The UK’s biggest model railway show is coming...

The National Festival of Railway Modelling returns to the NEC Birmingham for two days packed with incredible layouts, leading retailers, live demonstrations and inspiration for your next modelling project, and we'll be there!

From spectacular layouts and specialist shopping to expert demonstrations and family-friendly attractions, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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65+ LAYOUTS • 120+ TRADERS • LIVE DEMOS • FAMILY FUN

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There’s plenty to add to your must-see list...

Model railway exhibition layouts, including a Class 37 passing under a scenic bridge and detailed railway stations

01 / LAYOUT INSPIRATION

65+ Spectacular Layouts

Explore an incredible collection of layouts spanning different scales, gauges and eras. Discover outstanding craftsmanship, meet the modellers and take home plenty of inspiration for your next project.

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Shopping at a model railway show, with packed trade stands, model locomotives and wagons

02 / SPECIALIST SHOPPING

120+ Traders, Clubs & Societies

From the latest locomotives and rolling stock to specialist tools, scenery and modelling essentials, discover everything you need for your next project, all under one roof!

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Audience watching presenters at a model railway show stage and a close-up modeller at work

03 / EXPERT ADVICE & DEMONSTRATIONS

World of Railways Stage

Get inspired with expert talks, live demonstrations, practical modelling advice and lively discussions from some of the hobby's best-known faces. All included with your ticket!

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Children enjoying model railways, a hands-on layout and Train Sim World 7 imagery

04 / FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS

Fun for the Whole Family

There's plenty for younger railway fans to enjoy too! Take a ride on the FREE ride-on train, get hands-on with the Dovetail Games Rail Simulator and put your skills to the test with the Marble Express Train Game.

21 & 22 NOVEMBER 2026 • NEC BIRMINGHAM

Your next great railway day out awaits.

Inspiration to see. People to meet. Ideas to take home.

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See you at The National Festival of Railway Modelling 2026

The UK’s biggest model railway show is coming...

There’s plenty to add to your must-see list...

65+ Spectacular Layouts

120+ Traders, Clubs & Societies

World of Railways Stage

Fun for the Whole Family

Your next great railway day out awaits.

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