Model railway exhibition
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A Model railway exhibition (sometimes 'MRX') is a public event showcasing a number of model railways. They are usually organised on a local basis by a town's model railway society.
The general format is for the event to fill a church or village hall, sports centre or exhibition complex. Usually a number of 'layouts' (individual model railways) constructed by the hosting organisation will be accompanied by visiting layouts made by modellers from the surrounding districts and further afield. A second key feature is the attendance of 'trade stands' -- businesses specialising in the supply of goods and services of interest to model railway enthusiasts. A proportion of these stands are usually dedicated to the supply of second-hand (previously owned) models and equipment.
In the UK, many such exhibitions are held up and down the country, pretty much every weekend of the year.
[edit] UK Diary
British Railway Modelling magazine maintain a diary of forthcoming exhibitions, Open Days, meetings, talks and events:
