What's On
all public events and exhibitions...
Gauge One Expo 2013 - presented by The Gauge One Model Railway Association
Saturday 15 June 2013 - Sunday 16 June 2013Opening Times:
Saturday and Sunday
10.00am - 5.00pm
Admission:
Further Details:
Further details at http://www.g1mra.com/
Check the model railway and model engineering press for further news nearer the time!
Everything for the Premier Gauge: "Main-line" trains with coal- fired steam, gas and meths-fired. Electric power too!
Leading suppliers from locos to scenics, from rolling stock to accessories.
Demonstrations of painting and lining, buildings, boiler testing and kit building.
Meet the experts and discover the possibilities of Gauge One.
MIDPEX
Saturday 6 July 2013 - Saturday 6 July 2013Opening Times:
10.00am to 4.30pmAdmission:
Admission to the event is FREE with on site parking for over 2000 cars.
Further Details:
For further details please see http://www.midpex.co.uk/
If you are travelling by train to Leamington Spa Station which is approx 3 miles from the venue there is a courtesy mini bus in operation.This service is operated by Coach Links and is free to all visitors to the event.
The mini bus will depart from the main road - directly opposite the entrance to the station. Simply walk out of the station and up the steps opposite to get to the main road collection point.
It will depart from the station at;
Morning - 9.30, 10.00, 10.30, 11.00, 11.30, 12.00, 12.30
Afternoon - 14.05, 14.35 15.05, 15.35, 16.05, 16.35, 17.05.
It will depart from the venue at;
Morning - 9.40, 10.10, 10.40, 11.10, 11.40, 12.10
Afternoon - 13.45, 14.15, 14.45, 15.15, 15.45, 16.15, 16.45, 17.15
Geotechnica 2013
Wednesday 10 July 2013 - Thursday 11 July 2013Opening Times:
9.00am - 4.00pm DailyAdmission:
Admission to the event is FREE and open to all interested parties.Further Details:
Please see http://www.geotechnica.co.ukGeotechnica was established in 2009 to celebrate all that is good about the geotechnical and drilling industry. The event was developed to bring together all sectors of the industry and appeals to all stakeholders, from suppliers and manufacturers through contractors to clients.
International N Gauge Show
Saturday 7 September 2013 - Sunday 8 September 2013Opening Times:
10.00am - 5.00pm Saturday
10.00am - 4.00pm Sunday
Admission:
Advance tickets at discounted prices are available. For information see http://www.ngaugeshow.co.uk.
Further Details:
For further details please see http://www.ngaugeshow.co.uk/.THE Show for the Railway Modeller
The N Gauge show is going to be an event not to be missed.
27 layouts will be on display along with 30 specialist trade suppliers.
Again this year many of the leading manufacturers and suppliers will be present and Bachman and Dapol are hoping to launch new products at the event.
Nearly 3,000 visitors are expected to attend. As the only exhibition dedicated to all things N the exhibition is highly regarded by N Gauge enthusiasts. Layouts on display feature British Steam and Modern Image together with layouts following Continental and American practice.
Promoting N Gauge Modelling
Midlands Model Engineering Exhibition
Thursday 17 October 2013 - Sunday 20 October 2013Opening Times:
10.00am - 5.00pm each day (final day 4.00pm)Last admission is one hour before closing.
Admission:
Advance Tickets are available in advance, please call 01926 614101 or see www.meridienneexhibitions.co.uk
Further Details:
Call Meridienne Exhibitions on 01926 614101 or visit www.meridienneexhibitions.co.uk
Railway enthusiasts see ‘in the flesh' models illustrating the history and development of the steam locomotive, in many cases models are of full size locomotives which no longer exist.
We will have a very comprehensive selection of trade stands and will also be presenting workshops staffed by leading experts who will explain the intricacies of machining, advise the uninitiated on where to start or maybe simply rekindle an earlier interest in this fascinating hobby.
International Model Boat Show
Friday 8 November 2013 - Sunday 10 November 2013Opening Times:
10.00am - 4.00pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Last admission one hour before closing.
Admission:
Advance tickets will be available in due course.
Please call 01926 614101 or see www.modelboatshow.co.uk for all event information.
Further Details:
For further details contact Meridienne Exhibitions on 01926 614101 or visit www.meridienneexhibitions.co.ukCome along and enjoy this exhibition dedicated to all aspects of marine modelling.
Visitors are guaranteed a packed exhibition with club displays or over 600 models, demonstrations and many of the leading specialist suppliers.
There is a large indoor boat pool in action all day long with Children's Hour on Saturday and Sunday 1pm - 2pm where every child young or old can have a go.
Christmas Craft Shopping Experience
Sunday 1 December 2013 - Sunday 1 December 2013Opening Times:
10.00am - 4.00pmAdmission:
Tickets prices are to be confirmed.
FREE parking.
Further Details:
For further information please see http://www.craftshoppingexperience.co.ukShowcasing high quality independent artists and designers who will be selling unique handcrafted wares, this will be a chic one stop shop for all your handmade and unique gifts or why not just spoil yourself?
Midlands Garden Rail Show - Large Scale Model Rail Exhibition
Saturday 15 March 2014 - Sunday 16 March 2014Opening Times:
10.00am - 4.00pm Saturday
10.00am - 4.00pm Sunday
Admission:
ALL TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE ON THE DAY WITH NO ADVANCE TICKET SALES.
Adults £8.00
Senior Citizens £7.50
Children under 14 will also be admitted FREE OF CHARGE when accompanied by a paying adult.
Further Details:
Meridienne Exhibitions on 01926 614101 or visit www.meridienneexhibitions.co.uk
This exhibition has 13 layouts 2 static clubs and is supported by over 35 suppliers. Visitors will see live steam model locomotives hauling coaches and wagons - the real thing in miniature.
National Vintage Communications Fair - BVWS
Sunday 11 May 2014 - Sunday 11 May 2014Opening Times:
Early Bird Access at 9.00am
then 10.30am to 4.00pm
Admission:
Early Bird Entry (from approx. 9.00am) - £price to be confirmed
After 10.30am
Adult £price to be confirmed.
Children under 14 FREE
All tickets "on the door"
FREE CAR PARKING
Further Details:
For more information please see http://www.nvcf.org.uk/
Established in 1992, the fair is held in late Spring and attracts over 200 stallholders (dealers, private sellers and clubs) from the UK, the continent, and the USA. For the seasoned collector, attending the fair is a must, and not only useful for seeking out that special elusive item, but also for buying materials, circuit diagrams or spare parts to complete a restoration project.
For newcomers thinking about starting a collection, help and advice are always on hand from many of the country's leading collectors' clubs, societies and specialist magazines.