WRITTEN BY OUR MEMBERS
Good stories.
Shared knowledge.
Discover books from within our modelling community: ideas, experience and a love of railways, brought together on the page.
THE BOOKSHELF
A little inspiration
for your next chapter.
Explore David Ashwood’s practical modelling books, written with Market Deeping MRC. Discover what each book covers and follow the publisher links to find your copy.
By David Ashwood with Market Deeping MRC
How to Build a Model Railway
A beginner-friendly guide to planning, building and maintaining a model railway, from choosing a scale to track laying and electrics.
By David Ashwood with Market Deeping MRC
Constructing Buildings for Model Railways
Bring a layout to life with buildings: a step-by-step approach to paper and card kits, more advanced construction and scratchbuilding.
By David Ashwood with Market Deeping MRC
Model Building and Super Detailing
Develop a more detailed model railway with scenery, adapted kits, scratchbuilt structures and practical guidance on 3D printing.
By David Ashwood with Market Deeping MRC
Euston - A History and Modelling the 1875 Station
Explore the history of London Euston through an OO-gauge model of its Victorian station, with practical townscape and railway modelling guidance.
By David Ashwood
Developing a Model Railway in TT:120 Scale
Discover TT:120 modelling through Holcombe Beach, a Devon coastal display layout, and a County Durham practice railway for steam rolling stock.
MEET THE AUTHOR
David Ashwood
David Ashwood’s interest in model railways began with a visit to an exhibition at Central Hall, Westminster, in 1974. Since then, he has explored different scales and layouts, alongside experience selling models and kits at exhibitions.
A member of Market Deeping Model Railway Club, David brings a background in technical writing to his books. Drawing on the club’s collective modelling experience, he shares practical guidance to help readers develop their skills and tackle new projects.
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Put an idea into practice.
Explore member-led guides, presentations and demonstrations for your next modelling project.