Railway Model Store Reviews 

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4.6

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I ordered 2 x wagons and had no problems used a gift voucher, kept me informed and updated on delivery, but gave only 4stars as very limited on choice .As a lot of were preorder and no indication es... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy ordering and paying online. Quick dispatch and well packed. Items received in perfect condition. Only issue postman left parcel in my open fronted porch while I was away on holiday! Not RMS fa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent easy to use website Order placed over phone that was very easy transaction ... Communication on parcel tracking 5 star. Taken 23 hrs from order purchased to door step delivery .. RMS ..... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I inadvertently made an error whilst ordering online, this was at teatime. I realised my mistake after leaving the website so immediately sent an email explaining the situation. Later that evening I r... See more

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  1. Hobby Store
  2. Model Train Store
  3. Model Shop

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We're based in Birmingham, UK. Here at Railway Model Store we pride ourselves in offering excellent customer service.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wrong goods sent to me.

Ordered a 1/76 scale 15cwt Ford van got a confirmation for it but they sent me a bedford wagon. Tried to return using Royal Mail return QR system but no joy neither could the post office staff get a QR for me so I paid to return it to Railwaymodelstore.At the moment I am quite a few £s out of pocket and nothing to show for it.Not happy.

February 18, 2022
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We would like to apologize for your recent experience. We're sorry to hear you were less than satisfied with product.

We pride ourselves on our service and the high quality standards we maintain. We would like to make things right.

You can expect an email from us soon to discuss what occurred and how we might make it up to you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very positive experience

A very positive experience. The online store was easy to navigate and the check-out process intuitive, quick and efficient. The item arrived well wrapped and remarkably quickly. I would happily use the company again.

February 14, 2022
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We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hornby Seven Cities + delayed

Ok so my order was placed August 2019, to date, being yesterday, I got two items one of which was a replacement because the items are not available anymore. Hornby are awful for sending dealers enough stock so I reckoned this was why RMS were taking time to complete my order. So I'm still awaiting three hornby seven cities liveried coaches. I have phoned and emailed and lo and behold an almost immediate response. Quick update...... Spoke to Adam today, he advised a full refund on way and goods already received to be kept as a gesture of goodwill. Now that's service...

February 11, 2022
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‍You’re right—this is unacceptable. I can’t imagine how this may have happened, but if you allow us the chance to speak with you at your earliest convenience, We would like to make it right so we can get this sorted.

‍We're sorry this happened and look forward to speaking with you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

have not got my order yet x

February 6, 2022
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I’m Josh, and I’m the head of customer service here. We’re ordinarily known for our exemplary customer experience here which is why I truly apologize for your recent experience with us.

We have your details and will be in touch as soon as possible to try and make things right. Although if it’s more convenient for you, please get in touch with us and we’ll do our utmost to resolve your order.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a first time customer and could…

I am a first time customer and could not be more delighted.
First class service.

January 20, 2022
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We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent.…

The whole process from ordering to the set arriving was excellent and I will not hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

January 16, 2022
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We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 5-Star review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

just received this set from RMS got to…

just received this set from RMS got to say it's loverly great price fast delivery super emails to keep me informed and well packed up can't wait to set it up thank you for a pleasant transaction forgot to say it was the Hornby OO Gauge Tornado Express Train Set R1225M.well pleased.john.

January 12, 2022
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We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My order hasn’t arrived

My order hasn’t arrived, the Post Office can’t help!!!!

January 9, 2022
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Thank you for leaving your feedback, we strive incredibly hard here to make every customer experience enjoyable and we’re really sorry we’ve not been able to meet your expectations this time.

We’d love to resolve this as quickly as possible and find a solution that works for you. Please drop us a message directly and we’d love to talk more!

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor service if things go wrong

I placed an order for 4 pieces of track, two were delivered fine but two weren't, instead two much shorter and incompatible pieces were sent loose with the other packaged track.

I advised them that the track pieces were missing and though I didn't request a refund or replacement as value of goods was only £7, they started a long and annoying procedure to replace the items.

First they wanted photos of the packaging and details of my order and what I had ordered which they must have on their system anyway.

Another email, they wanted pictures of the track I had received.

Another email, they wanted me to measure that track.

Then they wanted me to print out a return form and fill in lots of details and send back to them having gone to the post office to get a proof of posting, making it clear that only on receipt would they consider sending the correct track.

I work in Ecommerce and understand procedures for refunds etc but they don't usually take several emails and certainly not over 2 items worth £7 in total that they didn't supply.

I asked them to stop wasting my time and remove me from their system and advised I won't purchase from them again.

I posted this review and got the response 'if you give us a chance, we intend to make this right ..' so I emailed them back with the order number and details and suggested they sent the track I had originally ordered and paid for but after 2 days no response so that seems a rather empty offer 'to make it right'

January 6, 2022
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Reply from Railway Model Store

We understand your disappointment with RMS and agree that this is not acceptable.

It’s important to us that our customers are more than satisfied and we would like the opportunity to resolve this issue immediately.

If you give us a chance, we intend to make this right and hope you will allow us to speak with you to discuss the situation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service I received was excellent

The service I received was excellent. I had ordered originally a Mallard train and was impressed with the communication when it was sent. Then I had to exchange it as my husband had already got it! This was again an easy process with excellent communication from start to finish. Highly recommend the store.

January 5, 2022
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We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The thing I like about this store is

The thing I like about this store is, the speed that they reacted to correct a mistake. I received my order and realised there was an item missing. I immediately e mailed them with my problem, to which they(after a short investigation) replaced the missing item. I was very impressed, and will shop with them again

December 31, 2021
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Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We will share this with the store team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, speedy delivery. Highly recommended. Will buy from them again

December 28, 2021
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Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

First time I've bought anything from RMS as I always buy from the very large model shops online. The prices at RMS are very competitive and the service was excellent. I've now got the website book marked and will definitely buy from them again. Thank you

December 27, 2021
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We are so grateful for your 5-star review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As efficient as Amazon Prime

Great service and competitive prices combined with a very efficient delivery service. Will be back again.

December 17, 2021
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We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant shop

It was quick and easy to buy the product only took 2 days come which was amazing there where no issues product wasn’t damaged or anything it was really great definitely order here again

December 17, 2021
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Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfectly good service

Perfectly good, reliable service. Would buy again.

December 16, 2021
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Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a very competitively priced…

Ordered a very competitively priced starter train set from RMS which arrived the next day. This experience illustrates perfectly the meaning of excellent customer service. I most certainly recommend RMS.

December 13, 2021
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Reply from Railway Model Store

Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cracking service…

Can’t review the set as it is a present as yet ungiven but the guy on the end of the phone was really helpful and I ordered at 4.30pm and it arrived at 12.50pm the following day - cracking service! Sue

December 9, 2021
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Reply from Railway Model Store

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We will share this with the store team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.

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