Thursday, November 13, 2025

Garden Rail December

 

Garden Rail December 2025

We start off with a visit to the Butterley Garden Railway Association, where the magic of miniature trains meets public wonder. How many future modellers have walked away from their line at the Midland Railway Centre thinking, “I want to build one too!”?

Then we journey to the legendary Compton Down Railway, revisiting Peter Jones’ iconic creation through the eyes of his daughter Kes – a tribute to one of the hobby’s most imaginative builders.

On the workbench this month:

  • Mini dioramas with maximum charm
  • A laser-cut carriage shed
  • Replacing Taliesin’s safety valve
  • Scratch-building a classic tin hut
  • Small wagons sized for little locos
  • Planting tips to prepare your line for next year

Plus: Our Christmas Gift Guide is here to help you find the perfect present for the railway enthusiast in your life - and don’t miss the heartwarming tale of how Eddie Castellan was reunited with a beloved steam locomotive.

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