Clearly one of the most therapeutic and fun things you can ever do is make a model railway. It is quite one thing to be given a set for the first time and set it up but it is quite another to create a world around it. Most kits are a simple affair of a basic track layout that is generally just a circle with a runoff for somewhere to store the train. However, just imagine with the plethora of model kits and additions that you can bring to it you can make a little world of your own to run the set around. You’ll have great fun making it too. What can you do to make this dream become a reality?

First of all it very much depends on the space that you have available. Luckily there is scope for anything as the sizes of train set available can fit in any space you have. For example, if you have no room then an N gauge is definitely for you. This is the smallest scale but you are backed up with a huge array of pieces that you can add to make the scenery perfect. Whatever scale you choose the scenery itself has to be considered and one thing that can be used to make excellent hills, tunnels and promentories is using polystyrene recycling pieces to create the countryside. We all have pieces of polystyrene left lying around after we have made a purchase so what better way to put them than to this use. If its not an option then https://www.printwaste.co.uk/business-recycling-solutions/polystyrene-recycling/ are your best bet.

The next stage up is the 00 gauge. This is the most popular and common that you will come across. It offers a nice level of detail for the beginner modeller without requiring the fiddly skill of the N gauge. Again, space is the key. The 00 allows for you to have a comprehensive table sized set but there are many out there that incorporate an entire room. One of the most popular spots is to convert a loft over to it or purchase a garden shed with an electrical supply.

So, why not take a look at some of the amazing starter kits that you can purchase. It will not be long before you are taking the night mail and crossing the border or Steaming such greats as Mallard or Flying Scotsmen around your little village.