Charmouth
Charmouth is currently on display at Midland Counties Publications in Hinckley - who will be happy to sell you a copy of the DVD!
Charmouth was built entirely from ready-to-use items available from model shops along with a few bits from the local DIY store. The 'Shake-the-Box' idea is to use things straight out of the box on the whole. The idea of the concept is that given the standard and range of items available over the counter anyone could do the same from a standing start. Construction was filmed by Activity Media for the DVD Starting on the Right Track (preview available here). The layout is DCC operated with sectional track and ready-to-run stock.
The real Charmouth, on the Dorset coast between Lyme Regis and Bridport, missed out on the railways however in this version of reality it is served by a BR Southern Region branch line. The normal stock is 1960s steam locomotives although sometimes it is operated as a preserved line when anything goes.
We're in luck and are in the right place to see the daily goods train running round.
Whilst the branch didn't survive to see regular diesel operation there were a couple of diesel hauled excursions noted during the early 60s. The excursion trains had to be stabled back at the junction due to lack of room at the terminus. This Type 2 is returning to Charmouth with ECS for the return working.
Oh dear, reality's on the blink again!
Of course there is a simple explanation. This is Charmouth in preserved line mode and the Voyager is a special to celebrate being rejoined to the main line again.
In fact the Voyager won't clear the cliff by the fiddle yard exit or the platform so it is just posed. Something to bear in mind when you plan the scenic work and structures - make sure you have sufficient clearance for the longest and largest stock you intend to run.
Details for exhibition managers can be downloaded as a PDF file.