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The word that always plays a part in model railways is compromise. Very difficult to model something exactly the same as 12 inch to the foot. Sometimes you just have to something that works for the layout no matter what ERA you are modelling. Part of the fun is getting things to do what you want the...

Good luck. Just run what you like. I tried to stick to a certain era but only because it stopped me buying too much, well that was the plan.

‘Watching trains run and do a bit of shunting’ - it’s very enjoyable.

As to sticking to an era, like WTD I failed miserably, no willpower to keep my hands in my pockets, I’ve got a right mish-mash. In any case does not rule 1 apply?

Have some fun and enjoy your railway.