Scenery
Every model railway needs scenery. This can mean rolling green hills, muddy fields, pretty ponds of a forest of pine trees. This section is dedicated to helping you improve your layout's scenery. Articles and videos range from modelling static grass through to building telegraph poles.
How to make realistic shop windows
We all moan about the changing high street and lack of model shops in many…
04 September 2021
Model railway backscenes: All you need to know
A vital part of setting the scene for your model railway is a backscene or…
04 September 2021
How to model graffiti on your model railway
Love it or loath it, graffiti has become a common feature on railway property…
02 September 2021
How to model different trees
Tired of your trees looking similar, or worse, like lollipops? Make your…
01 September 2021
How to create a park scene for your model railway
A communal centre-point for many villages, towns, or cities nationwide, parks…
31 August 2021
Modelling Russell Lupins
Adding a bit of colour to some wasteground is easy using this simple modelling…
By Phil Parker | 17 August 2021
How to create a railway modelling farm scene
Skilled railway modeller, Jamie Warne, talks us through his farmyard diorama…
By Phil Parker | 26 January 2021
Ask Phil: Building a coal stage
I need a coaling stage for my OO gauge layout but can't find one that fits the…
21 December 2020
Ask Phil: No more floating buildings
How do I avoid gaps underneath the buildings on my layout? John, Budbrooke.
26 November 2020
Ask Phil: Which hairspray do I need for scenic work?
I've heard about using hairspray for scenery, but don't know what to buy. Can…
19 November 2020
Ask Phil - Making a model road
Can you advise me how to model a road? I'm not keen on stick-on versions. Ian,…
20 October 2020
How to model litter and industrial waste on your model railway
Bringing your post-1950s layout to life is all in the detail, as Michael Russell…
01 October 2020
How to model overgrown grass
Howard Smith creates an area of neglected and abandoned land, as commonly-found…
01 October 2020
Phil's Practical - Model a rock face
Rock faces are very handy on a model railway. While the prototype tried to avoid…
06 August 2020
Phil's Practical - Use an electronic static grass tool
If you plan a lot of scenery, or you're looking to build several layouts in the…
30 July 2020