Model Railway Exhibitions and Events Calendar 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 ukmodelshops.co.uk when you contact any of the detailed clubs or society held events so they can be assured that their listing is worthwhile. You can also search for ALL events by distance from your Post Code here. Click the Post Code to view an A-Z Map for directions, Click the Event Title to view more detail, Click the Envelope symbol to open your e-mail program to write to the organiser. 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. KEY to QUICKINFO Symbols: Disabled Access No. of Layouts L:16 No. of Traders T:8 Club Stand CS Modelling Demos Md Free Parking Refreshments   2012 2013 May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May

20 Most Popular Exhibitions : 1st May to 31st Jul 1  Mickleover Model Railway Group 2  Association of Model Railway Clubs Wales and West of England LTD 3  Salisbury & South Wilts Railway Society 4  Lutterworth Railway Society 5  Leicester Model Railway Group 6  Risborough & District Model Railway Club 7  Kyle Model Railway Club 8  Association of Larger Scale Railway Modellers 9  Ely & District Model Railway Club 10  Shepherd Neame LTD 11  Wigan Finescale Railway Modellers [wiagnfrm Exhibitions Ltd] 12  Lydcc MRG 13  Burgess Hill Model Railway Club 14  Porthmadog Model Railway Group 15  Chatham & District Model Railway Club 16  Middlesbrough Model Railway Club 17  EM Gauge Society 18  Bury ST. Edmunds Model Railway Club 19  South West Herts Model Railway Society 20  Four Marks

September 2012

• Sat 1st - Bournville Model Railway Club - Bournville Model Ralway Club Exhibition 2012
  Rowheath Pavilion, Heath Road Bournville, Birmingham, West Midlands
  

  Bournville Model Railway Club Present their model Railway Exhibition

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• Sat 1st - Tri-ang Society - Train and Toy Exhibition
  The Avenue Methodist Church Hall, Wyncham Road, Sale, Cheshire
  

  A friendly exhibition of Tri-ang Trains and Toys. Experts and servicing service available.

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• Sat 1st - Sun 2nd - Blackburn & East Lancs Model Railway Society - 47th Annual Exhibition
  Hyndburn Leisure Centre, Henry Street, Accrington, Lancashire
  

  47th Annual Exhibition of the Blackburn & East Lancs Model Railway Society  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 1st - Sun 2nd - Andover Model Railway Club - Modelex 2012
  Winton School, London Road, Andover, Hampshire
  

  NEW VENUE FOR 2012 - Over 20 layouts in N, OO, EM and O Gauge. Demonstrations, secondhand items and information stalls.

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• Sat 1st - Sun 2nd - Grantham Railway Society - Grantham Rail Show
  Walton Girls' High School & Sixth Form, Kitty Briggs Lane, Off Harlaxton Road (A607 Melton Mowbray), Grantham, Lincolnshire
  

  Please note the new venue for the 25th Silver Jubilee Rail Show (1988-2012). Featuring layouts in N, 00, H0 & 0 gauges. ample car parking and a walkable distance from Grantham station. Bus service on Saturdays from Bus Station. Venue on Kitty Briggs Lane is east of the A1 fly-over junction with A607, close to traffic light controlled pedestrain crossing. The Rail Show is sponsored by Hull Trains.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 1st - Sun 2nd - Steve Warrington Events - Llanfair Garden Railway Gala
  Llanfair Caereinion Leisure Centre, High School, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys
  

  One of the best shows in the country to see and learn about the garden railway hobby. Over 40 specialist traders and 8 layouts. Accompanied children free. There is also a free bus link to the Welshpool & Llanfair Railway who are holding their annual Gala Weekend as well. Separate charges apply.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 1st - Sun 2nd - Taunton Model Railway Group - Open Day
  Bishops Lydeard Station, Station Road, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset
  

  In conjunction with the West Somerset Gala Event. Admission charges will apply. Tea, Coffee, Soft drinks, sandwiches and cakes are available. Parking at the main West Somerset Railway carpark.

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• Sat 8th - Tappers Train Collectors O Gauge Club - Club Meet
  Bromley Common Methodist Church, Bloomfield Road, Off Bromley Common Road, Bromley, Kent
  

  This is a Saturday meet. Turn up and join in. Bring something to run, swap or sell. All folk are welcome. We run 2 and 3 rail coarse scale O gauge.

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• Sat 8th - Gildersome Baptist Church - 3rd Gildersome Model Railway Show
  Gildersome Baptist Church, Church Street, Gildersome, Leeds, West Yorkshire
  

  The 3rd Gildersome Model railway Shpow willbe held at Gildersome Baptist Church on 8th September 2012. The event is organised by the church in association with Wakefield Railway Modellers Society. All proceeds go to support a church sponsored charity in El Salvador.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 8th - Sun 9th - Medway Model Show Group - Medway Model Railway Show
  Fort Pitt Grammar School, Fort Pitt Hill, Chatham, Kent
  

  Our 14th Exhibition with many layouts, covering a wide range of scales and gauges with high quality trade support for both the average & specialist modeller. Admission rates have been held for the fifth year! Wheelchair access, free on-site parking and a friendly atmosphere; plus modelling demonstrations and a wide range of hot & cold refreshments is available. Fort Pitt Grammar School is about 5-10 minutes walk from Chatham Railway Station & close to Rochester/Chatham Town Centres, and the A2.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 8th - Sun 9th - Model Rail - The International N Gauge Show
  Warwickshire Exhibition Centre, Fosse Way, the Fosse, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
  

  The Show for the railway modeller. Totally N Gauge. Sponsored by MODEL RAIL. This event goes from strength to strength and has really established itself as the only show dedicated to all things N GAUGE. Featuring over 20 layouts on show – a full range of British Steam, Modern Image, Continental and American layouts on display; along with over 30 specialist suppliers and leading manufacturers showing all the latest models and products. an event not to be missed.

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• Sat 8th - Sun 9th - Shipley Model Railway Society - Shipley MRS Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Baildon Recreation Centre, Green Lane, Shipley, West Yorkshire
  

  Shipley Model Railway Society presents their 34th Annual model railway exhibiton, a show for the seasoned modellers and families alike. With top quality layouts and trade an all 3 floors of the centre, this is a show not to be missed. Free car parking and refreshmens. Easy access from major road networks and rail services.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 8th - Sun 9th - Gauge 0 Guild - Guildex 2012
  Telford International Centre, St Quentin Gate, Telford, Shropshire
  

  All tickets are family (2+2) and are valid for both days  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 15th - Shaftesbury & Gillingham Railway Society - Gillingham Model Railway Show
  Gillingham Primary School, School Road, Gillingham, Dorset
  

  A small friendly show in Gillingham, organized by the Shaftesbury & Gillingham Railway Society, featuring up to 10 layouts and trade support as well as homemade cakes and refreshments.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 15th - Mid Essex MRC - 35th Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Shenfield High School, Oliver Road, Shenfield, Essex
  

  35th Annual Model Railway Exhibition, includes additional stand in association with the Great Eastern Railway Society to celebrate 150 years of the formation of the Great Eastern Railway.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 15th - German Railway Society - European Model Railway Exhibition
  Sutton Coldfield Town Hall, Upper Clifton Street, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
  

  Detailed information will be published as soon as it is available

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• Sat 15th - Sun 16th - Erith Model Railway Society - Bexleyheath Model Railway Exhibition
  Scout & Huxtable Halls, St Martin's Church, Erith Road, Bexleyheath, Kent
  

  Featuring up to 15 layouts, with trade support and light refreshments.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 15th - Sun 16th - Blackpool & North Fylde Model Railway Club - 31st Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Fleetwood High School, Broadway, Fleetwood, Lancashire
  

  Blackpool and North Fylde MRC'S 31st annual exhibition will once again be held at Fleetwood High School approx 5 miles north of Blackpool. The exhibition over two halls will feature 20 - mostly guest - layouts as well as full trade support. The venue offers plenty of free parking and will also feature the Hornby Scalextric display. Full details are available on the club website - blackpoolandnorthfyldemrc.co.uk

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• Sat 15th - Sun 16th - The Railway Enthusiasts’ Club - 2012 Model Railway Exhibition
  Woking Leisure Centre, Kingfield Road, Woking, Surrey
  

  Once again the REC will be holding it's Model Railway Exhibition at the Woking Leisure Centre in September 2012. With over 60 layouts and trade stands plus demonstrations and Societies This is a big Show and not one to be missed. The layouts will be added as soon as they are confirmed. Trade stands are anticipated to be much the same as 2011  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 15th - Sun 16th - Worthing Model Railway Club - Worthing Model Railway Exhibition
  Durrington High School, The Boulevard, Worthing, West Sussex
  

  Ample free parking. Durrington station is about 10 - 15 minutes walk. Buses 6, 9, 10 & Pulse stop nearby Access to the Boulevard is off the A2032 Littlehampton Road. As you turn into the Boulevard southbound from the roundabout, the entrance drive to the school is the first turn left. (Note that there is no right turn into the school drive from the northbound carriageway of the Boulevard). As you turn into the drive you will see the school and car park in front of you

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• Sun 16th - Hurley 0 Gauge Group - Public Running Session
  St Dunstan's Catholic Church Hall, Wakeman Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire
  

  Bring your locos and stock to run on our 2 rail fine scale 4 oval 0 gauge test track ( Each circuit has an approx 75' run). In addition there will usually be 4 or 5 traders as well as light refreshments and free parking in the adjacent car park. Bourne end station is a 275 yard walk away. The event will be sign posted from the parade (A4155)  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sun 16th - Hinckley Toy & Collectors Fair - Hinckley Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Ashby Road Sports Club, Hangmans Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire
  

  Our annual exhibition offers many layouts, covering a range of scales and gauges, with quality trade support for both the average and specialist modeller. Wheelchair access, free on-site parking and a friendly atmosphere plus a range of hot and cold refreshments are available all day.

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• Sun 16th - Yeovil Railway Centre - Yeovil Model Railway Exhibition & Steam Train Day
  Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction Railway Station, Stoford, Somerset
  

  Admission also includes Steam Train Day + Miniature Railway rides. It may not be possible to carry unfoldable wheelchairs on train but shop, refreshments & majority of exhibition accessible. Also includes Salisbury & Stonehenge Gauge 1 Model Railway layout. Check website nearer date for layouts attending. One child admitted free per full paying adult, otherwise £3. Main Line Steam booked for servicing on this day (Check nearer the date).

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• Sat 22nd - Rotary Club of Cranleigh - A Festival of Model Railways
  Cranleigh Village Hall, High Street, Cranleigh, Surrey
  

  Layouts in all Gauges  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 22nd - Oxford M.R.C - Model Railway Exhibition
  United Reform Church, Collinwood Road, Headington Oxford, Oxfordshire
  

  Children are free if accompanied by an adult. Car Parking is free nearby, but NOT at the Church  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 22nd - Seaboard Southern Model Railroad Club - American Model Rail Show
  The Holbrook Club, North Heath Lane, Horsham, West Sussex
  

  This show will appeal to all who are interested in modelling American Railroads. Layouts include the club members latest modular layout plus layouts in HO, N and On30 scales. FREE on site parking and easy access by public transport makes this a must see show.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 22nd - Broad Gauge Society - Model Railway Exhibition
  St Nicolas Church Hall, West Mills, Newbury, Berkshire
  

  The Society's regular exhibition of Broad Gauge modelling returns to Newbury with the usual mix of layouts, Society trade and publications as well as a bring and buy stand. There will also be 2 trade stands and one by the Firefly Trust.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 22nd - Twickenham & District Model Railway Club - Library - Mini Exhibition
  Twickenham Public Library, Garfield Road, Twickenham, Greater London
  

  Twickenham & District Model Railway Club present the 2012 mini exhibition including the ’Old Tram Depot’ diorama; Kerswell & Tidmeric, a OO DCC demonstration layout, Twickenham Junction a work in progress OO layout, scratch building models demonstration, Bob Philp’s ’ironing board ’ layout, Siege Street Trams and a Drive-A-Train - a layout especially designed to keep the children entertained. Plenty of free railway modelling advice will be available.

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• Sat 22nd - Culm Valley Model Railway Club - 4th Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Willand Village Hall, Gables Road, Willand, Devon
  

  Annual exhibition of the Culm Valley Model Railway Club featuring a variety of gauges including O, OO, HO, OO9, N, and T. There will be a couple of trade stands plus refreshments and free parking available.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 22nd - Yealmpton Community Association - Model Railway Show
  Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park, Yealmpton, Plymouth, Devon
  

  Model Railway Exhibition

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• Sat 22nd - Sun 23rd - Ayr Model Railway Group - 36th Annual Model Railway Show
  The Citadel Leisure Centre, South Beach Road, Ayr, Ayrshire
  

  As usual a variety of layouts from N gauge through to 0 gauge. Free parking is adjacent and the centre is easy walking distance from the town centre. Watch our web site for further details.

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• Sat 29th - Bentley Model Railway Group - BMRG Chippenham Show
  Sheldon Sports Hall, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire
  

  Bentley Model Railway Group are pleased to announce their one day Chippenham Model Railway Show will again be held at the Sheldon Sports Hall, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HJ, United Kingdom.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 29th - Sun 30th - The Yorkshire Group of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers Ltd - Elsecar Garden Railway Show
  Elsecar Heritage Centre, Elsecar, Barnsley, South Yorkshire
  

  The best show for railways normaly seen in our gardens, held in the large hall at Elsecar Heritage Centre for two days where all aspects of this hobby can be seen or purchased. On display are 16mm. Scale model steam engines and rolling stock running on 7 layouts with superb buildings. 28 Sales displays of the best in model railways. Videos of railways in our gardens always showing together with friendly chat and advice.

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• Sat 29th - Sun 30th - Scalefour Society - Scaleforum
  Leisure Centre, Guildford Road, Leatherhead, Surrey
  

  Scaleforum provides an opportunity to see some of the best layouts built to a scale of 4mm to one foot.

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• Sat 29th - Sun 30th - Leigh Model Railway Society - Annual Exhibition
  St Josephs Hall, Chapel St, Leigh, Greater Manchester
  

  New town centre venue. ample free parking nearby. Wheelchair access via side door.

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• Sat 29th - Sun 30th - Southport Model Railway Society - 39th Annual Model Railway Exhibition
  Birkdale High School, Windy Harbour Road, Southport, Merseyside
  

  We have an enhanced emphasis on Demonstrations in encouragement of spreading Model Railway Modelling skills. Free car parking with approx capacity in excess of 500. Access off A565 opposite Nixons Lane PR8 3ES. This will be fourth year that we have held Admission Charges.  MORE DETAILS HERE...

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• Sat 29th - Sun 30th - Boston Model Railway Society - Boston Model Railway Exhibition
  Stickney Village Hall, Hall Lane, Stickney, Lincolnshire
  

  Boston Model Railway Society annual exhibition. Run by club members and family. Date changed to coincide with Evergreens Miniature Railway They will be open on the 29th Sept from 10:30am to 4pm Located on the A16 just North of Stickney on the left. PE22 8EF - - evergreensrail.co.uk

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