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17 November 2018 18 November 2018
Event Name: Annual Model Railway Exhbition
Classification: Exhibition
Address: Patcham Community Centre Ladies Mile Road Patcham BN1 8TA
Day 1: 17th November 2018
Opening times Day 1: 1000 to 1700
Day 2: 18th November 2018
Opening times Day 2: 1000 to 1600
Prices: Adults £4.00Senior £3.50 Child £2.50 Family £11.00 (2A + 2C).
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website: http://www.brightonmrc.com/exhibition.htm
Organising body: Brighton Model Railway Club
Organiser: Dave Clements (Secretary) on 01273 771929 or email us [email protected]
Our 40th annual Model Railway Exhibition will be opened on the Saturday by Nick Owen the well known newsreader and Rail enthusiast.
8 confirmed layouts in 6 scales / gauges including, Plumpton Green, Sub Wealden, Hurstmonceaux and Dock Green.
Trade and Society support from Morris Models, Brian Trains, Tram 53, RCTS and many others.
Our world famous catering will also be available throughout the weekend.
Free parking on site.
Close to bus routes 5, 5A, 5B and 56 (up to 13 buses an hour on Saturday).
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17 November 2018 18 November 2018
Event Name: Workington Model Railway Exhibition
Classification: Exhibition
Address: Energus BuildingBlackwood RoadLillyhallCA14 4JW
Day 1: Saturday 17 November
Opening times Day 1: 10.00 - 5.00
Day 2: Sunday 18 November
Opening times Day 2: 10.00 - 4.00
Prices: Adult = 5.00Accompanied child FREE
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website: www.solrail.co.uk
Organising body: Solrail Ltd
Organiser: Philip [email protected]
With at least 12 layouts this is the biggest model railway exhibition in Cumbria.
See website for more details
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17 November 2018 18 November 2018
Event Name: Falmouth Maritime Museum - Model Engineers Event
Classification: Exhibition
Address: National Maritime Museum FalmouthDiscovery QuayFalmouthCornwallTR11 3QY01326 313388
Day 1: Saturday 17 November 2018
Opening times Day 1: 10.00am - 4.30pm
Day 2: Sunday 18 November 2018
Opening times Day 2: 10.00am - 4.30pm
Prices: Call for information01326 313388
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website: https://nmmc.co.uk/
Organising body: National Maritime Museum Falmouth
Organiser: National Maritime Museum Falmouth
A celebration of model engineering in Cornwall. See stunning models, expert live demonstrations and get involved with activities for all ages
The Model Engineering Showcase will be an exciting event bringing together members of Cornwall’s varied and diverse modelling community and providing an exclusive spectacle for visitors to the Museum. Come along and see the full spectrum of model engineering, from steam locomotives and model boat building through to the more modern gadgets including aeroplanes and helicopters. There is an action-packed programme planned with exhibits from over 15 clubs and societies who will be present displaying their work. In total nearly 200 models will be on display. There will also be a range of modelling activities on offer for visitors including plastic kit make and take sessions and the popular museum scrapheap challenge. This is a great day out for all the family, one the children will love with all the working models. If you are interested in modelling yourself or want to rekindle your childhood memories, you will find something amongst the many diverse types of modelling on display to admire. If you are not already a modeller hopefully the exhibition will fire your imagination to build something yourself and enjoy one of these satisfying hobbies.
Clubs and societies attending include:
City of Truro Mariners
David Fortey with his model of the Aircraft Carrier Ark Royal
Helston and Falmouth Model Railway Club
Falmouth Society of Railway Modellers
West Cornwall Model Railway Group (N gauge)
RC Cornwall Flyers
Redruth District Model Flying Club
Camborne Pond Hoppers
Hayle Model Railway Club
Hayle Model Boat Club
Norman Leighton with his model trains
Falmouth Model Boat Club
Mick French with his model Ocean Liners
Richard Bowden with his model ships
Perranporth and District Model Engineering Society
Cornish Scale Modellers/IPMS West Cornwall
Caen Model Club
There will also be a trade stand and demonstrations from Axminster tools.
"We are delighted that this Model Engineering Showcase is returning to the Maritime Museum in Falmouth and that its scope has widened from boats and ships to new sections on aero engineering and model railways. It presents a golden opportunity for anyone of any age who has the slightest hint of an interest in model engineering to learn what is happening in Cornwall all the year round, put the date in your diary now” said Pat Howard of NMMC Modellers Unit.
The doors are open from 10 am to 5 pm both days and entry to this fantastic event is included with your admission ticket, valid for a year!
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17 November 2018
Event Name: Portsmouth Model Railway Show, presented by the South Hants MRC
Classification: Exhibition
Address: The Admiral Lord Nelson School,Dundas Lane,Portsmouth,Hampshire PO3 5XT
Day 1: Saturday 17th November 2018
Opening times Day 1: 10:30am to 4:30pm
Prices: Adults - £5Accompanied children - FreeUnaccompanied children - £3
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website: https://www.shmrc.org.uk/exhibition/
Organising body: South Hants Model Railway Club
Organiser: The SHMRC Secretary(Richard Butler)[email protected]
The South Hants MRC are proud to present their November 2018 show. We have an excellent selection of very high quality Layouts, Demonstrators and Traders. There is a standard adult admission charge of £5 (no concessions) but all accompanied children will be admitted free (unaccompanied children £3). If you are bringing small children please note that some exhibits are quite high and a small stool might be helpful.
List of Traders Attending :
Booklaw Publications
C&L Finescale
Coastal DCC
Falcon Masterpiece Figures
London Road Models.
Model Railway Developments
Penbits
Rumney Models
Squires Tools
The Model Shop
List of Layouts Attending :
St Marnock - 7mm - 0
Outwell Village - 4mm - OO
Horselunges - 4mm - P4
Trowland S - 1/64th
End of the Line - 7mm - 0
Stoke by Nayland 4mm - P4
Leysdown - 4mm - P4
Hope Under Dinmore4mm EM -
Sherton Abbas - 7mm - 0
Fulton Terminal - 3.5mm - HO
Banbury - - N
Widley St.George - 00 Thomas.
List of Demonstrations :
Roger Sawyer (Soldering)
Roy Hckman (Buildings / Scenic Modelling)
Jerry Clifford 2mm Demonstration.
2mm Scale Association Stand.
EM Gauge Society, Stand and Demonstrations.
Scalefour Society Stand and Demonstrations.
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17 November 2018
Event Name: Off the Rails
Classification: Exhibition
Address: Astley Independent Methodist Church, Manchester Road, Astley, Tyldesley, Greater Manchester M29 7BP
Day 1: 17/11/2018
Opening times Day 1: 10am to 12pm1pm to 3pm
Prices: 50p per person1.50 for a family group of any size
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website:
Organising body: Astley Christian Fellowship
Organiser: Roy Heslop01942 [email protected]
"Off the Rails!" tries to cater for all age ranges, particularly for those at the younger end of the spectrum and their relatives. with a variety of different attractions on a train theme
Including: storybooks, working layouts, puzzles, worksheets and model building to engage the youngsters -whilst railway simulation games, DVDs and display tables are an attraction to older children and adults. The event aims to appeal to all our visitors in some way - especially if they happen to like trains!
We encourage "pre-teens" and their families to enjoy a hobby together
There are no advance tickets: just turn up on the day.
Special train biscuits are available as you leave for a small donation.
All proceeds from the event are given to Mission Helping Hands
List of Traders Attending : Lancashire Mining Museum - Sale of "N" "Oo" and "O" Coal Wagons
The Mining Museum is Open All Day Only 1/2 Mile from the Venue.
List of Layouts Attending :
Brianville "N" Gauge
Hornby Trackmat 00 Gauge DC For Children to Control
Abbott's Yard 0-16.5 7mmnga DCC Shunting Layout
Smokey Mountain & Soggy Bottom Railway
Gn15 Rowland Emett Style Railway
Madeira Meadows Gn15 Rowland Emett Cakebox
Oval SM 32 For Children to Control.
The Bunny Mine 7mmNG Cakebox
Shunting Puzzle Demonstration.
List of Other Displays :
Card Building.
Coal on Wheels
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17 November 2018 10:00
Event Name: Wensum Valley Model Railway Exhibition 2018
Classification: Exhibition
Address: Wensum Valley Hotel, Beech Avenue, Taverham, Wensum Valley Hotel, Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6HP
Day 1: Saturday 17th November
Opening times Day 1: 10.00 - 16.00
Prices: £5.00 Adult, £2.00 children, £5.00 Adult, £2.00 children, Family £12.00 (2+2)
Disability access: Yes
Car parking: Yes
Website: www.32AMRC.co.uk
Organising body: 32A Model Railway Club
Organiser: [email protected]
NORWICH (new venue).
Wensum Valley Model Railway
Exhibition 2018.
Wensum Valley Hotel, Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6HP
SATURDAY 17th November 10.00 –16.00
32A Model Railway Club and Fundraisers of Aylsham and District
present a Model Railway Exhibition.
Proceeds to 32A MRC and The Walnut Tree Project (Veterans
Charity).
Tea and Coffee in the exhibition, and in the Hotel,
refreshments available, including Lunches and a Full Bar.
(no alcohol in the exhibition halls)
Admission exhibition: £5.00 Adult, £2.00 children,
Family £12.00 (2+2)
Wheelchairs and companion at children rate.
16 + layouts, good trade support.
Free Car-parking
Bus routes yellow line 28 or 29 alight at Taverham High School.
Details: telephone 01603 714837 (Alan) or 01263 734115 (Brian).
www.32AMRC.co.uk email: [email protected]
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Upcoming Events
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08 November 2025 10:00 Until 09 November 2025 16:00
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08 November 2025 10:00 Until 09 November 2025 16:30
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8-9 November 2025
For any enquiries regarding the 2025 show, please contact [email protected]
Tolworth Showtrain is our Society’s annual model railway show. It is one of the largest shows held in the South East.
It takes place over two days at;
Tolworth Recreation Centre
Fullers Way North, Tolworth, Surrey, KT6 7LQ.
Saturday 8 Nov 10.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday 9 Nov 10.00am - 4.00pm
PRICES
Adult £10
Child £3
Family 2+2 £21
Sunday Special
One child free with every paying adult
Cash and card payments will be accepted on the door
Returning for 2025 - live steam rides are in operation.
Take a ride behind a real minature steam engine (an additional charge will apply). With the kind support of the Malden District Society of Model Engineers.
These are the layouts already confirmed attending in 2025.
Layouts
The Bergeller BahnHOSwiss
Copper Wort16.5Midlands 1902
Denton SidingsLNER/LMS 1960
Edward's Junction and Thomas EndOOThomas and Friends
Essex BrickOOFreelance 1950s
Express Daisy SidingsEMIndustrial GWR 1960s
Fairwood JunctionOOWiltshire, present day
Fawcett StreetOOBritish Rail Steam/diesel
Garreg WenOO9Snowdonia C19th
Gordons LaneModern Wessex mainline
Hatch EndNBR 1980s
Hope under DinmoreEMLNWR/GWR 1910s
Inspired by FriedrichstrasseHOEast Germany 1960s
Kensington Addison RoadWest London C1925
Launceston Steam RailwayOO9Cornwall historic
Rossiter RiseOONorthwest London
The Royal Albert BridgeNBrunel tribute 1960s
Staffordshire PotteriesNStoke-on-Trent
Swillibegs
Tony's Forest
Yard No 2P4LNWR 1925
Demonstration Stands
EMU BuildingKit Building/Modelling
Scenery ModellingSoldering
Weathering
Society Stands
4SUB AssociationHampton and Kempton Waterworks Railway
Long Ditton Light RailwayMalden District Society of Model Engineers
Railway Correspondence and Travel SocietySouthern Electric Group
Trade Stands
Addlestone Model CentreAspire Gifts and Models
Best Model ToysFenland Model Railways
Golden Arrow ProductionsHeritage in Motion
JB's Model WorldKernow Model Rail Centre
Models U DriveMSC Models
Rail – BooksRichard Pane's Model Spares
Roxley ModelsSunningwell Command & Control
The Totem ManThe Wagon Yard
Wheels of SouthseaW M Collectables
Where we are
Travelling by public transport
The venue is a 1.6 mile walk from Surbiton Railway station or a 1.3 mile walk from Tolworth Railway Station.
As well as the free shuttle bus from Surbiton Railway Station (see below) there are also many TFL busses that travel near to the venue;
From Kingston: 71 / 281 / 406 / 418 / 465 / K1 / K4
From Dorking: 265
From New Malden: 265 / K1
From Chesington: 71
From Epsom: 406 / 418 / 467 (Sat)
From Putney: 265
Free Shuttle Bus from Surbiton Station
We are operating a free bus link between Surbiton Station and the show.
Saturday 8thSurbiton Stop NN
to TRC09:45 10:10 10:40 11:10 11:40 12:10 12:40 13:55 14:25 14:55 15:25 15:55 16:25
TRC to
Surbiton Stop NN10:25 10:55 11:25 11:55 12:25 12:55 14:10 14:40 15:10 15:40 16:10 16:40 17:20
Sunday 9thSurbiton Stop NN/NP
to TRC09:55 10:25 10:55 11:25 11:55 12:25 13:40 14:10 14:40 15:10
TRC to
Surbiton Stop NN11:10 11:40 12:10 12:40 13:55 14:25 15:25 16:00
Note:- Whilst every effort will be made to maintain this timetable, delays may be incurred due to traffic conditions. In the case of extreme late running a service may be cancelled to restore the timetable.
Travelling by car
Tolworth Recreation Centre is within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), people travelling to the venue by private transport will have to have a compliant vehicle or pay a charge to drive for that day. The vast majority of vehicles are compliant with the emissions standards. Check your vehicle here.
There is free parking on site at Tolworth Recreation Centre.
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15 November 2025 10:00 Until 16 November 2025 16:00
0Our 45th annual exhibition
Sat 15th November 2025 Open 1000 to 1700
Sun 16th November 2025 Open 1000 to 1600
Patcham Community Centre, Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton BN1 8TA
9 Layouts
Highcombe 4mm OO BR 1960s Brighton MRC.
Fencehouses 4mm OO BR NE & NCB 1960s Ian Forsyth.
Orestone Quay 4mm OO 1948 Graham and Andrew Barnes.
Holmill 4mm OO BR SR Langley Modellers.
Neustift 2mm N Austrian Tirol Phil Gardner.
Hillside Park 2mm N BR 1960’s Nigel Appleton.
Hursley Quay 7mm O Light Railway Andrew Knights.
Exbridge 3mm TT BR WR late 1960’s Paul Hopkins.
Sproston Green TMD 4mm OO 1970’s Tim Farmer.
Traders TBC
Societies TBC
Our world famous refreshments available throughout the exhibition.
Two floors of exhibits, lift available, step free access.
Free Parking on site and in the surrounding streets.
Close to bus routes 5, 5A and 52. The 5B bus route is a slightly longer walk.
Nearest Railway station is Preston Park.
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15 November 2025 10:00
0We bring the Society’s Wycrail exhibition experience, with a high standard of quality and inspirational layouts, once again to a “small and friendly” venue, with the second show in 2025 as ‘MRX25 – Autumn‘, building on the success of the Society’s Clubroom Open Days – popular with locals and experienced modellers alike.
2025 is the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway. Britain and the world changed forever. Railway 200 celebrates the past, present and future of rail. We at the High Wycombe & District Model Railway Society are pleased to be supporting Railway 200 with our two exhibitions during 2025 and other activities.
We’re delighted to be working once again with our sponsors, AGR Model Railway Store and The Transport Treasury.
Venue
CRESSEX COMMUNITY CENTRE
203 Cressex Road
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP12 4PZ
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Opening Hours
10am to 4.30pm
Layouts confirmed as attending are as follows:
Shadwell East 00S team 60s to modern day – HWDMRS ‘Junior modellers’ layout
East Dock EM 1930s LMS/LNER steam
Heathbury N Diesel
Crystal Springs H0 USA Trams 60’s
Whipsnade Central 009 Steam
St Panlraz in Steiermark H0 Austrian Diesel
Allegra N Swiss Railways
Templegate Wagon Works 0 1970s Diesels
Mynydd y Ddraig 009 1960s steam
Swansea Riverside 0
Thornfield 00 1960s steam
Traders attending:
HWDMRS Pre-used stand & Members sales
The Transport Treasury.
AGR Model Railway Store
JB’s Model World
Hedgerow Scenics
Refreshments
Hot and cold Drinks and snacks all available to buy. Our exhibitions are famous for cakes. This will be no exception!
Our members will be on hand as usual to answer questions and offer advice.
Admission: Adults: £6.00 Children 6-16: £1.00, under 6 free
Parking: Disabled parking on-site subject to availability. Free on-street parking nearby
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15 November 2025 10:00 Until 16 November 2025 16:00
0Pendle Forest Model Railway Society is pleased to announce that its annual exhibition at Park High School, Venables Avenue, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 7DP, what3words/// relegate:awkward:prompt, will this year include a range of hobby interest as well as plenty of model railway action. Opening times are 10am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday.
Twelve+ layouts are expected to attend as well as eight+ traders, our Society second hand stall, demonstrations including 3D printing by Three Peaks Models, children's activities, wargamers, slot cars and drift cars.
Refreshments and light meals will be available along with plenty of free car parking. A free shuttle bus will operate between the venue and Colne railway station and bus station, timed to connect with East Lancs Line trains. A free brew will be offered to anyone who has travelled by train!
Entry costs £7 for adults, £6 for concessions, £4 for children and £16 fora family of two adults and two children.
2025 exhibition bus timetable.pdf
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Recent Event Reviews
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WMRA Annual Exhibition
By Robin Brasher,
Excellent show. plenty of free parking, over 30 layouts, lots of traders and full catering. I liked the scenery on the illustrated 009 gauge Feorag layout set in an imaginary island west of Cornwall. TT:120 seems to be well received with two small oval layouts on display.
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Macclesfield Model Railway Group's Annual Exhibition ( PLEASE NOTE: NEW VENUE!!!! )
By Merfyn Jones,
I was there for a MBF meeting/exhibition last Saturday. Excelent hall with all the facilities you need.
The bus from the station was a very good help for those that want to come by train rather than drive.
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Swansea Model Railway Exhibition
By Cymru Rails,
The Swansea Railway Modellers Group does an excellent job every year with this one, and it is well worth attending. It always features a fabulous set of layouts, traders, and societies on display. If you weren’t able to attend this year, check out my video to give you an idea of what to expect at the show and make sure to attend in 2026: Swansea Model Railway Exhibition 2025
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Leamington & Warwick Model Railway Society - Open Weekend
By Phil Parker,
Excellent day. With delicious cake!
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Robertsbridge Model Railway Show 24-25 May 2025
By clogger,
Good little show. Bit biased though as I’m exhibiting at the show and have done so for a couple of years now.
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