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British Railway Modelling (BRM) magazine provides exceptional coverage of the UK model railway hobby. We cover all eras and scales, giving readers quality content with superb photography. Practical 'How to' articles by our team of modelling experts. Product news and in-depth reviews. The best inspirational model railway layouts. Historical resources and helpful information. Plus much, much more.

SCOTTISH FLAIR • This latest show-stopping layout from The Hessle Model Railway Group takes you on an imagined journey through the Highlands up to the far north of the country, capturing the heart of Scotland.

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COMMUNITY

NORTHERN INDUSTRY • Set in the heart of the transitional era, this fiddle yard-to-mill operation features high-intensity movements to keep the crowds entertained.

A dangerous job

Inspirational visit

Build a Corrugated hut in OO • Metal things look best if modelled in real metal. Nothing else will give you the thin edges where sheets join. Working in brass isn't difficult, it's very similar to building a cardboard kit. This little lamp hut from Severn Models (Kit D31) can be assembled with glue, yet exhibits a finesse you won't find in a resin building.

Goods Sheds in N gauge

Model a copse using budget trees

Budget Modelling Part 6: South Eastern Finecast K3

Scratch-build a small warehouse

Vandalising coaches

Build a Peco 13T Hopper in O

THE NORTH BRITISH TYPE 2S ON THE WEST HIGHLAND LINE IN 1968 • Stephen Rabone spent a week travelling around Scotland in August 1968. He hoped to experience travelling behind one of British Rail's shortest-lived designs, the rebuilt North British Type 2s, when he visited the West Highland Line.

PHOTOBOMBING

THE TYNE & WEAR DEPARTMENTAL FLEET

A UNIQUE FAILURE

A NEW CHALLENGE • On the hunt for a second exhibition layout, this builder turned to his roots, wanting to recreate full-length HSTs in their heyday and a location that handled parcels, mail and newspapers.

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LNER MOTIVE POWER - THE SUPPORTING CAST

25 YEARS AT ALLY PALLY! • The capital's number one show has been entertaining visitors at Alexandra Palace for a quarter of a century, and our 2026 event promises to be our biggest and best yet!

So much to see! • Brought to you in association with The Model Railway Club and World of Railways, visitors can look forward to over 90 leading trade and society stands as well as over 40 inspiring layouts from the UK and around the world.

Hornby 2026 Announcements • It's January, which means Hornby is making its new OO gauge model announcements for the year ahead. Here are some of the highlights…

THE LATEST HEADLINES

Graham Farish V2 LNER

Bachmann Class 69

Hornby Branchline Freight Train Set

Heljan Class 153

EFE Rail Class 74

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Buffer Stop • This month in pictures