John K Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 (edited) Come to the Guild's second major show of the year at Doncaster Dome. 10am - 4pm I will post some layout and trader details next week John Edited April 26, 2017 by John K 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted April 27, 2017 Author Share Posted April 27, 2017 Here is a link to some more info: http://www.gauge0guild.com/events/doncaster.aspx John K Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr.king Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 My mind might still be open to the possibility of attending, but I almost totally dismissed this show a couple of weeks ago, much to my disappointment, having noted that the listed layouts amounted only to a test track, two blue diesel era, one small quayside / coal staithe, and something about which I could find nothing at all on the internet. Given that non-members have to pay double to get in, I wasn't impressed.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted April 28, 2017 Author Share Posted April 28, 2017 Given that non-members have to pay double to get in, I wasn't impressed.... Come to the Show and join the Guild while you are there. The £5 that you paid in excess of the members fee will be refunded. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted April 28, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 28, 2017 The 0 gauge shows are quite unlike most others. There are several over the year and they vary from almost 100% traders through to a conventional show. Doncaster is probably in the "trade and demo stands plus a few layouts" category. I really enjoyed it last year more for the social side than the layouts and I managed to pick up a couple of well priced kits second hand. I will be going and have arranged to meet a few friends there, which is what most shows are about for me now. The work involved in lugging big 0 gauge layouts, (which are either shunting planks or big due to the nature of the scale) to a one day show doesn't encourage large layouts attending. That doesn't stop such shows being a good day out. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr.king Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 From my point of view, with fairly specific prototype interest and only an admiration for good O Gauge modelling of the appropriate prototypes rather than even the faintest intention of starting to model in O Gauge myself, unfortunately the appeal of the show still looks rather weak. Why would I want to join the Guild if I'm not an O Gauge modeller and don't intend to be? Why would I want to pay a premium admission price, mainly for access to traders, many of whom will be O Gauge specific, or only carrying O Gauge stock at this particular show, reducing my chances of being able to buy much that's of use to me? Unless it turns out that the layout about which I can currently find no information is actually highly relevant to my interests, then the surcharge for non-member admission is so high that it puts me off. It almost seems designed to deter non-members. Sorry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pint of Adnams Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 From my point of view, with fairly specific prototype interest and only an admiration for good O Gauge modelling of the appropriate prototypes rather than even the faintest intention of starting to model in O Gauge myself, unfortunately the appeal of the show still looks rather weak. Why would I want to join the Guild if I'm not an O Gauge modeller and don't intend to be? Why would I want to pay a premium admission price, mainly for access to traders, many of whom will be O Gauge specific, or only carrying O Gauge stock at this particular show, reducing my chances of being able to buy much that's of use to me? Unless it turns out that the layout about which I can currently find no information is actually highly relevant to my interests, then the surcharge for non-member admission is so high that it puts me off. It almost seems designed to deter non-members. Sorry. It's one of the shows put on where traders large and small can ply their wares to O gauge modellers and the Guild Executor service has a stand there; the test track(s) allow potential purchasers to test-run locomotives and stock. Any layouts are to be honest incidental but to add to the attraction for those interested in scales based around 7mm. The main event is Guildex, held in the Autumn in Telford, at the convention centre; there you will find plenty of layouts, including usually at least one or two from overseas, trade stands, demonstrations, test tracks, teach-ins, and a whole raft of other items of relevant interest. In this regard it's not really any different from, for example, the EM Gauge or Narrow Gauge society meets. Admission is not that expensive comparatively, especially if you are a Guild member, can attend over more than one day (Guildex), and bring the family on the same ticket. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted April 28, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 28, 2017 From my point of view, with fairly specific prototype interest and only an admiration for good O Gauge modelling of the appropriate prototypes rather than even the faintest intention of starting to model in O Gauge myself, unfortunately the appeal of the show still looks rather weak. Why would I want to join the Guild if I'm not an O Gauge modeller and don't intend to be? Why would I want to pay a premium admission price, mainly for access to traders, many of whom will be O Gauge specific, or only carrying O Gauge stock at this particular show, reducing my chances of being able to buy much that's of use to me? Unless it turns out that the layout about which I can currently find no information is actually highly relevant to my interests, then the surcharge for non-member admission is so high that it puts me off. It almost seems designed to deter non-members. Sorry. That is fair enough. A bit like an 0 gauge modeller looking at the line up for Expo EM and deciding not to go because there is not much of direct interest. There would have to be something of specific personal interest to make it worth going. These specialist society events are mainly aimed at members plus other interested parties. If there is nothing of interest, then not going seems a much better option than spending a day and some cash and coming away feeling that you would rather have stayed at home. I went to the 0 gauge do at Leigh recently. It was good for trade and a couple of excellent demo stands plus lots of good chat with people but the layouts let it down for me. A couple I had seen before and no less than 3 big toy train/collectors train sets. Others seemed to like it but it wasn't my thing at all! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
40F Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I see the perpetual whinger is back Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bigbee Line Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I see the perpetual whinger is back Agreed. Better not to respond directly as it "enables" them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubmill sidings Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 The 0 gauge shows are quite unlike most others. There are several over the year and they vary from almost 100% traders through to a conventional show. Doncaster is probably in the "trade and demo stands plus a few layouts" category. I really enjoyed it last year more for the social side than the layouts and I managed to pick up a couple of well priced kits second hand. I will be going and have arranged to meet a few friends there, which is what most shows are about for me now. The work involved in lugging big 0 gauge layouts, (which are either shunting planks or big due to the nature of the scale) to a one day show doesn't encourage large layouts attending. That doesn't stop such shows being a good day out. We are taking Dubmill Sidings which at 43' x 4' could be classed as a large layout. It is nice to get the opportunity to take it somewhere, especially a guild show and play trains. Looking forward to the show at Doncaster. We are also doing another one day show at the end of October at Binfield. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted May 2, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 2, 2017 We are taking Dubmill Sidings which at 43' x 4' could be classed as a large layout. It is nice to get the opportunity to take it somewhere, especially a guild show and play trains. Looking forward to the show at Doncaster. We are also doing another one day show at the end of October at Binfield. Well thats good reason to go if ever I heard one! Really enjoyed last year's show and pleased that the GOG Committee have stayed at the Dome for this year, lets hope its now a regular feature. Halifax was just a bit too awkward for me to get to! Looking forward to the show. Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted May 2, 2017 Author Share Posted May 2, 2017 Well thats good reason to go if ever I heard one! Really enjoyed last year's show and pleased that the GOG Committee have stayed at the Dome for this year, lets hope its now a regular feature. Halifax was just a bit too awkward for me to get to! Looking forward to the show. Rich Dubmill is also featured in the May Gazette. The Halifax venue hasn't been used for some years now and the subsequent venue, the school at Cleckheaton, has been the subject of major remodelling. So the Doncaster Dome is likely to be the Summer Show venue for a while - so long as it remain affordable it's a nice location. Best, John K 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted May 2, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 2, 2017 Looking forward to seeing dubmill again and really looking forward to my first 0 gauge show Brian Hi Brian, If its as good as last year - your in for a good day! Just watch the wallet - was very expensive for me in 2016 that day!!!! . Bought an A2 lol. Seriously layouts were great, and the trade support was brilliant, so hoping its as good again this year, but having said that it is more trade than layouts, but that works for me! Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sir douglas Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 just got my gazette today, Dubmill siding is looking good, last years show was very good except i didnt see any signage from the front door to the hall, but at least this time i now know where Im going Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted May 2, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 2, 2017 Ha thanks rich , I'm looking forward to dubmill and I've arraigned to pick a couple of things up already lol I may have a little to spend on an impulse purchase lol Brian Hi Brian, Well there's lesson No. 1 ... and established 'O gauger' would know that the words "have a LITTLE to spend" and "O gauge exhibition" never go in the same sentence!! In theory possibly, in reality - never!! Hehe! But its a great hobby to be in! Sorry for going off topic guys! Rich 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted May 2, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 2, 2017 We are taking Dubmill Sidings which at 43' x 4' could be classed as a large layout. It is nice to get the opportunity to take it somewhere, especially a guild show and play trains. Looking forward to the show at Doncaster. We are also doing another one day show at the end of October at Binfield. You have my utmost admiration taking a big layout to a one day show! I did it once but never again. I look forward to seeing you there as I went last year and thoroughly enjoyed my day out, so I will be back this year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
40F Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 From my point of view, with fairly specific prototype interest and only an admiration for good O Gauge modelling of the appropriate prototypes rather than even the faintest intention of starting to model in O Gauge myself, unfortunately the appeal of the show still looks rather weak. Why would I want to join the Guild if I'm not an O Gauge modeller and don't intend to be? Why would I want to pay a premium admission price, mainly for access to traders, many of whom will be O Gauge specific, or only carrying O Gauge stock at this particular show, reducing my chances of being able to buy much that's of use to me? Unless it turns out that the layout about which I can currently find no information is actually highly relevant to my interests, then the surcharge for non-member admission is so high that it puts me off. It almost seems designed to deter non-members. Sorry. £5 members £10 non members. All tickets admit purchaser, partner and two children under 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 There is a pdf Show Guide available here http://www.gauge0guild.com/doncaster_2017.pdf John K Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Dava Posted June 1, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 1, 2018 Off to this show nice & early tomorrow morning with a list of items to purchase... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
doilum Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 From my point of view, with fairly specific prototype interest and only an admiration for good O Gauge modelling of the appropriate prototypes rather than even the faintest intention of starting to model in O Gauge myself, unfortunately the appeal of the show still looks rather weak. Why would I want to join the Guild if I'm not an O Gauge modeller and don't intend to be? Why would I want to pay a premium admission price, mainly for access to traders, many of whom will be O Gauge specific, or only carrying O Gauge stock at this particular show, reducing my chances of being able to buy much that's of use to me? Unless it turns out that the layout about which I can currently find no information is actually highly relevant to my interests, then the surcharge for non-member admission is so high that it puts me off. It almost seems designed to deter non-members. Sorry. It was never intended or marketed as a general show or exhibition. In the pre internet / RTR era it was one of the few occasions for scratch builders to restock or perhaps negotiate a discount face to face with the kit manufacturer. This is still the case as the postage on small single items from different suppliers can greatly increase the cost of a project. In the new RTR era, this is the place to ask the questions about new releases and delivery dates or discuss any shortcomings with previous purchases. It is what it is. Most 7mm modellers like it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted June 1, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 1, 2018 Off to this show nice & early tomorrow morning with a list of items to purchase... Hopefully not, otherwise you missed it by by a year! Being much better organised than you, I am heading for the 2018 show tomorrow. I recall seeing another thread for the latest show but activity on it was a bit lacking so it may be well hidden by now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Dava Posted June 1, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 1, 2018 Hopefully not, otherwise you missed it by by a year! Being much better organised than you, I am heading for the 2018 show tomorrow. I recall seeing another thread for the latest show but activity on it was a bit lacking so it may be well hidden by now. I'm organized, the thread isn't as I couldn't find the 2018 entry! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted June 2, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 2, 2018 It was never intended or marketed as a general show or exhibition. In the pre internet / RTR era it was one of the few occasions for scratch builders to restock or perhaps negotiate a discount face to face with the kit manufacturer. This is still the case as the postage on small single items from different suppliers can greatly increase the cost of a project. In the new RTR era, this is the place to ask the questions about new releases and delivery dates or discuss any shortcomings with previous purchases. It is what it is. Most 7mm modellers like it. I was able to go today as a guest of a member. I am not a 7mm modeller (yet). However I thoroughly enjoyed seeing what was available and knew I was going to be able to access generic items for modelling and did so, thus being able to handle the items for inspection and saving postage or travel to my nearest well stocked modelling shops. I was really impressed with the range of loco's and rolling stock on display and the well organised Traders' stands. The latter reminded me of the way most good model railway shows were set up quite some years ago where genuine small traders used to be able to afford to attend and bothered because it was worth their while. Congratulations to whoever is involved. I would be seriously tempted to become involved in larger scale modelling after seeing this show, if I had the financial resources to support my interest. As it is there are one or two items I might just consider getting as personal display 'gifts'. Phil (4mm modeller). 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted June 3, 2018 Share Posted June 3, 2018 Having moved from 00 to o gauge in the last 18 months this too was my first visit. To be honest I was overwhelmed by it all. You are aware of the major players in the scale yet there is a huge number of smaller traders. As a result I spent a large amount of my time wandering around in a trance!! Paul 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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