Model Railway Exhibitions and Events Calendar
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RAILEX 2018 TICKETS COMPETITION NOW OPEN
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND THE COMPETITION ENTRY FORM.
In conjunction with
Risborough and District Model Railway Club,
Here is your chance to win one of four Adult tickets to the
Railex 2018 Exhibition
on Sat 26th - Sun 27th May 2018
at Stoke Mandeville Stadium, Stadium Approach, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP21 9PP.
RAILEX is a model railway exhibition that brings together the very best layouts and traders in one huge hall at Stoke Mandeville Stadium. The emphasis is on quality and Railex has some very large layouts that are not normally seen at other shows. A free vintage bus will run from Aylesbury railway station carpark to RAILEX and return up to every half hour Saturday and every hour on Sunday. Up to two children can be admitted free with each paying adult on Sunday only.
Competition ends Sat 12th May.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND THE COMPETITION ENTRY FORM.
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This Exhibitions and Events calendar covers many of the Railway events in the forthcoming months. If your event is not listed just complete the SUBMISSION FORM with your details and we will add them on the next regular update.
We can advertise any of your events up to 12 months in advance AND you can submit any changes you need at any time.
Don't forget Swapmeets and Toyfairs are now listed on their very own Events Calendar.
If you have the time we would also be grateful if we could display a poster at your show.
A copy can be downloaded here (60k).
Please mention www.ukmodelshops.co.uk when you contact any of the event organisers so they can be assured that their listing is worthwhile.
You can also search for ALL events by distance from your Post Code here.
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PENDING: awaiting confirmation and further details from event organiser.
FAO Exhibition Managers: If this is your Exhibition please click this symbol to submit further details.
NOTE: This does not mean the Exhibition is not taking place, it is that we rely entirely upon the submissions of the Event Organisers and do not copy information from other websites.
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Sat 28th -
The Burley Model Railway and General Modelling Group - Open Day
Burley Village Hall,
Pound Lane, Burley, Hampshire
The Burley Model Railway and General Modelling Group is a small informal group of modellers who meet once a month to share ideas and show current projects.This show is a small event that demonstrates the interests of the group. There will be no trade stands and only light refreshments, tea, coffee and soft drink. There is one group project on show which is a 9m long representation of Holmsley and Ringwood stations as they would have been in the early to mid 20th century, MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Rotary Club of Fareham - Rotarail 2018
Fareham College,
Bishopsfield Road, Fareham, Hampshire
This will be the sixth Rotarail exhibition held in Fareham College and our aim is to provide some fine layouts in most gauges. Parking is all on-site and plentiful, everywhere is wheelchair friendly and you can refresh yourself in their superb restaurant. This charity event raised £1, 400 in 2017 for 'Flat Spaces'and will be supporting them again this year. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Sat 28th -
Mainly Narrow Gauge - Model Railway Exhibition and Narrow Gauge Show
Museum of Science and Industry, Garratt Suite,
Liverpool Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester
A Model Railway Exhibition and Narrow Gauge Show in support of the Gowrie Project.
The show will feature 20+ Narrow Gauge layouts in all scales plus narrow gauge engineering displays and society stands. The venue itself is of historical significance being the site of the world’s first intercity rail station and eastern terminus of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. The Museum also houses a collection of restored steam engines and locomotive MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Hope Methodist Church - Model Railway and Models of Yesteryear
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Rushden Academy,
Hayway, Rushden, Northamptonshire
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DD Exhibitions - Rye Model Railway Show
Rye College,
The Grove, Rye, East Sussex
Your invited to make tracks to a model railway show in Rye on Saturday 28th April and is the perfect opportunity for fans both young and old to see around 15 layouts in a variety of scales and gauges. With a strong railway heritage in Rye this is bound to be a popular event and is a great opportunity for people to enjoy nostalgia in miniature, for others to learn about a new potential past time or simply appreciate the care taken to create a Model Railway. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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St Mary's Model Railway Club (Benfleet) - Model Railway Exhibition
St Mary's Church Hall,
376 High Road, South Benfleet, Essex
Children accompanied by a paying adult come in FREE. All Proceeds in Aid of much needed Church Restoration Funds. Gratefully sponsored by Dapol, Bachmann Collectors Club, Railway Modeller and all Exhibitors. Regrettably parking on site severely limited to Blue Badge holders. Free parking however available in adjoining roads or Council car park 200 yds away MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Southport Model Railway Society - Southport Model Railway Exhibition
All Saints Church Hall,
Park Road, Southport, Merseyside
The Spring Show aimed at established modellers presented by Southport Model Railway Society. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Sat 28th -
Coventry and Warwickshire O Gauge Group - Open Day
The Church of the Holy Cross,
St Austel Road, Wyken, Coventry, Warwickshire
Our full test track will be up and running bring along your stock to run, all welcome, demonstrations on all areas of railway modeling, during the day we will be holding our annual Coach building competition, Mike lee memorial trophy (Open to COVGOG membes) free entry free tea and biscuits, come along and meet a friendly group of modelers MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Avon Valley Railway - Boys & Their Toys
Avon Valley Railway,
Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol
Enjoy a weekend of model railways from the members of the Avon Valley Railway. Various layouts in N, OO and Continental gauges. Go on a steam-hauled train service or brake van ride. Please note normal fares apply for train rides although admission to the model railway displays is included with your train ticket (Adults £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children 5-14 £6.00, Family 2+2 £23.50), Under 5s FREE. |
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Bonnybridge Model Railway Club - Bonnybridge Model Railway Exhibition 2018
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Bonnybridge Community Education Centre,
Bridge Street, Bonnybridge, Stirlingshire
Bonnybridge Model Railway Club and the Scottish Diesel and Electric Group are pleased to announce the 2018 Bonnybridge Model Railway Exhibition. 15 layouts from our own members, around Scotland and just a wee bit beyond!, full trade support, demonstrations and displays and full cafe facilities. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Mechatronics International Ltd - Mech Models Americana Open Weekend
Unit 9, Lancaster Park,
Newborough Road, Needwood, Burton on Trent, Staffs, Staffordshire
After last years successful, first event we are running this Americana Open Weekend again in 2018, as well as the American Model Railroad layouts there will also be a display of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles and American Muscle Car. There will be refreshments available and also FREE parking. At present we are still coordinating the layouts but these should be in the various scales, like last year when we had Z, N, HO, On30 and O gauge. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Epsom & Ewell Model Railway Club - The Epsom Show
North East Surrey College of Technology,
Reigate Road, Ewell, Surrey
Presenting a selection of inspirational layouts offering a mix of scales (N Gauge to 0 Gauge), traction & eras. Specialist & general traders, societies, modelling demonstrations. Refreshments: serving hot & cold snacks/meals. The venue has ample FREE parking on site with level access (no steps) to the exhibition halls. by rail: 10 minute walk (direct footpath) from Ewell East Station - services from London Victoria. by bus: services to Ewell Village (Green Man stop) 0.5 mile walk. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club - West Essex Modelrail
St. Edwards School,
London Road, Romford, Essex
Large model railway exhibition, both general and fine scale, presented by Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club, featuring 20+ layouts supported by trade and society stands. FULLY WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE to all layouts. Refreshments both hot and cold. Large FREE car park. Arguably the best show, in terms of quality, in the county so please come and see for yourself. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Neepsend Model Railway Society (Sheffield) - New For 2018 Our First Ever Exhibition
Park Centre,
Samson Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
We are pleased to announce our first ever Model Railway Exhibition featuring a selection of quality layouts and supporting traders.The surrounding streets offer free parking and the venue is on the very frequent 120 bus route picking up outside Sheffield Midland Station. Additionally we will be providing a free mini bus to and from the Station (full details on our website) Adult entry ticket also entitles the holder to a free cup of tea or coffee. We look forward to seeing you at our exhibition. |
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Sutton Coldfield Railway Society - Model Railway Exhibition
Bishop Walsh School,
Wylde Green Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Club and to celebrate such an auspicious occasion we have 16 layouts on show including 6 from the Club itself. Highlights are Oakley from Roger Strike which exemplifies the steam era branch line, and Bear Creek Junction from Adrian Hall, a Warley National award winning American multi-gauge layout with stunning Colorado scenery. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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The French Railways Society - Midlands Model Rail Show and Reunion
The Aston Court Hotel - York and Hardwicke Suites,
Midland Road, Derby, Derbyshire
The French Railways Society is holding its first Midlands Model Rail Show and Reunion. The event will be a mixture of model railway layouts in various scales, sales and display stands plus a programme of talks and presentations including guest speaker the author and broadcaster Andrew Martin. The Society looks forward to welcoming members and non members alike. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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German Railway Society - Global Rail
Didcot Civic Hall,
Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire
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Keighley Model Railway Club - Spring Open Day
The Clubrooms, Knowle Mill,
South Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire
Train minded people should pay us a visit at our Clubrooms in Knowle Mills, on South Street Keighley. Our Spring Open Day is on Sunday 29th April 2018. There will be Layouts of various gauges and scales. Refreshments are available, Free Parking and, Lift access. We are a friendly group of like minded people. COME AND JOIN US MORE DETAILS HERE...
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The Model Railway Club - Open Day
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Keen House,
4 Calshot Street, London, Greater London
Our annual spring open day - a chance to come and visit our clubrooms, find out more about us and the benefits of joining the largest and oldest model railway club in the world. We'll have at least three of our layouts running (in HO, N and EM), plus a guest N gauge American layout that we are offering for sale. The extensive library will be open for browsing, there's a range of pre-owned items for sale, and we'll have refreshments available too. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Cleveland Model Railway Club - Spring Open Day
Unit 2, the B-Hive Business Centre,
Skelton Industrial Estate, Skelton-In-Cleveland, Cleveland
Be a member for the day, see our clubroom and talk to members. On show are 8+ layouts working and under construction from 2mm to 7mm scales, with displays, demonstrations, club sales and tombola stalls. Our club hours are 6.00-9.00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visitors and new members are always welcome. |
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Northants & Rutland O Gauge Group - Coarse O Gauge 3 Rail Running Meet
Harringworth Village Hall,
Gretton Road, Harringworth, Northamptonshire
Classic 0 gauge, vintage and modernl but 2-Rail now possible. Fine-Scale locos capable of negotiating 50" Curves welcome. Bring your vintage or modern locos and rolling stock to run. Electric or clockwork welcome - Bring your ace, darstaed, mth or seven mill locos and rolling stock. Home made refreshments, disabled-Friendly, friendly informal group. Members of HRCA, Bassett-Lowke society, TCS and Gauge 0 Guild regularly attend our meets. Theme for this meet: continental. MORE DETAILS HERE...
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Please note: If you are travelling a long distance it may be worth checking ahead to confirm event dates and times. THE UK Model Shop Directory have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information however, no liability is accepted for any damage, costs, injury or financial loss of any kind incurred as a result of reliance on the information or opinions provided.
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