Laneshaw Bridge

[rkk01]

Damn it

Just the sort of discouragement I (don't) need to fuel my modest route ambitions...
i.e. how on ever to get even 10% on the way to that sort of standard..

Looks fantastic.

[firstgreat222]

Thanks!
No I don't plan on extending it, that would mean modelling the real places, I wanted to keep just to the fictional area a bit like a model railway!
I'll release the Modern era version next, then possibly some scenarios for the 50's version later. Time to do something else

Mark

your modern era will that be electrified?

[firstgreat222]

Damn it

Just the sort of discouragement I (don't) need to fuel my modest route ambitions...
i.e. how on ever to get even 10% on the way to that sort of standard..

Looks fantastic.

i agree its a great little route

[markjudith]

Thanks Rk001
Start with something small you will get there in the end, I'm still learning believe me!

No the route isn't electrified, it runs 142, 156, 158 units and some freight workings. however the branchline to Norbeck is now in private hands and is a fully operational steam railway











Mark

[firstgreat222]

great work on the modern route when can we hope to hit the rails?

[markjudith]

Within the next few days all being well, fingers crossed, touch wood etc!

Mark

[rkk01]

What existing route assets are required? (for each era?)

Thanks

rkk01

[ashgray]

What existing route assets are required? (for each era?)

Thanks

rkk01

Hi

Details of the assets required are set out on the download pages (and no doubt in the readme files):

http://www.uktrainsim.com/filelib-info. ... leid=30095

http://www.uktrainsim.com/filelib-info. ... leid=30293

Ash

[firstgreat222]

Within the next few days all being well, fingers crossed, touch wood etc!

Mark

great look forward to it

[august1929]

Looking forward to this 3rd incarnation .

I have had a major reinstall of Steam following Steampipe - an ideal opportunity to reassess what is loaded - in my separate UK setup, both Laneshaws have pride of place....just awaiting the third.

Rod

[theorganist]

Same here, very much looking forward to it!

Are you going to do a 1890's version next!!

Peter

[markjudith]

1890's? How about 1900 ish!

Theres a challenge I just couldn't resist!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFOb6byNgG4

Richards models look amazing despite being created for Railsimulator.
If someone creates some Midland signals and more Midland stock.........

Mark

[theorganist]

That looks great.

Pete

[SouthernElectric]

That looks great.

Pete

Agreed, great video with a suitable soundtrack, nice work Mark.
Simon

[markjudith]

I haven't done a 1900 version just put some bits together for a photo shoot!

The Modern version has been uploaded, hope it all works out and you enjoy it.
There is a full working timetable for a whole day (timetables included) these workings make up 29 scenarios of freight and passenger traffic.
Class 142, 156 & 158 form the passenger services and class 37, 47 & 66 for the freight side of operations.
The Norbeck branch has been restored to its former glory by the Norbeck Steam Railway Preservation Society who acquired the line back in 1987.
A full day 'one train in steam' service (free roam scenario) can be operated if you so wish!
Most scenarios have return workings.
Timber traffic still operates from the privately owned former Noyna Hill goods yard. Quarry trains have recently been contracted out to the NSR who use their resident diesel locos to convey traffic over the Norbeck branch, steam hauled trains have not been ruled out on special days in the future!
Well situated for steam excursions, heavy loading ability & possessing ideal facilities the NSR can be an excellent host for locos & trains! Scenario writers can create the excursions of the future!

some more pics then...

The scene at Glusburn Junction




Cordon Bennet Logistics building (rail served) stands on the site of Laneshaw Bridge steam shed.


Laneshaw Bridge Station




Remodelled in the 1990's Oldswick quarry contracts its rail traffic to the Norbeck Steam Railway who convey trains to & from the junction at Noyna Hill. A BR green class 37 patrols the complex.



Bringing empties in....


Leaving Lothersdale, the old goods yard was on the right, the Midland station buildings, signal box & goods shed have all gone.



Norbeck, now headquaters for the Norbeck Steam Railway, the former goods yard & shed now provide a somewhat cramped workshop facility.


Evoking memories of the 1960's version of the route as black 5 No 45110 prepares to begin the days work.


Mark