British Railway Modelling

05/06/2026

😱 Rapido Trains UK has announced its first TT:120 models in partnership with TMC, with a new range of BR Diagram 1/801 Fish and Parcels Vans due in Q2 2027.

😀 Let us know what you think of Rapido entering the scale.

👀 Discover all the details on our World of Railways news Channel at the link below

04/06/2026

👍 Steven Draper looks at a quick way to upgrade models by adding crew, and meets Modelu's Chris Kilfoil-Schiller to hear about colour printed figures - before looking at some recent releases from the scanning and 3D print specialist.

📽️ Watch the video at the link below

04/06/2026

👀 Hornby has announced a catalogue dedicated to TT:120, containing details of the growing range of loco's, rolling stock and scenic models it produces in the popular new scale.

👍 What would you like to see next?

02/06/2026

Let us know what you are you hoping for below 👇🏼

📢Exciting new 00 announcement coming next week!

Join us at 10am on 9th June for the full reveal!

29/05/2026

😱 Rapido Trains UK has announced a new OO gauge model of the South Eastern Railway O Class 0-6-0, with nine liveries covering SER, SECR and Southern Railway eras.

😀 Nine versions have been unveiled - will one be heading to your railway?

✅ Find out all the details on our World of Railways news channel

28/05/2026

Celebrating 150 years of Sir Nigel Gresley 🥳

In the new June issue of BRM, we pay tribute to the legendary Sir Nigel Gresley with a wonderful article looking back at his life, written by Ian Lamb. Just one of many reasons why you should pick up the latest issue! 👌

⭐ Three incredible layouts
🛠️ A selection of step-by-step guides and practical articles to help you put into practice on your stock or model railway
📢 New model reviews, including the Rapido Evolution coaches, Hornby LNER Class A4, Cavalex Class 56, and much more!
🛤️ Traction magazine: An action-packed five hours at Salisbury, Motor Rail and Hibberd Industrials explored, West Coast Main Line traction at Greenholme, plus more
🎁 Win big with the latest competitions
💿 Our second episode of The Build-Along Model Railway DVD!

And so much more!

Head to the shops today, or you can order BRM and Traction direct from us with free delivery 🚚 👉 https://www.world-of-railways.co.uk/Store/Latest-Issue

28/05/2026

🛒 Bricks and Mortar retail has been a big topic among railway modellers and hobbyists recently - so World of Railways spoke to Ian Fowler, the football loving boss of Gaugemaster who manufacture, distribute, wholesale and as Model Giant retail many thousands of hobby products, offering a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities.

👀 Watch the video at the link below.

26/05/2026

🫠 As May heat records tumble, lets distract ourselves from super heated lofts or red hot platforms, and take a moment to share our train related pictures of summer - either from the real World, or maybe from sunny layouts, whatever era, where ice-cream can be enjoyed every day of the year.

🍦 Keep Cool

26/05/2026

👀 Just imagine winning a new model for your layout this summer.

😱 We've a Hornby TT:120 Sir Nigel Gresley and two of the incredible Rapido OO Gauge Evolution Coaches up for grabs in separate competitions running until July 31st.

😀 To view all the competitions click on the link below.

https://www.world-of-railways.co.uk/competitions/?viewAll=True

26/05/2026

⭐PORTHLLECHEN⭐

Inspired, like so many others, by the slate quarries of North Wales, Kim Dowden turned to OO9 to create this eye-catching scene and make the most of the space in his new railway room.

Read more about this excellent layout in the brand-new June issue of BRM magazine, out in shops now, or available to order direct from us with FREE delivery 🚚 👉 https://www.world-of-railways.co.uk/Store/Latest-Issue