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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
MDMRC Members:
Please support your local shop and remember to take your current membership card.
Trains4U is one of the largest Model Railway specialists in the east of England.
They occupy a large 1800 square foot showroom spread across 2 floors and offer thousands of products from over 80 manufacturers.
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Suppliers of C & L and Exactoscale track components in a number of scales and gauges .
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Tools, hardware various thicknesses of cork and Electronics for the Railway Modeller.
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Suppliers of cork products in general, this one may have slipped your attention. Offering a fast turnaround on online orders ate very reasonable cost, there really is no excuse now for not having cork under your track!
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ChrisInDen laser cut the pieces you would normally cut by hand if making a Scalescenes model. In addition they provide many other laser cut supplies as well as track components and electronics. Email them at christopherdnoble@outlook.com
An example of what can be achieved with a Scalescenes model and Chris's laser cut parts is shown below.
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CMK Kits deal mainly in model aircraft supplies but have a useful range of rivets and bolt heads together with weathering powders, figures (mainly airmen) and miscellaneous tools including very fine saws and spare blades - see https://www.cmkkits.com/en/others/cmk-holder/
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Quote from the website:- "Connoisseur Models produce a range of model railway locomotive, wagon and carriage construction kits. Providing etched sheet metal and cast parts for the craftsman model maker to assemble into a finished model at their home workbench using a reasonably comprehensive toolkit of hand tools and soldered assembly. These products are commonly referred to as etched brass kits."
"The models are of British Prototypes designed for 0 gauge at a scale of 7mm to the foot, 1/43 scale. "
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
An extract from their About Us page
Our books are written by expert authors in their fields, and are intended for hobbyists, enthusiasts and professionals in each of our publishing areas. Based in Ramsbury, Wiltshire, we remain fully independent and committed to our aims of providing high quality titles packed with detailed information for those with special interests.
Not just Model Railway books but a whole range of books, all of the highest quality
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Based locally in Sleaford, this firm provides a huge array of glues, applicators,cleaning fluids (TrackMagic) ,smoke oil, the list goes on. Supplyung both online and through the trade, the writer can personally attest to the efficacy of their products.
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With many years experience in the model railway market, DC Kits / DE Videos is a long established business, offering a vast range of DVDs, kits and other model railway products to customers throughout the UK and Worldwide. Often attends model railway exhibitions throughout the UK.
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Based in Lincoln.
"We are Digital Command Control (DCC) Specialists and aim to offer a first class service to the Digital Railway Modeller."
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Dingham Autocouplers for discreet automated 7mm and 4mm couplings. Strong and discrete, can be operated by electromagnet.
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Model KITS in 7mm to one foot scale cast in white metal, wide variety of models including, Traction Engines, Steam and Horse Drawn Vehicles, Horses Figures and Animals and assorted detail items for the 'O' Gauge Modeller all in kit form.
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A niche supplier EB Models( Exclusively Brighton Models) for modellers of the LB & SCR still has a website as shown, however email ianmaccormac@hotmail.com who bought the firm in 2018 to check for an up to date situation and how to order.
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We are suppliers of a wide range of tools, equipment and materials needed by all model makers, whatever their level of experience or expertise. Many of these products are also useful for other activities including Antiques Restoration, Clock Making, Craft and Beading etc."
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EMA Model Supplies provide tools and materials for every modelling requirements
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Expo Tools stock a vast range of items useful to the modeller.more on their website
Most of their products are available from Trains4U and please support your local retailer whenever possible.
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Sellers of most things electronic and distributor of technology products. From Raspberry Pi's to discrete components, connectors, wires and so much more. On Line ordering.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Gaugemaster is one of the largest model shops in the UK, with over fifty thousand products listed – many of which are in stock.
Stocking over 500 brands from Airfix to Zvezda plus of course their own signature Gaugemaster Controllers this is a one stop on line shop with the added benefit that you can visit it too
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Welcome to HobbyTronics - the UK electronic components supplier for your electronics hobby needs. Specialist supplier of electronic components such as sensors, robotics, breakout boards, Arduino, prototyping to the hobby and educational electronics market in the UK and worldwide. We supply the components you need and have a range of helpful tutorials.
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We have been very pleased in the past to welcome Hobby Holidays to our annual show. He supplies so many things it is impossible to list it all - just visit the website
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Extract from their 'About' page
"We use CAD CAM (Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing) and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technologies to produce high quality kits for railway modellers. Our goal is to produce quality products using British materials and supplies. All our products are proudly made in Britain. We are thankful for all the feedback received from our customers, it allows us to improve existing range of products as well as introduce new kits to suit your needs."
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Based in Germany and specializing in warm white LED SMD types 0402, 0602, 0603, 0802.0805, 1206, 1210, PLCC-2 PLCC2 / PLCC 3528, PLCC 4x4, wired in 1.8 mm to 8mm in many color gradations and variations, LED ready soldered with strand or copper wire, special LED for Model Railroaders, for modding and tuning.
NB You will need an ebay account - and a knowledge of some German.
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Renowned for smooth accurate control of servos together with a bespoke mimic panel building service. Friendly advice and service available by phne, email and most major shows.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019. Sadly that episode resulted in the total annihilation of a large number of Metcalfe buildings on our layout Knowle End, a childrens layout. Metcalfe very kindly offered to replace all the buildings with new kits. A suggestion we gratefully accepted.
- The UK's No 1 Supplier of Card Model Kits
- 100% designed and manufactured in the Yorkshire Dales
- Built and enjoyed by modellers across the globe
- Available in both OO and N Scales
- Realistc, detailed and fun to construct
- Inexpensive way to construct great scenes
- Easy to customise and adapt
We couldn't have said it better! They also sell pre-printed brick and paving sheets, glue applicators, low relief buildings, domestic and industrial / railway buidings and they really are good fun to put together. The only problem with their popularity is that everyone is likely to have at least one (or more!) of their kits, but with a little time and effort, it is entirely possible to disguise them.
Available from your local stockist, shows or online.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019.
Minerva Model Railways launched in the spring of 2015 with its acclaimed 0 gauge RTR Peckett E Class 0-4-0 saddle-tank locomotive. The company was formed by Chris Basten of Dragon Models and Chris Klein of Ixion, both experienced businessmen and model railway enthusiasts, who were frustrated with the long delays between announcements of new models and subsequent delivery.
We speak from personal knowledge of these products in that they are good, sturdy models at a sensible price and cannot recommend them enough.
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Add realism to your layout with their range of Easy-To-Build, detailed and realistic printable card model building kits and building papers.A free taster kit is available for download if you want to try it out. Once downloaded you can make as many as you want.
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Engineering parts for the modeller including a range of replacement engine bearings, helicopter bearings, servo bearings, cyano and epoxy adhesives, assembly adhesives, ties and clamps plus a huge range of screw fixings (including servo screws). They also stock a large range of taps dies and drill bits, O rings, Circlips and E clips
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Model Scenery Supplies supply highly detailed scale model products and scenery from manufacturers including; Woodland Scenics, Wills, Ratio, Bachmann, Peco, Metcalfe, Knightwing, Busch, Noch, Faller, MP Scenery, Preiser, and many many more. In addition, they specialise in making and supplying high-quality baseboards made to any size.
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Peters Spares sell new and used models from the major manufacturers as well as repairs, spares and DCC fitting.
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Manufacturers and suppliers of 7mm scale model components. Amongst other things they make milled coupling rods which give a better look to a loco than using the usual soldered together frets.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Designers of high quality 7mm scale model building kits
Suppliers of modelling materials and tools
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Formerly Lasercraft Devon Rail Model provide a growing range of Model Railway kits, accessories and a laser cutting & engraving service.
Kits are available in 7mm and 4mm and other scales can be catered for on request.
They have so many different items that it is hard to 'Tag' them all. Please do visit their website https://railmodel.co.uk/
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019.
Rails were established in the 1970s by Hedley Barber. Now run by son John, Rails is one of the largest UK suppliers of quality new and second-hand British and Continental model railway stock.
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Rapid is one of the UK’s leading distributors of electronic components, cables and connectors, electrical products, tools and educational resources.
If you are looking for panel mount switches search for Salecom
When last reviewed, minimum order to avoid postage was £30. Club members: If you would like to combine your order with other members, please liaise with Brian Norris (01832 273973) who may be able to help.
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Based in Corby, they carry over 500,00 lines of stock and cover virtually every electrical or electronic need.
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Supplies for the model engineer including drills, airbrushes and lots more.
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Strictly for OO. Remember Linka? Here it is along with a lot of new moulds under the umbrella of Scalecast. Once you have bought the mould, you can cast as many copies as you want.
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Our aim is to provide a wealth of brand new products for the model making industry providing affordable high quality product's to the discerning model making enthusiasts. We specialise in Scenery.
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Card & paper kits, building papers & scenic accessories for scale & railway modellers and much, much more.
Something in all the major scales from N up to War Gaming.
Visit also their sister site Railway Modellers.com
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Scale Link are the manufacturers and suppliers of O-Scale Etched Frets of many items. They also stock some products of Duncan Models, S&D (Phoenix), Omen Minitaures, MTH and others.
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Severn Models create model kits in etched brass, ideal for model railway builders, wargames, tabletop games and diorama builders, and now introducing kits for dollshouse miniatures.
The etched surface of these flat-packed kits enables a high level of relief detail to be included, resulting in a realistic and finely detailed scale model.
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Shesto has developed a comprehensive range of Specialist Tools, Equipment and Materials, as well as Lighting & Magnification solutions covering applications across a wide range of fields of interest. From jewellery making, hobbies & crafts, to cake decorating, Shesto offers the quality products you will need for the task in hand.
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Suppliers of Model and Craft Tools by post free mail order and many exhibitions all over the UK
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American based Tam Valley Depot sell electronics such as Hex Juicers, DCC Boosters and Train Shuttles, to name just a few.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
Locomotive Weathering and Rolling Stock Weathering Specialists. Full range of Bachmann, Graham Farish, Woodland Scenics, Scenecraft, Skaledale, Heljan, Oxford Diecast, Gaugemaster, Hornby, Dapol, DCC Concepts, Deluxe Materials, Exclusive First Editions (EFE) and many more!
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Does a good line in those hard to find little screws such as self tapping pan head 3/8" x 4 etc. Worth checking out.
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Suppler of electronic kits, components, tools and more.
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A supplier of all those hard to find bits with a comprehensive web site which is easy to search. Stocks everything from raw materials - wire etc through to kits and mouldings in all main scales from 2mm up to 16mm.
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We gratefully acknowledge the help offered to us following the vandalism at Stamford in 2019
WWS is a British based company that manufactures and supplies quality products to the modelling world. The company was started by Martyn Rees and Mark Jutsum, which was initially a hobby.
They are now the largest producers of static grass in the UK, Have the No. 1 Selling Static Grass Applicator the "Pro Grass" and are still growing, they have many Magazines reviewing their products and some say they have the best product in the world.
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York Model Making offer a wide range of bespoke laser cut products and provide a quick and easy way of having detailed items laser cut and etched to your specifications.
