Production at Hornby’s Westwood factory, near Margate, began in 1954, during the days of Rovex Scale Models Ltd. The 70th anniversary is being marked with a selection of commemorative models, including five limited edition 0‐4‐0T/0‐6‐0Ts in special liveries. Among them is a ‘Jinty’ decked out with the Rovex logo, along with a seven‐plank open wagon.
Also being produced in limited numbers is a fully finished rendition of the Westwood factory, split between the front office structure (R7395, £43.99), plus optional factory extension buildings (R7396, £32.99) to fit against the rear of the office. Both are presented in retro-style Tri-ang‐branded packaging.