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Interview: Eloise Davies of Oxford Diecast/Rail

Interview: Eloise Davies of Oxford Diecast/Rail

We catch up with Eloise Davies, MD, and the new 'face' of the well-established Oxford Diecast and Oxford Rail brands to discover her interes...

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Watch: unboxing Peco's new OO9 train sets

Watch: unboxing Peco's new OO9 train sets

Love the dream of a narrow-gauge line? Peco's OO9 miniature masterpieces, available in exciting new train packs are a fast and cost-effectiv...

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Just arrived: new Hornby 'Beatles' wagons for 'OO'!

Just arrived: new Hornby 'Beatles' wagons for 'OO'!

The wait is over – Hornby's latest new 'Beatles' wagons have arrived and they look fantastic. Highly-collectable, if you're a 'Beatles' coll...

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Collecting your order from the NEC show? Don't delay!

Collecting your order from the NEC show? Don't delay!

Heading to the National Festival of Railway Modelling at the NEC this weekend? Make the most of your visit and save on postage by ordering f...

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The great gift of giving with TMC vouchers

The great gift of giving with TMC vouchers

Looking for the perfect present for a modeller or collector? Perhaps a little treat for yourself? Look no further – our Gift Vouchers make g...

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THE NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF RAILWAY MODELLING - SEE YOU THERE?

THE NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF RAILWAY MODELLING - SEE YOU THERE?

WE'RE HEADING TO THE NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF RAILWAY MODELLING - SEE YOU THERE? Next weekend (November 22-23) sees our TMC stand hit the road f...

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Interview: Andy Hardy of Rapido Trains UK

Interview: Andy Hardy of Rapido Trains UK

As Rapido Trains reveals its latest new locomotive tooling project, we chat with Andy Hardy, general manager of the manufacturer’s UK operat...

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65% off RRP? Our Black Sale is live!

65% off RRP? Our Black Sale is live!

Why limit the best model railway deals to just one day? Our Black Sale has thousands of incredible finds we know you'll love, all ripe for p...

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DCC Concepts point motors explained

DCC Concepts point motors explained

Wiring up a new layout or upgrading pointwork? Your choice of point motor matters. DCC Concepts’ Cobalt family is one of the most versatile...

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New 'OO' inbound from Bachmann and Dapol...

New 'OO' inbound from Bachmann and Dapol...

 Here's our handy roundup of forthcoming new models from Bachmann and Dapol, due before Christmas (and beyond!). Browse the range of anticip...

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First look: decorated samples of Heljan's new TT:120 Class 122s

First look: decorated samples of Heljan's new TT:120 Class 122s

Heljan has revealed imagery of the first decorated samples to emerge from its factory of the new TT:120 Class 122 DMUs.Marking a significant...

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Bachmann Winter 2025 announcements: Watch live with TMC!

Bachmann Winter 2025 announcements: Watch live with TMC!

Bachmann’s Winter 2025 British Railway Announcements will be revealed at 10:00 on Wednesday 5 November, with a special live video premiere b...

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November 2025 'OO' arrivals from Accurascale

November 2025 'OO' arrivals from Accurascale

NEW MODELS INBOUND!ARRIVING THIS MONTH FROM ACCURASCALE...Here's our handy roundup of forthcoming new models from Accurascale. Browse the ra...

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In images: Decorated samples of Rapido's Midland 483 locomotives

In images: Decorated samples of Rapido's Midland 483 locomotives

Rapido has received the first painted prototypes of its forthcoming Midland 483 Class locomotives, and they appear every bit as eye-catching...

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New Hornby 'Terriers' arrive for 'TT:120'

New Hornby 'Terriers' arrive for 'TT:120'

NEW 'TERRIERS'ARRIVE FOR 'TT:120'  JUST IN TODAY...TT3038M Hornby TT Gauge (1:120 Scale) SR Terrier W14 Bembridge: £159.99. Our price: £143....

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Hornby Triang RS9 Intercity Express Train Set in Stock!

Hornby Triang RS9 Intercity Express Train Set in Stock!

 R1290M Tri-ang Railways RememberedRS9 'Intercity Express' Train Set In Stock now! R1290M Hornby Triang RS9 Intercity Express Train Set RRP:...

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Relive 1980s nostalgia with Hornby's retro HST set

Relive 1980s nostalgia with Hornby's retro HST set

Rekindle a classic era of speed with Hornby's BR High Speed Train Set.Hornby R1289M BR High Speed Train Set. RRP: £169.99. Our price: £152.9...

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In stock: Special edition train pack duo from Peco

In stock: Special edition train pack duo from Peco

We recently received two superb new narrow-gauge offerings for OO9 (1:76 scale, 9mm gauge track) from Peco, and these are now in the hands o...

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Halloween deals that'll raise your spirits

Halloween deals that'll raise your spirits

Our bargain model deals never stay in our warehouse for long — and this Halloween, they’re disappearing faster than a ghost train at midnigh...

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TMC pre-owned FAQs with Jonathan

TMC pre-owned FAQs with Jonathan

It’s been our busiest year ever for pre-owned models at The Model Centre, with thousands of pre-owned items passing through our doors — each...

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