About Our Stores

At Rails of Sheffield, we not only offer a wide range of model railway products online, but we also have two physical retail shops where customers can visit and explore our extensive collection - located at 21-29 Chesterfield Road, Sheffield, England, S8 0RL AND at Sheffield Railway Station.


So, if you're in the Sheffield area or planning a visit, we invite you to come and explore our physical shop. Discover the joy of model railways and find everything you need to create your perfect layout.

Where to Find Us

OUR FLAGSHIP STORE

21-29 Chesterfield Road
Heeley, Sheffield, UK
S8 0RL


OPEN: Mon, Tues + Thurs-Sun (9am - 5pm)
CLOSED: Wednesdays

OUR SATELLITE STORE

Sheffield Railway Station
Sheaf Street, Sheffield, UK
S1 2BP


OPEN: 7 Days a Week (10am - 6pm)

About our Flagship Store

BROWSE & SHOP WITH EXPERT ADVICE


When you visit our shop, you'll have the opportunity to see our model railway products up close and personal. Our knowledgeable staff will be on hand to assist you and provide expert advice on any questions you may have.


Our shop is designed to cater to the needs of model railway enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners to experienced collectors. Whether you're just starting your model railway journey or looking to expand your existing collection, our shop is the perfect place to find what you need.

THE LATEST RELEASES ON DISPLAY


In-store, you'll find a vast selection of model railway products, including locomotives, rolling stock, track systems, and accessories. We stock products from all of your favourite well-known brands, ensuring that you have access to high-quality and reliable items. We routinely refresh our cabinets with all of the latest releases so that you can see them in the flesh before you buy!


In addition to our wide product range, we also offer an in-store DCC Decoder Fitting service too. Our skilled technicians can fit DCC decoders to your locomotives, ensuring that they are ready to use straight out of the box. This service saves you time and effort, allowing you to enjoy your model railway without any hassle. 

A HUGE SELECTION OF PRE-OWNED


Come along and rummage through our incredible selection of preowned models! We have one of the largest ranges of second hand on display in the entire country, with routinely Over 800 locomotives, 1000s of diecast vehicles and much more available to purchase at any one time! All of these models can be viewed, inspected and even tested on one of our test tracks if you require it.

BUY, SELL & EXCHANGE IN REAL TIME


Got something you'd like to sell? Our expert pre-owned team are on hand to provide a quick valuation for your items in-store quickly! You can choose to take cash for your unwanted models or use it as credit towards your next purchase. Use our self-service trade-in system 'Rails Model Money' or give our team a call/ email to arrange a drop off in store. 

DON'T MISS OUR MONTHLY EVENTS


At the store, we run a monthly programme of events for all customers to attend - including exclusive new product launches, manufacturer takeover days, price reduction events and much more!

These events give you the opportunity to:

  • Learn about the latest news and releases direct from the manufacturer
  • Receive unique special offers on all sorts of products
  • Take part in awesome activities such as 3D scanning or scenic workshops

RELIVE NOSTALGIA IN OUR VINTAGE SHOP


Vintage Toys and Trains is the new (but delightfully old-school) shop from the team at Rails of
Sheffield! Your one-stop time machine for all things retro, collectible, and just plain cool.  
From classic model trains that chug along with charm to nostalgic toys that’ll make you say, “I had one of those!”, we’ve got shelves full of surprises waiting to be discovered.


Whether you're a die-hard collector or just here for a blast from the past, Vintage Toys and Trains is
packed with personality, playfulness, and plenty of hidden gems. Come browse, reminisce, and maybe
even find that long-lost childhood treasure. Fun guaranteed – batteries not included!

Flagship Store Map

Store Map

How to Find our Flagship Store

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ARRIVING BY CAR

There is unrestricted parking outside our shop between 9:30am and 4pm Monday-Friday and all day at weekends. There is also plenty of parking nearby.


ARRIVING BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Many local bus services operated by Firstbus and Stagecoach call near our store. The stop locations are shown on the image above.

For more information and timetables, visit Travel South Yorkshire

  • X17 Gold - Barnsley to Wirksworth via Sheffield
  • 10/ 10A - Manor Top Circular
  • 20 - Hemsworth to Ecclesfield
  • 24/ 25 - Woodhouse to Bradway
  • 43/ 43A/ 44 - Sheffield to Chesterfield

See Inside the Flagship Store

Take a Virtual Tour

The Emporium

The Main Store

Vintage Toys & Trains

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About our Railway Station Store

At Rails of Sheffield, we not only offer a wide range of model railway products online, but we also have two physical retail shops where customers can visit and explore our extensive collection - located at 21-29 Chesterfield Road, Sheffield, England, S8 0RL AND at Sheffield Railway Station.


So, if you're in the Sheffield area or planning a visit, we invite you to come and explore our physical shop. Discover the joy of model railways and find everything you need to create your perfect layout.

Watch the Video from our Opening Event

How to Find our Station Shop

Store Map
Store Map

Bring your Club for a Day Out!

Did you know we can arrange for your club to have a tailored experience at the shop? These events have been very popular and we are looking to book more clubs all the time, so don't delay and get your club down for a cracking day out at our shop. 

Meet our Store Team

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Richard - Retail Manager

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Zoe - Store Manager/ Bespoke Liaison

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Susan - Deputy Store Manager

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Anthony - Team Leader

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Al - Vintage Toys & Trains Assistant

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Cameron - Store Assistant

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Brian - Store Assistant

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Rob - Store Assistant

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Abby - Store Assistant

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Chris - Store Assistant

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Will - Store Assistant

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Amy - Store Assistant

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Jude - Store Assistant

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Harper - Store Assistant