The latest issue of Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine for fans, is available to order now, with an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the year’s biggest LEGO Marvel releases, 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier.
Senior Model Designers Mark Stafford and Mark Tranter take readers inside the development of the enormous display model. They reveal how the team recreated the iconic flying aircraft carrier from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In an in-depth interview, they discuss the challenges of designing at such a large scale, the decisions that shaped the final model and the passion for Marvel that helped bring the project to life.
Elsewhere in Issue 142, Blocks explores another major new LEGO project as the designers behind the Pokémon SMART Play range explain how they created an entirely new building experience. The feature reveals how technology and traditional LEGO play were brought together while maintaining the creativity and quality fans expect.
Disney fans can also discover the story behind 43302 Main Street, U.S.A. as The Walt Disney Family Museum Content and Research Manager Bri Bertolaccini explains the history of Disneyland’s famous entrance and uncovers some of the hidden details included in the LEGO model.
The magazine’s Reviews section takes an honest look at the latest releases, including Technic 42232 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear Megacar, KPop Demon Hunters 72537 Derpy Tiger & Sussie Bird, 21368 Peanuts: Snoopy’s Doghouse and more.
Issue 142 also showcases outstanding fan creations, with Ralf Langer’s atmospheric Broken Home taking the spotlight, alongside incredible brick-built swords and the latest creations from Rogue Olympics. Readers will also find out what Chief Marketing and Product Officer Julia Goldin had to say at SXSW, a Top 10 of Friends conservation sets, instructions for building a mini Mewtwo and plenty more across 116 pages.
Blocks Issue 142 is available to order worldwide as a single issue or as part of a subscription, with copies arriving in UK shops from August 7.
A one-year UK print subscription costs just £64.90, saving £52.10 compared to buying individual issues. Readers who subscribe before August 3, 2026, while stocks last, will receive a free LEGO polybag, while those taking out a two-year print subscription will also receive a free Blocks T-shirt.
Subscribers are also entered into the latest monthly prize draw, with one lucky winner receiving LEGO Architecture 21066 New York City – The Big Apple. To be eligible, simply have an active Blocks subscription at 5.00pm UK time on September 3, 2026. Existing subscribers are automatically entered.
Issue 142 is available to order now from the Blocks online shop.