Notice of Trading Update

Hornby Plc

NOTICE OF TRADING UPDATE

Hornby, the international models and collectibles group, advises that it will announce a trading update on Friday 27 January 2012.

The trading update will coincide with Hornby showcasing its product range and new launches at the London Toy Fair from Tuesday 24 to Thursday 26 January. These will include Hornby model trains, Scalextric, Airfix, Corgi models and the full range of London 2012 Olympic merchandise.

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Date: 20th January 2012

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