Join Hornby Hobbies and The One:One Collection for a spectacular weekend of nostalgia, discovery and celebration as the Hornby Hobbies x One:One Collection Open Weekend rolls into Margate on 9–10 August 2025*.

Held in celebration of Railway 200, marking two centuries since the birth of passenger rail, the event offers visitors a unique chance to explore Hornby's rich railway heritage and get a rare preview of the awe-inspiring One:One Collection of full-size locomotives, large-scale engineered locomotives and amazing O gauge working layout.

The Open Weekend promises fun for the whole family. Explore detailed model railway exhibitions, get hands-on with activities from Hornby Hobbies' iconic brands – including Airfix, Scalextric, Pocher and Corgi – and enjoy local refreshments including Ro Ros handcrafted ice cream and Margate-brewed beer from Northdown Brewery (available at additional cost).

What to expect:

• Get an exclusive preview of the One:One Collection's full-size locomotives, large-scale engineered models and impressive working O gauge layout
• Visit The WonderWorks and discover Hornby's story at the heart of British hobby culture
• Enjoy a wide range of model railway layouts and displays inside the original Hornby factory building
• See exhibits and activities from across Hornby's iconic brands, including Airfix, Scalextric, Pocher and Corgi

• Family activities and Trainmaster play area for younger visitors

Ticket holders will enjoy entry from 9.30am, with limited parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Ticket Prices:
Adults £25.00 | Concessions £20.00 | Children (5–15) £10.00 | Under 5s Free | Family £50.00 (2 adults, up to 3 children)

Location: The WonderWorks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX
Dates: Saturday 9 – Sunday 10 August 2025
Booking: Pre-order tickets for your preferred session here.

Don't miss your chance to celebrate this landmark anniversary with the names that shaped the world of rail and collecting.

*Event terms and conditions

Visitors entering The One:One Collection will do so subject to their acknowledgement and understanding of the following conditions:

1. Entry to The One:One Collection Museum is by prior ticket purchase only
2. The museum is a work in progress – the site owners have taken all reasonable steps to make the passage of visitors safe, however visitors should be aware of possible uneven surfaces and other potential hazards.
3. Known hazards are identified and access will be restricted where necessary.
4. Children must be supervised at all times, in particular around the exhibits. 
5. Access to certain areas may not be suitable for disabled/ wheelchair users.
6. The exhibits on display are valuable and must not be touched or damaged in any way.  

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For further information contact: 

Holly Barnett, Head of PR, holly.barnett@hornby.com

About Hornby Hobbies

Hornby Hobbies Limited is a toy and hobby products manufacturer that was founded in the early 1900s. Hornby Hobbies Limited portfolio of brands include: Hornby – model trains, Scalextric – slot car racing in series of 1:32, 1:43 and 1:64, Airfix – model kits, Humbrol – paints and craft product, and Corgi – die-cast models. In addition to these iconic British brands Hornby Hobbies Limited also owns several international brands including Lima, Rivarossi, Joueff, Electroten, Arnold and Pocher.