railway modelling, if of course you have the time!, we don't really need any more videos of how to knock a wall down/plaster a ceiling/fit a bathroom, kitchen or suchlike! Wishing you all the best in your upcoming adventure.

[@dermo2013]

Congrats Richard and best of luck... a new house with a blank canvas of an attic to build a new layout in... you lucky sod... I'm so jealous 😂

[@jp-i]

Congratulations Richard on the new house and the new job! - Although, sorry to hear that you got stung on the O/T. I have to say, from a purely selfish point of view, that I was starting to worry about where the layout would go next as it is practically done. I remember the excitement that I felt when you decided to pull up the old layout and start again some years ago. It has been a pleasure to watch you further home your talents on this version, and I am excited to see EJ version 3 appear in the new house. Given your meticulous attention to planning, building, and finishing, I'm equally excited at the prospect of loft and workshop fitout videos as well. More power to your elbow, sir!

[@bidgooj]

All the best in the new house and with the new job. Really enjoyed watching you over the years building the layout. So hope you get back onto your feet soon so we can all enjoy the new build. With those practical skills of yours I am sure it wont take too long despite the slight set back with the old job.

[@janeswift9961]

Wow it seemed just like yesterday when that first model railway got ripped up! Glad that you will have so many buildings etc that you can save. Congratulations on the house purchase, good luck with everything! Wow and that final bombshell! That could have ended the dream, but so glad that that you seem to have things in place. I hope that things settle down now and that you have a stable and dependable situation now. Kind regards - Peter