Ever wanted to build a model railway but not sure where to start? The Build Along Model Railway is a brand new four-part series that takes you through the entire process, from the first plans to the finished layout. Created by That Model Railway Guy in collaboration with World of Railways and BRM Magazine, the series is designed to help modellers of all skill levels learn new techniques, gain confidence and enjoy the journey of building a railway from the ground up.

Whether you're taking your first steps into the hobby or looking for fresh ideas for your next project, you can follow along at home as each stage of the build is revealed. To make things even easier, many of the products featured in the series are available through the World of Railways shop. The series is featured in new issues of BRM Magazine and on YouTube, making it easy to follow the build wherever you prefer to watch and learn.

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Episode One

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  • The Journey Begins Here...

    In the first episode of The Build Along Model Railway, we take the project from drawing board to running line, starting with the layout plan, assembling the laser-cut baseboards and laying the track. We also cover the often-daunting task of ballasting points, sharing techniques that will help you achieve reliable operation and realistic results.


    By the end of the episode, you'll have the foundations of a model railway taking shape, with temporary power connected and the first trains running, ready for the next stage of the build.
Track Plan Materials & Tools Building Templates

Episode Two

  • Bringing The Railway To Life...

    With the foundations complete, it's time to turn the layout into a working railway. In Episode 2, we focus on wiring the track, covering the essential connections needed to keep trains running reliably. We then move on to constructing and painting a detailed JSModels factory kit, adding the first scenic features to the project.

    To complete this stage of the build, we return to the track to weather this before starting the ballasting process, helping to transform the railway from a collection of components into a layout that is beginning to look and feel like the real thing.

  • Out Now in BRM - June 2026 Issue

Coming Soon...

  • BRM - Coming July 2026 Issue

  • BRM - Coming August 2026 Issue

Watch this space...

Stay tuned for more information and supplemental content

for those who want to take their build to the next level.