British Railway Modelling (BRM)

British Railway Modelling (BRM) magazine provides exceptional coverage of the UK model railway hobby. We cover all eras and scales, giving readers quality content with superb photography. Practical 'How to' articles by our team of modelling experts. Product news and in-depth reviews. The best inspirational model railway layouts. Historical resources and helpful information. Plus much, much more.

British Railway Modelling

Welcome to September

MANTLES WOOD • Paul Davis wasn’t defeated by his layout vision, despite admitting to limited modelling skills. Thanks to proprietary models, his efforts have flourished.

HOW TO… CREATE A CHURCH SCENE • Nationwide at the heart of many settlements large and small, these historic places of worship typically result in an attractive cameo when miniaturised.

SOUTHGATE PARK • Purchasing a second-hand layout, minus wiring diagram, was the first of many challenges for the duo of Shane Wilton and Mark Miller.

HOW TO… WIRE A DCC RETURN LOOP • Compact auto-reverser modules automate power switching, preventing a short-circuit on layout return loops. John Gay explains how the small devices are installed.

DIE-CAST UPGRADES • Altering a road vehicle collection to give a workaday appearance is Phil Parker’s latest mission, using techniques equally applicable to rolling stock.

Stafford Railway Circle • In a new monthly feature for BRM, we talk with a model railway club to find out their projects and membership benefits. This issue, we speak to Terry Robinson of the Stafford Railway Circle about his favourite aspects of the hobby, and what it takes to organise an exhibition.

MAKING TRACKS 2 • Until September 3, Chester Cathedral is home to Making Tracks 2 – Pete Waterman’s layout homage to the West Coast Main Line. Howard Smith visited to see more.

HADLEY, STONYBROOK AND SWALE RAILWAY • Modernising this layout for a smoother, more reliable exhibition experience, is an ongoing process for its new owner, Arline Wilson, with enjoyable results.

HOW TO… BUILD A CINEMA • Distinctive architecture of yesteryear, seldom seen on a layouts demands closer attention. Michael Russell finds this Art Deco-style kit an entertaining, and satisfying build.

CONTROLLING COSTS • Rising inflation is increasing the cost of living, and our hobby. Howard Smith proposes solutions to continue enjoying the pastime of model railways.

HOOK BASIN • Encouraged by a friend to scratch-build a freelance locomotive, Richard Williams soon turned his attention to this photogenic layout in the same scale.

NEWS ROUND-UP

PECO TT:120 RANGE

ACCURASCALE HCA AND CDAS

IRM MAGNESITE HOPPER WAGONS

PECO SNAILBEACH HOPPER WAGONS

NEW BOOKS as reviewed by Tony Wright

KINGSFIELD • Steam and diesel combine on this expansive OO gauge layout.

Buffer Stop • A weird day at work

This month in pictures...