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STARTING THE SCENICS! - A Slice Of Sodor: Episode 3 - Thomas & Friends Model Railway Build

That Model Railway Guy

Published on Friday 19 September 2025 by That Model Railway Guy

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With Ffarquhar now wired up and operational I can finally start work on the scenics. Everything in this episode is leading towards the ballasting which is a major step for any model railway. Before that though there are a few key steps which can make your life a lot easier later on.

Because I'm using the finescale Bullhead track from PECO on this layout, it does seem a shame not to go the extra mile and weather. This presented a great opportunity to try out a new technique and breaking things down like this creates a more realistic look.

I also build the platform structures too with a nice stone facade before the ballasting commenced using the True To Scale range! With the scenic work now underway, visually Ffarquhar should start to change a lot as my Slice Of Sodor starts to come to life!

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