The Garden Railway (2001)
Synopsis
Experience the agony and ecstasy of model making with Mark Found as he designs and builds an ambitious layout in his own back garden. To obtain the knowledge and expertise needed, he visits some of the country¹s top modelers and gains inspiration from their amazing layouts. Series overview: Allegedly left a bunch of model railway kit by his uncle, Mark Found embarks on construction of "The Safron Line", his own personal Garden Railway. A must for model makers and railway enthusiasts alike.
First Air Date: 2001-11-30
Last Air Date: 2001-11-30
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 15
Seasons
Season 1 (2001)
No overview available for this season.
Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Design
Mark Found investigates surveying and design with a professional installer in his quest to build a model railway in his back garden.
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Ep. 2: Earthworks
Novice model enthusiast Mark Found installs walls made from railway sleepers and more than six tons of hardcore.
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Ep. 3: Water Feature
The avid enthusiast makes use of an old bilge pump as he is initiated into the world of water features.
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Ep. 4: Rockery
Mark Found checks out the landscaped garden of model enthusiast and broadcaster Bob Symes.
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Ep. 5: Shed
Mark Found seeks expert advice from model enthusiast Bob Symes and is inspired to revamp his garden shed for his trains to travel through.
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Ep. 6: Track Bed
Mark Found takes a look at baseboards and drainage for the track, before getting a lesson in laying concrete.
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Ep. 7: Bridges
Mark gets advice on building bridges for the railway from a man whose garden is filled with replica of famous structures.
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Ep. 8: Track Laying
Mark Found continues laying the track and wonders how he can ensure the train will stay on it.
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Ep. 9: Power
Novice model enthusiast Mark Found explores ways of powering his trains.
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Ep. 10: Control
Mark learns how to connect everything up; the trains are propelled by the very latest in technology.
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Ep. 11: Models
Novice model enthusiast Mark Found discovers the tricks of the trade that will help him achieve his dream.
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Ep. 12: Buildings
Mark meets a professional model maker who shows the delights of making buildings for the great outdoors.
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Ep. 13: Horticulture
Planting and looking after the greenery can be as much fun as building the railway as Mark finds out.
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Ep. 14: Maintenance
Mark gets advice on how to cope with the weather and small animals in search of a home.
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Ep. 15: Finale
Novice model enthusiast Mark Found adds the final touches to his creation before the grand opening.
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