This invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those who are interested in developing their modelling skills and creating realistic models of country houses, cottages and farm buildings for their railway layouts. The author encourages and inspires the reader and, moreover, emphasizes that railway modellers can achieve their objectives without purchasing expensive materials. Indeed, all the materials recommended in the book are either recycled or can be obtained quite cheaply. Topics covered include: The materials and equipment required to build models; Modelling meth.;Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Content; Preface; Chapter 1: The History of Rural Buildings in Britain; Chapter 2: Making a Start -- Research, Measurements, Photography and Working Drawings; Chapter 3: Constructing a Model; Chapter 4: Final Painting, Weathering and Finishing; Chapter 5: Setting Your Model Building Into the Landsc; Chapter 6: Projects -- Scratch-Building Three Rural Buildings; Chapter 7: Improving Kits and off-the-Shelf Models; Appendix: Colour Reference Guide; List of Suppliers; Further Information; Index.