The Hornby Visitor Centre provides a truly unforgettable journey through the history of Britain's most revered and beloved toys. From Frank Hornby's revolutionary sheet metal designs to the latest releases from Hornby, Scalextric, Airfix and Corgi, there is something for everyone to learn and explore. The interactive displays, retail store and Just The Ticket Café offer visitors a unique chance to enjoy the experience and embrace their inner child. Whether it be a nostalgic trip down memory lane or an introduction to a world of fun and delight, a visit to the Hornby Visitor Centre is sure to be an experience that will be remembered for years to come.
South East England / Kent
Hornby Visitor Centre
Visitor Center
Reviews
John Wood, a month ago
OMG! It's like my childhood! I didn't buy anything in the shop, because if I started...! It's a little small, but has three train layouts, three scalextrics and lots of details about the history of those toys. So many airfix models! Definitely recommend, though just about half a day if you have kids and visit the cafe.
Tony Holden, 3 months ago
Visiting was a itch that needed scratching and I am glad I did but it was let down by the restaurant. Yes it was busy but not packed, however the empty tables had not been cleared or wiped clean and were sticky. We ordered two coffees, a piece of cake and a sausage roll and the young lad serving us immediately forgot our order and then he dropped one of the coffees all over the floor. The cutlery was dirty and there were no napkins. The shop was well stocked and the exhibitions were really good.
Judith Hope, 2 months ago
We visited here so my husband could indulge himself and this place didn't fail to please. Very nicely set out with a big shop, and a super, very reasonably priced cafe.
Sean O'Neill, 7 months ago
What an amazing trip down memory lane. Only £5 to get in, I was a 58 year old child! Fabulous displays about how Scalextric, Hornby and Airfix models are made. The chance to.have a go at Scalextric and watch and control Hornby trains on displays. Lots of display cabinets full of nostalgia. Great shop and a coffee shop too. Spectacular.
Dave 65, 2 months ago
Long way to go for not a lot. Negative’s done let’s try to be positive. First up it was my first in person encounter with a Banksy, a nice surprise. A good display of Airfix kits, a working have a go Scaletrix, and a small have a go train layout, on the day we visited the large layout was not working. In short if you’re in the area drop in, but not really worth a long journey on its own.