News
This section is constantly updated with the very latest news from the world of railway modelling. We reveal the latest new products, exhibition news and updates from leading model railway manufacturers such as Hornby, Bachmann, Dapol and more.
First NEC show sponsor announced
18 April 2024
Rapido Trains UK has been announced as the first lead sponsor of The National Festival of Railway…
New trains enter service on Birmingham’s Cross City Line
Passengers on Birmingham’s Cross City Line have been travelling on a brand-new…
18 April 2024
KMRC announces Exclusive 1907 RCH 12T seven plank open wagon
Kernow Model Rail Centre has revealed an exclusive 00 Gauge 1907 RCH 12T seven…
17 April 2024
Heljan reveals Class 153 livery artwork
Hot on the heels of the Class 26 news, Heljan has shared the approved livery…
17 April 2024
Bachmann moves into 7mm Narrow Gauge market
Bachmann has announced its entry into the British 7mm Narrow Gauge market with a…
16 April 2024
Rapido Trains UK to attend Bristol exhibition
We are delighted to announce a new addition to the exhibitor line-up for the…
16 April 2024
The Heljan OO Gauge Co-Bo Returns
This iconic model, originally released in 2011, was produced exclusively for…
By Phil Parker | 15 April 2024
Accurascale launches carbon-free shipping
Accurascale has announced the launch of an industry-first innovation to go green…
11 April 2024
Hornby EWS Business Coach Pack arrives in the UK
The new OO coach pack in striking EWS Claret livery has arrived with retailers…
11 April 2024
The Wagon Yard announces special edition Guy Fawkes wagon
The Wagon Yard has revealed a special commission with Rapido Trains UK for a G.…
11 April 2024
Harburn Hobbies receives Bachmann Retailer of the Year award for 2023
Bachmann Europe has revealed the latest recipient of its prestigious Retailer of…
By Phil Parker | 10 April 2024
Wiking expands its range for 2024
Gaugemaster has revealed the latest announcements from Wiking, who has added a…
10 April 2024
Roundhouse Engineering resumes factory tours
Doncaster is still home to steam engine manufacture, but nowadays, it's in 16mm…
By Phil Parker | 04 April 2024
Rapido reveals special edition of its Andrew Barclay Fireless locomotive
Rapido is expanding its ‘Caledonia’ 0-4-0 Fireless range, with a G. Fawkes ‘What…
04 April 2024
Commemorative D-Day wagons announced by Dapol
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings and Dapol is making a…
04 April 2024
