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07 December 2012 09 December 2012
COMM-RAIL
7th-8th-9th DECEMBER 2012
MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION
Poynton Youth and Community Centre, 107 Park Lane, Poynton, Stockport, Cheshire SK121RB
Information for visitors to COMM-RAIL 2012
Following on from last years opening success, we are confident that the long awaited move to the Pre-Christmas date will prove a further success for all. We have increased the size of the show by around 25% and more than doubled the number of exhibits. Once again several of the layouts are being shown for the first time ever and we have some which have been rarely seen or never exhibited in the North West before.
We are proud to announce the return of all three main traders (Squires model and Craft tools, Cheltenham model centre and DC Kits) alongside some specialist traders.
Those travelling from the north are advised to avoid using the A6 between Stockport and Hazel Grove- the A34 from M60 is a better way into Poynton. From the south via A34 or A523 is no problem. All roads works in Poynton are now completed!
The public open dates and times
Friday 7th 5.00pm to 9.30pm
Saturday 8th 10.00am to 5.00pm
Sunday 9th 10.30am to 4.30pm
(please note we do not open until 10.30am on Sunday)
EXHIBITORS
MARISTOW
Bob Harper
7mm Standard gauge South Devon Railway C-1900
ASTON MAGNA (1ST SHOW)
Mark Henshaw
S148-9i / 9mm intermediate Standard gauge GWR C-1940s
UPPER BENLLECH
Bob Hawes
OO Standard gauge Anglesey C- 1960-65
MELROSE END
Brian Davis
OO Standard gauge LNWR C-1930 - 40s
BODMIN
Ray Slack & Ian Hibbert
N Standard gauge GWR C-1930s
IMPERIAL YARD
Peter Latham
N Standard gauge C-2000
NEWFIELD
Neil Fraser
7mm Standard gauge Midland Railway C-1900
LYTTON CPR
Alastair Knox
N Scale British Columbia
ALDGATE & NORTON FALLGATE
David Wheelton
TT BR Blue diesel
FALLGATE
Stephen Little
4mm 009
WICK END
4mm OO
Scotland C-1988
DEMONSTRATORS
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SOCIETIES
DC KITS
Video suite
(Showing a variety of films throughout the event)
N GAUGE SOCIETY
Various aspects of N Gauge modelling
NGS Main stand in attendance!
Including 45th anniversary roadshow
DEMU
Road-show
LANCASHIE & YORKSHIRE DCC GROUP
Digital Command Control
ANDY CLAYTON
EM Gauge modelling
SCALE 148
Advanced modelling at 2.06mm/ft
POYNTON RAILWAY MODELLERS
Club stand
3mm SCALE ASSOCIATION
Modelling demo
CHURNET VALLEY RAILWAY
Information and sales stand
KEN BALL
Model building construction
BROOKSIDE MINIATURE RAILWAY
Information stand
TRADE STANDS
SQUIRES
DC KITS
CHELTENHAM MODELS
COUNTY ROLLING STOCK
(including N-Tastic shop)
BLACK CAT TECHNOLOGY
PRM
(2nd hand book and model sales)
SMTF
Model Kits and collectables
Adults
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Upcoming Events
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04 July 2026 09:00 Until 05 July 2026 15:00
0Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July 2026
Middleton Railway, The Station, Moor Road, Hunslet, LEEDS, LS10 2JQ
Organised by, and all proceeds to, the Middleton Railway Trust
Open 10:00 to 16:00 each day (steam passenger trains operating regularly between 10:30 and 15:30 from Moor Road station), light refreshments available in the shop/café. Free parking on site or nearby streets.
Admire the models set amongst the real thing in our Engine House. You can also travel on a full-size steam train. There is also the opportunity to drive a full-size locomotive, as we will be operating a footplate experience on one of our locomotives – when did you last do that at a Model Railway Exhibition? A suggested donation of £5 and no need to book in advance, just turn up on the day. Please note that you must be at least 18 years old and not older than 76 to take part in the footplate experience.
Except for the footplate experience all areas of the exhibition and the train ride are accessible to visitors with disabilities.
Admission – which covers Exhibition plus unlimited train rides:
Adult: £9
Child: £4
We are expecting up to 16 layouts in a variety of scales: OO, 0.165mm and 009 at least. Layouts will include: Stanley Ferry (OO), Leeds Trams (OO), Queensbury Depot (O), Bryn Oriog (009), Bishopgate (O) and Oakdale (OO), Bishopgate (O), Outwell Village (OO), Arfer Yard (0.165mm NG) and Whitborough Quayside (16.5mm)
Traders will include: Going Loco, Helm Models & Hobbies, Batterdale Scenics & Electronics and Leigh Models & Hobbies
Reminding us that model railways are fun too we also have Lego, vintage Tri-ang and Tri-ang Hornby operating.
This is an event for all the family – not just the modeller. When the non-modellers have exhausted the facilities, we offer at Moor Road we have Middleton Woods and Park at the top of the line, the Tulip Retail Park is opposite, and the White Rose Shopping Centre is just a short distance away. We pride ourselves on a welcome for all – come and experience it for yourselves.
If you need any further details see Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MiddletonRailwayOfficial/) or www.middletonrailway.org.uk
Exhibition Manager: Ian Dobson on [email protected]
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04 July 2026 09:00 Until 05 July 2026 15:00
0Beyond STEAM - The Great Western Hall
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon, SN2 2EY
Our Exhibition
Beyond Steam is a celebration of modern railway modelling - bold, contemporary and bursting with creativity. From diesel and electric traction to the cutting edge infrastructure of todays railway scenes, this exhibition showcases layouts that push the boundaries and reflect the railways we know and love from the last 60+ years.
What to Expect
Expect immersive, high-quality layouts, great modelling standards and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where inspiration is everywhere.
Whether you are a committed modern image modeller, a curious enthusiast, or simply love seeing railways brought to life in miniature, BEYOND STEAM offers something refreshingly different.
Venue & Facilities
BEYOND STEAM is held in the Great Western Hall at STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway.
Our beautiful venue has full disabled access and on site catering both in the exhibition and museum.
Discount tickets are available if your wish to visit both the exhibition and museum.
www.beyondsteam.com
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11 July 2026 09:00
0Exhibition to be held at St Marys Church Hall Rosehill street now known as Neuadd Ni see poster enclosed for more details etc
Poster exhibition Summer 26.pdf
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11 July 2026 09:00 Until 12 July 2026 15:00
0A model show with a difference.
Alongside up to 10 layouts in various gauges there will be trade support, bookstall, tombola, access to a Deltic cab, chance to photo one of the DPS Deltics, railwayana display, view the roundhouse and its displays, train ride on the Springwell branch
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11 July 2026 09:00 Until 15:30
0In support of the Risborough Festival on Saturday 11th July 2026, the Risborough & District Model Railway Club will be holding an Open Day at the Princes Risborough St. Mary's Hall (Church Street) from 10:00 to 16:30. We plan to part exhibit our new O gauge layout project, as well as our Test Track for members of the public to test their rolling stock on. There will be second hand sales, refreshments and some modelling displays. Admission is FREE.
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By Robin Brasher,
Despite South West Trains' best efforts I managed to get to the exhibition on time. I had my doubts when they announced at Southampton Central Station that my train would be running non stop to Waterloo but I got on a Cross Country train that stopped at Southampton Airport. The pictures show:
1. My arrival at the exhibition on a heritage bus provided by the organisers.
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I was not so lucky with my return journey as South West Trains was unable to run any trains from Southampton Central to Bournemouth and Weymouth so I ended up having to catch a taxi to Bournemouth.
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