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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BEGINNERS GUIDE: Creating a model railway landscape

Scenery brings a model railway to life. We offer a whistle stop tour through the basics in this modelling guide to get you started.

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Lightweight Baseboards

Discover Malcolm Briggs and his useful guide all about lightweight baseboards for train modelling. View the step by step creation process here.

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Planning a model railway

Building your first model railway calls for a little planning and understanding before you get underway. We highlight the most important considerations from choosing a scale through to finding a location to build your first railway to get your project underway.

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