Modular Baseboards for a beginner

[Robert Kilby]

Hi
I have recently rejoined the society after a break of about 30 years
I have had two spells of modelling; as a teenager ( inspired by the Clun Valley Tramway) and in my mid twenties. Other things took over but I have been generally aware of stuff from Narrow Gauge World. The release of the Bachmann Quarry locos has made me want to try again.
Please can members give me a recommendation on one of the proprietary modular baseboard kits ? I'd like to go down this road as I need something small and simple.
Depending on what you can tell me. you may see similar questions on other topics elsewher
If there has been a recent thread on this topic; accept my apologies and please direct me to it.
Rob

[Hugh Norwood]

I have not used any modular baseboards, but I know of three suppliers (at least)

There's White Rose Modelworks https://www.whiterosemodelworks.co.uk/department/online-product-range/

Grainge and Hodder https://www.graingeandhodder.co.uk/shop?page=2

And there's a business that appear to be reached only via email and antisocial media - and I can't remember the name.

Hope that helps

(I'm fairly certain there is at least one other company...)

[andy1878]

I think Hugh is searching for Tim Horn laser cutting on FB

[cp.409067]

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There is also a range by Scale Model Scenery.

https://www.scalemodelscenery.co.uk/baseboards--plaques-34-c.asp

I offer this as information only - I have no experience of using them.


CP

[Graeme Dunbar]

Who supplied the baseboard kits that were associated with a Society Challenge a while back?

[cp.409067]

Who supplied the baseboard kits that were associated with a Society Challenge a while back?

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Norfolk Heath Works. No web-site.


CP

[Mac Strong]

I am a long time user of Grainge and Holder products, currently using the 900mm x 500mm - FREMOn30 Surrey and Sussex Black Sheep Specification boards for new layout.
Allen at G and H is a NG modeller in larger scales.

[Robert Kilby]

Many thanks for these tips.
Does anyone have a phone number or email address for Norfolk Heath ? I know it is in the journal but I am away from home for a while and can't put my hands on a copy

[Graeme Dunbar]

Many thanks for these tips.
Does anyone have a phone number or email address for Norfolk Heath ? I know it is in the journal but I am away from home for a while and can't put my hands on a copy

They have a Facebook page and that gives alternative means of contact if that's any help.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064564217131&paipv=0&eav=AfYtbJhLYEYSi0faJTqgWiB1WS_fN99iMC9yy_kU4VIfXqLPenQTLdhUif76pnUHrOg&_rdr

[Robert Kilby]

Many thanks for these tips.
Does anyone have a phone number or email address for Norfolk Heath ? I know it is in the journal but I am away from home for a while and can't put my hands on a copy

They have a Facebook page and that gives alternative means of contact if that's any help.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064564217131&paipv=0&eav=AfYtbJhLYEYSi0faJTqgWiB1WS_fN99iMC9yy_kU4VIfXqLPenQTLdhUif76pnUHrOg&_rdr

That's very kind. I am not a Facebook member . I can picture their advert in the copy of the journal that can a day or so ago.
Thanks for your help.
Rob

[Graeme Dunbar]

Found the advert:

norfolkheathworks@hotmail.com

(in case of typing errors on my part, just their name, no spaces, @hotmail.com )

[Barry Witteridge]

I have used both Grainge & Hodder and the Norfork Heath Works ones, I have found the G&H ones to be lighter as they are ply whilst the Norfolk ones are mdf
Barry

[Robert Kilby]

Found the advert:

norfolkheathworks@hotmail.com

(in case of typing errors on my part, just their name, no spaces, @hotmail.com )

Many many thanks.