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01 August 2024 08:00 31 August 2024 16:00
A taster of what's running at Making Tracks Four, starting this Thursday at Chester Cathedral
MALCOLM in miniature DB90s - 90026 (nicknamed Bumblebee1) and 90034 (nicknamed DB Blue) getting put through their paces on blue boxes for Malcolm at Making Tracks Four - opening on Thursday 1st August at Chester Cathedral -
The real thing below:
https://youtu.be/ewfrAt5Zclc?si=B1KGfLLihI69iy-E
Making Tracks Four - Chester Cathedral opens 1st August 2024
For updates, to follow creation, planning, set up and launch of the exhibition, why not follow Megapoints Controllers:
https://youtu.be/KhQ7GAwwIxA?si=vpZoxoRkU5uyU-zJ
Should you be unable to Make it to Making Tracks ?
Why not follow the Livestream that Railcam (the experts in non stop live camera action of the real railway)
To find out how to come along:
Chester Cathedral events:
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/20340/2024/08/01
Getting to Chester from out of town us easy- you can: drive - there are park and ride facilities on different sides of Chester https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/residents/transport-and-roads/public-transport/buses/park-and-ride
come by train Train line (Train tickets)
https://www.thetrainline.com/
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31 August 2024 09:00 15:30
Featured layouts
N Gauge. Brian’s Continental.
Penworth,
Newton Mills
OO Gauge Millway Docks
Much Murkle
Old Parrock
Lambourn
HO Chica
Waalhaven
O. Haydon Square
Foxbury
Newbury MRC Test Track
G3 Blackgang
New London Rd Childrens Layout
Lego Layout
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31 August 2024 09:00 16:00
Building up to Didcot24 - small but perfectly formed - here are the layouts confirmed at the current time.......
Cannon Bay 00 South Oxforshire Narrow Gauge Society 16mm NG Staffordshire Potteries N Morella & Morella 2 009 Springfield Street Yard HO Oxfordshire 009 Society 009 Porlock 00 Out West ON30 Fairford Depot 00 Bond Lane 00 & 009 Mellin Parva O New Walmington Pier 009 Wantage Tramway 009 We also hope to have a couple of layouts from ADMRC present too.
There will also be full trade support!
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31 August 2024 09:00 15:00
Based in the fully accessible and spacious venue of Northfleet School for Girls (DA11 8AQ), the Model Bus Federation (MBF) Kent Area offer a great variety of interesting model buses and model railways in various gauges, including Gauge 1, railway and bus societies as well as a selection of quality trade support.
Close to the A2, Ebbsfleet station and Bluewater, the venue has: Free onsite parking, a regular bus service that stops nearby, wheelchair access and the usual friendly atmosphere.
Also, a very warm welcome to children's author Christopher Vine, who will have a selection of his (Peter’s Railway) books.
Enjoy activities for children, a variety of exhibits/societies/traders, hot food and hot and cold drinks available.
Standard rate £3 under 16s free.
For more details please contact George Marcar 07821 254232 or [email protected]
MBF Poster Aug2024 - A4_v2a March 2024.pdf
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Upcoming Events
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20 June 2026 Until 21 June 2026
040 Quality layouts, 25 traders, many modelling society and demo stands. See website at: railexbuxton.co.uk for latest info.
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20 June 2026 09:00 Until 15:00
0Pevensey Bay Model Railway Club Exhibition,
Location - Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1UE
Opening times 10am and close at 4pm
Prices: Adults £7, children £1, family £14
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21 June 2026 10:00 Until 15:00
0John Ahern's historic railway will be running on a select few days a year to help preserve this incredible creation.
Normal museum admission prices apply and there is no need to book in advance.
Make sure to pick up a copy of our recently published Guide book which has some updated information about the MVR and is a must-have for any model rail enthusiast or anyone interested in John Ahern. You can purchase the Guide book at the museum.
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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 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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