W24 Calbourne

This locomotive is a special machine to me.  It’s not just that it is the only survivor of a Victorian class of steam engine or that has strong ties with the Isle of Wight – a place without I wouldn’t have Mrs Locoyard who puts up with me!  This locomotive was one that had eluded…

Movember is nearly upon us!

November is a special month here at locoyard, when Movember is celebrated!  As before; at locoyard we will be holding a celebration to spread awareness of men’s health issues.  There will be a different Movember competition this year – there will be a small prize for a randomly selected entry and in return for this,…

Rock ‘N’ Roll Star

Originally posted on Albion Yard:
Perhaps that genuine buzz looking at the who’s who of names from the history of our UK branch of the hobby engraved in the Visitors Cup, is a touch of what it feels like to be a rock and roll star! The layout won the Manchester Model Railway Societies Visitors…