Not there any longer unfortunately being converted into some other new shops. Unfortunately I was…read morethinking of spending some time whilst I was waiting for my son to complete his university interview

I was there while on vacation from the States, After years of reading AeroModler, It is just what I…read morepictured an English hobby to be. Great place interesting owner. It is a lot like the hobby shop I worked in during my mis spent youth.

I just love coming here. It's not particularly well signposted, and isn't on a street where you'd…read moreexpect to come across it. All that does is make it all the more special when you arrive. The store is an Aladdin's cave of treasures. This isn't those Warhammer type games, no Orcs and Goblins will be found here. Instead, these are the proper toy soldiers from a vast array of eras. They are set up in displays, although the vast majority are for sale. The only downside is that it gets a bit warm in here during the summer, but frankly the awesomeness of it all is well worth it. If you're in the Buckingham Palace area with your kids, then I worth popping in just for a look around - at speed you could do it in two minutes, but I'm pretty sure you'll want to stay longer.

Great selection of toy soldiers. Fun place to shop while visiting Buckingham palace.read more

I love visiting game shops when I travel and this was the best one I've checked out in London so…read morefar. They have a great selection covering board games, RPGs (including some wonderful indie titles as well as a lot of D&D), tactics games, and hobby supplies. I had a lovely conversation with Winter while I killed time before a show. I own a game store in the US and they gave me lots of ideas for new things to try! There was a great mix of popular titles and more niche ones, all at reasonable prices.

What a lovely little D&D shop. This place is a treat. Great selection packed tightly into a small…read morespace.

Unfortunately, I left TJD Models feeling very disappointed and unwelcome, particularly because of…read morethe way the owner and sales handled my concerns. Before visiting, I had emailed the shop explaining that I am disabled and have serious health limitations. I explained that I have a stoma and receive TPN through a line in my chest, and because of my circumstances I cannot always manage repairs or technical work myself. I was interested in purchasing an RC crawler and specifically asked whether they could repair RC models if something went wrong. I also asked about whether they could help with repairing an expensive damaged figure/model that I own. Unfortunately, I received no response to my email. A friend later happened to be able to take me to the shop in person. During our conversation, I was told that they always respond to emails. That was when I explained that I had already emailed them about my disability and repair questions and had received no response. I was then given explanations that the owner had recently returned from holiday and that the salesperson wasn't technical enough to answer my questions. To be fair, the salesperson did make an effort with me. He spent time showing me different RC crawlers, answered what he could and worked out a rough price for a complete setup. I appreciated him doing that. My disappointment was much more with the owner and the overall way the situation was handled. The owner was present in the shop while this was being discussed. When I explained my disability and why repair support was so important to me, I didn't feel that my concerns were properly acknowledged. I even showed them my stoma and the TPN line in my chest because I wanted them to understand that I wasn't simply asking hypothetical questions -- there is a genuine reason why I may need help maintaining or repairing an RC model. I felt uncomfortable with the reaction I received. When my disability was mentioned, I felt the conversation was either shut down with responses that they didn't know or there was very little acknowledgement from the owner. I wasn't asking for special treatment. I simply wanted some reassurance before potentially spending several hundred pounds with the business. I also explained that I would need to use Klarna/finance to make the purchase affordable. The owner didn't appear keen on Klarna and instead discussed PayPal and the percentage/cost involved to the business. Again, this didn't make me feel particularly comfortable as a prospective customer. My friend had actually told me very good things about TJD Models, so I went there genuinely hoping to have a positive experience and potentially become a customer. Unfortunately, although the salesperson did try to help me, the way my original unanswered email and concerns were handled by the owner left me feeling unwelcome and uneasy about making a purchase. For me, after-sales support is extremely important. If I spend several hundred pounds on an RC crawler and later need help with a repair that I physically cannot manage myself, I need to feel confident that the retailer will be there to help. Sadly, I didn't leave TJD Models with that confidence. I left feeling unwelcome rather than reassured, and because of my experience I will be looking elsewhere.

From the owner: RC Model Cars, RC Model Planes, RC Model Boats, RC Model Helicopters, Drones, Multirotor, Plastic…read moreModel Kits, Airfix, Modeling tools, Modelling Paints, Modeling spares, Modeling Accessories, Model Engines, Radio Control

It says hobby shop ,and that is exactly what it is. Model aircraft is their interest mainly. Some…read morewhile ago I was told about them and wanted to start a hobby of some sort. Unfortuneatly they banned the club from the Downs (Elf & Saffty Gnomes), and it spoiled my interest. Joy destroyed by factions.I know it is meant for horses to run and train ,but they are not there all day?

You get excellent service they are very helpful there's lots of models and accessories to choose…read morefrom I couldn't have got to my rc skill level without them I'v been going there since my early teens many thanks to them both : )

Excellent, great choice, staff know their stock and work with you well, shop well layed out and…read moreeasy to get around

Just when I think that the digital age has overwhelmed our whole culture with eReaders taking over…read morefrom real books and LEGO migrating onto the computer, it's heartening to see a shop like Dorking models. No, they don't deal with models of the catwalk or editorial variety but are a wonderful throwback to the days of kids making things.They stock different kinds of models but the ones evoking the strongest memories for me are the Airfix models where I struggled to make sense of the flimsy instructions, sandpapered the plastic parts to perfection, glued them together before painstakingly painting them. Happy days indeed. They also stock parts for model railways though they don't have the largest selection in the shop. Their window displays are also quite impressive with one of a behemoth of a rail-transported German World War 2 artillery gun.

It's a much needed market these days as the highstreet arts and crafts shops have all disappeared…read more This place sells lots of useful bits and bobs, from canvass to model kits, wedding themed items, glue and scissors. Craft paper and decorative gems, glitter etc. Fairly big store, the only issue I had was taking 15 minutes to check out 3 items. Security tag removal and the four different prices that came up on till causing issues.

This place is awesome! On the retail park next to toys r us and comet etc it has so many trinket…read moretype things and little bits and peices - it's like an old fashioned milliners in many ways but without the fabric. I am not keen on crafts but my kids love it, and can spen ages looking at all the little things. I do find it handy for general household items such as fabric glue and tape to hold up hems etc. I am sure you can get these cheaper elsewhere but I have no idea where to find them! They also ran some classes there a while ago to give people the chance to learn new hobbies wwhich is a really good idea - you have to pop into the store to find out though.

This shop is just too cool, you have to go it is like an Alassin cave of stuff. Go in and your in…read moreanother world I could spend ages here. It's brilliant but careful not to spend too much money LOL

i love this store the staf are polite and allways happy to talk a huge selection of commics every…read moretime i go there i feel like a kid in a sweet shop and all ways look foward to my commic book thursday i would recomend this store to any avid commic book fan or sci fi fan :) my life would be incomplete if this store was not hear