Exhibition Managers
The original Shake-the-Box layout, serialised in Hornby Magazine.
OO gauge. Layout size 9'x2', ideally with a 3' operating space to the rear.
A monitor gives a rolling display of information about the layout.
A controller is provided at the front so that exhibition visitors can drive trains themselves.
Requires 2x 13A sockets. One operator plus relief.
Information sheet (PDF)
Walton was due to retire from exhibition work after the Kernow Model Railway Exhibition in September 2010, but has been reprieved due to continuing demand.
A sheet describing the layout is given away free at exhibitions - you can download a copy here: Walton Warbler (210 kB November 2009)
Charmouth
The second Shake-the-Box layout, featured in the DVD Starting on the Right Track.
OO gauge. Scenic section 5'x2'. Static display. 13A socket for lighting. Information sheet (PDF)
Note: Charmouth is offered as a static exhibit due to a lack of spare stock.
Charmouth is available for long term loan if you have a model shop or other suitable location to display it to promote the hobby.
Hatton Parkway
Hatton Parkway is a N gauge layout that depicts current day operations along the line from Birmingham to Leamington Spa.The layout is fictional and represents a station that has been revitalised as the outer end of a Park and Ride train service to central Birmingham.
The layout is currently being featured as a project series in Hornby Magazine.
N gauge. Layout footprint 11'x5', including a 3' operating space to the rear.
Requires 2x 13A sockets. One operator plus relief.
A sheet describing the layout is given away free at exhibitions - you can download a copy here: Hatton Parkway (156 kB March 2010)
Exhibitions attended:
Walton
Marlow and Maidenhead MRC - January 2009
Mansfield Model Railway Exhibition - March 2009
High Ercall Model Railway Exhibition - March 2009
Rodington Model Railway Exhibition - November 2009
Churchrail, Warwick - March 2010
Charmouth
Static display on Ian Alan/Midland Counties stand. Warley National Model Railway Exhibition - November 2009
Static display at Midland Counties Publications - November 2009 - July 2010
Hatton Parkway
High Ercall Model Railway Exhibition - March 2010
RMweb Members' Day - July 2010
