Looking forward to seeing your new project come together. We'll be watching here at Hornby Magazine HQ!

Half an hour of railway destruction, bet you felt like Dr Beaching

Sad to see the great old layout go but really looking forward to see what you make

I'll miss the Old Everard Junction. I've enjoyed the video's throughout the years. Everard Junction has given me some great ideas for my layout as I build it. I look forward to new Everard Junction Layout Journey.....thanks Richard for a great layout and video's. I hope Hornby does another update when you have complete the new Everard Junction layout... regards...John

Exciting times Richard, sad to see this one go, it's one of the best around KZfaq, but I agree it's the right time, and you've learnt a lot about the long term issues of some materials. Really looking forward to seeing the new layout appear from the ground up, and now you've cleaned out some of the junk there's lots more space. Keep up the great work mate, whether it's the layout, tutorials, or the cars, you're a joy to watch and always very informative towards people of all knowledge and skill levels.

I was devastated watching this 5 years ago, I had been watching you for many years before this and loved feeling almost apart for its growth. back then you were just a disembodied voice, and as such my investment was purely in the layout and not the person making it. 5 years later. I've just watched the station take shape, on layout Mk 3 (I think) the first few shots of the station in that video blew me away with how good it looked, and reminded me how much enjoyment you bring to us all. Thanks for sharing your hobby for all these years.

Feel as if I've lost a friend! Looking forward to the re-birth. Best of luck.

This came just as I began to build the baseboards for my brand new layout. Your videos were the first I watched back when I was working on my old layout with my granddad who is no longer with us. The layout will be named after him "Raymond junction" My new layout will be bigger better and like yours, work. Hopefully we can both build the layout we want in the next few years. Thanks for all your videos and here's to the new layouts

Please video every step you take in renovating your loft and creating the new layout, I know regular uploads are hard but I'd love to see every inch of this revamp

Farewell to the (now) old Everard Junction. I spent many weekends exploring your beautiful country on British Rail when I was stationed there in the early 90s, and your layout brings back many fond memories. Looking forward to watching the new layout come to life.

The positive side to this is that we get to see a whole series of new videos on building a railway from scratch. I can't wait!

WOW ! To stop a mole hill becoming a mountain ! I have watched you build your layout for some years now. I have loved every video you put out. Now I get the chance to watch from the beginning again. As you said it was hard to make the decision so the mole hill had to go. Good luck Richard I for one will be watching every video.

Like many others have said - sad to see the old layout go and thanks for all the tips and advice over the years. I too have had similar experiences with my first layout being built on a recycled base board and housed in an un-insulated garage (too cold in winter and too hot in summer). Now I have converted the garage (fully insulated and heated) and have proper sturdy base boards. For me de-railing is a thing of the past, so think you’re on the right track to insulate and start again! All the best for the new layout - and now looking forward to seeing your new ideas and layout.

OMG!... All that work and now you're having to start over!... A brave decision and I wish you the best with the new layout... It'll be interesting to watch the progress!

the fist video I saw from your channel was when you completed the junkyard, iI saw that video during the COVID time 2020-21. and in 2023 I reconnected again with you channel and started to see all video since my first video. Today on Oct’23 I look on your first videos and I find this one that surprise me about how you take this hard decision, and looking today was the right one. I really love you videos. cheers from 🇨🇦

Richard, what have you done? Everard Junction was THE benchmark I have tried to emulate in small parts; now you're raising the bar!

giant rips trough contryside! hummmm sad to see this go but look forward to the new progress and watching right from the start! good luck richard

I only recently found your video's, but watched almost all of them now. Then saw the one today about the rebuild, and that it is a great opportunity to add more videos again. Certainly the new knowledge you bring in to it and starting from the beginning will make for a unique new series. Best of luck!

I'm torn, on one hand devastated! Loved your layout and looked forward to each video. On the other hand, you can see you'll have even more problems over time. Looking forward to the future layout! Can't wait to see what your planning. Man that took guts!

I was so excited to check out the video to see what was coming next to the layout. After I picked myself off the floor it started to make sense as to why you were doing it. The plans you have for the loft will make it nice to work and play. I remember on many of your postings I have heard you say it’s too hot or cold to be up there. I will tell you I couldn’t watch the whole video I wanted to keep the memory of the trains running instead of you tearing it apart. I am looking forward to the new layout until then I can always watch the old videos. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you.

I came to your channel about a year ago so I'm very much looking forward to watching the new one from the ground up in real time. Certainly shows the value of having things only as attached as they need to be!

I've just watched this on the walk to work I was only saying to the kids we haven't seen a video from you for a while. It must of broken your heart making that decision but you will be back bigger and better. thanks for all the inspiration you have given me on building the layout

Thankyou for allowing us to visit your loft and enjoy the layout with you! When trains won't run it quickly saps any fun out of the hobby, so I don't blame you in making the decision to restart. Best of luck with it, and thankyou again for sharing :-)

OMG! Having just discovered this a few weeks back and loving going through every episode you made the layout is no more. I don't have a layout apart from in my head, planned for the future. That stunning scenery I would be so proud of. Shocked. Must be so hard to destroy years of work. I have noted your list of errors! But better things await. Best wishes for the new layout and will be watching as fascinated as before.

What a shock ! Watching your videos has inspired me to start my own shed layout, now I realise how much time and effort and planning goes into building a layout, not to mention money.Can't wait to see what your gonna do. Chris.

I am actually crying, for gods sake depression! Its a painful thing that I know all too well, damp wood and MDF. Sad to see it go.

Looked like some sort of bad science fiction movie with that hand taking all the cars, houses and people away. Sad to see the old layout go, but also excited for the even bigger and better one. Thanks for all the hints, tips and ideas you have given me, I have used many on my layout.

While slightly freaked out by the destruction, it was fascinating to see bits of the layout you'd never normally see. Good luck with the new project.

Sad to see you old layout go as watching you you over the last 3-4 years you have given me lots of tips and help with my own. Will be looking forward to e start of your new layout. Good luck and warm wishes in all you do phil

😭 Old layout gone, Your secret alias revealed, new layout on the cards... More cliff hangers and drama then the walking dead! Best of luck, regards Richard

Good luck with it all fella. I discovered Everard Junction a few years back when, frankly, I was going through the mill and in a funny kind of way it became a sanctuary/retreat and saw me through, especially as it reminded me of my 80s childhood and trips to "town" (London) with Dad and Network South East. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Everard Junction is dead. Long live Everard Junction.

Epic stuff! Spent many happy hours watching your videos on this layout - sad to see it go, but have every confidence in you to build something even better!

Sad to see so much work taken down; however, I can understand your logic. Wishing you lots of luck (and patience) on the re-build. Very much looking forward to seeing the developing story. Cheers!!

So sad yours was the first layout I saw followed you virtually from the beginning good to know your keeping the name I don't get to see many railway layouts over here in oz so watching yours and others on you tube helps with ideas I am just starting to get back into the hobby after a number of years away and like you I also have a classic car on the go mine is a 1974 hq holden monaro by General Motors Holden it's about 50% done good luck with the layout and car look forward to more videoed cheers alan

Hi Richard, love going back to some of your older videos, especially these 3 which show the destruction, the chat video and then the start of the new layout. I like how you narrate your videos, seem a nice guy, bloody good at what you do, always want to learn, better your skills and I like your passion behind your hobby. Yours are the only channel I have notifications set up for... and I don't even have a train layout 🤣It is definitely more about the builds for me. Anyway, hope you are doing well, bud. Lee, Derby.

I don't think I know a model railroader who hasn't done this at least once, and the ones who haven't are still building their first in preparation of a total tear out and redo in the future. Tough but wise decision on your part...Kudos to you. Regards, Solomon

Good luck with the Renaissance Richard, I'm in the early stages of building my layout and your videos have helped me massively.

I'm sad to see your hard work being destroyed but also very happy more videos of a new layout coming. I've enjoyed so much watching all your videos, it's really inspirational such an incredible amount of detail you have put in. Thank you

I started watching when the tunnels and hills was being built, got A bit teary eyed when they was ripped up. Looking forward to the future.

Watching you deconstruct reminded me of Bridgeton Central. I worked trains into there as a guard in the 80's. All gone now. In fact, I was probably the last person ever to board a train at Gallowgate. Bloody driver left me behind and I had to run up the tunnel.

Great thing is because you have been kind enough to share it all with us you have a brilliant archive of this layout.

End of a era in one way, start of an era at the same time. As much as it saddening to see this go it's drawn upon a vast amount of ideas and prosperity for the future layout. Keep up the good work, looking forward to see Everard Junction 1.0.

That's awesome. You inspired me to create my own model railroad. I can't wait to watch your progress. Thanks for all the advise you have given. From down under in Australia. Thanks again Sam

It can be depressing but the possibilities are endless and with an increase in your knowledge base we look forward to seeing what you have in mind. Best of luck!

Wow, brilliant, I just discovered your videos in the past few weeks, and I have to say you put the most detail in all your videos. I am in the early stages of starting my first layout and have learned so much watching, I look forward to watching your progress from the beginning please document as you go I'm interested in seeing your ideas to make the bench work warp proof, as that will be where I'll be at soon!! I loved this layout sad to see it go, but look forward to what's coming.thanks for your dedication!,

i knew exactly where this was going after the opening dialogue. I am sorry to see the layout, and all of my inspiration go down the pan. But a new layout emerges and I absolutely cannot wait to see what you manage to concoct!! Thanks for the visa so far, please don't stop now!

A brave decision to make. I have enjoyed the videos over the last few years and look forward to the new layout and all the hints and tips that will come with it. I'm sure it will be a good journey

Loved watching the build of your layout and sad to see it go. I know your new ideas and vision will be a great new layout and can't wait to see what you do next. Thanks always for sharing with us all that you do.

Must have watched this four times now... The new layout is really coming along, great to see! Joachim

Glad to hear your keeping well Richard. Massive shame to see the layout go but a wise choice. Looking forward to seeing the new layout ofcourse. All the best

From The Netherlands I'm following your vids quite a while and I have a great respect for your decision to rebuild your lay-out. A tremendous job, but at the end it will give you more satisfaction. Keep up the good work..!

Enjoy all the work with the new layout!! I'm looking forward to a new epic journey when you build all your ideas and dreams :) Henrik, Denmark

hi Richard, benn watching your videos for about five years now and have learned so much thanks and look forward to learning more as you progress with the new layout - Bob

Gutted! I've been following the development of this layout for years. I've really enjoyed each of the videos and learnt a lot so much, so to see a screwdriver tearing through the scenery is very sad indeed. I will of course be chopping at the bit to see all of the future videos and the birth of Everard Junction II. Keep up the fantastic work!!

You made the correct decision. I have worked on a couple of different layouts, and when you have an issue with the wood, it is time to start over. A large layout I worked with had expansion issues in the Texas heat. The portions we built in winter grew to the point during the summer that we would walk into the layout barn and find derailed locomotives spilled on the floor.

Part of the fun of the hobby is reconstruction using newly gained knowledge and better design. Good luck! I will look forward to the new layout videos.

Yes, a little sad but I'm excited to see the new layout! Sounds to me like you're excited as well ! Best wishes from Athens, Georgia USA.

I discovered your videos last year and watching them has rekindled my interest in model railways. They are by far the best videos upon the hobby there are be wise you explain what you are doing and how and why with clarity. They are fascinating viewing to me and will help me when I finally get to make a payout of my own. Well done with all you do. I can't wait to see the new layout develop. RB

Wow, that was a brave decision my friend. But, we all need a change every now and then. I was telling my wife the same thing just the other day. One of my teeth is still a bit loose but the swelling in my jaw is going down a tad now. Carry on with the rebuild and we will be following along to see the progress. I Can't wait to see what you have in store for us. Good luck! Cheers, Dan

Its amazing seeing this from 2023 and not having it at the time, how the new layout rose from the ashes of this to become a thing of beauty.

Sad to see it go ,you have certainly helped a lot of people with your videos including me ,look forward to seeing the new layout progress cheers Kevin

Absolute nightmare, baseboards are the most important aspect it would seem. Half gutted for you but then again half delighted as the new layout will be years of experience and a wealth of new ideas from a very competent modeller, Keep us all up to date with your marvellous videos, the suspense between vids will be tough going.

Richard, I have been watching your videos only recently, last 18 months or so. I must say your modelling, scenic and crafting skills have been inspirational. Like many others have stated, I too enjoyed the layout and I will definitely miss it. It was so sad to see the scenery and track work being dismantled. The layout is dead, long live the layout! I am sure the new layout will be equally inspiring and perhaps to a new generation of modellers. It also gives opportunities to exploit new advances in wiring, point motor and accessory control. Looking forward to seeing the forthcoming videos of the new layout as it begins to form. Good luck and waiting in eager anticipation.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas with us again. So sorry to hear of the difficulty with the base boards. I'm sure with time and patience you will decide on a plan of action and absolutely nail it. Your video library is testament to your creativity and I thank you for sharing it with us.

Enjoyed watching your layout develop over the years.Good luck with new one.

Can't believe it's been 8 year's Richard and I've enjoyed every minute of the build , so what's next ? , can't wait :)

Very best of luck in the new build! looking forward to seeing what you come up with. Joe

Your dedication,patience and skill never cease to impress,I look forward to seeing your wonderful future works

Looking forward to seeing the progress of the new layout, brave decision after all the hard work! Good luck with it all. I will be following your videos 👍

I've havent been a viewer of your channel for very long but became so fond of you're layout. sad to see this one being taken apart but can't wait to see what you build next

My heart dropped when you explained what happens in this video; however, I know your rebuilt layout will be outstanding and I am staying tuned to see the progress.

So sad to see what was a fantastic layout to be ripped apart. You have been an inspiration many layout builders both old and new. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us next!

As a person who has been only modeling for a few years to see eveard junction getting pulled up is beyond jarring! cant wait to see the new layout but this really feels like the end of one of the best layouts OO had to offer. best of luck mate..

It takes a brave man to undertake such a task .Best of luck and I cant wait to take this journey with you.

Wow! End of an era. I can't wait to see your new ideas and plans coming to fruition. Good luck getting it all done! :D

Everard Junction was my insperation to getting into model railways and I have followed your videos for the last 2 years , I am sad to see the layout go but in turn happy that your doing a rebirth of it , looking forward to following your progress into the future keep up the great work

Always loved you work! I just dismantled my layout and like you, I kept all my trees, rails, points, houses and so on. I actually enjoyed taking it apart as I uncovered some mistakes I did in the past. My layout was built on pine for the structure, plywood for the base, and a 1.5-inch thick foam board on top of it which allowed me to nail my cork easily at the beginning before I glued it on the board and fixed the rails with nails. I just had to buy thicker and longer spring wire for the tortoise. I lived in Florida at the time and my layout was in a garage with 90% humidity and temperature going up to 105F in the summer. I kept my layout only for a year and a half before I moved to California so it did not have time to warp I guess. I saw that some people use only the foam board directly on pine and glue little plywood plates where they have tortoises. I might try that next time as drilling through plywood is a real pain.

OMG. You've reduced a grown man to tears. I've grown up with this layout. Its De-Construction was on a par with looking at that line up of Deltics at Doncaster receiving the last rights. But i must admit, that lower fiddle yard did remind me of childhood visits to the Bem Bom brothers amusment park Margate, and rides on the original roller coaster.'The King is dead, long live the King'. Good luck with the next layout Richard. Thanks for all the informative vids down the years. Much appreciated.

Can't wait to see what you have planed for the new layout! Great choice btw

Real shame that you need to change on one front but as you quite rightly say, a great opportunity for a new start. Good luck! On a selfish note, as a recently retiree just coming into railway modelling, I'll be fascinated to see your future videos hopefully showing (probably again in some cases) exactly how you build and then operate it. Thanks again for giving us the opportunity to watch and learn.

Hi Richard, that must have a very hard decision to make, having achieved so much along the way to what , was for me at least, the most enjoyable making of any model railway I've ever followed, the tips on how to and show it being done has been absolutely fantastic and by the way, to actually be doing all this and to make your wonderful videos at the same time to show us all what stages you are at, fantastic, I stumbled upon your videos on KZfaq purely by accident a long time ago and have watched and watched ( some many times over ) a big thank you from me and I'm sure from everyone who follow you on KZfaq, good luck with whatever method you choose to use for new baseboards, I for one will be watching your progress as and when you post your updates, all the best to you and those familiar hands, Geoff

Best of luck with this Richard. It's going to be like waiting for a new series of a favourite tv programme - I can't wait see see what you do.

I am really looking forward to seeing what you do next. It's sad to see this layout go but I can't help feeling the best is yet to come.

Exciting times ahead looking forward to following your progress, will miss the old layout it has given my son and so many good ideas.

Good luck with it all - looking forward to watching your progress.

I was just looking back at the Part 10 Scenery videos as I'm finally starting my own countryside scene. Been a long time fan since 2010, and I can't wait to see what you do with the new layout! Best of luck! -Bhanu

I hope your layout construction goes well, you were my inspiration to finally get my layout going!

Good luck on the new layout (adventure). Always looked forward to seeing your videos.

Totally understand Richard. I did this a few years ago but I'm in the process of moving house so everything had to stop again. I might get the layout finished when I retire!

Gosh, and welcome to the club. I have horrendous problems here in Uganda (Kampala Road). Learnt so much from your channel so thanks and looking forward to the next chapter. Cheers Jerry

When I first saw a new Everard Junction video, I was excited. When I saw the content, I was horrified. After your explanation, I think it's for the best. Looking forward to more videos of the new layout build.

Hi, You are and have been my hero since I subscribed to your channel years ago. I am totally amazed at your plans. It has taken you some while to build to where you are and the sped up film just shows how quick demolition can take. I think your decision is marvellous and obviously not an easy one to make. I do wish you lots of success in rebuilding. Good luck to you, my hero!! Best wishes. John Stubbington

A CrossRail video brought me here....but my friend I am truly impressed. You've earned a new subscriber (as well as going back over the old videos....). Can't wait to see what you have planned.

I've been waiting rather impatiently for another video and when this one came in I was very glad to see it. Good news/bad news situation here. We'll certainly miss this layout but at least this way we get to see you do it all over again. I'm looking forward to following your new journey Richard. Cheers Mike

I enjoy your videos. Am looking forward to what you come up with. That looks like a monumental task.

good luck with the new layout look forward to seeing the new videos

Wow Ive´watched all these from start to finsh ,As a beginer this has been a great way to learn and look forward to the next stage.

long time watcher, first time commenter. Can't wait to see what you have planned for the new layout. have enjoyed watching and best of luck with the new one. will be looking out to see it all grow again.

Knowing how much you put into that layout, watching you dismantle it was enough to make a grown man cry. Good luck with you new layout, something tells me it will be even better if thats possable.

I shall be following this closely, been watching this for what seems years...good luck with the new layout.