Pete Waterman is to present a new four-part TV show on Channel 4 which will explore the detailed world of model railways.
Little Trains and Big Names came from Pete Waterman’s lifelong interest in railways.
The four-part series will see Pete Waterman link up with Jools Holland, Eddie Izzard, James May and Francis Rossi.
Each guest will offer a new perspective on model railways, including helping Francis Rossi find inspiration for his first ever layout.
At the time of writing, no information on when the show is expected to air has been released.
Pete Waterman said: “For as long as I can remember I have been mesmerised by the world of miniature model railways. It has been a total joy exploring the magic of this subculture with viewers at home, and reconnecting with some old friends like Jools, Eddie, James and Francis along the way!”
Michelle Chappell, Executive Producer and Managing Director of Workerbee Group said: “We love this unique blend of famous faces with their quirky hobbies, in this case model railways. These tiny trains will delight viewers and transport us through this fascinating pastime, shining a light on our history and celebrities behind closed doors.”
Jasper Hone, Commissioning Executive at Channel 4 said: “In this wonderful new series, Pete Waterman gives us a fascinating peek into the world of miniature model railways with the help from his celebrity friends and happily you don’t have to own a train set to enjoy it – the surprising mix of model railways, celebrity biog and history truly offers something for everyone.”
Responses
Many railway layouts are so wonderful that they are like paintings in 3D. You don’t get many unnecessary comments about Constable, Turner and others .
Look forward to Pete Warermans new programme. Those that knock model railways should have a wee look, it requires electrical ,engineering, computer, artistic skills and an enormous amount of patience
Can not wait for programme involving Pete Waterman. Wingers should look closer, it is engineering electrical, computerised, artistic and needing considerable talent. Just have a peep.
David Dahms
I really don’t understand why people always have to whinge about anything new. Enjoy another programme for model railways, or switch off and shut up, it’s as simple as that
Why the hell do we need some prattish slebs to enjoy model railways.
Why do we need these bloody people?
You may not but a heck of a lot of people do. Just accept this isn’t fir you and get on with your life
Why do you feel it necessary to be so rude?
Why do we need pratish comments like this
Why do you need alleged celebrities to celebrate model. railways? Better if you had chosen real starters from the public.
Well said Fella
If it wasn’t for the celebs, we would’t get the program, the viewing oublic won’t be interested in you and I building our own layouts (that’s why we use Youtube).
Celebs = £ = program, just be happy👍
Can you tell me when this series on channel 4 begins please thanks
As mentioned in the news about the show being commissioned, there is currently no details on when it will air
It sounds a bit blokey…Have they asked Ann Diamond to contribute-big garden railway enthusiast…?
Agreed, Guy. Maybe an inclusion in series 2??
I am currently building a z gauge model railway layout and really looking forward to this TV series for tips on how to build it pete waterman is a great railway enthusiast
What’s wrong with Bloaky???? Its a bloaky type of hobby after all!!!
It’s not just a blokey thing I go to any number of model railway shows I find many girls an woman building model railways very knowledgeable about such things plus a good number of woman running model shops. some of these models they build arnt just models they’re an art form detail beyond expectation so true to life.
Hope it’s better than the Hornby Show, that was mainly one long ad for Hornby.
I met Pete Waterman at the Great Electric Train Show Milton Keynes – straight talking nice bloke. Looking forward to seeing this great idea for winning TV series with his friends. Martin F
When is show on
Hornby: A Model World by UKTV, available on Freesat, Sky etc is a must watch. You’ll see Pete, Jools and Eddie on there….
How can a model train enthusiast in Australia watch this series?
I’m not 100% on this but you might get away with a UK proxy server then watch online. It won’t be free, unless you are very lucky, but unless a Australian tv station takes the series it could be the only way.
Regards
Been waiting for a program like this with Pete Waterman&friends,should be an excellent watch.
Shall look forward to seeing this on channel four soon
Model railways has never been bigger than now, I have a little model shop on the Wirral and it’s great to see my hobby on the telly box. It’s more than just a hobby…….😎 it’s an addiction and I love it, and it’s great to see the shop full of young and old talking about building there dream layout, steam or diesels N gauge of OO and now thanks to Hornby TT gauge.
John what model shop?
Come on John where is your hidden gem in the Wirral???
Looking forward to this sounds very interesting.Pete Waterman a top man.
Can’t wait to see this .
Neil Young and Rod Stewart also have model railways I believe
I believe that Neil young actually bought into Lionel Trains in the USA big time when they were in financial trouble and saved them .
Also roger daltry
Looking forward to this.
Brilliant will look forward to seeing this ,
Railway ambassador here Pete waterman behind the scenes on and off classic guy
Gives advice tips on anything rail related
Darren lucas railway benefit fund r.b.f ambassador
When is this series going to be first televised please?
Pete waterman is very knowledgeable and easy approachable we spoke together fir about 25 min in chester cathedral can’t wait to see new series