Royal Mail is issuing a set of 12 stamps to celebrate the world of Hornby Model Railways.
Each stamp features an exclusive photograph of a Hornby model set against an illustration of a London, Midland and Scottish Railway (LMS) locomotive in full steam.
What stamps are in the set?
- No.1 locomotive, GNR (1920)
- Princess Elizabeth, LMS (1937)
- 4MT tank locomotive, BR (1954)
- AL1 electric locomotive, BR (1963)
- InterCity 125 High Speed Train, BR (1977)
- Merchant Navy class locomotive, BR (2000)
- Bournemouth Belle Pullman cars, BR (2009)
- Experimental ‘Hush-Hush’ locomotive, LNER (2021)
An additional four stamps presented in a miniature sheet celebrate the heritage of Hornby through nostalgic designs, each featuring classic packaging, catalogue covers and promotional artwork from different eras.
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Royal Mail worked with renowned model railway historian and author, Pat Hammond, on the stamp issue.
David Gold, Royal Mail’s director of external affairs & policy, said: “Hornby trains entertained millions, preserved the romance of rail travel, and become a cultural icon of British design and imagination.
“Each of these stamps celebrates a piece of history, of Hornby’s craftsmanship and its role in British culture for generations.”
Martyn Weaver, of Hornby, said: “To see Hornby Model Railways celebrated on Royal Mail stamps is a real honour. Hornby has been part of British life for more than a century, inspiring creativity, craftsmanship and a lifelong interest in railways and modelling.
“These stamps recognise the enduring appeal of model railways and the role the hobby continues to play in bringing people together across generations.”
When and where can I order the stamps?
The stamps and a range of collectible products are available to pre-order from today at www.royalmail.com/hornby and by telephone on 03457 641 641.
A Presentation Pack including all 12 stamps is priced at £21.30.
The stamps go on general sale on 19 February from Royal Mail and from 27 February in selected Post Office branches.
