Iron Horse Hobby House
Overview
Iron Horse Hobby House is a long-standing, family-operated hobby shop on South 6th Street in Reading offering model trains, RC vehicles, hobby supplies and repair services. The store traces its continuity to a local hobby tradition dating back decades and lists dealer relationships with known model-railroad brands.
Inside you'll find new product arrivals, parts for repairs, and staff who handle custom layout work and RC servicing. Hours and inventory can vary, so check the shop's website or social feed before visiting for the latest updates.
What to Expect
A small, specialized retail space focused on model railroading and radio-controlled vehicles, with shelves of rolling stock, track, electronics and tools, plus a bench for repairs and custom work.
Look out for:
- A wide selection of model train brands and accessories suitable for hobbyists and collectors.
- RC cars and parts, plus repair and maintenance services.
- Staff knowledge on layouts, wiring and part compatibility from decades of local operation.
- Dealer listings and occasional special product announcements on the shop's website or Facebook.
Best way to experience it:
Call or check the shop's website/social feed before you go to confirm current hours and stock; bring measurements or photos for repair inquiries and expect a focused, hands-on hobby-store experience rather than a large showroom.
Things to Note
- Confirm current opening hours on the official site or by phone before visiting.
- Phone and email contact are published for ordering or repair inquiries.
- Limited retail space—special orders may be available if an item is out of stock.
- The shop offers repairs and custom layout work; provide photos/measurements for estimates.
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Today
Open today 10am–3pm




