Friday Update: Eighteen Nine Twenty-six...

We are here again, I can’t quite believe it is Friday once again. There have been some new models gracing the bench this week so grab a hot drink and let us take a look…Last weekend saw the end of the ‘50 years of preservation’ of the Llangollen Railway with a gala and evening beer-ex. This stopped at Glyndyfrdwy on its return and Porters bar was open - so my partner and I strolled down and enjoyed a pint before they arrived and the spectacle of a completely packed train arrive and all the punters decanted for more beer. It is easy to take it all for granted sometimes - we really are incredibly lucky to live here so close to the railway.First up this week are a number of etched brass 4mm scale diesel shunter kits. The first to take shape is this Barclay 0-6-0, I had forgotten how lovely it is to watch a collection of flat parts take shape - and the character of the prototype be realised. Judith Edge kits are always well considered but not every step is crystal clearly described in the…