One of the most famous names in toys is back, after going bust. Airfix has been bought by model train giant Hornby, which plans to rebuild the brand. But will today's Playstation generation even ...

It is the biggest happening in Toytown for a long time. Hornby, the venerable maker of model railways, moved into the car business yesterday when it added Corgi to its burgeoning box of British toy ...

The firm behind some of Britain's most iconic toys, including Airfix and Scalextric cars, has accumulated £17.2 million of debt. Legendary toy manufacturer, Hornby, has prepared a 'severe but ...

Veterans are calling for Airfix to scrap 'sick' model showing a dilapidated bomb-blasted Afghan home BRIT toy brand Airfix is selling a model of an Afghan home reduced to rubble by air strikes — ...

Playing with model cars may be a feature of many a nostalgic childhood memory, but the retro toys are enjoying a revival - with classic toy firms thankful for the boost. Hornby reported a 17 per cent ...

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THE news that iconic model-maker Airfix faces an uncertain future after its parent company, Humbrol, was placed in administration was greeted by sadness by avid fans today. :: Airfix has its origins ...