SERIES 9: The £500 layout challenge

 

Is it possible to build a model railway for £500? The team at Hornby Magazine think you can. Once you have your locos and rolling stock you need somewhere to run them and with a clever track plan, making use of inexpensive materials and kits, along with second hand items, almost anything is possible. Watch the series here!

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SERIES 9: The £500 layout challenge

The £500 layout challenge is sponsored by TMC - The Model Centre

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