On the workbench

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Rubber products manufacturer Checkmate Flexible Engineering has been creating bespoke, heavy-duty goods for shipping and defence companies for more than 40 years, but recently it has been approached b

Peter Marriott discusses simple ways of capturing the look of the most romantic of seasons.

Having embarked on a major new layout building project, Chris Nevard explains how he created a useful station platform and waiting shelter from two little-known suppliers.

A big fan of the Sulzer Type 2s, George Dent has been tinkering with one of Model Rail ’s latest exclusive offerings, stirring thoughts of years gone by.

George Dent explains how a layered approach to weathering has given a pair of Rapido’s excellent BR Fish vans a suitably lived-in appearance.