Nigel Burkin takes a look at Heljan’s second batch of the popular Class 07 Southampton dock shunters, including a nicely weathered version.
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Category: Modelling
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.
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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 moreHornby 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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VIDEO: Unboxing Hornby’s Harry Potter modelling collection
Harry Potter continues to captivate one generation after another and now Hornby has created its own little piece of magic for fans.
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What’s in the Shops: Hayling Island favourite
Hornby continues to release models of its brand new OO-gauge ‘Terrier’ model, the latest to review being Southern Railway A1X 0-6-0T No. 2662.
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Big-chimney ‘Nelsons’ in BR guise
Hornby’s highly regarded OO-gauge models of the four-cylinder ‘Lord Nelson’ express passenger 4-6-0s have now appeared in British Railways guise, and are reviewed by Nigel Burkin.
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