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Tales from my workbench, shows reports and build project updates for my models and model train layouts.
Comparing Model Water Products — What Actually Works (and When)
If you spend any time building model railways, sooner or later you end up facing the same question: [...]
A New Arrival in the Workshop – The Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra
There’s a satisfying sort of excitement that comes with upgrading a tool you use almost daily – not just the thrill of new tech, but the feeling that [...]
Hitting the Road!
I’ve got some exciting news to share – I’ve booked a stand at my very first model show! [...]
My Online Shop is Now Live!
I’m thrilled to share a little milestone with you – I’ve just opened the virtual doors to my brand new online shop: shop.littleworldworkshop.uk! [...]
A New Chapter: My Sister Site for Hand-Made Models Is Now Live
Just a little update from me today – something I’ve been working on quietly in the background for a while now, and I’m finally ready to share it… [...]
From workshop to studio
Today, I'm sharing with you a major transformation that has taken place in my world - the reorganisation of my workshop into a model-making studio. [...]
New! Exclusive model railway mug
The exclusive Model Railway Engineer mugs are back in stock. [...]
Triang R353 Yard Switcher
My ever-increasing Triang collection continues to grow, with the acquisition of the delightful Tri-ang R353 Yard Switcher. And it could be ideal for a [...]
The 2023 model railway survey
It's that time again! [...]
Making a miniature bird nest
Making model bird nests.
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It has a name! Why my model railway is called White River Mills
After much contemplation, countless cups of tea, and a dash of inspiration, I've finally given my 009 exhibition layout a name: Welcome to White River [...]
An optical illusion
It's been bugging me for ages. [...]
Front of house for the exhibition layout
From the very start of constructing this layout, I've intended the layout to be boxed in. [...]
MRE still on track?
Every so often I review MRE and check it's still on track. [...]
Taking a new tool for a spin
When old and cherished hand tools meet the ease, speed and convenience of a modern power tool. [...]
Making a model derelict barn
Making a scratch built barn to hide the fiddle yard entrance on the layout was a lot of fun. [...]
Adding animals
As a break from building construction for the layout, I painted a few more animals that will be live around the railway. [...]
Covid brings about a new man-cave
Time for a new home... Again.... [...]
Finishing touches
I've recently finished another building for my exhibition layout. Well, it'll do for now. [...]
Scratch building a 4mm scale storage shed
How the storage sheds for White River Mills where constructed. [...]