Hornby Magazine
Edited by Mark Chivers alongside Publisher Mike Wild, Hornby Magazine set out with a new approach and was aimed squarely at newcomers and returnees to the hobby, as well as those who were established in the hobby.
Its mix of inspirational and shows-you-how features, coupled to the best model railway layout photography and latest product reviews soon caught on as modellers everywhere discovered its fresh, new approach, talking in a language that everyone understood and not assuming everyone reading it was full of technical knowledge.
There will always be at least 90 pages of editorial in every issue of Hornby Magazine, making it the best value read of all the model railway titles. It is regularly promoted at retail outlets and can be found at W H Smiths, Tesco, Sainsbury, Asda, Morrisons, Mills and many other good news outlets, including independent newsagents. Where it isn’t stocked, it can be ordered. Just ask!
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Back Issues
Hornby Magazine August 2023
Welcome to the latest issue of Hornby Magazine - HM194, August 2023. Highlights of this issue include our first reviews of the TMC 'G5' 0-4-4T, Sonic Models 'J50' and the Dapol 'B4' 0-4-0T plus three stunning layouts and more. Read the full magazine in PDF format here and check out our latest video content in the Video Features section.
Hornby Magazine July 2023
Welcome to the latest issue of Hornby Magazine - HM193, July 2023. Highlights of this issue include our first review of Hornby's new 'TT:120' products, the launch of our latest laser-cut kit, three stunning layouts and more. Read the full magazine in PDF format here and check out our latest video content in the Video Features section.
Hornby Magazine June 2023
Welcome to the latest issue of Hornby Magazine - HM192, June 2023. Highlights of this issue include our first review of Accurascale's stunning new 'OO' gauge Class 37, detailed step by step modelling guides, three stunning layouts and more. Read the full magazine in PDF format here and check out our latest video content in the Video Features section.
Latest articles from Hornby Magazine
View the latest news and features from Hornby Magazine below.
Scale Model Scenery Greenhouse
Scale Model Scenery’s (SMS) range of 4mm scale laser-cut kits and detailing accessories is bolstered with this delightful new greenhouse.
Millsbridge in 'N' gauge
Based on a real location, this BR steam era layout recaptures the gritty atmosphere of West Yorkshire. RICHARD STOTT explains how it was built and why it has two different gauges of track with an exclusive full video tour of this stunning layout.
Graham Farish ‘Dance Hall’ Brake Van
New from Bachmann’s Graham Farish range is this South Eastern and Chatham Railway (SECR) ‘Dance Hall’ brake van for ‘N’ gauge.
Exclusive Rapido Five-Plank Open Wagon
B & H Models of Lincoln has taken delivery of a specially commissioned ‘OO’ gauge RCH private owner wagon by Rapido Trains UK, modelling a five-plank wagon carrying the livery of W. Grocock wagon agents, based in Gainsborough.
Laser-cut semi-detached house fronts
Building upon previous laser-cut kits from Peco, this new 4mm scale semi-detached house kit provides an easy and simple way to add some highly detailed houses to your layout or diorama.
Exclusive products on the Key Model World Shop
Discover our range of limited editions, exclusive products and modelling essentials
IN STOCK NOW: Hornby TT:120 scale TTA tankers
Hornby's new collection of TT:120 scale 45ton TTA tankers are in stock now at the Key Model World Shop. Check out the first three liveries here.
New exclusive ‘OO’ gauge GNR signalbox kit
A ‘OO’ scale kit of the Great Northern Railway signalbox at Helpston is the latest addition to the Key Model World Shop exclusive building collection, produced by PJM Models.
REVEALED: Exclusive limited edition DCR Class 60
The Key Publishing Collection available through the Key Model World Shop has expanded with a limited edition of Class 60 60029 Ben Nevis in DCR grey produced by Cavalex Models for ‘OO’ gauge.
Latest model railway news
Read all the latest model railway news from Key Model World and Hornby Magazine.
Class 08 08632 joins the GBRf Gala Weekend locomotive line-up
The pool of locomotives attending the GB Railfreight Gala Weekend at the Nene Valley Railway (NVR) on 7-8 September 2024 has been bolstered with the addition of Peterborough Yard based Class 08 No 08632.
Hornby Magazine layouts prepare for GBRf Gala Weekend
A trio of Hornby Magazine layouts is being prepared for exhibition at the GBRf Gala Weekend which takes place at the Nene Valley Railway on September 7/8 2024.
Rapido reveals new RCH wagons for Peckett 1631 Marcia
Rapido Trains UK has announced that it is set to produce four exclusive 'OO' gauge wagons to help fund its newly-acquired Peckett 0-4-0T 1631 Marcia.
Magazine Contacts
Publisher
Mike Wild
Acting Editor
Mark Chivers
mark.chivers@keypublishing.com
Associate Editor
Jonathan Newton
jonathan.newton@keypublishing.com
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Brodie Baxter