Although the shop is closed to the public, modelling store A2B Model Railways is doing everything to support modellers during these difficult times.
Read more
Category: Modelling
The Great Central Railway Model Event 2020 is cancelled
The Great Central Railway Model Event will not be going ahead this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Read more
Modelling basics: A decision on size
Model railways, as the name implies, are based on small-scale representations of the real thing, so the choice for new modellers is the actual model’s scale.
Read more
Closer look at Heljan’s Class 07 dock shunters
Nigel Burkin takes a look at Heljan’s second batch of the popular Class 07 Southampton dock shunters, including a nicely weathered version.
Read more
VIDEO: Unboxing Hornby’s Hogsmeade station model from Harry Potter
Take a look at the Hogsmeade station buildings, part of Hornby’s Harry Potter collection, and bring your magical layouts to life.
Read more
Model review: Top model choices from 2019
Making a choice from the diverse range of models released during 2019, all of which were produced to a high standard, is not an easy task, but Nigel Burkin rises to the challenge to make his own top picks for 2019.
Read more
Hornby Collett: GWR mainline stock
Moulded detail is refined and subtle, yet clearly visible, including foot steps on the ends, roof seams, door hinges and lines, destination board brackets and toilet water tank hatches.
Read more
VIDEO: Hornby Margate open weekend
There were smiles all-round in a corner of Margate over the weekend of August 17-18 as the doors were opened to Hornby’s spiritual home.
Read more
OO-gauge SR/BR Bulleid suburban stock new to market
Nigel Burkin reviews Hornby’s brand new model releases of the 59ft Bulleid suburban coaches featuring a high level of detail and finish.
Read more
Hornby Hobbies launches pop-up shop at London St Pancras
Hornby Hobbies has opened a pop-up shop at London St Pancras International train station, which will be trading until Christmas.
Read more