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

Beginners Guide features

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Starting out in narrow gauge

The arrival of ready-to-run ‘OO9’ locomotives and rolling stock is an exciting catalyst for narrow gauge modelling. MIKE WILD explores the subject and discusses how to get started with your own project.

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BEGINNER’S GUIDE: Model railway controller choices

Analogue or digital, app or handset, there are new important choices when it comes to driving your model railway locomotives. We surveys the options.

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BEGINNER’S GUIDE: Choosing a location

Designing your layout requires more than simply building the baseboards and adding track. Hornby Magazine starts at the beginning and explains how to find the perfect location to build your dream railway in your own home.

Exclusive PJM Models laser-cut modular platform kits for OO gauge.