Model Boats

Model Boats www.modelboats.co.uk is the online home of Model Boats magazine a publication dedicated to the build Model Boats covers all areas of this absorbing hobby.

2017 sees Model Boats in its 52nd year of publication although its origins date back to 1950 as part of Model Maker magazine. Model Boats has brought benchmark levels of in depth writing and quality photography to the hobby and is the world's best selling model boating magazine. Each issue has extensive kit and model reviews, informative features, show reports, club news, new items for the modelle

r and regular expert columns from a number of highly regarded contributors. Within alternate issues you'll find a high-quality free plan along with an accompanying build article. Whether your interest is in Tugs, Lifeboats, Warships, Sailing Craft, Model Yachting or Offshore Racing, (just to name a few!), you will find something of interest within its pages. Model Boats is published monthly by MyTimeMedia and is available by direct subscription to the UK or overseas or from your local newsagent. The magazine website: www.modelboats.co.uk was launched at the end of 2006 and provides an opportunity for readers, and indeed all those who are interested in model boating, to use the free forum to discuss the hobby. You will also find samples of previously published articles showing the wide variety of subjects covered in the magazine together with useful links. Following a recent makeover, the website is being improved to make it the No. 1 port of call for model boaters everywhere.

24/05/2024
24/05/2024

By Hugh Dougherty THE world’s only seagoing paddle steamer will fly a special pennant with pride this season, as Paddle Steamer Waverley has been awarded th ...

21/05/2024

You can even step aboard some of the boats.

The exhibition runs until December.
20/05/2024

The exhibition runs until December.

The Women of the RNLI exhibition at the National Maritime Museum is open until December 2024.

Take a look at the cover of our June 2024 issue. 👇
15/05/2024

Take a look at the cover of our June 2024 issue. 👇

With only one previous scratch build under his belt, Chris Wood fearlessly takes on another massive project….
29/04/2024

With only one previous scratch build under his belt, Chris Wood fearlessly takes on another massive project….

John Mileson presents a very versatile pre-moulded hull based project.See more 👉
25/04/2024

John Mileson presents a very versatile pre-moulded hull based project.

See more 👉

John Mileson presents a very versatile pre-moulded hull based project.

Here's a look at our new issue, out on Friday! Including a free pilot boat pull-out plan. ⛵🚤🚢
17/04/2024

Here's a look at our new issue, out on Friday! Including a free pilot boat pull-out plan.

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16/04/2024

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22/03/2024

OcCre’s majestic HMS Victory has been officially licensed and certified by the National Museum of the Royal Navy. The Director of the NMRN has invited the t ...

14/03/2024

The new issue of Model Boats has everything from first R/C builds to a Disney princess, plus kit reviews, event reports, & more!

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www.modelboats.co.uk is the online home of Model Boats magazine a publication dedicated to the build

A big thank you to MB reader/contributor Mike Payne for flagging this new series up - definitely one to watch!
11/03/2024

A big thank you to MB reader/contributor Mike Payne for flagging this new series up - definitely one to watch!

Dermot O’Leary uncovers the RNLI’s heroic efforts in World War II.

Have you been thinking about trying out an issue of Model Boats but aren't sure if it's for you? Why not enjoy a free is...
01/02/2024

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Richard Simpson embarks on a two-part build review of this 1:12 scale kit, aimed at the ‘Advanced Beginner’.
18/01/2024

Richard Simpson embarks on a two-part build review of this 1:12 scale kit, aimed at the ‘Advanced Beginner’.

In the new issue of Model Boats...Princess VictoriaPeter Binns chronicles the build of his 1:18 scale steam-powered 1907...
17/01/2024

In the new issue of Model Boats...

Princess Victoria
Peter Binns chronicles the build of his 1:18 scale steam-powered 1907 Cornish twin-screw passenger steamer.

Wonderful Radio London
Nick Santon treats us to a nostalgic look back at when pirates went pop, as he records his 1:48 scale build of the radio ship MV Galaxy, recently awarded ‘Best Engineered Model’ at the Waterways Model Boat Club Show.

USS Keats Sound
Glynn Guest documents his build of this ‘stand-off scale’ model based on the US Navy seaplane tenders of World War II.

Retro fitting
Drawing on personal experience, Nev Wade encourages others to explore the joys of building backwards!

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Spotted this fascinting feature on the BBC website this website this morning and am now wondering if anyone out there ha...
14/01/2024

Spotted this fascinting feature on the BBC website this website this morning and am now wondering if anyone out there has modelled the Krait?

Medals won by a Welshman who took part in a daring war mission could fetch £80,000 at auction.

Save a whopping 20% on a digital subscription to Model Boats (or any of our sister titles) AND we're throwing in access ...
26/12/2023

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15/12/2023

Get the next 6 issues of Model Boats at a bargain price for a limited time only... 👇

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Our second exciting Prize Draw in the January 2024 issue of Model Boats (on sale from all good newsagents from Friday, D...
13/12/2023

Our second exciting Prize Draw in the January 2024 issue of Model Boats (on sale from all good newsagents from Friday, December 15) comes courtesy of The Airbrush Company, and offers you the chance to WIN this superb Sparmax ARISM Mini Kit. Good luck, everyone!

In the January 2024 issue of Model Boats, on sale in all good newsagents from Friday, December 15, don't miss your chanc...
13/12/2023

In the January 2024 issue of Model Boats, on sale in all good newsagents from Friday, December 15, don't miss your chance to win this fabulous luxury leather workshop apron, courtesy of Stalwart Crafts.

And, if you're still trying to find a gift for the man/woman who has everything, it's worth pointing out that to celebrate the festive season, Stalwart Crafts is currently offering a very generous 15% discount on all its products. So, to browse the range in its entirety and take advantage of this unmissable money-off deal, visit www.stalwartcrafts.com

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2020 sees Model Boats in its 55th year of publication although its origins date back to 1950 as part of Model Maker magazine. Model Boats has brought benchmark levels of in depth writing and quality photography to the hobby and is the world's best selling model boating magazine. Each issue has extensive kit and model reviews, informative features, show reports, club news, new items for the modeller and regular expert columns from a number of highly regarded contributors. Within alternate issues you'll find a high-quality free plan along with an accompanying build article. Model Boats covers all areas of this absorbing hobby. Whether your interest is in Tugs, Lifeboats, Warships, Sailing Craft, Model Yachting, Plastic Modelling or Offshore Racing, (just to name a few!), you will find something of interest within its pages. Model Boats is published monthly by MyTimeMedia and is available by direct subscription to the UK or overseas or from your local newsagent. The magazine website: www.modelboats.co.uk was launched at the end of 2006 and provides an opportunity for readers, and indeed all those who are interested in model boating, to use the free forum to discuss the hobby. You will also find samples of previously published articles showing the wide variety of subjects covered in the magazine together with useful links. Following a recent makeover, the website is being improved to make it the No. 1 port of call for model boaters everywhere.