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Arnold and Hornby TT Christmas Gift Guide 2026
Discover the best model railway gifts for 2026, including perfect gifts for children, great legendary locomotives, and rolling stock.
Our heritage brand has been making Christmas dreams come true for families for many years. Whether you’re looking for model railway gift ideas for experienced modellers or you want to help someone get started in a new, rewarding hobby, you’ve come to the right place.
Scroll down to find gifts to delight and inspire your friends and family.
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Get that Christmas feeling with Arnold and Hornby TT
Celebrate the season of giving with this complete Christmas gift range.
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FAQs
What is the cut-off date for delivery by Christmas?
To make sure your order arrives in time for Christmas, please place it by the dates below:
- UK Express Shipping: Order by midnight 22nd December
- UK Click and Collect by DPD Pickup: Order by midnight 22nd December
- UK Standard Shipping (includes Highlands and Islands): Order by midnight 19th December
- EU / Rest of World Standard Shipping: Order by midnight 15th December
What train sets are available for Christmas 2026?
The Scotsman Train Set can be the perfect gift in TT Scale. Inside the box, you’ll find a highly detailed, motorised steam locomotive alongside three exquisite Pullman dining cars, each with individually lit table lamps. The set includes all the track you need to create your miniature railway, as well as an electric controller for smooth operation.
If you want another Hornby TT train set, The Easterner Train Set is a great gift.
We’ve got lots more to choose from too. Discover all our train sets here.
What makes train sets such a special gift?
A train set is more than just a toy – it can spark a lifelong hobby that builds creative skills, boosts historical knowledge and helps maintain festive traditions that have been bringing joy to Christmas for generations. If you are looking for gifts for model railway enthusiasts, you have come to the right place – we have everything they could ever want right here.
What is your returns policy for the Christmas period?
Any orders placed between 1st November and 24th December can be returned for a refund or exchange until 10th January. Any orders placed after 24th December will be subject to our usual 14-day returns policy.
What payment options do you accept?
We make Christmas shopping both easy and secure with a choice of trusted payment methods:
- Credit and debit cards
- PayPal
All transactions use the latest security protections.
Do you ship outside of the UK?
Yes, we deliver to destinations all around the world. For a full list of countries we deliver to check out our delivery guide here.
Can I earn Hobby Rewards points on gift purchases?
If you're already signed up to Hobby Rewards, you'll earn 10 points for every £1 you spend, whether that's on a new model for your own layout or on a gift for someone this Christmas.
If you've yet to sign up - do it now! It's free to join, and you can start earning Hobby Rewards points straight away. Plus, there are loads of other benefits of membership to enjoy.
Don't forget to tell any gift recipients to sign up too, and you can experience some of those benefits together!