In 2007 we introduced the following feature to the front page as a method of promoting all those High Street shops that provide us with the Models we all love to collect and operate. Don't forget they are also an invaluble source of information, ideas and advice.
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dragon-gscale
Superb shop friendly ,helpful ,discounts for g scale mad members, and has lots of secondhand appearing and disappearing ! ! and the tea and coffee are superb no wonder he has visitors from far and wide !
Mervyn Trigg , South Wales - 02 Jan 2009 - 10/10

Doon Valley Models
Always completely helpful, and tends to hold even the most obsure stuff in stock i ask for. Very respectable prices too. Friendly and knowledgable guy.
Jim Fitzpatrick , Argyll - 01 Jan 2009 - 9/10

Ready To Run Models
They know there subjects and are willing to help
Chris Brown , Cambridge - 30 Dec 2008 - 9/10

The Railway & Modellers Junction
Please note this shop has MOVED to 15 Congreve Walk, as per the advert I saw in BRM. from the outside it looks more like a budget toy shop, and there were gaps on the shelves, so it did not look promising on the way in. However, there was a reasonable stock of new rolling stock and accessories at fair prices. The best feature was several trays of s/ hand stock at swapmeet prices, something I have not seen in a model shop for years. £10 triang Hymek anybody!? the proprietor was also happy to 'put the world to rights' and generally have a chat with somebody who had never visited before. Worth a look if in the area.
Ian Mitchell , Cheshire - 29 Dec 2008 - 7/10

S & R Models
Limited opening hours Thursday- Saturday, but a large stock of new and used 00 and N gauge items, plus lots of diecast and plastic vehicles and detailing items. Very much like a large swapmeet stall and all the better for it. Sometimes has some unusual stuff in. Also will keep your wants in a little black book in case they come in (but I am still waiting!!)
Ian Mitchell , Cheshire - 29 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Model Junction
Very helpful staff who are extremely knowledgeable. Vast majority of stock is American pattern HO but some N-gauge. Scenics are a strength and thankfully scale agnostic.
Barry Dyer , Watford, Hertfordshire - 20 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Trainlines of Derby Ltd
This is a great shop for model railway items especially for those hard to find ones in the bachmann range of oo gauge well worth a visit
Alan Hall , Shirebrook - 19 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Crab Pot Village Shop
This is the best shop for railway in bridlington nothing is any problem
Peter Woodley , Bridlington - 16 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Arcadia Models
Tim has a great shop. Always models you want in stock and a massive catalog of products. Very friendly, the best model shop by far and i've been to many.
Darran Brown , Chorley - 09 Dec 2008 - 9/10

Total N Gauge
Modern shop layout internally with good selection of N gauge.Helpfull service
Kevan Bradshaw , Hucknall - 08 Dec 2008 - 7/10

Sheffield Transport Models
Extremely helpfull on the phone and offered to ring me back with information. Rang back in less than 5 minutes and although he had not got the loco I wanted which was a rare item he offered an alternative and much information on the two.
Christine Taylor , Sheffield - 06 Dec 2008 - 9/10

Addlestone Model Centre
A good find. Staff are helpful and friendly. Shop stocks a good range of materials as well as ready to run and kit rolling stock. Although relatively small, carries a reasonable selection of hornby, metcalfe and other makes.
Karl Parfitt , Reading, Berks, England - 05 Dec 2008 - 7/10

The Signal Box
Excellent shop - fantastic range of stock; informed, interested and friendly staff; good mail order service and competitive. Without doubt my favourite railway model shop by a country mile. Just wish it was closer to home!
Karl Parfitt , Reading, Berks, England - 05 Dec 2008 - 10/10

Shrewsbury Model Centre
To be in the Premier League, this company badly needs a website, and email contact available. I've been waiting for 10 days for a response to an eBay enquiry I posted. Until they get their website, they cannot deserve 5 stars...
Martyn Johnson , Penang, Malaysia - 05 Dec 2008 - 7/10

Great Eastern Railway Co
The shop has a comprehensive range of modelling accessories, for several raiway guages, plus an excellent range of die cast models. The staff are very helpful and nothing is too much trouble in helping you find what you want.
Alan Farr , Blofield, Norwich - 02 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Syston Trains
Very helpful and friendly service will shop there in the future if items are not on show owner will check if in stock and will check stockist
Kenneth Raven , Exeter - 02 Dec 2008 - 8/10

Sleepers Models
Phil is defienetly worth visiting and the people that mock the guy havent seen the alladin cave and what could be a major bargain. yes the shop is cramped but hos repair work and source of items is second to none
James Page , Walsall - 28 Nov 2008 - 9/10

Frome Model Centre
Visited this shop whilst on holiday in the summer and what a treasure trove of models. You name it and they have got it. Superb collection of model kits on offer and an excellent selection of Model Railway bits and bobs. Parking is a bit awkward as the main public car parks in Frome are at the bottom of the hill and the Model Centre is at the top of the hill, but it is well work the trouble.
Doey Hall , Sutton Coldfield - 25 Nov 2008 - 8/10

Model Junction
Huge range of products, the largest I've seen anywhere; always got plenty of new stuff and at great prices too. They're happy to order in and will take advance orders, making it easy to secure new items. Unusual for an online shop, they're open to the public a couple of days a week and you can visit on these days without appointment. Shop has easy access by car and ample parking on-site; alternatively it's only a short walk from a mainline railway station. Friendly, knowledgeable people, always willing to demonstrate products and discuss any aspect of model railroading. Can honestly say I get everything I need from Model Junction. If you're into American model railroading, I recommend you check out their excellent website and then plan a trip to Slough.
Dale Crowe , Sandhurst, Berkshire - 24 Nov 2008 - 10/10

M.G. Sharp Models
I used to find Macs difficult to deal with,but over the last couple of months service has improved greatly. keep up the good work.
Dave Dawes , Reading - 21 Nov 2008 - 7/10

Mainly Planes 'N' Trains
Excellent service, good advice and a wide range of stock. This ranges from the little bits and pieces needed up to a wide range of models, R/C equipement, engines etc.
Nick Boeree , Lyndhurst, Hampshire - 17 Nov 2008 - 9/10

East Kent Models
As I visit the East Kent Models shop for the second time, I was very satisfied again with their ranges of railways kits, scale vehicules, stokes and assistance to a foreigner (french). Thanks to them
Thibaut Bernard , Dunkerque / France - 17 Nov 2008 - 8/10

Model Active
A extensive stock covering all guages, I model OO guage and could easily spend hours, not to mention pounds sterling. The choice seems endless. Also caters for rc cars ect. A good size premises, a old chapel building. The advice given is good and all staff I have dealt with are pleasent, however some do not have much moddelling experience.
Kevin Smith , Spennymoor, County Durham - 16 Nov 2008 - 9/10

The Hobby Box
An excellent, friendly and helpful well-stocked traditional model shop located some 300 yards from Uckfield railway station.
Colin Watts , Edenbridge, Kent - 16 Nov 2008 - 9/10

Shady Lane
Mac is always willing to share his own experiences and give good friendly advice.Well worth a visit****
Richard Stratford , Torrington - 14 Nov 2008 - 8/10

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