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The railway strike has come at an inconvenient time for sure. This is the second time in recent years that a strike has affected our show. Anyway, a reminder that park and ride facilities are available both Saturday and Sunday at Broxden, Perth from where a bus route will take you in to a stop near to the Dewars Centre. Parking at Broxden is free. https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Broxden-Park-and-Ride/Perth-Station-Scotland

Just a quick update. The exhibition is going ahead as planned and we hope to run as near a normal show as possible. We are really looking forward to seeing everyone back after what has been a difficult two years. We have some great layouts and the usual selection of trade and societies. So make a date in your diaries please and come along to Scotland's Summer Show. Stan

Hi, Perth exhibition was technically cancelled but some of the layouts booked to appear this weekend will now appear next year. The others will be moved to 2022 and 2023. Plans are well underway and we are assuming a full show as normal will take place in 2021. Regards, Stan

Hi, We will post a list of layouts within the next seven days. Regards, Stan

Here is a great video.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK--yfQ1t3M

Well, another show is done. Our 28th one and planning has already started on No. 29.... (June 27th & 28th 2020) It was great to see so many people there over the weekend and my thanks to all exhibitors for continuing to grow the show's reputation as the friendly show. We much appreciate the great feedback we are getting from everyone. We had a rather unexpected twilight session in the Ice Rink, losing the lights for a short time when a lightning strike tripped the power. It was actually surprisingly good to see some layouts in a totally different light so to speak! Trophy winners: Best in show: The Harburn Hobbies Trophy was won by John Thorne for his layout "Purbeck" John also won the Robert Bruce Memorial Shield for best scenic overall. John Campbell won the Jimmy Robertson Cup for technical achievement for his layout Campbell's Quarry. The Greenscene/Ten Commandments Trophy awarded for an item of outstanding scenic or architectural achievement was won by Robin Gay for the hops field scene on his layout Rolvenden. Regards to all, Stan and the Team

Sun is coming out here, all set to open after the last 3 stands arrive. Hope everyone enjoys the exhibition.

Hi Phil, Get well soon. There will be a space for NGS next year. Regards, Stan

Well, the first trader should be in and set up (already!). One day early.... We will have a TV crew on site during the set up and on Saturday filming for a new documentary. Don't be shy if you are asked to contribute to an interview..... Stan

Just another late change - this time an addition. Alan Goodwillie will be bringing his latest Scalefour layout along "under construction" to let you see how it is done as well as demonstrating various building techniques. We are grateful to Alan for attending and look forward to seeing him and his team.

Complete list for our exhibition is below:

Legomanbiffo will be on Stand 76 in Hall 2, so will be able to supply sound decoders from there.

Yes must be Hattons... I live in the steam age!

Even more news: Now that the Perth MRG is part of Scottish Model Engineering Trust, it looks like we will be able to operate live (indoor in Hall 1) steam train rides courtesy of our new colleagues. This will be confirmed shortly and if it happens will certainly add to the atmosphere of the exhibition!

More news: Finishing Touches have withdrawn due to unforeseen circumstances. A replacement is being investigated to take their allocated space. Seminars by Legomanbiffo. One seminar per day in the luxurious surroundings of the Board Room at Dewars Centre but instead of an audience with Lord Sugar, you are welcome to come along to find out about the following: An introduction to the version 5 chip and how its features will benefit everyone. A pre-production Heljan Class 66 will be used to demonstrate that. Some information on DVT and DBSO operations and dispelling the myth that 'electrics, DVTs and DBSOs don't make any sounds'. This will include a Class 47/7 and DBSO, plus a 67, 86, 87 and a 90 running with a DVT. There will also be a good light and sound demo including a London Underground S stock with door opening lights and third rail arc flashes, 1 153 with door opening lights and an Autoballaster with sound and lights. Also, a little bit about bi-mode operation using the Hornby IEP as an example. Also included, Neil will be some examples new steam and irish diesel sounds and answering as many questions as possible. All of this is for free! Each day the seminar will start at 2.00 pm and last for an hour or longer if there is lots on interest and as many questions and discussion as you like. Please register for the seminar at the entry desk or at Stand 76 Regards, Stan