Hornby Autumn announcement includes a new Drummond M7 livery version

Hornby have today announced some new locomotives to their range due within the next six months.  The only  addition for SR modellers is a Drummond M7. The Hornby M7 tooling dates back to 2006 but still holds up as a good model. The notable thing about this addition to the range is the tooling combination … Continue reading Hornby Autumn announcement includes a new Drummond M7 livery version

Picture of the Month – April 2025

This Month's Picture... My grandfather, Thomas Arthur Muspratt, known as Arthur, was born on 14th April in 1899. Alongside the platelayers hut next to the main line on Fisherton Sarum, is a representation of my Grandfather in his role as a Ganger, before he was promoted to sub-inspector (Permanent Way) at Andover Junction. He is … Continue reading Picture of the Month – April 2025

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The first ex LSWR Gate Stock sets arrive from Kernow Model Rail Centre

The ex London and South Western Railway (LSWR) Gate Stock sets from Kernow Model rail Centre, were first announced back in 2011 and although the process has been a long one with a few hurdles along the way, the four being produced will shortly be available (they are on the high seas as I post … Continue reading The first ex LSWR Gate Stock sets arrive from Kernow Model Rail Centre