Category: Kernow Models

Rapido Trains UK announce LBSC D1 0-4-2 tanks along with two Kernow Model Rail Centre exclusive versions in 00 Gauge

Rapido trains UK have announced they are to produce the London Brighton and South Coast (LBSC) D1 0-4-2 tanks in 00 gauge along with two exclusive versions for Kernow Model Rail Centre. William Stroudley followed his successful A1 Terrier class with the equally successful D1 0-4-2 tanks   Built over thirteen years, the first, "Sydenham", appropriately … Continue reading Rapido Trains UK announce LBSC D1 0-4-2 tanks along with two Kernow Model Rail Centre exclusive versions in 00 Gauge

KMRC announces new production run of our Exclusive ex LSWR / SR Diagram 1541 10T Road Vans

Kernow Model Rail Centre have announced seven new versions of their ex LSWR / SR Diagram 1541 10T Road Vans and includes a Longmoor Military Railway version for the first time.  First introduced by the London & South Western Railway (LSWR) in 1884 they were later classified as Southern Railway Diagram 1541. Almost 500 of … Continue reading KMRC announces new production run of our Exclusive ex LSWR / SR Diagram 1541 10T Road Vans

USATC S160 2-8-0 arrives from Rapidio Trains UK – a Southern allocation.

Rapido Trains UK announced their 00 Gauge USATC S160 2-8-0  back in August 2003.  They have now arrived including 926004 USATC S160 No.2356 in Wartime Grey.  Although technical not running on the Southern Railway  during my usual 1946 to 1949 modelling period, I do sometime extend my period for and aft... The Southern Railway only … Continue reading USATC S160 2-8-0 arrives from Rapidio Trains UK – a Southern allocation.

Modern Signalling in Miniature – supporting Network Rail

Whilst primarily used for entertainment and as a creative hobby, Model Railways can be used for a number of different purposes, such as props or storylines in TV, films and even music videos, history education tools, promotional items and even for moving food around restaurants. However, since most model railways try their best to depict … Continue reading Modern Signalling in Miniature – supporting Network Rail

KMRC to donate £20 for every Hornby R30469 4 VEP 3417 Gordon Pettitt sale to the SETG

Following yesterday's further Hornby 2026 range announcement that included a model of the preserved 4-Vep 3417 'Gordon Pettitt', Kernow Model Rail Centre are to continue their support of The Southern Electric Traction Group  and will donate £20 from each sale of the Hornby Model Railways R30469 Class 423 4 VEP Train Pack 3417 Gordon Pettitt … Continue reading KMRC to donate £20 for every Hornby R30469 4 VEP 3417 Gordon Pettitt sale to the SETG

Canute Road Quay on the road again – Salisbury Railex 23rd & 24th May 2026.

Canute Road Quay is on the road again, part of a record breaking year  travelling many more miles in a single year than ever before and is appearing at the Salisbury & South Wilts Railway Society's Railex on Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th May at The Thruxton Centre, Thruxton circuit, Andover, Hampshire SP11 8PN. The show … Continue reading Canute Road Quay on the road again – Salisbury Railex 23rd & 24th May 2026.

One Industry, One Message: Now is the time to back Independent Retailers #KeeponRailwayModelling

The model railway industry, though small and sometimes challenged, has consistently adapted and evolved. It has withstood world wars, global recessions, and pandemics. While famous brands have come and gone, the core strength remains: the independent model shop, a sector recognised as the most vital component by those who understand the industry best. Our industry … Continue reading One Industry, One Message: Now is the time to back Independent Retailers #KeeponRailwayModelling

Hornby announce first part of their 2026 00 gauge range and includes new tooled Rebuilt Merchant Navy pacific – A round up of new SR/BR(s) items [Updated 15/01/26]

Hornby have today announced the first part of their forthcoming 00 gauge range for 2026. Like last year Hornby have advised that their announcements will generally focus on items that will be delivered within 12 months, so as last year there will be further announcements to come during the year in April, June and October.  … Continue reading Hornby announce first part of their 2026 00 gauge range and includes new tooled Rebuilt Merchant Navy pacific – A round up of new SR/BR(s) items [Updated 15/01/26]

EFE Rail Class 74s and ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches arrive.

The EFE Rail range Class 74, first announced in January, and the ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches announced in March have now started to arrive at retailers. I have been responsible for developing both these new tooled models in my role with Kernow Model Rail Centre). EFE Rail Class 74 Ten locomotives were rebuilt … Continue reading EFE Rail Class 74s and ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches arrive.

SR Newsround #November 25

Although I try and bring you any SR / BR(s)  related model news as soon as it is announced, especially new tooling etc., sometimes smaller snippets of news do not necessarily justify a dedicated post, or simply time gets in the way etc.  This is the first of an 'SR Newsround' style post to capture … Continue reading SR Newsround #November 25