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Heaton Lodge Junction extension fund
Heaton Lodge Junction owner Simon George has launched a fundraising campaign to complete the second phase of the expansive ‘O’ gauge layout.
Broad-Brush Approach
Giving models a realistic appearance doesn’t have to take long. TIM SHACKLETON shows how a ‘big picture’ approach using large brushes can create a lifelike look in minutes.
Alston in 'N' gauge
This classic branch line terminus is the subject of PETER BROWN’s ‘N’ gauge layout, bringing to life a distinctive location which is now the headquarters of the South Tynedale Railway - and you can see the layout at the 2024 Great Electric Train Show.
Hornby TT:120 Class 50s arrive!
Hornby's all-new 'TT:120' scale Class 50 Co-Co diesels have arrived with retailers and are in stock now on the Key Model World Shop.
Osborn Models Refuse Collector figures
Osborns Models has released a pack of 4mm scale refuse collector figures to complement the new Oxford Diecast Biffa Dustbin lorry.
Rapido ‘Fireless’ EPs arrive
Engineering Prototype (EP) samples of Rapido Trains’ forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 ‘Caledonia’ fireless locomotives have arrived for inspection.
VIDEO: Cavalex reveals decorated Class 60s
Cavalex Models has received decorated samples of its forthcoming newly-tooled ‘OO’ gauge BR Class 60 diesel for evaluation. See the images and watch our latest video with Cav and Alex featuring the Class 60 samples in action.
Hornby Magazine July 2024
July 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine in page-turning format features an exclusive report on Pete Waterman and the Railnuts' world record at Model World LIVE
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Cadhay Sidings
The sleepy Southern Railway branch lines of South Devon are the subject of CHRIS GOUGH’s ‘P4’ scale layout, with high-fidelity track and prototypical operation.
Bron Hebog
Narrow gauge railways aren’t all short-distance affairs with tiny locomotives. DAVID WALLER explains how this delightful Welsh Highland Railway layout was created in ‘OO9’ - complete with its mighty Garrats
Locoman sound for the Hornby ‘9F’
The arrival of Hornby’s all-new and stunning model of the BR ‘9F’ 2-10-0 was a sound installation project too good to resist. MIKE WILD shows how you can install sound into the Hornby ‘9F’ as designed and with optional extras.
Bachmann adds Mainline Hunslet for 'OO9' narrow gauge
Revealed in Bachmann’s Winter announcements in November and already available in the shops, MIKE WILD checks out the latest arrival for ‘OO9’ – the Penrhyn Mainline Hunslet 0-4-0ST.
FIRST REVIEW: It’s here – the Accurascale Class 92
The first thing you will say when you open the box to Accurascale’s first ready-to-run electric locomotive is “wow!”. MIKE WILD explains why as he delves into the world of the Brush-built dual-voltage electrics.
Big sound for a Peco ‘Small England’
How do you fit Digital Command Control, stay-alive and sound into a tiny ‘OO9’ gauge locomotive? JOHN GAY reveals how.
VIDEO: Warley Model Railway Exhibition | Behind the Scenes Interviews
Last weekend saw the return of the Warley Model Railway Exhibition for 2022. Join Tris from the channel 'OO Neal' as he gives us a tour around the show in this latest video.
Hornby RailRoad BR Crosti '9F' 2-10-0
Hornby introduced the RailRoad Crosti ‘9F’ 2-10-0 in 2015 offering an inspired choice of new freight motive power. MIKE WILD assesses this attractive ‘OO’ gauge offering.
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Heljan ‘OO’ gauge Class 25 re-run
Heljan’s popular ‘OO’ gauge Class 25 Bo-Bo diesel is back, incorporating several amendments to the original model’s specification.
Telescopic Led Pick-Up Tool
Amtech’s telescopic magnetic tool can extend up to 800mm and is ideal for reaching behind bookcases, under desks and model railway layouts.
Head Magnifier
Golden Valley Hobbies’ range of modelling tools has expanded with the addition of Amtech’s useful products including this head magnifier with LED light.
FIRST REVIEW: Heljan’s ‘O’ gauge Class 73
For the second month in a row, Heljan has delivered a brand-new ‘O’ gauge ready-to-run locomotive, and this striking model of the Southern Region Class 73 electro-diesel could be its best yet. MIKE WILD explains why with video of a sample running on Britain's Biggest Model Railway.
Rapido’s Lion
In our first look at Rapido’s all-new model of Liverpool and Manchester Railway 0-4-2 Lion, MIKE WILD discovers what it has to offer.
Modern palisade fencing in ‘N’ gauge
Ratio’s ‘N’ gauge range of plastic models and accessories is bolstered with the addition of two new packs of modern palisade fencing for the scale.
4mm Scale Cutting Crew
Modelu has added a 4mm scale oxyacetylene cutting crew to its range of 3D-printed finescale figures.
Flangeway ‘Mermaid’ returns
Flangeway Models has received a new batch of its exclusive ‘OO’ gauge 14ton ZJV ‘Mermaid’ side tipping ballast wagons.
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