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Vote below on if you prefer the actual image or AI enhanced version.


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Real or OO Gauge? 👀
Two legends side by side. InterCity 125 power meets GNER heritage. The HST isn’t just a train — it’s a memory machine.
Which livery wins for you? 🔥
👉 InterCity or GNER?
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14 hours ago | [YT] | 1

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🤖 AI vs Reality… What Do You Think? 🚂

I recently took a photo of two of my Class 37s idling at the newly installed Ashmore Junction.

Out of curiosity, I asked AI to enhance the image with more realistic scenery… and this is what it came back with! 👀

Now I’m genuinely interested in your thoughts.

Are we happy to embrace AI-enhanced images in the model railway world? Or should we keep things 100% authentic and camera-captured?

👇 CAST YOUR VOTE BELOW 👇

🔘 Photo 1 – Original, straight from the layout
🔘 Photo 2 – AI-enhanced scenery version

Your vote reflects how open you are to AI in our hobby!

Let’s see where The Novice Railway Modeller community stands on this one… 🚂🔥

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#ModelTrains
#Class37
#ModelRailwayLayout
#AIvsReality

2 days ago | [YT] | 5

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🚂 New Video – Early Access for Members!

My latest update on the Sandale Model Railway build is now LIVE for channel members! 🙌 In this episode, I share the latest progress on the layout and take you behind the scenes as things continue to move forward. There’s plenty happening and I’m excited for you to see how it’s all coming together.
👉 Members can watch right now!

For everyone else, the video will go public at 9am (GMT) on Sunday 15th February 2026 ⏰

Thank you, as always, for the incredible support — it genuinely helps keep the build progressing step by step. See you Sunday morning!

— The Novice Railway Modeller 🚆

4 days ago | [YT] | 2

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Episode 24. Filming is underway for the next episode in my first ever model railway build. Natually progressing from the scenic extension infrastructure this time i'm building and prepare the baseboards for the 6m extended Fiddle Yard.

6 days ago | [YT] | 2

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🚆 Channel Memberships Update!

I’ve just uploaded a helpful new video for subscribers and those who are new to the channel — you can check it out via the link below 👇

If you’d like to go one step further in supporting the journey, you can now become a channel member from just £1.99 per month.

By joining, you’ll:
✅ Support the continued development of the channel
✅ Receive bespoke loyalty badges next to your name
✅ Unlock exclusive member perks as the channel grows
✅ Be part of the core community and beyond

Every membership genuinely helps fund materials, upgrades, and push the layout further.

If you enjoy the content and want to help take The Novice Railway Modeller to the next level, simply click the Join button next to Subscribe, or link up via Patreon or Buy Me a Coffee, just search for me The Novice Railway Modeller.

Thank you all for the continued support — it truly means a lot. 🚆

6 days ago | [YT] | 0

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🚆 Did You Know? 🚆

You can now become a member of The Novice Railway Modeller from just £1.99 per month!

Channel Memberships are a fantastic way to support the layout, the builds, and the future of The Novice Railway Modeller — and in return you’ll receive bespoke members-only benefits created especially for our community.

As a member, you’ll also be recognised for your loyalty with custom member badges that appear next to your name in comments and live chats. The longer you’re with us, the more your badge evolves!

👇 Here’s a look at the brand-new New Member badge 👇

Thank you to everyone who supports the channel — whether you’re watching, commenting, sharing, or becoming a member. It genuinely keeps this novice railway modeller on track.

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 2

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Thanks to the new circular saw the baseboards drop into the cavity quite nicely.

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