The Talk Exchange

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Doug Hewson, Ground Level 5 in. Main Line Association
Email: doug@the-hewsons.demon.co.uk

“Building 5 in. gauge Rolling Stock”

A talk and demonstration illustrated by actual models,

and some of the jigs and tools used to make them.

Requirements: No visual aids required.

Speaker prefers a prompt 7.30 p.m. start and will travel up to about 150 miles from Barnetby-le-Wold (North Lincs), further distances (requiring overnight stop) by arrangement. No fee expected, expenses only.

Doug Hewson, Ground Level 5 in. Main Line Association
Email: doug@the-hewsons.demon.co.uk

“Pattern-making for, and production of Lost Wax Castings”

A talk illustrated by actual examples

Requirements: No visual aids required.

Speaker prefers a prompt 7.30 p.m. start and will travel up to about 150 miles from Barnetby-le-Wold (North Lincs), further distances (requiring overnight stop) by arrangement. No fee expected, expenses only.

Doug Hewson, Ground Level 5 in. Main Line Association
Email: doug@the-hewsons.demon.co.uk

“Running to Time”

A talk illustrated by slides, describing how to organise the running of a miniature railway to a proper Railway Working Timetable.

Requirements: Kodak Carousel 35 mm Slide Projector (Spare bulb MUST be available) and Screen. Given notice, speaker can provide projector (at extra cost (expenses to fetch and return)) if needed.

Speaker prefers a prompt 7.30 p.m. start and will travel up to about 150 miles from Barnetby-le-Wold (North Lincs), further distances (requiring overnight stop) by arrangement. No fee expected, expenses only.