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We can't wait to see this all come together for expansion of Making Tracks 4 (Watford Junction) at Model World LIVE on A...
02/03/2025

We can't wait to see this all come together for expansion of Making Tracks 4 (Watford Junction) at Model World LIVE on April 26/27 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. So much work is going into the 'OO' gauge layout by Pete Waterman and the Railnuts. Don't forget to book your discount advance tickets and find out more about the National Modelling Exhibition here: http://www.keymodelworld.com/modelworldlive

What's on your project list this weekend? The yet to be renamed 'Topley Dale TMD' has gained a West Hill Wagon Works loa...
02/03/2025

What's on your project list this weekend? The yet to be renamed 'Topley Dale TMD' has gained a West Hill Wagon Works load bank which is now waiting for detailed painting and weathering to finish it off - and some scenery! And maybe a little of the Geoscenics Pot Hole Road kit available here: https://hubs.ly/Q038Spcc0
Fancy a new building for your layout? Check out the PJM Models collection of laser-cut kits here: https://hubs.ly/Q038SqJL0
Looking for details, see the Rusty Rails Modelling 3D printed accessories here: https://hubs.ly/Q038S2yz0

We thought the TT:120 scale Class 50 was good, but could the new TT:120 scale Class 66 from Hornby be its best model yet...
02/03/2025

We thought the TT:120 scale Class 50 was good, but could the new TT:120 scale Class 66 from Hornby be its best model yet for the scale? Mike Wild finds out as he takes a closer look in words, pictures and video - plus don't forget they are all in stock on the Key Model World Shop: https://hubs.ly/Q038Scrp0

Check out this new addition to the Model World LIVE line up: Ian Forsyth's Marley Potts and Witherwack is set just to th...
01/03/2025

Check out this new addition to the Model World LIVE line up: Ian Forsyth's Marley Potts and Witherwack is set just to the north of the River Wear on the outskirts of Sunderland modelled in 'OO' gauge. See it at Model World LIVE and in HM214 - on sale March 6 2025. Book your discount advance tickets for the show here: https://hubs.ly/Q038S6Wn0

What to you think to the new Locomotion Models/Bachmann prototype HST power car? Ben Church takes a detailed look at thi...
01/03/2025

What to you think to the new Locomotion Models/Bachmann prototype HST power car? Ben Church takes a detailed look at this new arrival for 'OO' gauge in words, pictures and video here in our latest model review: https://hubs.ly/Q038Sb-z0

28/02/2025

It's alive! 🥳 The first trains have completed their circuits around Twelve Trees Junction this evening! That's step one done, many more jobs to do, much more cleaning and new additions to plan... Watch this space and see it at Model World LIVE on April 26/27 2025. Book your tickets here: http://www.keymodelworld.com/modelworldlive

A South London station with a wide variety of trains from across the Southern Region and beyond is the setting for Basin...
28/02/2025

A South London station with a wide variety of trains from across the Southern Region and beyond is the setting for Basingstoke and North Hants Model Railway Society’s OO gauge layout – which is set to appear at Model World LIVE in April. Read our full feature here with exclusive Key Model World only video: https://hubs.ly/Q038L3ZJ0

Rapido Trains UK is producing an all-new 'OO' gauge model of the GWR Hawksworth 'County' 4-6-0s - the Great Western's la...
28/02/2025

Rapido Trains UK is producing an all-new 'OO' gauge model of the GWR Hawksworth 'County' 4-6-0s - the Great Western's last mixed-traffic design. Read the full story here: https://hubs.ly/Q038KWbq0

For the first time in five years we completed assembly of our 1960s Southern Region layout Twelve Trees Junction to prep...
27/02/2025

For the first time in five years we completed assembly of our 1960s Southern Region layout Twelve Trees Junction to prepare it for its appearance at Model World LIVE on April 26/27 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. We've got lots of work to do to get it ready including cleaning, wiring, scenery and maybe some new features! Don't forget to book your discount advance tickets here to get the best prices AND early entry from 9.30am: https://hubs.ly/Q038FgZK0

Looking to make a fresh start in TT:120? Check out our review of the new Hornby InterCity 125 starter set in BR blue liv...
26/02/2025

Looking to make a fresh start in TT:120? Check out our review of the new Hornby InterCity 125 starter set in BR blue livery on Key Model World and why not treat yourself to one from the Key Model World Shop? They are in stock now. Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q038m_w50

The LMS Black Fives were one of the most versatile steam locomotives on the British Railway network and lasted until the...
25/02/2025

The LMS Black Fives were one of the most versatile steam locomotives on the British Railway network and lasted until the last day of BR steam. We look at their history from the 1930s to the present day. Read the full feature in HM213 and online here: https://hubs.ly/Q038f9Sw0

Ellis Clark Trains is the latest sponsor to be revealed for Key Publishing's National Modelling Exhibition - Model World...
24/02/2025

Ellis Clark Trains is the latest sponsor to be revealed for Key Publishing's National Modelling Exhibition - Model World LIVE 2025 on April 26/27 at the NEC in Birmingham. Read more here and get your discount advance tickets here: https://hubs.ly/Q037X5nr0

Have you been inspired by a visit to Model Rail Scotland? We highlight a collection of 30 short train formations from Sc...
23/02/2025

Have you been inspired by a visit to Model Rail Scotland? We highlight a collection of 30 short train formations from Scotland in the 1980s that you can replicate on your layout with ready-to-run 'OO' gauge stock. Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q037JydP0

The West Highland Line remains a vital route to a remote part of the Scottish Highlands once thought impossible for rail...
22/02/2025

The West Highland Line remains a vital route to a remote part of the Scottish Highlands once thought impossible for railways to pe*****te. We explain the history of this fascinating route: https://hubs.ly/Q037SS780

Revolution Trains has revealed it is producing the 1965-introduced Hunslet 0-6-0DH as its next ready-to-run locomotive f...
22/02/2025

Revolution Trains has revealed it is producing the 1965-introduced Hunslet 0-6-0DH as its next ready-to-run locomotive for ‘OO’ gauge with release expected in early 2026. Read the full story here: https://hubs.ly/Q037SSKD0

What's your favourite layout at Model Rail Scotland? We've been out and about taking in the show, but don't forget to vi...
22/02/2025

What's your favourite layout at Model Rail Scotland? We've been out and about taking in the show, but don't forget to visit the Hornby Magazine/Key Model World stand where we have subscription offers, limited stock of our Hornby CrossCountry HST limited edition and more. Read more about Model Rail Scotland here: https://hubs.ly/Q037SVTf0

SAVE an extra 20% on Hornby TT:120 scale Gresley A3 and A4 4-6-2s online only this weekend on the Key Model World Shop. ...
21/02/2025

SAVE an extra 20% on Hornby TT:120 scale Gresley A3 and A4 4-6-2s online only this weekend on the Key Model World Shop. Use code TT120FEB25 at the checkout and get our best price yet for these steam locomotives. Offer ends 11:59pm February 23 2025: https://hubs.ly/Q037JPYF0

Exclusive first access for Key Model World Subscribers: Heljan's Ben Jones visited the workshop with the latest samples ...
21/02/2025

Exclusive first access for Key Model World Subscribers: Heljan's Ben Jones visited the workshop with the latest samples of its OO gauge projects including the Class 02 shunter, Class 153 DMU and a first look at its Class 44. Join us to find out more about their progress in this video interview: https://hubs.ly/Q037Jz060

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It's alive! 🥳 The first trains have completed their circuits around Twelve Trees Junction this evening! That's step one done, many more jobs to do, much more cleaning and new additions to plan... Watch this space and see it at Model World LIVE on April 26/27 2025. Book your tickets here: http://www.keymodelworld.com/modelworldlive

Check out our highlights video from the first Model World LIVE National Modelling Exhibition in 2024 and discover more of what you can expect from our second event at the NEC in Birmingham on April 26/27 2025. Book your discount advance tickets here: https://shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/tickets #modelworldlive #modelinghobbies #modellingshow #modelrailwaysuk #scalemodelling #hornby #airfix #bachmann #keymodelworld

Have you received our exclusive limited edition Hornby model of CrossCountry Class 43s 43184 Laira Diesel Depot and 43366 HST40? We'd love to see them on your layout - share your pictures and video below and don't forget to check your inbox if you pre-ordered the model to complete your purchase! 😁

Have you seen the latest issue of Hornby Magazine? 😁 HM207, September 2024, is on sale now in stores nationwide. Get yours from supermarkets, newsagents, WHSmiths High Street and Travel stores or direct from Key Publishing with FREE delivery here: http
Have you seen the latest issue of Hornby Magazine? 😁 HM207, September 2024, is on sale now in stores nationwide. Get yours from supermarkets, newsagents, WHSmiths High Street and Travel stores or direct from Key Publishing with FREE delivery here: http

Have you seen the latest issue of Hornby Magazine? 😁 HM207, September 2024, is on sale now in stores nationwide. Get yours from supermarkets, newsagents, WHSmiths High Street and Travel stores or direct from Key Publishing with FREE delivery here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KMgQd0 #hornbymagazine

We are with Making Tracks 4 today in Chester Cathedral. Here's a tour of the layout and its features which are on show here in the centre of Chester until August 31. Read more about Making Tracks at Chester Cathedral here: http://www.keymodelworld.com/ma
We are with Making Tracks 4 today in Chester Cathedral. Here's a tour of the layout and its features which are on show here in the centre of Chester until August 31. Read more about Making Tracks at Chester Cathedral here: http://www.keymodelworld.com/ma

We are with Making Tracks 4 today in Chester Cathedral. Here's a tour of the layout and its features which are on show here in the centre of Chester until August 31. Read more about Making Tracks at Chester Cathedral here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KMjwb0 Buy HM207 with our full feature on Making Tracks 4 here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KMh2Z0 Buy our new Pete Waterman's West Coast Volume 2 special here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KMjzW0 #makingtracks #chestercathedral #hornbymagazine #keymodelworld #petewaterman #greatelectrictrainshow

😁 We might have gone a bit over the top with our military train which we are getting ready to run on Making Tracks when the Hornby Magazine teams visits this Friday. It features Trains4U/Cavalex Models Warflats and
😁 We might have gone a bit over the top with our military train which we are getting ready to run on Making Tracks when the Hornby Magazine teams visits this Friday. It features Trains4U/Cavalex Models Warflats and

😁 We might have gone a bit over the top with our military train which we are getting ready to run on Making Tracks when the Hornby Magazine teams visits this Friday. It features Trains4U/Cavalex Models Warflats and Accurascale UK Warwells as well as 3D printed Scorpion and Scimitar CVR(T)s from the Key Model World Shop by PJM Models. See it in Chester Cathedral on Making Tracks from this Friday. Scorpions and Scimitars are available here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KpGBV0 #keymodelworld #meettheteam #pjmmodels #chestercathedral #makingtracks4

Have you seen our new modular platform kits for OO gauge? They are in stock now and ready to add to your layout with options for straight, ramps and a terminus section in our first releases from PJM Models. Check out these new laser-cut kits here: https:
Have you seen our new modular platform kits for OO gauge? They are in stock now and ready to add to your layout with options for straight, ramps and a terminus section in our first releases from PJM Models. Check out these new laser-cut kits here: https:

Have you seen our new modular platform kits for OO gauge? They are in stock now and ready to add to your layout with options for straight, ramps and a terminus section in our first releases from PJM Models. Check out these new laser-cut kits here: https://hubs.ly/Q02FlTDp0

The August 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine is out now - and its a big one at 204-pages! 😀 It comes with a 32-page International Layouts supplement as well as all the latest news, reviews, modelling guides and more! Bu
The August 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine is out now - and its a big one at 204-pages! 😀 It comes with a 32-page International Layouts supplement as well as all the latest news, reviews, modelling guides and more! Bu

The August 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine is out now - and its a big one at 204-pages! 😀 It comes with a 32-page International Layouts supplement as well as all the latest news, reviews, modelling guides and more! Buy from your local newsagent, supermarket or WHSmiths or buy direct from Key Publishing with FREE postage! Find out more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fn24R0 #hornbymagazine

In the July 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine we take a detailed look at the first offerings from Bachman from its new NG7 7mm scale narrow gauge range including the Quarry Hunslet and four-wheel wagons. Check out the full review online with more video here:
In the July 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine we take a detailed look at the first offerings from Bachman from its new NG7 7mm scale narrow gauge range including the Quarry Hunslet and four-wheel wagons. Check out the full review online with more video here:

In the July 2024 issue of Hornby Magazine we take a detailed look at the first offerings from Bachman from its new NG7 7mm scale narrow gauge range including the Quarry Hunslet and four-wheel wagons. Check out the full review online with more video here: https://hubs.ly/Q02DzfQz0

Did you know the fabulous Redbridge Wharf by Winchester Railway Modellers is one of the stunning layouts attending this year's 2024 Great Electric Train Show on October 12/13? Find out more about the event and book your discount advance tickets here: htt
Did you know the fabulous Redbridge Wharf by Winchester Railway Modellers is one of the stunning layouts attending this year's 2024 Great Electric Train Show on October 12/13? Find out more about the event and book your discount advance tickets here: htt

Did you know the fabulous Redbridge Wharf by Winchester Railway Modellers is one of the stunning layouts attending this year's 2024 Great Electric Train Show on October 12/13? Find out more about the event and book your discount advance tickets here: https://hubs.ly/Q02CMK1t0

Hornby's all-new 'TT:120' scale model of the Class 50s are in stock now on the Key Model World Shop DCC ready and DCC sound fitted - and each purchase of the TT:120 Class 50 comes with a FREE Class 50s book worth £15.99! Add one to your collection here:
Hornby's all-new 'TT:120' scale model of the Class 50s are in stock now on the Key Model World Shop DCC ready and DCC sound fitted - and each purchase of the TT:120 Class 50 comes with a FREE Class 50s book worth £15.99! Add one to your collection here:

Hornby's all-new 'TT:120' scale model of the Class 50s are in stock now on the Key Model World Shop DCC ready and DCC sound fitted - and each purchase of the TT:120 Class 50 comes with a FREE Class 50s book worth £15.99! Add one to your collection here: https://hubs.ly/Q02zrRlH0

New stock from Rusty Rails Modelling is available now on the Key Model World Shop including locomotive accessories, station details and lineside parts. Check out the full range for 'OO' here: https://shop.keymodelwor
New stock from Rusty Rails Modelling is available now on the Key Model World Shop including locomotive accessories, station details and lineside parts. Check out the full range for 'OO' here: https://shop.keymodelwor

New stock from Rusty Rails Modelling is available now on the Key Model World Shop including locomotive accessories, station details and lineside parts. Check out the full range for 'OO' here: https://hubs.ly/Q02yS6fk0 #keymodelworldshop

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