Chandwell: A tour of my N gauge model railway layout

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Welcome to Chandwell! Chandwell is my N Gauge model railway layout set in a fictional West Yorkshire market town in 1993. It's been four years since I first introduced Chandwell on KZfaq, so this is an up-to-date introduction to the layout now it has had four more years of effort put into it.
In this video I show how the layout fits into my home, how it is wired, how the fiddle yard works, and give you a tour of the buildings that make up Chandwell the town.
Whether you are new to Chandwell, or whether you have been watching for four years - welcome to Chandwell! "It's not as grim as you think it is".
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@kinkisharyocoasters 10 күн бұрын

This belongs in a museum. No curator in their right mind would deny it

@Chandwell 9 күн бұрын

That's very kind! Thank you.

@andrewnorth4857 Жыл бұрын

Your self-assessment of your scratch-building is way too harsh. The buildings look amazing throughout. I love the graffiti and little details, like the missing "k" from "Market". It has been a pleasure to see your layout, thank you.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you - that is really kind.

@davidsheriff8989 10 ай бұрын

Clever use of space and makes a great change to see a curved layout......

@Chandwell 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@tinplategeektoo Жыл бұрын

"not as grim as you think it is" - brilliant

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

That's the best the Visit Chandwell Tourist Board could come up with!

@Fred-kz7xh 3 ай бұрын

An amazing place, Just setting out on building an N gauge layout and this has certainly inspired me with ideas.

@Chandwell 2 ай бұрын

Great stuff - have fun!

@parshakamarsh Жыл бұрын

Good to see that Shipley has contributed such beautiful architecture to your layout 😂

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

😂 I know, right!!? 😂

@ianjeffery4773 Жыл бұрын

It's so... small. Having watched you build so many buildings I had imagined an enormous layout. It all looks amazing.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Big thanks!

@AlvaroALorite 5 ай бұрын

You sir are an artist!

@Chandwell 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@TacticalTeapot Жыл бұрын

The layout sitting in that cabinetry looks utterly fantastic!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yeah, I thought that since I'd have to look at it constantly while I work, I really needed something that looked neat, so that was my first priority when I decided to make a layout.

@RokebyBay 3 ай бұрын

That’s really rather lovely. It’s wonderful to see so many local landmarks modelled. I particularly liked the new Beehive and Shipley clock.

@Chandwell 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, and welcome to Chandwell! More local building a to come. I’ve added part of Otley Road in Shipley, and am currently adding bits of Brook Street in Ilkley, but with parts of Otley mixed in too.

@olivier2553 Жыл бұрын

I am sneaky, I'll go and give a like to that 1st video of yours!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Nooooooooooooo! 😂

@anthropod888 Жыл бұрын

I found your channel 21 March. 3 weeks later and I've watched every video from the start to now. These are just wonderful and inspiring for my own n gauge plans. Thank you for showing all of your methods. Inkscape is so useful.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! I can't imagine what it must be like to watch all the videos in one big binge. Now you've seen them all, what is your favourite part of Chandwell?

@anthropod888 Жыл бұрын

@@ChandwellDefinitely how you've made it seem like a place that is truly alive. The graffiti, the adverts for other shops that you then make etc. Obviously the fake history makes for great KZfaq entertainment too but all those little visible bits could be seen in real life too and I love that !

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@andrewsaxton2421 Ай бұрын

Banging layout ! Morley lad here, I know West Yorkshire well, it’s bang on

@Chandwell Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@manofthehour6856 Жыл бұрын

I only discovered Chandwell last week, and its absolutely delightful. I'll be making a reservation at the Royal Scot for a week. I love the gritty realism and historic buildings, and it must be nice to ponder when you want to break from your work....just being an observer of life, and enjoy it. Thank you Michael. It's not only a pleasure to enjoy the finished product (if anything like this is ever finished), but also the brilliant tutorials that demonstrate construction techniques with common products rather than expensive and specialized hobby items. A heartfelt thanks for your videos! Best from the USA....

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, and welcome to Chandwell. You've made the right choice to stay in the Royal Scot. It's a bit more expensive than the Earl Chandfield (especially if you stay in Grants Tower), but well worth it. The Earl Chandfield has quite "tired" carpets and smells a bit damp.

@johnschutt9187 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Just thank you. You do excellent work. Thanks for taking us along and teaching us.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@legotrainchris 6 ай бұрын

Wonderful! The things you say are not perfect are still far better than I could do!

@Chandwell 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, that’s very kind!

@JohnHill-qo3hb Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work, you must have the patients of a saint...

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

It does take quite a bit! :)

@ZAKKANWAKKAR Жыл бұрын

Chandwell. Where everything is planned well, Where you never need to oversell, It meets our needs. Chandwell. Planning worthy of a Nobel, Where you can always say a farewell, To posh buggers from Leeds.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Oh I really did like this!

@cs5842 9 ай бұрын

Gobsmacked your buildings are really good, the nightclub rocks!!

@Chandwell 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@nicolaiitchenko7610 Жыл бұрын

WOW Four short years and this progress creating an entire (REAL?) market town! A truly amazing feat at this level of reality and most especially - cost Couple things stand out... As mentioned the cost is kept very very low but it is a cliche that the Scotts aare canny with their cash Secondly, there is a small error in the description of chimney pots and staircases as they are entirely astounding in their realism while claimed to be not so... The "broad brush" modeling claim is also questionable as I firmly believe I could walk through this town, recognize all the places, meet with other folk famously mentioned and enjoy the informative company of your famous tour guide, id only I could shrink down to 1:148th my current size. Thank you for this wondrful tour. I have been following for some three + years and loved EVERY one of your videos. You continue to inspire my efforts

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

That is really kind to say, thank you. You have been one of my most regular supporters and I value yuor encouragement every single week. I hope you realise how much energy it gives me!

@colinnewmarch1106 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant ,well done ,wow nightlife in Chandwell ,cannot wait

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to it!

@gagatube Жыл бұрын

The layout was good on its own - particularly in that bespoke cabinet setting - but the buildings, bridges and other items are wonderful. The results you get from cardboard, glue and paint are just astounding! 💯

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I also use printed textures rather than just paint, and I think they help the overall scene very much.

@TheHongKongHermit Жыл бұрын

The best thing you ever did was changing to a weekly update schedule. These Friday visits are a highlight of my week.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I sometimes worry I will run out of things to say.

@stukidson1207 Жыл бұрын

I remember the wiring videos . . . Can't quite get my swede round just how long I've been watching the channel . . . . Loved every minute

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you for joining me for the ride!

@garylong7599 Жыл бұрын

Michael interesting update video good to see the setting also watched first video, change so. Unchanged in four years. I also use the plastic pipe covers from Wikes for storing trains being similar in profile to your conduit but for 00 gauge are larger

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kinkisharyocoasters 10 күн бұрын

You're a fine artist. Sheldon Cooper would be obsessed with you. I dont think i'll ever do anything this intensive, i'm too lazy

@Chandwell 9 күн бұрын

:) That is funny! Thank you.

@jablot5054 5 сағат бұрын

Who's Sheldon Cooper?

@Chandwell 5 сағат бұрын

A character in The Big Bang Theory and Young Sheldon.

@CGngauge Жыл бұрын

Great to see. I love the design into the cabinets. I guess you're not planning on moving anytime soon!! :) Craig.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, I shudder to think what I'd do if we ever decide to move house!

@CGngauge Жыл бұрын

@@Chandwell Yeah.. I designed mine soo that I could move it.. (Good job as it move from Oz to US...) But right now, even though I'm still working on this layout, I'm planning another one in my head.. Again it will be able to move just because you never know.. BUT.. I do like what you have done with yours. You have actually inspired me to design my own world... Crosby Garrett is a real location, so the next one.. will be unique. Craig.

@DannySapko Жыл бұрын

Nice! That's gotta be Shipley Clock Tower

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

It certainly is!!!

@1dianep Жыл бұрын

Wow I love your buildings. I’ll have to go back and check out your previous videos now.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This video may be of interest to you. It explains a bit more about the overall look I am trying to achieve. 2022 in review and a look at what's coming in 2023 in Chandwell kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fqufY6qqnpbVZnU.html

@thegrowler-blackwoodngauge Жыл бұрын

4yrs of outstanding modelling Michael. I looked back and I've followed since February 2020 - that's when I found your channel. You should be rightly proud of what you're building - one of the best N Gauge layouts in the UK. Cheers Euan

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you, Euan. You have been an almost constant source of encouragement and a friendly word or two. I am always inspired by your own modelling too. Thank you for watching all this time. -Michael

@grahamwalker2312 Жыл бұрын

Michael, it's a thing of beauty. Something I really enjoy is how the story of Chandwell and it's buildings are still evolving. 👍Ps Really love the meticulous documentation of your electrical / track connections. Also, look forward to Brittany's tour and entertainment guide 👍

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@brucejohnston8510 Жыл бұрын

Looks fantastic layout cheers from Bruce.blenheim south island new Zealand

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you! That’s a long way from Yorkshire! 😂

@Leonard_Smith Жыл бұрын

May can't come soon enough! ❤ 🤣

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

I think you're Britney's biggest fan!

@Leonard_Smith Жыл бұрын

@@Chandwell That sounds a bit scary 😟

@johnboughton7451 Жыл бұрын

Been watching & enjoying your layout since you first started as I was going to copy it in OO

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you for joining me on my Chandwell journey!

@richardluckman Жыл бұрын

Superb.. and motivational for anyone who wants to get into the hobby.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@barryturner2916 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this tour Michael always a great delight to watch and see your layout grow, take care regards Barry.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome

@colint1855 Жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video, have been making recommendations to other to view your channel to see the quality and ideas. Keep the videos coming.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@Raysboss302 7 ай бұрын

This cassette system is genius! 😮

@Chandwell 7 ай бұрын

It works well.

@robturner3117 Жыл бұрын

Thumbs up, love your work

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@Collateralcoffee Жыл бұрын

Dude, to be honest, I like small details, but this proves again that the overall atmosphere is a huge thing. This is beautiful. I like the weathered trains. I like the perfectly captured rundown scenery. And to be honest the details that do not stand closer inspection: They are not an eyesore like other things in other layouts often are. Beautifully done, sir. Thanks for sharing!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@goffikgaming8636 Жыл бұрын

I have only just come across your channel and as someone who lives very close to Bradford and Shipley...and Otley (I live in Keighley), looking at the buildings I didn't need the real life pictures or where they are, I was saying them as you were. The buildings are stunning. The Shipley Market tower looks like you just shrunk the original. This layout is inspiring. Once my family grows up, I have already informed my wife I was to build a layout and I may be taking ideas from this. Amazing job mate. Now, I have some more of your videos to watch :)

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! If you enjoyed recognising the buildings, you may enjoy this silly video… kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mryHa7yF1paan4U.html Enjoy your layout once you have the space. Making buildings is my most favourite thing.

@quarryjunction-1969 2 ай бұрын

Great video. I started an N guage layout few years back, then sadley moved and never continued. However Watching this video aswell as a few others I have come up with a new layout idea and thank you for the kick I needed. New build to start June 2024.

@Chandwell 2 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Good luck!

@gwins12345 Жыл бұрын

Michael, You've done an outstanding on n Chandwell. The attention to detail is amazing.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@rodrigodelprat Жыл бұрын

The buildings look so good!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@benskiproductions Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed wacthing this. Definitely a nice n gauge layout

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@JK-zx3go Жыл бұрын

Lovely bit of modelling. Great work.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@joachimb5721 Жыл бұрын

Yes! This is fan-tas-tic! This is the kind of layout I always imagine doing. I hardly ever see that style anywhere: super-realistic, gritty urban city scenery with bridges and rivers and beautiful old city houses next to worn-down 70s monstrosities, self-built houses and bridges and roads... I love it!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, and welcome to Chandwell! :)

@ngaugefouroaksstreetstatio6932 Жыл бұрын

Marvellous, really enjoyed the story, it's a masterpiece.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I still dream of a layout like yours one day though!

@djrobi61 Жыл бұрын

Hey that is a really cool synopsis of Chandwell, enjoyed it immensely! Don

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thanks Don! I thought it was about time to do an intro for new viewers as much as old ones. Making this video took my mind off the Town Hall’s roof for a bit too.

@ullscarf 11 ай бұрын

I know that part of the world very well and he's nailed it to perfection.

@Chandwell 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@neilstephen6761 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed seeing your layout.

@Chandwell 2 ай бұрын

Cool. Thank you.

@Sheza58 Жыл бұрын

Has this won some kind of award? It's absolutely fantastic!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

No, it's won no award other than "Best model railway in the whole world ever" from my 7-yr old son!

@richardaldred2086 3 ай бұрын

What a wonderful little gem. Charmingly narrated as well. 👌

@Chandwell 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! Did you find this video from SmallPrint?

@richardaldred2086 3 ай бұрын

Yes, the link from Small Print at Menston.

@michaelchartres Жыл бұрын

Great layout with wonderful detail. I really enjoyed seeing it all. Regards Michael

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael.

@bobwatson2531 Жыл бұрын

I think i must have been following this build from its inseption,fantastic work,looking forward to the delightful miss Scroggins update.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@OOElectronics Жыл бұрын

I like your cost effective approach. The results are really excellent!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Thank you.

@PeckhamHall 8 ай бұрын

The buildings look great, the colours of them are superb. You have a good eye for realism. It makes me feel it would be worth having and go for myself someday on making a layout of my own.

@Chandwell 8 ай бұрын

I am pleased that the colours have worked out. It's tricky getting the pallette right over a long period of time, but I think it works. Go for it - start small and try a few things out. Good luck!

@KitplaneEnthusiast Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kite7214 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic modelling. Well done.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@greggjohnson621 10 ай бұрын

Such great storytelling❤ This is the first video I’ve seen of Chandwell. How delightfully charming. I’ll be watching more asap.

@Chandwell 10 ай бұрын

Thank you and welcome to Chandwell. Most of my videos are about making buildings but there are many which are almost 100% story. Look out for the Visit Chandwell Tourist Board films or the history programme about the Royal Scot hotel. My most recent one with a bit of story is this one. A dreary urban scene - finishing an atmospheric scratch-built model street scene kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ipljqNhp2ZmvZKM.html

@Captainpubwatch Жыл бұрын

A really lovely video Michael and despite what you say about the chimneys and downpipes your work is spot on! I can relate entirely to the main interest being in the buildings. I’m a lot newer to this, starting my very basic 8x4 OO layout in September last year, but I love the design and research element of the buildings. It’s fascinating and interesting to see how the finished article looks. One day I’ll get an unlisted video made and put the link in the comments - there’s no point my layout going public as it’s not that advanced and all the techniques are covered in other YT videos - especially yours which pointed me towards designing in Inkscape. Fortunately I’d used Inkscape before, and made ScaleScenes kits which was a big help too. Still loads to do but I like that as I want to be kept occupied for a long time. Cheers Michael and best for now 👍🏼

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I agree that there is loads of interest in researching the buildings. Please do send me a link to a video. Would love to see what you've been doing.

@Captainpubwatch Жыл бұрын

@@Chandwell Thanks Michael, it’s not the best made video but I’ve got round to it and this gives an idea. Still loads to do though! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpZgnathtc7QiI0.html

@thibaultfleuter941 5 ай бұрын

I just discovered your layout with this video. The tracks plan is really clever, you have such good possibilities of maneuvering or just let the trains go, and all that in a small surface. The buildings look amazing too! Honestly, well done! Has a great atmosphere!

@Chandwell 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Welcome to Chandwell!

@Beatlefan67 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely excellent. The buildings are exceptional. Well done indeed.

@Chandwell 2 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@roderickjoyce6716 Жыл бұрын

Chandwell is strangely familiar ... I live on Tyneside but make occasional visits by train to West Yorkshire for work. You've caught the atmosphere perfectly, and I love the wry humour - model railways as social commentary :)

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, and welcome to Chandwell!

@peteratkins7383 Жыл бұрын

very nice i like the details and its built into the cabinet, touches like the tree in the river are a nice addition

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@heleti0000 7 ай бұрын

Amazing detail in your layout - you should be suitably proud of your work 😁👍🇦🇺

@Chandwell 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@trainmanbob Жыл бұрын

The whole concept, the construction, the promotion of what can be achieved in N Gauge makes this, Michael, one of the best layouts on KZfaq. The shorter length of the videos coupled with what is within them is excellent. How often have we seen a video showing the construction of a grass embankment which runs for nearly an hour!!! I was amazed at the size of the layout, thinking it would be a lot larger, but then this is however what can be created when you are an expert in your field, and why N is so good. Thanks for the tour Michael, really enjoyable. Cheers, Bob

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob! The layout seems bigger because there are so many different vantage points to film from. I think because every road/river crosses the tracks and the layout at acute angles, and because none of the ground is flat, there's never really a clear line of sight from the front to the backscene, or from one side to the other. This makes it feel more like a town than a model.

@zenersmytok3619 Жыл бұрын

Your railway and all of the buildings are fantastic. I'm retired, and I only ever had the most basic of a model railway when I was a child, but seeing your complete set up makes me so happy.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

That is so kind of you to say - thank you so much.

@robertstorey7476 Жыл бұрын

The missing K in Chandwell Market was a highpoint for me. I was loving the grimness of it all but this just pushed it up to the next level. Well done!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Hahah! Than- you!

@phoenixjim0527 Жыл бұрын

How wonderful! Great work.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rikkistarrett307 5 ай бұрын

Watching that HST coast over the viaduct is a stunning scene. Amazing layout.

@Chandwell 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@mark_fox_music Жыл бұрын

Incredible work. Wow!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@FredWilbury Жыл бұрын

What dedication 😮 great layout and build .

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@georgethomas7814 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like Chandwell is done. You can enjoy running trains on the finished layout.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

There are still large areas undone. I have High Street to complete, the whole of Station Road, and then the industrial riverside area, Bakers Hill, and the patch between Charlotte Lane and the river, opposite T&C. So still about 5 years’ work, I estimate. I’ll enjoy trains then! 😂

@Elaine_Lincolnshireyellowbelly Ай бұрын

Excellent layout!❤

@Chandwell 20 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@grahammummery5732 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video! Brilliant layout!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SC68 Жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, enjoyed the video, great tour of your fantastic layout! Cheers Gary

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really enjoyed making this video.

@AemJaY Жыл бұрын

wow what a great layout and your work of detail is just stunning!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@timothyduncan3457 Жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, Nice to see the layouts background and progress, to date. It also looks like your model making skills have moved on in leaps and bounds! Well done. Look forward to the next update/progress video.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

When I look at my earliest work, I can definitely see places where I have improved! Roll on the next four years! :)

@OxleyCentral Жыл бұрын

love this layout and your buildings are just brilliant - such great inspiration

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@pauldelcour Жыл бұрын

I keep thinking I'm looking at an H0 layout. Absolute marvel the details on the buildings and even the trains look so good. N has come a long way. Your modeling skills are outstanding and good for you for using anything you can get hold of instead of just buying of the shelf.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rockyhudson3346 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic layout. Well done !

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jefwisse1957 9 ай бұрын

The buildings on your layout are the nicest I've seen. The look so realistic. It's hard to believe that the scale is 1:160. I'm gonna watch more of this channel. Greetings from the Netherlands.

@Chandwell 9 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I have really enjoyed making the buildings.

@TONYNORTHEASTERN Жыл бұрын

Its an amazing layout Michael. the attention to the detailing of your buildings is very realistic. what a creation my friend. and its all done in N gauge. pure Magic. best wishes Tony

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony. It’s an honour to have you comment here. Your layout is an endless inspiration to me.

@Yaco1804 Жыл бұрын

A great railway. I particularly love the reference to Shipley town market and clock tower. Well done. I’m about to switch to N gauge yours is quite inspiring.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@davidrauger Жыл бұрын

The layout is absolutely gorgeous!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jonathanpittock1447 5 ай бұрын

I absolutely love how you've captured the essence of West Yorkshire. I have no doubt what the market tower is based on, having grown up in the area, and travelled to Leeds and Bradford on the train in my twenties. Great job!!

@Chandwell 5 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@textnotepro Жыл бұрын

Brilliant... came to find out how to make cardboard buildings... stayed to see the whole thing develop. You are doing an amazing job.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for sticking around for the journey!

@colorin81colorado 2 ай бұрын

My sister in law knows I have many hobbies and have a deep appreciation for other people's art and work. I have enjoyed this video and look forward to the others in your library! Cheers from Brisbane Australia!

@Chandwell 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@davidkavanagh189 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous work! It's so well done it's almost impossible to tell what scale it is without looking at the couplings.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. That is very kind.

@davidkavanagh189 Жыл бұрын

@@Chandwell Praise well deserved! Literally the only thing you could do better is chop off the end couplings and add small lead weights to the extreme ends of all your stock to increase their inertia in roll and yaw(no wobble basically). I'm looking forward to looking at your building making videos.

@Heck9001 Жыл бұрын

Great video this Michael delivered with no small amount of polish and a touch of swagger deserved of four amazing years of modelling. Highly inspiring and occasionally, ever so slightly intimidating! Here’s to the next four years. Now where’s that Britney...👍

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! I don't ever mean to be intimidating! But I know what you mean when you see something that inspires you. I feel the same when I look at things like Patapsco Falls Division, N Scale Dystopia, Marklinofsweden, and such like.

@thomasinlondon2849 5 ай бұрын

I’m just about to start building card buildings for a new layout. It has been 35 years since I built a layout with card buildings, with the difference being that I planned to use a scanner, a printer, and have an ideal spec and large supply of card since my building days in my childhood. Your card buildings have blown me away and really inspired me. Thanks for the tip on that free software, it looks perfect for my plan. I love your layout!

@Chandwell 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, and good luck with your modelling!

@dinmorejunctionmodelrailway Жыл бұрын

Michael, your layout continues to grow and inspire the rest of us.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

It continues to grow! Whatever will I do when it's fully grown!?

@railwayjade Жыл бұрын

Fantastic layout!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@bianchikat 8 ай бұрын

I viewed your layout before but have now subscribed. The buildings are exquisite. I love 'run down' and you have captured the run down character brilliantly. I model steam/green diesel era which is why I probably didnt pay attention when I viewed your layout before but as I said before, your townscape is excellent. If only my efforts were even half as good..Thank you. I shall keep on watching yr modelling.

@Chandwell 8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Welcome to Chandwell!

@ollieahokas9179 Жыл бұрын

The thumbs up No. 391 came from Sweden!

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@patrickpeake3935 Жыл бұрын

This looks superb, Michael. A beautifully balanced model that really reflects the real towns that you have drawn from. I like, too, that you have presented it so well in your office. You can be justly proud of your workmanship.

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much indeed!

@richtiff Жыл бұрын

There's so much to love about this, I think all of the back-stories and the very detailed perspectives are the best bit! Also amazing how you've fit so much into such a small space without it feeling cramped, cracking effort! 😊

@Chandwell Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!