Fred's model railway set with executor Peter Scobey The railway took more than 30 years to build, it carried no passengers and its surrounding scenery was awesome. But passersby never knew it existed ...

This is the incredible model railway that covers a couple’s entire home in Honiton, Devon. The labour of love took over 10 years to construct and cost £32,000 - which the couple paid for themselves.

It could take up to three weeks to dismantle the railway An intricate model train set that took an enthusiast more than 60 years to put together in his attic is to be exhibited by rail enthusiasts.