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Choosing the Right Live Steam Kit: A Beginner’s Guide to Skill Levels and What to Buy

January 2026

Choosing the right live steam engine kit can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re new to the hobby or buying one as a gift. With so many models available, each varying in size,...

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Christmas Opening Hours 2025

December 2025

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our friends, customers, and followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Last Posting Dates for Christmas 2025

December 2025

Here at the Milbury Model Company, we work with both Royal Mail and Parcelforce for delivering our parcels within the UK and overseas. We occasionally also work with DPD for...

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Christmas Open Day 2025 - Saturday 29th November!

October 2025

All are welcome to join us at our premises near Exeter on Saturday 29th November for a Christmas Open Day, from 11am until 4pm!

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Milbury Model Company at the Exeter Garden Railway Show

October 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that the Milbury Model Company will be attending the Exeter Garden Railway Show on Saturday 25th October 2025!

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A Trip to the Home of Wilesco

June 2025

We recently visited the Wilesco factory in Lüdenscheid, Germany – the birthplace of some of the world’s most iconic model steam engines.

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1 year of the Milbury Model Company

December 2024

Today (Monday 2nd December) marks exactly 1 year since we officially launched the Milbury Model Company! To celebrate the moment, here is a run through of our first year of...

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Toy Steam Engine Restoration Services

September 2024

At the Milbury Model Company, we take pride in being your go-to specialists for all things toy steam. Along with our extensive range of new models and spare parts from...

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Fuel for your Steam Engine!

September 2024

Those involved in the hobby are aware that, over the years, there have been changes to recommended fuels and options available to owners as rules have changed and technology has...

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Using Live Steam Gel in your Model Steam Engine

April 2024

The following safety information and instructions have been produced for users of the Milbury Model Company's 'Live Steam Gel', available to purchase in 50ml or 250ml pouches. Our Live Steam...

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