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This article from Hornby Magazine discusses the process of adding buildings and details to a 7mm narrow gauge layout called Dewstone, which is set in a slate quarry landscape. The author uses 3D-printed buildings from MS Models, along with figures and LED lighting from Modelu, to create a realistic and atmospheric layout. The article provides step-by-step instructions and tips for painting and detailing the buildings, as well as adding ballast, a backscene, and other scenic elements. The author also includes a list of products used in the project. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the enduring popularity of British seaside destinations during the summer, highlighting how railways historically capitalized on this by running frequent excursions to coastal resorts across the country. It emphasizes the ongoing appeal of these "bucket and spade specials" today, showcasing how coastal locations continue to attract daytrippers and model railway enthusiasts alike.

The article focuses on the potential of repurposing old railway van bodies as miniature scenes in modelling. Topics include their historical usage across various settings like farms and railways, highlighting their versatility as model scenery and their enduring presence in niche applications despite not being used on mainline networks today.

The article focuses on building a small maintenance depot in 'OO' gauge for a modern image railway diorama. It mentions the step-by-step guide showcases the construction of the depot using materials such as Foamex, track, fences, and 3D-printed buildings, along with the addition of figures and vehicles to create a realistic scene.

The article focuses on PARKEND NORTH started with an idea from many years ago of a layout loosely based on the Forest of Dean and the aim was to capture the essence of the area, with industrial buildings surrounded by trees and shrubs. Topics include the small station and goods yard and the layout would be set towards the end of the steam era, and the name of Parkend on the preserved Dean Forest Railway and by calling the layout Parkend North it gave licence to build this layout as John wished.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for making OO gauge scale models of farm outbuildings like barns used as corner fillers for a model railway project using laser cut kits from War World Scenics.