News & Products for the week of April 27th 2026 Model railroad operators and builders can get the latest information about locomotives, freight cars, passenger cars, tools, track, and more by reading ...

Model railroad lighting is advancing with LED systems that enhance realism, efficiency, and creative control. Manufacturers are integrating LEDs into locomotives and accessories, while hobbyists ...

The Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and to Canada, was not run by any single organization or person. Rather, it consisted of many ...

Created in partnership with the National Railway Museum, part of the Science Museum Group. Over time, the way we’ve travelled has changed, and so has the way we power our transport. From using coal to ...

Shunting locomotives, also known as switchers, are specialised engines used to move rolling stock over short distances in yards, depots and terminals. They are essential for assembling trains, ...

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On this page you can choose from upcoming tours or previous tours. You can find out how to search for tours passing through your local or favourite station. You can also find out how to just show ...