Model Bridges for the Narrow Gauge Garden Railway

Early in 2009, as a side line to my main work in picture framing work I returned to a long interest in 16mm Narrow Gauge garden railways and began to produce our range of bridges.

I have been greatly inspired by the designs and construction methods used by Peter Howarth from 2001 to 2005 and fully acknowledge his influence on my models.

All the bridges are aimed at the British narrow gauge scene and are distinctly freelance in design. They are not meant to be representations of particular bridges either full size or miniature. As far as possible however, I will looking out for suitable full size prototypes on which to base future designs. The general dimensions and construction methods make the models well suited for the outdoor line in a range of gauges and scales, SM32, 16mmNG, 0 Gauge, Gauge 1, G Scale and possibly Gauge 3.

ALUMINIUM BRIDGES
Each bridge is individually made by hand. It is supplied in its bare metal state and can be left to weather naturally or you can prime and paint it. Note we don't supply it highly polished! It bears minor scratches and scuffs from the process of construction which certainly do not detract from the appearance of the bridge.

Longitudinal plates are placed at a suitable distance to support 32mm and 45mm gauge track. The bridge does not include any decking but you could easily add your own wooden planking or a zinc diamond pattern grid. The length of the bridge allows it to be supported by the end 10-20mm of the beams.

The galvanised wire rails on some models are close to scale and are loosely threaded through the parapet posts. For this reason they will not be perfectly straight and in time will probably sag a little between the posts.

Bridges are supplied fully constructed as shown in the photos. Obviously the loco and track are shown for scale purposes only and are not included.

CUSTOM BRIDGES
I would be happy to respond to enquiries for custom made bridges of particular designs. These could be supplied within a three week delivery period.