Meet the Team

Independent family-owned business Chester Model Centre has been awarded the title of Model Train Store of the Year 2023 Cheshire by the SME News UK Enterprise Awards! 

Now in its seventh year, the SME News Awards, known for spotlighting businesses that exhibit excellence and innovation in various sectors across the UK, recently announced the winners of the UK Enterprise Awards 2023. Chester Model Centre emerged as the standout choice highlighting the store's commitment to providing a top-tier experience to model train enthusiasts, collectors and hobbyists of all kinds.

You know us for our model trains, plastic kits, diecasts and wargaming figures, but do you really know us? It's high time we share a bit about the people behind Chester Model Centre, starting with the gaffa, Paul Boyland, owner of Chester Model Centre and resident model train expert.