The Hobby Shop
Stocking everything from reliable track components and detailed rolling stock to premium scenic materials and digital control equipment. Find the precise tools and supplies required to advance your current project.
Dedicated to the Craft
Gauge & Grain
Your premier model railway and scale modelling centre. Immerse yourself in detailed displays, browse our hobby shop, and build new skills in our workshops.
A World in Miniature
We believe in the timeless joy of building and operating scale models. Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast or just starting your journey, Gauge & Grain provides the space, tools, and expertise to bring your miniature worlds to life. Discover our permanent displays, pick up essential supplies, or sit down and build with our community.
Scale Worlds to Explore
Walk alongside our highly detailed, fully operational permanent displays. Each layout demonstrates different scales, eras, and construction techniques.
Workshops & Club
Join our thriving community of active builders. We host weekly club sessions alongside structured, expert-led workshops covering weathering techniques, complex wiring, and realistic scenery creation.
Bespoke Custom Builds
From initial baseboard construction and track laying to fully scenicked, ready-to-run exhibition layouts. Our professional build team can bring your specific railway vision to reality.
Visitor Reviews
"An absolute treasure trove for modellers. The staff helped me select the perfect DCC decoder for my locomotive."
"The permanent layouts are breathtaking. I spent hours just admiring the detail on the Heritage Branch."
FAQ
Do I need to book in advance to visit the shop?
No booking is required to visit the shop or view the permanent layouts during our regular opening hours.
Can I bring my own trains to run?
Yes, during our designated open running days, you are welcome to bring your DCC-fitted locomotives to run on our tracks.
Do you offer repair services?
We offer basic servicing and DCC decoder installation. For complex repairs, please speak to our workshop team.