Tornado Books & Hobbies

Tornado Books & Hobbies is an independent retailer on Dalton Street specialising in transport and military books alongside scale models, diecast, modelling paints and accessories. The shop was established in 2019 by a proprietor with long experience in specialist transport publishing and retail.

You can browse in-store for rare and specialist titles or order from their online shop. Contact details and a basic shop schedule are published on the official site if you need to check opening times or call ahead.

A compact specialist shop focused on transport and military subjects with shelves of books and a wide selection of modelling kits and accessories.

Look out for:

• Detailed railway, road, air and maritime reference titles and track diagrams.

• Scale model kits, diecast models and a range of paints and modelling tools.

• Knowledgeable staff with long experience in transport publishing and hobby retail.

• An active online shop if you prefer to order items for delivery or click-and-collect.

Best way to experience it:

Allow time to browse the specialist book selection and model displays; if you’re searching for a specific title or kit ring ahead to check stock or ask about ordering via the website.

• Shop is independently run; stock of specialist titles and kits can be limited.

• Official site lists contact phone (0121 236 2283) and email for enquiries.

• Typical opening pattern is mid-week daytime; check the website for current hours before visiting.

• Online store available for national orders and product listings.