⚡ JUST ARRIVED Hornby's new detailed Avanti West Coast Class 805s sets have our attention. The stunning new five-car train packs are now in stock at TMC — with now just a handful available now that pre-orders have been despatched. Introduced from 2014, these Hitachi-built bi-mode multiple units were designed to replace the Class 221 fleet on Avanti West Coast services between London, Birmingham and North Wales, with additional operation to Blackpool North. Their ability to seamlessly switch between electric and diesel power makes them one of the UK’s most versatile modern train fleets. 💷 Save 10% on Hornby's price at TMC: £494.99 A flagship unit with proper mainline presence 👉themodelcentre.com/r30443 #Hornby #AvantiWestCoast #Class805 #OOgauge #ModelRailway #ModernImage #RailwayModelling #TMC #TheModelCentre #Hitachi #ModelTrains #OOScale #BritishRailways #Trainspotting #RailwayEnthusiast

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A compact OO gauge layout built around the #Hornby R8011 TrakMat, designed for flexible running, easy expansion. The plan features 74 pieces of track - 53 ft (16 m) overall track length - on 6 × 4 ft (2 × 1.5 m). 🚉 #OOScale #modelrailroad #modeltrain #modelrailway #toytrain

Osborns Models has released new ready-painted OO/HO figures for model railways — a Suffolk Punch horse and handler, a pair of Old English Sheepdogs, and more: world-of-railways.co.uk/news… 🐴 🐶 #HOScale #OOScale #modelrailway #hoscaletrains #modeltrain #diorama

🚂 More from Rapido Trains UK… and this one’s for brake van fans! Joining the newly announced SER/SECR 5-plank wagons, Rapido Trains UK have revealed a fresh batch of SECR 20T six-wheel brake vans in OO gauge — and there’s plenty of variety to get stuck into 👀 This new run includes: 🔹 Dual veranda versions (built new in 1910) 🔹 Rebuilt dual-ended variants 🔹 Original single-ended SER-built vans from 1898 Livery options now span an impressive range, covering SER, SECR, SR, BR and preservation eras — plus plain grey and brown for those who fancy creating their own “what if” liveries 🎨 And as you’d expect, the detail is right up there: ✨ Separately fitted parts throughout ✨ Full brake gear, running boards & handrails ✨ Lamp irons, internal bracing & chimney A brilliant companion to the new wagon range — and ideal for adding that finishing touch to your goods trains. Grab yours at TMC now 👉 tmc-direct.co.uk/SECRbrakeva… 💬 Which version or livery are you most excited about? Or will you go custom? Let us know below! #RapidoTrainsUK #OOScale #OOgauge #BrakeVan #ModelRailway #ModelRailways #RailwayModelling #ModelTrains #RollingStock #GoodsTrain #FreightStock #SER #SECR #SouthernRailway #BritishRailways #SteamEra #PreGrouping #ModelLayout #LayoutBuilding #TrainCollectors #ModelCollecting #NewRelease #ModelNews #RailwayHistory #DetailedModels

🚂 NEW Pre-orders open at TMC for new Rapido SER/SECR range! Rapido have announced their first-ever OO gauge round-ended wagon — and it looks fun 👀 Introducing the SER/SECR 5-plank, 10T open wagon range, featuring: 🔹 25 different versions 🔹 Multiple tooling variations – round-ended, low 'D' & square-ended 🔹 Liveries spanning SER, SECR & Southern Railway eras 🔹 Optional Williams Pattern sheet rails on D1341 variants 🔹 High-detail finish with metal bearings for smooth running These wagons represent the backbone of late 19th and early 20th century freight traffic, making them perfect for layouts from pre-grouping through to Southern Railway periods. 💷 £33.95 👉 28.86 each at TMC! 😉 🛠️ Currently in tooling 🛒 Available to pre-order now: tmc-direct.co.uk/SER_SECR10T A hugely versatile addition to any goods fleet — and a milestone release as Rapido’s first round-ended wagon in OO gauge. #RapidoTrainsUK #OOScale #OOgauge #ModelRailway #ModelRailways #RailwayModelling #ModelTrains #RollingStock #FreightWagons #GoodsWagons #PreGrouping #SER #SECR #SouthernRailway #BritishRailways #SteamEra #ModelLayout #LayoutBuilding #ModelRailwayLayout #TrainCollectors #ModelCollecting #NewRelease #ModelNews #RailwayHistory #DetailedModels

🚨 SELLING FAST – DON’T MISS YOURS Secured your Rapido Trains UK ‘Evolution’ coaches yet? With even more variants now sold out, it's time to top up your rake while matching liveries are still available 👀 🎨 Stunning pre-grouping liveries 🚆 Perfect for complete, prototypical formations 📦 Triple-packs available to build full trains faster ➕ Add singles to extend your rake These beautifully detailed coaches are the perfect partners for your growing fleet of Era 1 & 2 locomotives—and they’re disappearing fast. 💸 From £59.45 each / £169.95 triple-packs 👉 'Evolution' coaches in stock: tmc-direct.co.uk/EvolutionCo… 👉 'Evolution' coaches due: tmc-direct.co.uk/EvolutionCo… #ModelRailways #OOScale #RapidoTrains #PreGrouping #ModelTrains #RailwayModelling #TrainCollectors #ModelRailwayUK #Era1 #Era2

🌧️ INTRODUCING: REALTIME WEATHER SYNC FOR YOUR LAYOUT Ever wished your layout could truly reflect the British weather? Well… now it can. We’re excited to unveil our latest innovation: Live Weather Integration™ 💧 Built-in micro sprinklers that can detect rainfall outside 🌦️ When it rains outdoors… it rains on your layout too 🌫️ Optional misting system for early morning fog scenes ⚡ Thunder mode (advanced users only…) No more guessing—your locomotives will now battle the same conditions as the real thing. Slippery rails, soaked ballast, and authentic “why did I start this today?” energy included. Perfect for recreating those classic damp BR days… or just testing how waterproof your scenery really is 👀 👉 Pre-orders open soon (umbrellas sold separately) #AprilFools #ModelRailways #OOScale #NScale #RailwayModelling #ModelTrains #BritishWeather #NextLevelRealism

🚂 NEW DAPOL GWR CHURCHWARD 'TOPLIGHTS' 📢Now available to pre-order at TMC and save 15% OFF RRP! Dapol’s GWR ‘Toplight’ corridor coaches for 'OO' are now available to pre-order at TMC! Covering a range of classic liveries from the Great Western Railway and early BR era, these iconic coaches are perfect for building authentic rakes from 1910s through to the 1940s and beyond. 🔍 Key highlights: • Multiple coach types across 7 liveries • Based on Churchward’s 1914–1920 steel-bodied designs • Ideal for cross-country and main line formations 💡 Pair them with your favourite GWR 'Prairies' for a truly spot-on scene. ⚠️ Production will be based on pre-order demand — secure yours today with a pre-order and no deposit required. 👉tmc-direct.co.uk/DapolGWRChu… #ModelRailways #OOScale #GreatWesternRailway #GWR #ModelTrains #RailwayModelling #Dapol #TrainCollectors #ModelRailwayUK

“Home Dublo layout – extended” by Macbond fits 631 tracks into a 12.5 × 7 ft (4 × 2 m) space. The Hornby Dublo track plan features multiple loops, sidings, and a central yard. 🛤️ #OOScale #modeltrain #modelrailway #modelrailroad #modeltrein #Modellbahn #ModelTrainLayout

＃OOScale ＃HOGauge ＃イギリス #England 1930年から1967年まで使われた道路標識のうち鉄道とかかわりそうなものをピックアップしました。 We have picked out road signs used between 1930 and 1967 that seem to be related to railways. ハガキサイズ（Pixel：1181 x 1748）

＃OO9 #OOScale イギリスのサイトを参考にイギリスにあった工事看板をダブルオースケールで再現してみました。 段差あり（Road STEP） 珍文の道路ガード中(Road　GUARD)ほとんどはRoadclosedを使う やバリケード タミヤのプラ１ｍｍ角材と厚紙で Roads and Roadworks share.google/JNzeaFYYifAhdXS…

Dapol OO Scale February and March Releases Dapol’s OO scale February and March releases deliver a richly varied mix of motive power, rolling stock and practical upgrades, ideal for building authentic Great Western and British Rail scenes. Find out more: gaugemaster.info/4pNt78s #dapol #ooscale #modelrailways #modeltrains

So ....... This cheeky little thing has just arrived!! 😍😍 Its STUNNING!! Gaugemaster Collection Class 59 003 'Yeoman Highlander' GBRf OO Scale Now we have had hundreds in but there are only 18 left here to buy ...... The time is here, the time is now to buy! Link for it here - gaugemaster.info/4qHkrS7 Powered by Gaugemaster Infinity! #class59 #ooscale #yeomanhighlander #gbrf #modelrailway #trains #trainspotting #modeltrains #ukrailscene #railways

FRESH FROM THE WORKSHOP: New TMC custom-weathered models in stock The latest batch of TMC custom-weathered masterpieces is here — each one individually finished to capture the look, grime and character of the real railway. From hard-worked shunters to the hard-worked rail tour condition J13, we've taken realism to the next level. themodelcentre.com/tmc-weath… Highlights from our fresh batch include: - Bachmann Class 08 in BR green with wasp stripes depicting the last of the class to carry BR green - Bachmann Class 13 in BR blue — in a choice of DCC ready, sound fitted & SFX Deluxe - Rapido LNER J13/J52s — multiple numbers, eras & sound-fitted options with real coal - A wide selection of wagons, vans, banana vans & containers, all expertly finished Very limited stock — some items down to last item! These aren’t factory weathered. Every model has been hand-finished in-house by our experts, meaning no two can be exactly the same. But rest assured, prototype imagery has been consulted for each for authenticity! Available now — get yours quick themodelcentre.com/tmc-weath… #TMCWeathered #ModelRailway #OOScale #DCCSound #HandFinished #LimitedStock

KMRC has released a new OO-gauge Cornish Engine House. The model features engine house, tall chimney, beam engine & pit headstock, available now only via Kernow Model Rail Centre: world-of-railways.co.uk/news… 🚆 #modelrailroad #modeltrain #modelrailway #Modellbahn #OOScale

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We have these two much loved OO scale cleaning wagons on their way from Germany as we speak..... Predicted to arrive with us early next week. Both have been out of stock for a little while, so we do already have pre orders for both of these. If you've had your eye on one - the time is here, the time is now to order it. Links for them here - Network Rail £49.95 - gaugemaster.info/47JF8qb BR Railfreight £49.95 - gaugemaster.info/3UMpLpy #gaugemaster #ooscale #br #railfreight #networkrail #ontheirway #cleaningwagon