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Model Trains in the News

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Scale Specific Model Train Forum Discuss Z,N,HO,S,O,G and others here.

Z Scale

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N Scale

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OO Scale

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S Scale

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O Scale

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Tinplate

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G / #1 Scale

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Beginner Q & A

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My Layout

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Layout Design Forum

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Structures Forum

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Technical Model Train Forum

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The Right of Way Prototype Railway Discussions

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European Railways

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Oxford & District Model Railway Club

The club is the oldest in Oxfordshire and models in every scale/gauge combination from Z to O
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Stevenage & District Model Railway Club

The Model Railway Club situated in the small village of Datchworth, runs 'o' and 'oo' gauge layouts.
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