Sell Your Model Railway in Kent: Top Prices for Your Collection

Are you looking to sell a model railway collection in Kent? Whether you are based in the historic Medway towns, the coastal stretches of Thanet, or the rural heart of the Garden of England, we offer a professional and local service for collectors looking to move on their prized assets.

We are specialist buyers of toy trains and model railway equipment. We understand the heritage of the "Invicta" county—home to the legendary Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway and the Kent & East Sussex Railway. We provide a hassle-free alternative to online auctions, offering fair valuations and immediate payment for collections of all sizes.

Why choose a local Kent specialist?

  • Home visits across the county: For larger collections, we save you the trouble of packing and shipping. We regularly visit sellers from Sevenoaks to Dover.

  • Knowledge of the local hobby: We are familiar with the high standards of local groups, including the Chatham Model Railway Club.

  • Instant valuation and payment: No waiting for auction dates or dealing with "no-shows" from classified ads. We pay via secure bank transfer on the day.

We buy all gauges and scales

From vintage tinplate to the latest digital (DCC-Sound) models, we are interested in:

  • N Gauge: Miniature perfection from Graham Farish and Dapol. Perfect for those who modelled in compact spaces.

  • OO Gauge: The British standard. We buy Hornby (including Dublo), Bachmann, and Accurascale.

  • O Gauge: Large and impressive models from Heljan, Ace Trains, and Bassett-Lowke.

  • G Scale: Garden railway equipment designed for the outdoors, including LGB and Piko.

  • HO Scale: Continental and American models from Roco, Fleischmann, and Märklin.

Areas we cover in Kent

We provide a comprehensive collection service throughout the county, covering all major towns and rural districts:

  • North Kent & Medway: Serving Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Gravesend, and Dartford.

  • West Kent & The Weald: Regularly visiting Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, and Maidstone.

  • The East Kent Coast: Covering Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Margate, Ramsgate, and Broadstairs.

  • South Kent & Ashford: Serving Ashford, Folkestone, Hythe, and the Romney Marsh area.

  • The Dover & Deal Strip: Including Sandwich and the surrounding villages.

How to get started

  1. Initial contact: Send us a quick summary of your collection to info@britishrailways.tv. Mention the main brands and the rough quantity of items.

  2. Visual check: Provide a few photos of the collection. This helps us provide a more accurate initial estimate.

  3. Convenient collection: We’ll arrange a time to visit your home in Kent to inspect the collection and confirm the offer.

  4. Immediate settlement: We complete the transaction on the spot via bank transfer, ensuring a smooth and respectful handover.

Ready to sell? Whether it's a single rare engine or a lifetime’s worth of modelling, contact us today for a free, no-obligation valuation.