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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

There are a few late changes. DJ Models have of course withdrawn. The East of Scotland 16 mm Group have withdrawn due to a shortage of man power. We have, however added a demonstration of 16 mm modelling by Scottish Model Engineering Trust members to replace the 16 mm Group. We have also added our OO Gauge layout Aldbury to take the space previously occupied by DJ Models. We have also added an N Scale American layout Karolina Falls which will also fill some space occupied by the 16 mm Group. The show guide goes to print today so I think the changes are complete. A new list will appear here shortly. Regards, Stan

Also, Legomanbiffo will be holding DCC seminars on both days. Watch out for more info. on this subject.

Here is a complete list of exhibitors including layouts, trade and societies for our forthcoming exhibition in just over a month. Stand NoExhibitorDescriptionLocation

Hi Dave, Thanks for pointing it out. The button appears to be non-functional. I will take it up with our webmaster. Regards, Stan

Hi, Here is the link to the new website for the exhibition. http://smet.org.uk/show-pmrc As of 1st April, 2019, Perth & District MRC merged with the Scottish Model Engineering Trust. We are now known as Perth Model Railway Group, an interest group within SMET. The exhibition goes on as normal, this year and every year. Regards, Stan

Please see the information below: Press Release Perth & District Model Railway Club The committee and trustees of Perth & District MRC, a charity registered in Scotland No. SCO45282, are pleased to advise that the club will formally merge with the Scottish Model Engineering Trust (www.smet.org.uk), a charity registered in Scotland No. SCO 32308 on April 1st, 2019. Within the SMET organisation, Perth & District MRC will function as an interest group, the identity of the club being maintained. This merger will ensure the long-term future of the club’s activities and has several advantages: The club will move, this summer to new permanent accommodation at the Wester Pickston Railway which is located a few miles west of Perth. As well as room to store and work on our layouts, there is also access to an established workshop and social facilities. The Wester Pickston Railway is situated in 7.25 acres of countryside and consists of outdoor railways in 7.25” and 5” gauges as well as an established 16 mm scale interest group. The addition of model railways from gauges N to O will enhance the activities on the site and create a centre of model railway engineering and railway modelling excellence in Scotland. The Wester Pickston Railway is open to the public 4 times per year and at other selected times. The model railways will also be open for viewing during these days. The well-respected “Celebration of Model Railways” exhibition held annually at the Dewars Centre in Perth will continue as normal, in 2019 the event is to be held on 29th & 30th June. This exhibition has been steadily built up over the last 27 years and its future as one of the UK’s top events is assured.

Press Release Perth & District Model Railway Club The committee and trustees of Perth & District MRC, a charity registered in Scotland No. SCO45282, are pleased to advise that the club will formally merge with the Scottish Model Engineering Trust (www.smet.org.uk), a charity registered in Scotland No. SCO 32308 on April 1st, 2019. Within the SMET organisation, Perth & District MRC will function as an interest group, the identity of the club being maintained. This merger will ensure the long-term future of the club’s activities and has several advantages: The club will move, this summer to new permanent accommodation at the Wester Pickston Railway which is located a few miles west of Perth. As well as room to store and work on our layouts, there is also access to an established workshop and social facilities. The Wester Pickston Railway is situated in 7.25 acres of countryside and consists of outdoor railways in 7.25” and 5” gauges as well as an established 16 mm scale interest group. The addition of model railways from gauges N to O will enhance the activities on the site and create a centre of model railway engineering and railway modelling excellence in Scotland. The Wester Pickston Railway is open to the public 4 times per year and at other selected times. The model railways will also be open for viewing during these days. The well-respected “Celebration of Model Railways” exhibition held annually at the Dewars Centre in Perth will continue as normal, in 2019 the event is to be held on 29th & 30th June. This exhibition has been steadily built up over the last 27 years and its future as one of the UK’s top events is assured.

Just some more updates: Trade: Lochgorm Kits make a welcome return, Eileen's Emporium, Digitrains, Footplate Models are also coming. We have added the European Railways Association too. More to follow.....

Another trader today, one of our regulars Alan Jones & Brian Collier will bring their stand all the way from Norfolk. Societies are starting to reply now too. Caledonian Railway Association North British Railway Study Group Keith & Dufftown Railway Also, Scottish Modellers will provide 3 tables worth of modelling demonstrations. Stan

As exhibitors are added, we will update: Scenic Route Models added today as a trader. Also, Legomanbiffo has agreed to run another DCC sound project seminar at the exhibition. Watch out for news of the specific subject nearer the time... Stan