Layout Update Summer 2021

[@hellooohowareudoing]

Time to stop everything and watch another episode of Everard Junction!

[@TiberiusWallace]

I tend to make sure I've got a coffee and a biscuit.

[@moodyblue1964]

@@TiberiusWallace I take a bath, prop the computer on the washing bin and relax. Very enjoyable.

[@davidcann4329]

I am always just so gobsmacked by your efforts to achieve perfection, another fine video and some outstanding work going on your layout and rolling stock.

[@basscharenborg6441]

I abolutely agree

[@edwarwick8790]

Same here

[@thomasedwards5700]

Yep definitely!

[@gamescontrol9543]

Everytime I hear "I've changed the branch line" a part of my dies as its my favourite part of the layout. Then I see what you have done and agree with every single word you say, and the "new improved" branch line becomes my new favourite part!

[@NathanielKempson]

Everytime he says "i changed the branchline" take a drink XD

[@60MinutesOfMindfulness]

I know what I'm doing for the next 36 minutes 😃👍

[@nerdydbf]

I think what is most impressive is your ability to evolve the scene in line with your vision and skillset. You aren't afraid to reconfigure and repurpose previous work that cost you a lot of manhours as you know it will serve the layout better in the long run. A very commendable and inspiring attitude towards any project!

[@kwesicomedy3707]

It's the little things. The rust pockets on the freight wagons... True trade craft .

[@garyhodge7861]

This is like watching Grand Designs after fitting a flat packed kitchen - its good for humility! Fortunately, the work of a craftsman can be admired by someone with basic skills, even if they can't replicate it. This layout is stretching the boundaries of what can be achieved and is a pleasure to watch.

[@JC-oo9py]

Hi. Richard great as always mate can I ask what decoders you are using for the branch line?

[@anthonyborden2513]

Hey Guy I'm from the United states and I have say your layout is one of best I've seen on you tube better then the layouts here so much attention to detail incredible I look forward to all of you videos just to learn cant wait for the next episode keep up the great work

[@thescrapline4905]

Nice to see another update. Some great changes done to that branch line, made a huge difference! Tankers are a pain to paint and to get that look spot on.. I've got it covered in a recent silver bullet video, features how to create that heavy brown dirt effect that those and many other pieces of rolling had coated on them. Could be a good pointer when you come to do the ferry vans.

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers Tim, I'll have a look. Those vans are next on my weathering hit list!

[@Gus-jb8cm]

I've enjoyed watching this video. Your collection of engines is great. I'm more of a steam fan with my previous layouts mainly set in the 60's to early/mid 70's. Keep up with the great work Richard.

[@chrisdabeard8790]

The new cutting for the branch line looks so much better. I really like that you've raised the opposite side to match the height of the main line. It shows you're not afraid to rip up hours of work to make something better. Fantastic stuff.

[@bobkay9260]

I have said this before, and i have to repeat myself. Your attention to detail is totally outstanding and makes everything you show us a jaw dropping, head scratching journey. Thank you for the show!

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks Bob, glad you enjoyed it. More madness on the way! Cheers

[@TiberiusWallace]

I think the new tunnel bridge looks perfect. I do like the big open field overlooking it. It makes it feel more like the beginning of open country. and makes the trains going past feel further away.

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers, I needed some open space on the layout. I'm quite happy with how the field has worked out.

[@TiberiusWallace]

@@EverardJunction Mate, it adds a lot of scale, that bridge is a nice natural feeling segue into it as well. Photographing and filming opportunities over it are a nice bonus.

[@ianferguson256]

This might be a little sad, but watching this update has been the highlight of my weekend.

[@tracya4087]

its not sad it s just how it is at this moment in time , and time changes

[@markrobinson2278]

All I can say is “Stunning” I am a very new joiner to this world after many years of static modelling, 12th and 24th scale car building and war hammer figures! I haven’t read all of the comments on all of the Everard videos, but one thing that also adds to the videos, for me anyway, is the totally modest, while remaining so professional voice of Everard! You could do voiceovers for books! I could listen all day! As for the layouts, engine work, scenery, it is all just fantasmagorical sir! Hats off to the Hornby series!….. Let’s have an Everard Junction TV series too….. Please!….👏👏👏👏

[@ModelTrainOutsider]

Great work. Your attention to details and crafting always work so well together. Enjoyed seeing the EMUs and DMUs especially. The only hard part is watching previous videos and saying "man, that looks great," only to have to do a video a couple months later saying "I wasn't happy with that and didn't think it looked good." lol You like to play your audience. :D Cheers.

[@jontaylor1652]

I love the changes to the branch line, those DMU's now look very believable coming under the bridge.

[@ralphwest8156]

Wow the branch already looked amazing, but now it's even more functionally amazing ...great work ' and so too with the unenviable weathering detail ' ...between videos, the anticipation is like waiting for a U2 album release ...and when posted, it's certainly a corker '

[@ListerDavid]

That’s a massive improvement to the branch line there Richard. Any chance of a steam rail tour in the running section 😉.

[@leekerns5274]

Been watching a few years (from Florida) now, and with each episode my jaw flys open when I see the detail you achieve. You have such a talent it’s a shame you don’t have a warehouse to show off in. Keep up the wonderful work.

[@davidwelch6796]

I have no interest in model railways but the skills and craftsmanship that you display in your superbly produced videos have me hooked. I am delighted each time a new one is released on You Tube. Your attention to detail is beyond compare.

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks David, glad you enjoyed it.

[@darrenhillman8396]

Great to see a new update from you, Richard. Really like what you have sone with the branch line - looks a lot more realistic now. The addition of a juice rail (with section gaps, track isolation switches, traction return cables, (maybe even a substation…?) will be the icing and the candles on the cake! I worked on the railway (S&T Engineering) between 1977 and 2018 and have to say that yours and Mr Watsons (Dean Park) layouts are the pinnacle for “modern image” as regards getting the detail in place and then getting it right. Really enjoy watching the model progress. The new locos are a treat to the eyes, particularly the 47 and the 60. Pleased that you haven’t gone overboard with the weathering and have kept it subtle. But the dmu’s and that lovely 2-EPB are also worthy of comment. They really do look the part. As does the container train and stone wagons. I used to have a model railway many years ago (N gauge, 1969 - 1974 Western Region) but that is all packed away in the loft and is unlikely to see light of day until it gets sold off - other interests and life have got in its way, as they do. But, if I did have a layout, I would be happy if it was to the same standard as yours. Keep up the good work and I look forward to your next update! Best wishes from the Wirral.

[@trainmanbob]

Excellent work Richard. It never ceases to amaze me just how long detail and accurate work takes to complete. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Bob

[@ThePhosphater]

The branch line does look so much better now. A most enjoyable update.

[@Lennon6412]

Every time you make a change it always improves upon what was previously in place. I admire your dedication to continual improvement and I look forward to seeing it get even better. Fantastic. The reverse loop should mean a few freight trains can get down there which I think would 'justify' the branch not being axed under Beeching. Very nice

[@oyst]

Wow. Absolutely amazing! The branch line is incredible. Several of the shots from around the new area you made has so much realism in them. I love for instance the “no poll tax” graffiti on the bridge.

[@EverardJunction]

I've put "no poll tax" in a few places on the layout for that period feel. Cheers, glad you enjoyed it.

[@captainjohn787]

Looks like the fourth tank car from the front, last axle, has a burned roller bearing: the wheel slides along the track before it begins to roll. Love the grease, oil and grime --- you can almost smell it!

[@gregoryhale2202]

Hi Richard, what a cracking video, 36 minutes went by so quickly. It is one I can easily watch more than once. Will look forward to your build of the station. Cheers Greg

[@murrayhall908]

What can I say? "outstanding"? "Brilliant"? "Fantastic"? Yes all of these and more. Look forward to see the continuing development of this wonderful layout. Stay safe and well.

[@davidbarnes7]

What a great vid! Wonderful attention to detail, it's brave to admit you're not satisfied with a certain part of any layout, and then rip it out and start over. What about a disused/ deralict, halt of some sort along the branch? Kind regards Dave, from Southend on sea.

[@TanksForTheMammeries]

Your narration and video editing quality has gotten so much better. Your videos are always quite enjoyable, but now they're really fantastic. Well done!

[@AllensTrains]

Convincing cameo scene with the bridge. I think it was worth the effort to get it right! Thanks for uploading.

[@BasedStreetRacer]

Cheers from the USA! I don’t have any space or money to do this, I’m living vicariously through you. Unbelievable attention to detail

[@dodosrockinshow1195]

All of your videos are fantastic. I check every Sunday night just to see if you have uploaded a video. There that good. I learn something new from every one. Thankyou. Rich 👍

[@colossalbigfoot256]

Your flatbed cars look awesome. I like the fact you’ve used varying container sizes with some filled others not. Makes for a realistic look.

[@chrisseed4643]

Love my own layout and it's as good as I want and my abilities will let it. But this is a different league. Absolutely brilliant. Keep up the good work and can't wait for the next update.

[@markellis6413]

Great update. Love that you focus as much on freight as passenger stock. Branch line is a definite improvement. Your attention to detail is incredible.

[@daveharriman2756]

The branch line looks so much better, I liked the old version, but this one is at another level, as I was watching, the wife just happened to walk by, and said, "Is that a model or the real thing?" so I think you have achieved what you set out to do!, cheers, Dave

[@EverardJunction]

Mission accomplished! Cheers Dave

[@ashpitcher3]

Fantastic job on the branch line, you'd never know where the old line was. Blended in very nicely. Not my era but I really enjoyed seeing the work you've done on all of your rolling stock, particularly your repaints of your DMUs. Difficult schemes to pull off and you've nailed it. Looking forward to the next update, this one was thoroughly enjoyable to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@claydevotion]

I just love the era you’ve based this on. Takes me back. It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos and see your work, which is fantastic.

[@oceanfroggie]

Looking great Richard. Top class as ever. No doubt you'll sleep easier in the future knowing you achieved the changes. Enjoyed your channel over the years, learnt so much practical stuff from watching. Thanks

[@francis1247]

Wonderful update Richard, love the intro, the weathering you've achieved is tremendous and you are right, it's a pleasure to watch these trains go by on the layout. Your endeavour to realism and attention to detail is to be praised. Regards.

[@JKS62B50]

Great channel. A perfect getaway from everyday craze. Keep up the good work...

[@vincentnasuta1321]

Thanks Richard. I was starting to have Everard Junction withdrawals.

[@stumonkey17]

More brilliant work. Love seeing the updates and the quality of what you achieve!

[@TechyMantis]

Another great video, your attention to detail and prefection is amazing and always look forward to a new video.

[@whitemoor66]

Wow! Massive changes to the branch line, and hugely successful too. You have been busy!

[@timsully8958]

“Ah, a new Everard Junction video! I wonder what he’s been up to?” 🤔 My goodness, I was not expecting a whole new facelift for the branch line and reprofiling of the scenery as well as loads of cosmetic work to vast amounts of rolling stock! 😳 Those tankers look excellent and I see what you mean about more prototypical weathering with all the streaks from where the fuel is loaded and the variation from vehicle to vehicle 🤓 The job on the Yeomans is also an absolute winner. Love the rust dappling! I really liked that night shot you did with the train emerging from the branch by the way. Really shows off the overall effect really well 👏 As for the scenery: if you had said the old version wasn’t good enough I’d have said you were being overly harsh. But having seen the end product, I think you were maybe right! The relief profile of the land does look more blended in and natural, and the bridge is excellent though I think the old one was better than you seem to think! 😜 Really good tip about pre-ballast ing track before installing it under brides too BTW. Obvious when you think about it but not glaringly obvious until you’ve already gone too far! 😅 Just a little aside: I seem to recall there was a wee fiddle yard for the branch line (I think the end of it slipped into view right at the end of the video) so I that still linked up to the loop or abandoned now? 🤔 Great stuff mate, really enjoyed that. Inspiration for anyone that ‘oohs-and-ahhhs’ about whether to redo something they aren’t happy with 🍻🍀👍

[@JSC131]

Brilliant layout definitely one of best out there keep the videos coming really enjoyable.

[@andiscott8470]

Always amazed at how much you do and your results! All looking amazing, and I can't wait to see what's next... Great work!

[@GowertonParkway]

Immeasuarbly better as far as the branch line is concerned. Well worth your effort, and the return loop makes it a really diverse part of the layout now.

[@tabriff3832]

As soon as the branch-line appeared in the opening shots, I thought, "That looks good, really good". The penny didn't drop until you spoke. Excellent.

[@AVFCAM]

And…3rd comment now…these videos really are an enjoyable watch. The layout looks amazing, it’s crazy watching something already amazing looking even better when you change things…it never gets boring, it always seems to finish too quickly, even when you’ve made a really long video…they’re that enjoyable to watch! Really appreciate being able to live the layout through these videos! Loved the first layout, loved the second layout, loved the extension to the second layout with the shed…love this layout…it just keeps getting better and better! Thanks Richard

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it, more videos are on the way.

[@twowheelexploration9228]

Brilliant as always mate. I haven't had a layout for years but all I need to do is watch your videos and its enough to keep me happy and interested in the hobby. Well done.

[@GIJOEFAN-ys8gp]

You should have some allotments in that field as a bit of a nod to the old layout. And maybe a second road by the station (Magnorail or not) with an area to display your buses. As for the points in the station, I think some heavy weathering will take care of it.

[@ealingschoolofdrums3692]

Love this Channel. I stopped model railways when I got a drumkit in 1981. So I relive it all again through Everard Junction. Thank you !

[@meruliouslacrimens5154]

Brilliant! I used to drive the 416 / 415 units for network southeast in those colours and when we were driving them, they didn't have headlights either, so the bolt-on BR job was to fit all epbs with external lights. Trains look so much better with crews and passengers.

[@artursmihelsons415]

That new modified curve under the bridge looks better than old one! 👍

[@johnpetrovitz935]

The branch line “re-do” is excellent! A lot of effort! … but definitely worth it! Very nice! Fantastic weathering and painting!!!

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks. I'm very pleased with the weathering on the collection now. Still a few more to redo but I'm nearly there.

[@lindaoffenbach]

Wow, we've been following you for some years since somewhere halfway your former layout. This one is becoming such a profusely and an intrecately step up. The time, effort and eye for detail must indeed take ages, but it certainly is worh the endeavour. Also, your reweathering does indeed look much better we think (we always did have the impression that it was a tad much perhaps, but we had no reference since we're not from the UK). Fantastic work on your layout Richard; coming together fantastically !

[@NewJunction]

Peco will release the point you're waiting for the moment you ballast yours... 🤣

[@EverardJunction]

They announced that the project had been shelved a few months ago. They'd better not, hahaha!!!!

[@normanrowe2831]

Great update. We, as modelers, live and learn, don’t we? All the locos and rolling stock look great. I love all the passengers and drivers. We definitely need to populate our trains and layouts. I look forward to your progress on the branch line and the station. Thanks. See ya next time.

[@paulvetch8518]

Always fascinated by your work. I always thought the inverted black triangle as on your 416 denoted a DMU based on my limited experience travelling on 'thumpers' in south east London in the 90s but your I knew you wouldn't be making a mistake and now understand what it was actually for!

[@DJ_K666]

The Black triangle was to denote which end had the luggage compartment. It meant No brake van at other end of train and was intended to avoid delays caused by having to move mail bags along the platform.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Your detailing is amazing and the context of each scene is convincing.

[@Panzermeister36]

Great update! And I'm sure you know how it works in this hobby...since you committed to putting in that double-slip in the station, NOW you will see the Peco announcement of the bullhead version :)

[@EverardJunction]

Peco announced a bullhead version in 2017. I planned this layout anticipating its release. They recently issued a statement saying they were no longer working on it. I've kept my old one installed as a result. Perhaps I'll get the opportunity to change it in future. Cheers

[@ottovonbismarck2443]

About time mate ! But as they say: good things take time. And you certainly have delivered again. The branch line rework puts a lot of life to the scenery. Excellent.

[@coldwarmotors]

Always a treat to see what's happening... Great job on all of it as always! All the best from here...

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it

[@DJ_K666]

The 33 is looking good. Of course the Headcorn shows it doing a Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff train (usually a 33 and 5 mk1s) which we used to catch if we missed the Brighton to Cardiff train.

[@Rule1ModelRailways]

You've really outdone yourself with that track realignment for the branch, absolutely amazing!!!!

[@martinworrall5888]

I am not a railway buff but I have been watching your vlogs for a couple of years now and am very impressed with your eye for detail and your skills are improving very fast, very impressive well done. I eagerly await the next one 👍

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks Martin, glad you enjoyed it. More videos on the way.

[@martinworrall5888]

@@EverardJunction 👍

[@lonelysignalbox]

Always look forward to these videos need to grab a quick snack and enjoy

[@ASCIITerminal]

That scrap 31 body shell would make a good addition to the scrap yard!

[@47606odin]

I like the big empty field. I Hope you’re going to leave it as such. Give some openness and space

[@EverardJunction]

Yes that's the plan, it's nice to look across. Sometimes the simple ideas work best so it will say open. Cheers.

[@TheWanderer1000000]

Found this in my recommended. Watched the whole thing. Your attention to detail made me do a double take at the beginning. Great stuff!

[@johneyres3045]

Another excellent update. I see what you mean regarding the branch line. Looking at previous updates it did look a bit tight. The new version is much more convincing going underneath at a more realistic angle. Even though you mainly run DMU’s on the branch i can just imagine the odd freight emerging from down there such as a oil or stone like a typical ‘off the beaten track’ type freight working.

[@ewoodrailway]

Really good, the branch line looks so realistic, I'd like to see more of that magnorail system you've installed.

[@christopherhood9241]

super update, branch line is really coming along - really believe-able. i had often wondered what was happening with your station area, complete forget you mentioned in an earlier video about the point work.

[@Finnertoncentralmodelrailway]

It's all go lol keen on seeing the station area develop and love how the branch line has progressed.

[@robertsuper7451]

All the extra effort you put in the hard work really shows. Highly impressed in the high detail in scenery. Keep going looking really good. 😎😎😎😎!!

[@CairnieR]

Instead of binning the 31 body, would it not be possible to find a rolling chassis for it and turn it into a demic loco that looks like it has been withdrawn due to an accident of some sort with it being hauled within a freight train towards a major works like Doncaster or Swindon for scrapping? The layout is looking fantastic and amazingly realistic.

[@AVFCAM]

Yeah, even as a scrap loco for spares! Tarpaulin over the top, panels taken off!

[@johncourtneidge]

Magnificent as always, Richard. Thank-you! The revised Branch Line is a real star! The rest also!

[@Georgeasaurus2001]

Hia Richard love your work again, like everyone else. In regards to the earlier body style of the 31 with the disc indicators if you check flickr 31138/141 & 144 were all still kicking around late 80s in various states of decrepitude both with and without the orange cant lines so one in blue would fit ok, and your choice of 60062, a Cardiff loco, fits right in with the Thames valley vibe

[@garymennell2664]

Great work as always. Don't keep putting yourself down your model work is outstanding. I don't have a model railway myself as I don't have the room. I worked on the railways from 1976 until an accident forced early retirement in 1991 I can remember the class 60's coming into service at Tyne Yard. We used class 46 locos renumbered class 96... on some of our engineer trains. Would like to see some high capacity wagons with track on and some grampus or zhv's if possible. Not sure which engineer yard serviced your network south east area your modelling. Can't wait for your next update, running session or even your modelling videos. Gary from County Durham. 👍

[@EverardJunction]

Cheers Gary. I'm always on the lookout for more engineers wagons. Some turbots and grampus wagons will probably appear in future.

[@raymondrion6712]

Great job on your scenery work,and great job on your weathering on your tank cars and the nice paint jobs on your passenger csrs and your locos,I enjoy your videos great learning tools.

[@JamesSmith-mv9fp]

Mmmpph, you'll need a 3rd rail on the branch if you're going to use that 2EPB regularly ! (Peco code 60 bullhead rail, which I solder to brass nails as I found the Peco plastic "china" pots broke every time you clean the track !) One other problem with Southern 2 digit headcode stock, post 1964, is that you need two red blanks on the rear of the train, as the Southern didn't require tail lamps on Post 1951 design EMU's, from this date, which includes your blue EPB ! This does present a bit of a problem, if you are just shuttling and EMU back & forth !!! Two white blanks at the front of a train was normally only used for a short movement such as the platform to a carriage siding, otherwise a Numeric headcode was required. Indeed Bachmann didn't think about that... Your new layout is coming along nicely, happy modelling.

[@michaelbenton4117]

You have given me hope. Started my layout 6 months ago, track is nearly complete, But I find yours is something I have to work towards. Mick

[@davidblore3629]

Richard, another great video, enlightening as ever, but have to say painting the figures is hard, I know, think about doing it to N gauge, have done about 50 so far only another few hundred to do 🤣. Looking forward to the station developing, am at same stage awaiting your ideas to see what I can do.

[@mattp1337]

Amazing commitment to detail as always.

[@moba_noob]

rlly nice progress, especially regarding rollingstock and branch line. For the left over chassis, you could cut off one of the cab ends, paint it, weather it and set it in your junkyard.... Then the body could serve as a piece of scenery instead of rubbish

[@MDHGames]

I get slight NYMR vibes from the branchline curve, I really like the branchline section of track, it has to be my favourite part to see being worked upon!

[@darren25061965]

Always loved the NSE Livery, it would be perfect for a new Re-nationalised British Rail.

[@garthjunor3027]

Very much like the short grassed area to the right of the new branch line. Looks so much like a grazed area, with the fence being the dividing line between grazrd and non-grazed. Maybe a scattering of cattle, horses of sheep?

[@James-Akers]

Brilliant video as ever Richard, and my word haven't you been a busy bee. I'm loving the bridge and cutting, looks superb, not long till I begin my new layout at last. Keep up the excellent work as ever Richard and see you for the next one Cheers James

[@colbroon1975]

Outstanding work. Your videos always inspired me to get back to my layout.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✌️

[@EverardJunction]

Excellent! That's why I make the videos, glad you got back into it.

[@shed66215]

Nicely done Richard, like the 33 too. I've moved away from British n gauge now - gone over the pond so to speak and the variety of rolling stock available for US/Canada far outstrips what's available for the UK, even in N but there is a huge range of factory weathered/graffiti-ed products, comes with a cost I know but am a lot happier running these with Tier 4 Gevos, SD70s and Dash 9s than I was with having the 47, 56, 60 and 66s etc

[@tony2682]

Incredible Detail thumbs up on that...can I say my eye caught the lack of comms cable wiring you see at the side of the track and by the points.

[@djbmallaig]

Looking really good there. When you do eventually get round to the 3rd rail on the branch, how about also fitting a check rail to the inside of the curve? Possibly because you are looking down onto the brachline more so than the main lines above it, the curve - whilst looking much more realistic than before - seems much sharper than the main lines, hence it would benefit from a checkrail. By the way, what track are you using?

[@petee19]

Brilliant update, love the branch line improvements.Thank you.

[@EverardJunction]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I'm much happier with the branch, something never looked quite right before.

[@techauthor324]

I have been missing my Everard Junction fix. Not disappointed! Personally, i saw no problem with the old branch line but the new set up is very good.

[@oddsocks9064]

Thank you for a fantastic video. Your layout looks amazing. I recently started building my first layout and just finished the work on the baseboard. Looking at what you've created makes me feel excited and overwhelmed