| Ever wondered which toy magazines are available to support your
hobby? Below we have compiled a comprehensive list showing the range of UK toy magazines
and where possible their relevant links. Now you can find out about the magazines you
didn't know existed. |
Toy Guide |
Good
Toy Guide |
NATLL's
annual Good Toy Guide
is the longest-established and most authoritative consumer guide to toys
available in the UK. NATLL co-ordinates the
appraisal of hundreds of toys each year through their toy libraries, where
the views of educational and child care professionals are combined with
the opinions of parents and children themselves. |
Teddy Bears |
| Bear
Collector |
Formerly known
as Hugglets Teddy Bear Magazine, this is a title for the true artophile. Published
quarterly and in it's eighth fantastic year, this publication is now full colour throughout
and enjoyed by bear collectors the whole world over. |
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The Teddy Bear Club International |
| Teddy Bear Club
International has quickly established itself as the UK's leading
Teddy Bear Magazine |
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| The Teddy Bear Times |
| Packed full of
news, information, ideas and inspiration and is essential reading for the growing bands of
ardent teddy lovers. The stories cover everything from rare Steiffs to the adventures of
readers' teddies. There are modern artist bears, limited edition teddies, collector bears
in fact bears of all sizes, shapes and nationality. |
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Dolls & Dolls Houses
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| Dolls House World |
Britain's
leading magazine in the fascinating world of dolls' houses and miniatures. The magazine
covers the fun side of the hobby with readers' houses and stories as well as devoting time
to give readers advice through articles on period researching and collecting. |
| Doll Magazine |
Doll Magazine
is Britain's only publication devoted entirely to the world of dolls covering all aspects
of the hobby from reproduction dolls to antique dolls, including artist dolls. There are
articles from respected authorities on collecting, hard plastic dolls, antique dolls and
modern dolls. All the latest artist dolls are covered, along with auction reports and
interviews with makers. |
Puppets |
| Animations |
Animations magazine, published by The Puppet Centre Trust, is the international review of the arts of animation in theatre, film
and television. It is the only 24 page, bi-monthly puppetry magazine published in the UK
with world-wide subscribers. |
Models/Modelling |
| Aeromodeller |
| Launched 1935, the original magazine for model flying enthusiasts caters for the needs of traditional builders and flyers. |
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| Continental Modeller |
The exclusive
monthly magazine essential for every enthusiast who models the railways of the world.
Each month shows you how to perfectly reproduce railway scenes and is filled with articles
intended to inspire, with many exciting pictures. It also boasts a huge range of display
advertisements. |
| Quiet Flight
International |
This world
renowned publication covers the full range of model gliding activity worldwide from sports
electrics, motor technology, electric events and special plan features. |
| Marine
Modelling |
The most
colourful and stylish publication covering all aspects of the world of model boat
building. The excitement of speed, elegance of sail and the nostalgia of scale/static
models. |
| Military In
Scale |
Brings you all
the latest information on military scale modelling, from AFV's to aircraft, from figures
to the future, latest kit reviews, special features and technical articles that will
enhance any model. |
| Model
Boats |
Model Boats is the UK's
leading magazine in it's field, read by around 25,000 enthusiasts
each month
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| Model Collector |
The bible for enthusiasts of
die cast and tin plate models. The market leader. Gives all the latest news
Published by: Link House Magazines, Link House, 9 Dingwall Avenue, Croydon, Surrey, CR9
2TA. Tel: 0181 6862599
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| Model Railway Enthusiast |
Caters for the enthusiast
who enjoys model railways and wants to discover more sound advice and excellent layouts.
Published by: Link House Magazines, Link House, 9 Dingwall Avenue, Croydon, Surrey, CR9
2TA. Tel: 0181 6862599 |
| Model Railway Journal |
Model railways as a relaxing
and enriching combination of art and engineering for adults.
Published by: Wild Swan Publications, 1-3 Hagbourne Road, Didcot, Oxon, OX1 8DP
Tel: 01235 816478 |
| Plastic
Warrior |
Subscription only magazine, published six
times per year. For collectors of plastic toy and model figures.
Contact address: Plastic Warrior 65 Walton
Court, Woking Surrey GU21 5EE, England
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| Railway Modeller |
Great Britain's
leading model railway magazine with the largest circulation by far. If you are an
enthusiast for railways of the British Isles, you will not wish to miss the many articles
published each month, intended to show you how and to inspire. Also features the most
comprehensive range of display and classified advertisements, so essential to many
readers. |
| Toy Solider |
| A bi-monthly
publication with colour throughout and full of great photographs and fascinating features
on all aspects of the hobby. There are competitions to win sets of limited editions, hints
on painting techniques as well as in-depth features on leading manufacturers. There are
also articles on uniforms, a regular battle of the month, and a wealth of historical
information. |
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Radio Control |
| Electric
Flight International |
Incorporating
R/C Gliders is required reading for the Electric Modeller supplying electric information
from all over the world including reviews on the latest kits, electronic articles and a
special plans feature. |
| Model
Helicopter World |
The world's first and only
magazine dedicated to radio control model jet aircraft. Columnists, contributors,
technical articles and international news make this a fantastic read. |
| Model
World, R/C Model World |
The comprehensive, up-to-the
minute magazine available for radio control model aircraft. Kit reviews, special plan
features, competitions and all the latest news make R/C Model World the only choice for
aero modelling enthusiasts. |
| Radio
Control Jet International |
The world's leading radio
control model helicopter magazine. Truly international, covering anything and everything
for the enthusiast. |
| Radio Race
Car |
The premier
radio control car magazine, catering for all levels of interest and skill in both on and
off road racing. Sets the pace with the most up to the minute, bright and informative
magazine in its class. |
General |
| Hobby's Annual |
The Model
Makers Yearbook contains various plans, dolls houses, kits, 3D puzzles, articles, all
craft materials for people wishing to make things at home.
Published by: W Hobby Ltd, Knights Hill Square, London, SE27 0HH. Tel: 0181 7614244 |
| Hobbies Handbook |
Fretwork and
model making annual. Plans for toymaking, catalogue of plans and fittings
Published by: Hobbies (Dereham), 34/36 Swaffham Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 2QZ
Tel: 01362 692985 |
| Model Price Guide |
Full price guide to the die
cast and tin plate models. Find out what your childhood toys are really worth.
Published by: Link House Magazines, Link House, 9 Dingwall Avenue, Croydon, Surrey, CR9
2TA. Tel: 0181 6862599 |
| UK Collectors Gazette |
The magazine for model &
toy collectors. |
Want to know how they do it outside
the UK? Take a look at a range magazines from around the world.
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World Magazines |
| Action Figure Times |
Worlds Best Action Figure Newspaper |
| Car Modeler |
Focuses exclusively on the
popular hobby of model car and truck building. Each exciting issue includes extensive
how-to scratch building projects, both kit and aftermarket product reviews, insights from
the hobby's most recognized columnists, and more. |
| Classic Toy Trains |
For the collector and operator of toy
trains. |
| Collecting Toys |
A bimonthly, full-color
guide to 20th century toys, specializing in post-war diecast and steel vehicles, model
kits, action figures, and character toys. Each issue, featuring in-depth articles on
specific toy lines and toymakers, famous collections, shows, auctions, and new products,
is designed to help readers make more informed, enjoyable and profitable collecting
decisions. |
| Doll Reader |
Provides beginning and
advanced collectors with information on antique dolls, collectible and modern dolls, and
the latest offerings from manufacturers and contemporary doll artists. |
| Dollhouse Miniatures |
Showcases the work of
talented crafters and miniatures artisans who create exceptional miniature houses,
accessories and dolls. Every issue features crafting projects for making your own
dollhouse miniatures, explained with easy-to-follow steps. These fun projects encourage
you to practice your skills and help to ignite ideas of your own. |
| Figurines and Collectibles |
Showcases contemporary
collectibles, primarily figurines, for aspiring and experienced collectors. Every issue
strives to expand the collector's view of the figurine world, foster partnerships between
collectors, manufacturers and retailers, and, ultimately, celebrate the collecting
experience. |
| Fine Scale Modeler |
Helps readers worldwide to
create realistic models of aircraft, autos, military vehicles, ships, and figures.
Published 10 times a year, it is read by over 80,000 persons. |
| Garden Railways |
Covers all aspects of
outdoor model railroading, including building and operating model trains, designing and
landscaping railways, and selecting and maintaining plant material. Published bimonthly,
this publication provides articles that are helpful to hobbyists at all skill levels from
beginner to advanced. |
| Model Railroader |
The world's most popular
model railroading magazine. Each monthly issue covers all popular scales with challenging
how-to projects, visits to remarkable layouts, reviews of new products, and amazing color
photos. |
| Scale Auto Enthusiast |
The number one scale auto
magazine in the world covering the complete automotive modeling hobby. Readers will find
the newest and most successful kit building techniques, collector's market insight, new
kit and product releases, and today's greatest modelers. |
| Teddy Bear & Friends |
Provides
readers with information on all aspects of collecting teddy bears and other plush toys.
Each issue features current artists, manufacturers, research and a teddy bear or other
plush pattern. |
| Toy
Cars & Models |
Leading
source of information for collectors of auto-related models. Models and
toys of all sizes and types are featured in feature stories, how-to
columns, news columns and advertisements. |
| Toy Shop |
A massive,
nationwide marketplace for old and new collectible toys to your mailbox every other week.
The USA’s only indexed toy publication with over 200 tabloid pages in each issue
packed with thousands of offerings from the nation’s top dealers in collectible toys.
Includes an extensive classified advertising section letting you buy and sell directly
with other collectors nationwide. |
| U.S. Toy Collector Magazine |
The best retro
magazine on antique & collectible toy vehicles. |
World Miscellaneous
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| Art
Materials Today |
1507 Dana Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45207 Phone:(513)531-2222 Fax:(513)531-1843 |
| Balloons & Parties Today |
815 Haines St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 Phone:(904)634-1902
Fax:(904)633-8764 |
| CNA Euro |
225 Gordons Corner Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726
Phone:(908)446-4900 Fax:(908)446-5488
18 Woodfield Gardens, Leigh-On-Sea Essex, SS9 1EW, England
Phone:01702-74588 Fax:01702-710279 |
| Country Business |
707 Kautz Rd. St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone:(630)377-8000
Fax:(630)377-8194 |
| Craft & Neddlework Age |
225 Gordons Corner Plaza Manalapan, NJ 07726
Phone:(908)446-4900 Fax:(908)446-5488 |
| Crafttrends
(w/ Sew Business & PCM) |
P.O Box 1790
Peoria, IL 61656 Phone:(309)682-6626 Fax:(309)682-7394 |
| Das
Speilzug |
Hainstrabe 18,
D-8600 Bamberg, Germany Phone: 049 9 51 8 61 113 |
| Discount
Store News |
425 Park Ave.
New York, NY 10022 Phone:(212)756-5102
Fax:(212)756-5125 |
| Florist
Review |
P.O Box 4368
Topeka, KS 66604FLOWER Phone:(913)266-0888
Fax:(913)266-0333 |
| Flower
News/Nursery News |
120 S.
Riverside Plaza, Suite 464 Chicago, IL 60606
Phone:(312)258-8500 Fax:(312)258-8558 |
Gifts
& Decorative Accessories
|
51 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10010 Phone: 212-689-4411 |
| Gift &
Stationery Business |
1 Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10119 Phone:(212)714-1300
Fax:(212)714-1313 |
| Giftware
News |
20 N. Wacker
Dr. Chicago, IL 60606 Phone:(312)664-4040 Fax:(312)849-2174 |
| Jugetes Y
Juegos de Espana |
c/San Germa,
5-1 Barcelona, Spain 08004 Phone: 34-3-3253287 |
| Kidscreen
Magazine |
366 Adelaide
Str. West. Suite 500 Toronto, CANADA M5V1R9 Phone: 416-408-2300 |
| La Revue
du Jouet |
25, Rue
Dagorno Paris, France 75012 Phone: 33-1-43-473020 |
| Magazine
Retail Sales |
700 E . State
St. Iola, WI 54990-0001 Phone:(715)445-2214 |
| Nursery
Retailer |
3023 Eastland
Blvd, Suite 500 Clearwater, Fl 34621 Phone: 813-796-3877 |
| Picture
Framing Magazine |
225 Gordons
Corner Rd. P.O Box 420 Manalapan, NJ 07726
Phone:(908)446-4900 Fax:(908)446-5488 |
| Selling
Christmas & Selling Halloween |
10 West
Hanover Ave, Ste 107 Randolph, NJ 07869 |
| The Toy
Book |
1501 Broadway,
Suite 500 New York, NY 10036 Phone:(212)575-4510 Fax:(212)575-4521
Asian Representative World Concept Limited 805 Hang Pont
Commercial Bldg., 31 Tonkin Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong,
Phone:852-729-1019 Fax:852-728-4600 Contact: Ms. K.K. Chan |
| Toy Shop |
700 E. State
St. Iola, WI 54990-0001 Phone:(715)445-2214
Fax:(715)445-4087 |
| Toy
Directory |
819 S. Maple
Ave., Suite 300 Los Angeles, CA 90014 Tel: (213) 627-7989 Fax: (213)
624-3925Hours: 9:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Monday-Friday, Pacific Time |
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