Space models and kits
Space Models & Kits
Compare UK prices on space models and kits. Build a NASA rocket, Space Shuttle or space station, or choose a Mars rover, space telescope, astronaut figure or solar system display.
Featured build · LEGO Ideas International Space Station
Three ways to build
Best Space Model Kits
Start with a small Voyager brick kit, build and paint an Airfix shuttle or put together the larger LEGO Ideas International Space Station. The three picks cover different budgets, build styles and display spaces.
Best for a first NASA build
First Build · Brick assembly
149 pieces · Pre-coloured bricks
£15.99
Best for a scale kit with paints included
Challenging · Plastic kit
1:144 scale · Paints, brushes and cement
£42.49
Best for a detailed ISS display
Intermediate · Brick assembly
864 pieces · Display stand and Canadarm2
£175.00
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Recommended NASA Model Kits
Start with Voyager, a scale Artemis rocket or a larger Hubble display. These picks cover three different missions and a choice between pre-coloured bricks and a plastic kit you paint yourself.
Best for a first NASA build
First Build · Brick assembly
A small display of the Voyager probe against a space backdrop. The pre-coloured bricks make this a straightforward first build. 149 pieces · Pre-coloured bricks
£15.99
Best for an Artemis scale build
Challenging · Plastic kit
Build the Artemis launch vehicle in 1:144 scale. This is a good choice if you already have paints and modelling tools and want to finish the rocket yourself. 1:144 scale · Glue and paint required
£34.99
Best for a larger display build
Intermediate · Brick assembly
The 1,252-piece LEGO Icons set gives Hubble a larger display footprint. The supplied stand lets you give the finished telescope its own spot on a shelf. 1,252 pieces · Display stand included
£86.69
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Recommended Rocket Model Kits
Build the Saturn V and its tower in a simple slot-together kit, paint an Artemis launch vehicle or take on a much taller Saturn V for display.
Best for a first rocket build
First Build · Slot together
Slot the pre-coloured pieces together to build the rocket and its tower. Choose this if you want a complete launch scene with a straightforward build. Pre-coloured foamboard · Launch tower
£7.99
Best for an Artemis scale build
Challenging · Plastic kit
Build the Artemis launch vehicle in 1:144 scale. This is a good choice if you already have paints and modelling tools and want to finish the rocket yourself. 1:144 scale · Glue and paint required
£34.99
Best for a large, detailed display
Expert · Plastic kit
The finished rocket stands 114 cm tall. Pick it if you have room for a large Apollo display and want a kit that will keep you busy. 1:96 scale · 114 cm tall
£114.90
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Recommended Launchable Rockets
These rockets fly. Choose the electric model for parachute recovery, the water rocket if you want a kit to assemble, or the foot-pump set for repeat air launches.
Best for electric launch and parachute recovery
Rechargeable electric rocket
Choose this if you want an electric launch followed by a parachute descent. There are two launch settings, and the rocket has a built-in rechargeable battery. Launch stand and recovery parachute.
£24.64
Best for building a water rocket
First Build · Water rocket kit
Put the rocket body, tail and launcher together, then follow the booklet to launch it using water and the supplied hand pump. Rocket body, tail, launcher and hand pump.
£26.99
Best for a foot-pump launch
Foot-pump air rocket set
Choose this for a quick setup and repeat launches. The adjustable tube lets you see how changing the angle affects the flight of the three foam-tipped rockets. Three LED rockets, adjustable base and foot pump.
£32.99
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Recommended Space Shuttle Model Kits
Choose a small LEGO shuttle for play, an Airfix orbiter with finishing supplies or a larger LEGO Discovery with its own Hubble model.
Best for a first brick build
First Build · Brick assembly
Build a small shuttle with an opening hatch and detachable satellite. You can reuse the bricks to make an astronaut or another spacecraft. 144 pieces · Detachable satellite
£8.97
Best for a scale kit with paints included
Challenging · Plastic kit
Build and paint a traditional scale orbiter. The box includes finishing supplies and a choice of decal schemes. 1:144 scale · Paints, brushes and cement
£42.49
Best for a large Discovery display
Challenging · Brick assembly
Build the Discovery orbiter and its Hubble payload. Allow display space for both builds. 2,354 pieces · Includes a Hubble model
£203.00
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Recommended Space Station Model Kits
Choose a compact CaDA ISS, a LEGO City lunar station for play or a more detailed LEGO Ideas ISS display.
Best for a compact ISS build
Easy · Brick assembly
Build the station above a printed space-themed base. Pick this if you want a short build and a model for a small shelf. 188 pieces · Space-themed base
£16.48
Best for build-and-play
Easy · Brick assembly
Build the station and dock its capsule. The labs and astronaut figures make this a good choice for play after assembly. 500 pieces · Docking capsule
£51.82
Best for a detailed ISS display
Intermediate · Brick assembly
Position the solar panels and robotic arm on a larger ISS build with its own stand. LEGO has retired the set, so compare listing condition and contents. 864 pieces · Display stand and Canadarm2
£175.00
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Recommended Solar System Models & Kits
Pick a paint-and-assemble set, build a planetarium you turn by hand or choose a ready-built model with lights. Each offers a different way to explore the solar system.
A solar system to paint and arrange
Easy · Paint and assemble
Paint the planets, then arrange them on the supplied support. This suits builders who want a hands-on introduction to the solar system. Glow-in-the-dark paint · Display support
£29.93
A planetarium you turn by hand
Intermediate · Brick assembly
Assemble the planetarium from bricks and turn the handle to move the model. Choose it for the working mechanism. 964 pieces · Hand-cranked motion
£36.99
A ready-built solar system model
Ready built · Plastic display model
Choose this assembled planetarium if you want to explore the display and its lights straight from the box. Eight planets · Working lights
£32.29
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Recommended Astronaut Model Kits
Choose an articulated brick figure, fold a metal Apollo astronaut or build a larger astronaut with its own stand. We picked these for the different ways you can build and display them.
An articulated brick-built astronaut
Easy · Brick assembly
Build the astronaut from bricks, then pose the finished figure for a display. 860 pieces · Articulated figure
£23.99
A crew-focused display build
Challenging · Metal tabs
This Premium Series kit gives you an astronaut figure to display alongside a rocket or lander. The small metal tabs suit a patient builder. Pre-finished metal · Tab assembly
£33.00
A larger brick build with a stand
Intermediate · Brick assembly
Choose this astronaut if you want a longer brick build with a stand for displaying it once assembled. 1,008 pieces · Display stand
£39.09
Gift ideas
Space Model Kit Gifts
These are the three featured picks from our space gifts guide. Choose Airfix for a Saturn V painting project, UGEARS for a wooden Discovery mechanism or LEGO Ideas for a detailed ISS display.
A Saturn V kit with paints included
Challenging · Plastic kit
Choose the Airfix set for a conventional Saturn V build with the basic finishing supplies already in the box. 1:144 scale · Paints, brushes and cement
£40.08
A wooden Discovery with moving parts
Challenging · Slot together
Build the wooden orbiter and use its hand-operated mechanism to demonstrate Hubble deployment. 1:96 scale · Tension-supported display
£46.86
Best for a detailed ISS display
Intermediate · Brick assembly
Position the solar panels and robotic arm on a larger ISS build with its own stand. LEGO has retired the set, so compare listing condition and contents. 864 pieces · Display stand and Canadarm2
£175.00
Buying guide
How to Choose a Space Model or Kit
Start with the subject you want to display
Choose a launch vehicle, orbiter, station or instrument. The Revell Artemis Space Launch System depicts an Artemis rocket, while the LEGO Icons Hubble Space Telescope is a telescope display.
Decide whether you want to assemble it
Pick bricks for a pre-coloured build, plastic for a kit you finish yourself or metal tabs for careful folding. The Science Can Talking Solar System Planetarium comes assembled.
Check scale and finished dimensions
Look at the rocket height, the width of solar panels and the footprint of the stand. The Revell Apollo 11 Saturn V is 114 cm tall, so check the space before buying.
Look at the model and any extras
A stand, payload or launch tower can change the finished display. The LEGO Icons NASA Space Shuttle Discovery includes a separate Hubble build. The Airfix Space Shuttle Gift Set comes with finishing supplies.
Match the kit to the builder
Compare difficulty and age guidance. The CaDA NASA Voyager Probe is a compact brick build, while the Metal Earth Apollo 11 Astronaut uses fine metal tabs.
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Browse All Space Models & Kits
Browse the full range or filter by subject. Check the product listing for current UK offers, assembly requirements and box contents.
LEGO Icons 11382 Hubble Space Telescope 1,252-Piece Model Kit
JMBricklayer Space Telescope 70009 995-piece Model Kit with Lights
LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket Spaceship Model Kit for Adults
Common questions
Space Model and Kit FAQs
What is a good first space model kit?
The CaDA NASA Voyager Probe is a compact brick build. For a launch scene, the BestaFiesta Saturn V and Launch Tower uses pre-coloured pieces that slot together.
What is the difference between a rocket and a Space Shuttle model?
A rocket kit usually focuses on a launch vehicle such as Saturn V or Artemis SLS. A shuttle kit can depict the winged orbiter on its own or a launch stack with a tank and boosters.
Can I buy a ready-built space model?
Yes. The Science Can Talking Solar System Planetarium is an assembled solar system display. Look for the Ready Built designation on other product listings.
Which space model kits come with paints and glue?
The Airfix Space Shuttle Gift Set and Airfix Saturn V Gift Set are Airfix gift sets with paints, brushes and cement. Check the box contents for the edition you want.
Which kits depict the International Space Station?
The CaDA International Space Station is compact. The LEGO Ideas International Space Station is a larger display build with adjustable solar panels. LEGO has retired that set, so check the condition and contents of current offers.
Where can I compare rovers, probes and telescopes?
Our NASA model kits guide compares Mars rovers, Voyager and space telescopes alongside NASA launch vehicles.
What is a good space gift for someone who likes mechanisms?
The UGEARS NASA Space Shuttle Discovery lets the builder demonstrate Hubble deployment by hand. The Technik Rotating Solar System Planetarium is a different subject with a hand-cranked mechanism.
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