BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Welcome to GRES - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Welcome to GRES X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.gres.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Welcome to GRES REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T170000 DTSTAMP:20260707T135907Z CREATED:20260707T135447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T135907Z UID:6021-1787392800-1787418000@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:Southwark and District MRC Exhibition and Summer Fete 2026 DESCRIPTION:📅 Date & Time\nSaturday 22nd August 2026 Open: 10:00 – 17:00 \n📍 Venue\nSt Peter’s Church\, Walworth Liverpool Grove\, Walworth Road London SE17 2HH \nđŸŽŸïž Admission\n\nÂŁ5 Adults\nÂŁ2 Children & Concessions\n\n🚉 Access & Transport\n\nEvent held over three levels within the church\nWheelchair access available to the ground floor Church and lower‑level Crypt Hall\nExcellent public transport links via Elephant & Castle Rail & Tube\nMultiple bus routes along Walworth Road\nSome refreshments available on site\n\n⭐ What You’ll Find\n\nLots of amazing model railway layouts across different scales\nSummer FĂȘte stalls with activities\, games\, and community stands\nFriendly club members on hand to chat\, demonstrate\, and guide\nA welcoming atmosphere for families\, newcomers\, and seasoned modellers URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/southwark-and-district-mrc-exhibition-and-summer-fete-2026/ LOCATION:St Peter’s Church\, Walworth Liverpool Grove\, Walworth Road London SE17 2HH\, St Peter’s Church\,\, Walworth Liverpool Grove\, Walworth Road\, London\, SE17 2HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260707T141141Z CREATED:20251105T074922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T141141Z UID:5341-1789812000-1789920000@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:Spa Valley 2026 DESCRIPTION:Spa Valley Railway model railway weekend\n19/20 September 2026\nTunbridge Wells West Station \nMessage from Spa valley: \n\nWe’re hosting our big and popular Model Railway Show in September (a smaller show is taking place in March 2026)\, featuring a gathering of model railways in a variety of scales\, including N\, OO\, O\, OO9\, S\, and other gauges. Come along to see layouts at Tunbridge Wells West\, Groombridge & Eridge with trade stands\, too! This event is fun for the whole family; with so much to do\, it is a must-attend show in the area. Families can take part in our model railway hunt with a chance to win a prize! \nOur engine shed at Tunbridge Wells West will be filled with layouts\, with additional selections available at Groombridge\, Eridge\, and\, on board the trains too! \nThe show is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturday\, 19th September\, and Sunday\, 20th September 2026. \nEntry tickets can be purchased on the day of the event or online. Prices are shown below. \nWe expect at least 30 layouts and 10 trade stands to be in attendance at the 2026 show\, plus a great two-train service to match using Bulleid Pacific 34053 ‘Sir Keith Park’ as one of the locomotives in service! URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/spa-valley-2026/ LOCATION:West Sussex CATEGORIES:Exhibition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T094151Z CREATED:20250915T102242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T094151Z UID:5229-1792836000-1792857600@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:HERNE BAY Model Railway Exhibition\, Saturday 24 October 2026 EKMRS DESCRIPTION:HERNE BAY Model Railway Exhibition\, Saturday 24 October 2026 \nHerne Centre\, School Lane\, Herne CT6 7AP URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/herne-bay-model-railway-exhibition-saturday-24-october-2026-ekmrs/ LOCATION:Herne Centre\, School Lane\, Herne CT6 7AP\, Herne Centre\, School Lane\,\, Herne\, CT6 7AP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event ORGANIZER;CN="East Kent Model Railway Society (Whitstable)":MAILTO:ekmrswhitstable@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T163000 DTSTAMP:20260402T061010Z CREATED:20260317T083405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T061010Z UID:5829-1792836000-1792859400@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:GRES Exhibition 24th October 2026 DESCRIPTION:GRES Exhibition 2026 – Saturday 24th October 2026\nWe’re excited to welcome you to the GRES Exhibition 2026\, taking place on Saturday 24th October 2026. After a period of uncertainty\, we’re delighted to confirm that the event now has a venue secured and planning is well underway. \nThis year’s exhibition will be a one‑day show\, offering a compact but high‑quality selection of model railway layouts\, traders\, and demonstrations. \n\n\nLocation and opening times\nSaturday 24th October 2026: 10:00 to 16:30. \nPlease note the change of venue from previous exhibtions:  \n📍 St George’s Church Hall\, Church Street\, Gravesend\, Kent\, DA11 0DJ \nWhat3Words: ///sprint.league.palm \nA More Intimate Exhibition for 2026\nFor this year only\, the exhibition will be held in a smaller hall than our traditional venue\, giving us the opportunity to curate a focused and varied display of layouts. We’re particularly keen to feature: \n\n\n\nSmall and medium‑sized layouts\nPortable or modular layouts\nCreative or unusual modelling projects\n\n\n\n\nDemonstrations and hands‑on activities\n\nWhether you’re a regular visitor or new to GRES\, you can expect a friendly\, welcoming show with plenty to enjoy. \n\nOutdoor Courtyard Displays\nAlongside the main hall\, we also have access to a courtyard area\, ideal for: \n\nGarden railway exhibits\nOutdoor‑friendly layouts\nLive demonstrations\nInteractive displays\n\nThis additional space allows us to broaden the range of layouts on show and offer something a little different for visitors. \n\nExhibitors Wanted – Indoor & Outdoor\nWe are actively seeking smaller layouts to help us make the most of the available space. If you have a layout that would suit either the indoor hall or the outdoor courtyard\, we’d love to hear from you. \n📧 Contact our Exhibition Manager: exhibition.manager@gres.org.uk \n\nJoin Us in October\nMore details — including layout lists\, traders\, and visitor information — will be added as the event approaches. We look forward to welcoming you to a great one‑day show this October. \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/gres-exhibition-2026/ LOCATION:St George’s Church Hall\, Church Street\, Gravesend\, Kent\, DA11 0DJ\, St George's Church Hall\, Church Street\, Gravesend\, Kent\, DA11 0DJ CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Modelling Group Evening END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270228T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270228T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T135209Z CREATED:20260609T135209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T135209Z UID:5984-1803808800-1803830400@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:Hove Model Railway Exhibition 2027 DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nJoin us for a brand‑new model railway exhibition at the iconic British Engineerium in Hove. Enjoy layouts\, displays\, demonstrations and a family‑friendly day out in a unique heritage venue. \nThis is the dĂ©but show at this location\, making it a great opportunity to explore something fresh on the South Coast’s modelling calendar. \nDate & Time\n\nSunday 28 February 2027\n10:00 – 16:00\n\n\nVenue\nThe British Engineerium The Droveway Hove BN3 7QA \n  \nAdmission\n\nAdults: ÂŁ8\nKids (5–16): ÂŁ2\nFamilies (2 adults + 3 children): ÂŁ18\nUnder‑5s: Free\n\n“Adults ÂŁ8\, Kids ÂŁ2 (5–16)\, Families ÂŁ18 (2+3)\, u‑5s free.” \n\nđŸ‘€ Organiser Contact\nFor further information\, contact Promoter Dakota Dibben: \n\nEmail: info@dakotadibben.co.uk URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/hove-model-railway-exhibition-2027/ LOCATION:The British Engineerium The Droveway Hove BN3 7QA\, The British Engineerium\, The Droveway Hove\, Hove\, BN3 7QA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ORGANIZER;CN="Dakota Dibben":MAILTO:info@dakotadibben.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270306T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T144232Z CREATED:20260609T144150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T144232Z UID:5995-1804327200-1804348800@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:WHITSTABLE Model Railway Exhibition 2027 DESCRIPTION:WHITSTABLE Model Railway Exhibition 2027\nSaturday 6 March 2027\nSwalecliffe Community Centre\, 19 St John’s Rd\, Swalecliffe CT5 URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/whitstable-model-railway-exhibition-2027/ LOCATION:Swalecliffe & Chestfield Community Centre 19 St John’s Road\, Swalecliffe\, Whitstable CT5 2QU\, Swalecliffe & Chestfield Community Centre\, 19 St John’s Road\, Swalecliffe\, Whitstable\, Kent\, CT5 2QU CATEGORIES:Exhibition ORGANIZER;CN="East Kent Model Railway Society (Whitstable)":MAILTO:ekmrswhitstable@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270417T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270417T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T135658Z CREATED:20260609T135658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T135658Z UID:5991-1807956000-1807977600@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:SHOREHAM Model Railway Exhibition 2027 DESCRIPTION:  \nEnjoy a day of layouts\, demonstrations and family‑friendly railway modelling at The Shoreham Centre. This exhibition brings together enthusiasts\, families and newcomers for a relaxed and engaging day out. \nThe event features a striking illustration of Shoreham Airport\, reflecting the local heritage connection. \n  \n📅 Date & Time\n\nSaturday 17 April 2027\n10:00 – 16:00\n\n\n📍 Venue\nThe Shoreham Centre 2 Pond Road Shoreham‑by‑Sea BN43 5WU See over for map (as noted on the poster). \n“The Shoreham Centre\, 2 Pond Road\, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5WU. See over for map.” \n\nđŸŽŸïž Admission\n\nAdults: ÂŁ8\nChildren (5–16): ÂŁ2\nFamilies (2 adults + 3 children): ÂŁ18\nUnder‑5s: Free\n\n“Adults ÂŁ8\, Children ÂŁ2 (5–16)\, Families ÂŁ18 (2+3)\, u‑5s free.” \n\nđŸ‘€ Organiser Contact\nFor further information\, contact Promoter Dakota Dibben: \n\nEmail: info@dakotadibben.co.uk\nPhone: 07595 255150\n\nArtwork Credit\nShoreham Airport image © Amalia Sanchez de la Blanca\, Linescapes. Handbill designed by Nick Evans. URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/shoreham-model-railway-exhibition-2027/ LOCATION:Shoreham Centre\, 2 Pond Road\, Shoreham BN43 5WU\, Shoreham Centre\, 2 Pond Road\, Shoreham\, BN43 5WU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ORGANIZER;CN="Dakota Dibben":MAILTO:info@dakotadibben.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270508T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T144355Z CREATED:20260609T144355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T144355Z UID:5997-1809770400-1809792000@www.gres.org.uk SUMMARY:BIRCHINGTON Model Railway Exhibition 2027 DESCRIPTION:BIRCHINGTON Model Railway Exhibition 2027\nSaturday 8 May 2027\nThe Centre\, Alpha Road\, Birchington\, Kent CT7 9EG URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/birchington-model-railway-exhibition-2027/ LOCATION:The Centre Birchington Alpha Road Birchington CT7 9EG\, The Centre Birchington\, Alpha Road Birchington\, Kent\, CT7 9EG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ORGANIZER;CN="East Kent Model Railway Society (Whitstable)":MAILTO:ekmrswhitstable@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR