Narrow Gauge World is the only newsstand magazine that puts narrow gauge centre stage. Yesterday’s history, today’s news and tomorrow’s projects are all covered in detail in our pages.

We uncover fascinating stories from the rich and varied history of the narrow gauge, we carry unrivalled in-depth news coverage, we feature the many new projects, talking directly to the people involved, on today’s busy and vibrant narrow gauge, in the UK and across the globe. Our photography is a highlight, from period pictures often published for the first time, to the best work from today’s photographers, used big and bold.

In this month's edition of Narrow Gauge World we focus on early preservation that had such a big effect on today's scene – including the pioneer who had steam locos in his garden, and a long-lost line that ran at a stately home.

James Waite's three-part study of the narrower gauges concludes with the narrowest of all – but these 7.25-inch locos are certainly not models.

Keith Chester recalls memorable scenes on the sugar cane lines of cubs, while Michael Sanderson rides modern narrow gauge in Alicante.

Our unrivalled news coverage is headed by the increasing issue of heatwave temperatures, hope of an extension at the Lynton & Barnstaple and reinstatement of a line in the Isle of Man.

Plus narrow gauge modelling, the essential train and event dates in September, the best photography and more – all in Narrow Gauge World.