Just become the proud owner of the real steam "hornby Flying Scotsman" I dont want to run it on my layout in the loft, as i have read in these pages that it can be a bit messy, so after having long descutions with the planning authorites (my wife) i finaly got permission to build a OO railway in the garden, i have had model railways for more years than we all care to remember, but this is the first time i have had the chance to go into the garden, this in turn throws up some questions i need to clear in my mind before i start?
a) I intend to have it about 30 inches off the groud, and use 6 inch wide decking boards to mount the track, the grooves in the boards may help with drainage, is this a good idea?
What track would be best suited to this. c) would the preservative in the decing boards attack the tracks plastic sleepers. d) What is the best way to fix the tracks down. Any other info would be very much appreciated before i start this project.
a) I intend to have it about 30 inches off the groud, and use 6 inch wide decking boards to mount the track, the grooves in the boards may help with drainage, is this a good idea?

