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SUMMARY:Maidstone and Mid Kent Model Railway Exhibition Saturday 28th December 2024
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 December 2024\n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/maidstone-and-mid-kent-model-railway-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Market Hall\, Maidstone\, The Market Hall Lockmeadow Leisure Complex Barker Road\, Maidstone\, Kent\, ME16 8LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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UID:4501-1735466400-1735488000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Maidstone and Mid Kent Model Railway Exhibition Sunday 29th
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 December 2024\n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/maidstone-and-mid-kent-model-railway-exhibition-sunday-29th/
LOCATION:The Market Hall\, Maidstone\, The Market Hall Lockmeadow Leisure Complex Barker Road\, Maidstone\, Kent\, ME16 8LW\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250107T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T103143Z
UID:4326-1736278200-1736285400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Gentlemen start your engines (Classic Films) 
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 7th: Gentlemen start your engines (Classic Films)  \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/railway-video/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250108T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241217T123014Z
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UID:4480-1736364600-1736371800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lutterworth Railway Society  Zoom talk Tom Frances Coleman - The last Chief Draughtsman of the L.M.S. Railway
DESCRIPTION:In 1958 one of Britain`s greatest locomotive designers died without public fanfare or recognition\, mourned only by his family. Yet William Stanier\, arguably one of our greatest engineers and his leader\, said of him that without his Chief Draughtsman all he achieved with the LMS would not have been possible. How could such a man slip from our view and remain anonymous\, although his Princess Coronations\, Black 5s and 8Fs are regarded as three of the finest classes of locomotive ever built? And today many survive as stars to grace the ever growing preservation movement. \n \nIn reality\, Tom Coleman was an intensely private and modest man who never sought recognition or commendation. His need for privacy may be one reason why his life has remained shrouded in mystery for so long\, but finally his story has been slowly pieced together from a wide variety of sources\, many previously untapped. So now we can see for ourselves his great contribution to railway history and recognise his singular talents. \nIn 1958 one of Britain`s greatest locomotive designers died without public fanfare or recognition\, mourned only by his family. Yet William Stanier\, arguably one of our greatest engineers and his leader\, said of him that without his Chief Draughtsman all he achieved with the LMS would not have been possible. How could such a man slip from our view and remain anonymous\, although his Princess Coronations\, Black 5s and 8Fs are regarded as three of the finest classes of locomotive ever built? And today many survive as stars to grace the ever growing preservation movement. \nIn reality\, Tom Coleman was an intensely private and modest man who never sought recognition or commendation. His need for privacy may be one reason why his life has remained shrouded in mystery for so long\, but finally his story has been slowly pieced together from a wide variety of sources\, many previously untapped. So now we can see for ourselves his great contribution to railway history and recognise his singular talents. \nTom Francis Coleman\, the last LMS Chief Draughtsman and Sir W.A. Stanier’s right hand man. \nFrom a gentleman\, now sadly passed\, who worked in an adjacent office at Derby\, TFC was a stocky built man of about 6ft 2inches tall. Played football as an amateur for Port Vale \nHe started his working life as an apprentice at the railway works of Kerr Stuart\, Stoke-on-Trent\, (as did Reginald Mitchell). Moved to the North Staffordshire Railway works in Stoke as a plant draughtsman and became chief draughtsman. In 1927 moved to Harwich works\, as chief draughtsman then 1933-35 to Crewe\, and finally to Derby as L.M.S. chief draughtsman. Retired 1st January 1948 and passed away at his daughter’s home in Bridgenorth in 1958.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/lutterworth-railway-society-zoom-talk-tom-frances-coleman-the-last-chief-draughtsman-of-the-l-m-s-railway/
LOCATION:Lutterworth railway society Zoom meeting\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Zoom Call
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T103828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T104043Z
UID:4513-1737050400-1737057600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 16th January 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250123T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250123T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T103158Z
UID:4328-1737660600-1737667800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Social evening and quiz
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 23rd: Social evening & Quiz  \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/social-evening-and-quiz/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20240621T111155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T111348Z
UID:4095-1737799200-1737824400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Erith Model Railway Society Exhibition 2025 Day 1
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJanuary Show 2025. \nSaturday 25th January – 10:00am to 5:00pm. \nSunday 26th January – 10:00am to 4:00pm. \nHarris Garrard Academy\, Yarnton Way\, Thamesmead\, NR Erith\, Kent\, DA18 4DW. \nClick on the postcode above to be redirected to Google Maps. \nPlease do check before you travel. Thank you. \nTravelling by Car: \nFull set of directions of how the venue can be from the M25 and the A2 can be found towards the foot of this page. \nTravelling by Rail: \nAbbey Wood Railway Station (10-15 minute walk from the venue) is served by Southeastern\, Thameslink and Elizabeth Line services. \nThere are no engineering works or rail strikes as things stand at the moment that would disrupt train travel to and from Abbey Wood for the weekend of the show. Double check Southeastern Trains\, Network Rail Enquiries or Transport for London for any doubts. \nTravelling by Bus: \nTfL routes 180\, 401 and B11 stop in front of the venue. \nOther TfL routes 177\, 229\, 244\, 301\, 469 and 472 stop nearby on the A2041 road. \nEntry Prices: \nAdults: £9.00. \nAccompanied Children (5-16): £1.00. \nEntry price includes a FREE Exhibition Guide. \nOther Information: \nSizeable free on-site car park. Please be aware of and take note of the signs and the car parking marshals please. Thank You. \nLarge Refreshment Area – Circa 200 Seats. \nThe venue is on a single floor\, is fully accessible and has a disabled toilet. \nCharity Raffle – In aid of the Association of Bexley Charities ’78. \nFeaturing over 30 layouts plus many other attractions. \n \nErith Show Flyer 2025
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/erith-model-railway-society-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:Harris Garrard Academy\, Yarnton Way\, Thamesmead\, Erith\, Da18 4DW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Erith-Model-Railway-Society-Exhibition-2025.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250126T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20240621T200321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T200359Z
UID:4106-1737885600-1737907200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Erith Model Railway Society Exhibition 2025 Day 2
DESCRIPTION:January Show 2025. \nSaturday 25th January – 10:00am to 5:00pm. \nSunday 26th January – 10:00am to 4:00pm. \nHarris Garrard Academy\, Yarnton Way\, Thamesmead\, NR Erith\, Kent\, DA18 4DW. \nClick on the postcode above to be redirected to Google Maps. \nPlease do check before you travel. Thank you. \nTravelling by Car: \nFull set of directions of how the venue can be from the M25 and the A2 can be found towards the foot of this page. \nTravelling by Rail: \nAbbey Wood Railway Station (10-15 minute walk from the venue) is served by Southeastern\, Thameslink and Elizabeth Line services. \nThere are no engineering works or rail strikes as things stand at the moment that would disrupt train travel to and from Abbey Wood for the weekend of the show. Double check Southeastern Trains\, Network Rail Enquiries or Transport for London for any doubts. \nTravelling by Bus: \nTfL routes 180\, 401 and B11 stop in front of the venue. \nOther TfL routes 177\, 229\, 244\, 301\, 469 and 472 stop nearby on the A2041 road. \nEntry Prices: \nAdults: £9.00. \nAccompanied Children (5-16): £1.00. \nEntry price includes a FREE Exhibition Guide. \nOther Information: \nSizeable free on-site car park. Please be aware of and take note of the signs and the car parking marshals please. Thank You. \nLarge Refreshment Area – Circa 200 Seats. \nThe venue is on a single floor\, is fully accessible and has a disabled toilet. \nCharity Raffle – In aid of the Association of Bexley Charities ’78. \nFeaturing over 30 layouts plus many other attractions. \n \nErith Show Flyer 2025
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/erith-model-railway-society-exhibition-2025-day-2/
LOCATION:Harris Garrard Academy\, Yarnton Way\, Thamesmead\, Erith\, Da18 4DW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Erith-Model-Railway-Society-Exhibition-2025-75.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T104240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T104240Z
UID:4518-1738173600-1738180800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 29th January 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-29th-january-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250204T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T081944Z
UID:4330-1738697400-1738704600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Shell Motor Racing films as 'Gentlemen\, start your engines - part 2'
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 4th: \nTony Riley\, due to deliver ‘Solent Railway – Part 3’ on Tuesday 4 February\, has sustained a knee injury and won’t be able to join us on Tuesday.\n\nInstead\, I will show the remaining three Shell Motor Racing films as ‘Gentlemen\, start your engines – part 2’.\nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/solent-railway-part-3-tony-riley/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241223T170204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T170204Z
UID:4490-1739388600-1739395800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lutterworth Railway Society Zoom talk - Claus Ellef "Denmark to Australia by train"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/lutterworth-railway-society-zoom-talk-claus-ellef-denmark-to-australia-by-train/
LOCATION:Lutterworth railway society Zoom meeting\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Zoom Call
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T104350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T104510Z
UID:4522-1739469600-1739476800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 13th February 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-13th-february-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250204T095031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T095031Z
UID:4578-1739613600-1739638800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tonbridge Model Railway Club Model Railway Exhibition 15th February 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/tonbridge-model-railway-club-model-railway-exhibition-15th-february-2025/
LOCATION:Angel Centre\, Angel Lane\, Tonbridge\, Kent\, TN9 1SF\, Angel Centre\,\, Angel Lane\, Tonbridge\, Kent\,\, TN9 1SF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Tonbridge-Model-Railway-Club.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T082035Z
UID:4332-1740079800-1740087000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Solent Railway - Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 20th: Solent Railway – Part 3 \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/to-be-confirmed-2/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250204T095707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101328Z
UID:4583-1740218400-1740326400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tenterden Model Railway Club Model Railway Exhibition Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd Feb 2025
DESCRIPTION:OPENING TIMES:  SAT 10am – 5pm. SUN 10am – 4pm \nHomewood School\, Ashford Road\, Tenterden\, Kent TN30 6LT \nAshford MRC are holding their annual exhibition again at our normal venue at Homewood School in Tenterden. We will have a good selection of quality layouts on display backed up with a number of trade stands with many bargains on offer.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/tenterden-model-railway-club-model-railway-exhibition-saturday-22nd-sunday-23rd-feb-2025/
LOCATION:Homewood School\, Ashford Road\, Tenterden\, Kent\, TN30 6LT\, Homewood School\, Ashford Roa\, Tenterden\, Kent\, TN30 6LT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T104503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T104503Z
UID:4524-1740592800-1740600000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 26th February 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-26th-february-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250304T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T145413Z
UID:4334-1741116600-1741123800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Berlin Telephone Tap (Robert (Bob) Gibbs) 
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 4th – Bob Gibbs will be joining us to tell us about the “Berlin Telephone Tap“. In a world of intrigue and espionage\, this promises to be an interesting evening and definitely falls into the ‘something different’ category. This will take place at our usual venue of the Emmanuel Church Hall\, 55 Windmill Street\, Gravesend (from 7.45pm). \n  \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/to-be-confirmed-3/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241016T075553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101353Z
UID:4280-1741428000-1741449600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Aylesham Model Railway Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \nAylesham Model Railway Exhibition 2025 \nOld School\, Main Hall\nAylesham Community Trust\nAckholt Road\nAylesham\, nr Dover CT3 3AJ \nSaturday 8th March 2025 10am to 4pm\nSuperb layouts + trade support \nAdmission:\nAdults £5\,\nChildren free \n  \nA5 Aylesham map handbill 2025_01 \nA5 Aylesham map handbill 2025 page 02
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/aylesham-model-railway-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:Old School\, Main Hall Aylesham Community Trust Ackholt Road Aylesham\, nr Dover CT3 3AJ\, Old School\, Main Hall\, Aylesham Community Trust\, Aylesham\, CT3 3AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Aylesham-2025-page-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="East Kent Model Railway Society (Whitstable)":MAILTO:ekmrswhitstable@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250312T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250312T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241223T170320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T093854Z
UID:4492-1741807800-1741815000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lutterworth Railway Society Zoom talk - Subject Railway Societies Zoom Meeting A London Shed Bash
DESCRIPTION:LRS is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Railway Societies Zoom Meeting A London Shed Bash\nTime: Mar 12\, 2025 07:30 PM London\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/lutterworth-railway-society-zoom-talk-subject-tba/
LOCATION:Lutterworth railway society Zoom meeting\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Zoom Call
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T104742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T104742Z
UID:4528-1741888800-1741896000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 13th March 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-13th-march-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250303T144410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T102746Z
UID:4763-1742032800-1742140800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:East Grinstead Exhibition of Model Railway 2025
DESCRIPTION:The East Grinstead Model Railway Club 85th Anniversary Exhibition 15th and 16th March 2025. \n \n  \nSackville School\, Lewes Road\, East Grinstead\, West Sussex\, RH19 3TY \n  \nopening times : Saturday 10am – 5pm & Sunday 10am – 4pm \nAdults: £7.00 \nConcessions\, 60 and over: £5.00 \nChildren\, 15 and under: free \n  \nlayouts in all gauges. \nTrade stands. \nRefreshments. \nFree parking. \nWheel chair Access. \n  \nContact Malcom Bonnell (exhibition manager) tel. 01342 346172 \nemail: exhibition@egmrc.org.uk \nwebsite: www.egmrc.org.uk \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/east-grinstead-exhibition-of-model-railway/
LOCATION:Sackville School\, Lewes Road\, East Grinstead\, West Sussex\, RH19 3TY\, Sackville School\, Lewes Road\,\, East Grinstead\, West Sussex\, RH19 3TY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EGMRC-2025-Poster.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="The East Grinstead Model Railway Club":MAILTO:exhibition@egmrc.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250304T073911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T074013Z
UID:4772-1742032800-1742142600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:The London Festival of Railway Modelling 15th & 16th March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Experience London’s premier model railway show at Alexandra Palace! Perfect for families and enthusiasts\, the show is regarded as one of the biggest and best railway modelling exhibitions in the UK. \nExplore over 35 meticulously curated layouts in various scales and gauges\, presented by The Model Railway Club. These displays showcase talent from the UK\, Europe\, and the US\, offering inspiration for hobbyists of all levels. \nSpread across two grand halls\, the event features 70+ top retailers\, specialist manufacturers\, and small suppliers\, making it the ideal spot to shop for model railway products. Visitors can also connect with societies\, clubs\, and experts through live demonstrations\, ready to answer questions and share their expertise. \n  \nFor full details of how to book\, visit:\nAlly Pally – RMweb \nAdmission\nAdults £17 (£16 in advance up 8.30am on the day) \nChildren £8 \nFamily (2+2) £40 \nChildren under 5 go free \nDesk payments: Card payment preferred (VISA/MASTERCARD ONLY)\, but cash is accepted. \nAdvanced booking closes at 8.30am on the day of the show.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/the-london-festival-of-railway-modelling-15th-16th-march-2025/
LOCATION:Alexandra Palace\, Alexandra Palace\, London\, Greater London\, N22 7AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T143936Z
UID:4336-1742499000-1742506200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:4732 – The 4SUB at Margate (Graeme Gleaves) 
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 20th – Graeme Gleaves will be joining us to tell us about “4732: The 4SUB at Margate”. Labelled as ‘the train that took you home’\, the 4SUBs and the later 4EPBs\, formed the backbone of local commuter lines across the Southern Region until the 1980s (4SUBs) and 1990s (4EPBs). This will take place at our usual venue of the Emmanuel Church Hall\, 55 Windmill Street\, Gravesend (from 7.45pm). \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/its-time-for-a-pep-talk-george-marcar-2/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241230T104803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T095802Z
UID:4529-1742976000-1743008400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 26th March 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-26th-march-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T093944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T103347Z
UID:4338-1743535800-1743543000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:My holiday in Australia (David Hanger) 
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 1st: My holiday in Australia (David Hanger)  \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/holiday-in-australia-david-hanger/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250301T092818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101706Z
UID:4746-1743847200-1743868800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:GRES Open day March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Location: Small hall\, Higham Memorial Hall\, School Lane\, Higham\, Rochester\, Kent\, ME3 7JL\n\nDetails:\nJoin us in the small hall at Higham Memorial Hall on 5th April for a fun and interactive day featuring:\n\nWindmill Hill – A family-friendly layout where everyone can have a go at operating a model train\nRunning layouts – A small selection of GRES model railway layouts will be on show\nAutomated train demonstrations\nKit building\nFriendly advice on model railways\nLoco DCC chip fitting and repairs\n\nCost: £3 per adult for the main hall and free submission to the small hall.\n – children (under 16) are free with accompanying paying adult
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/gres-open-day/
LOCATION:Higham Memorial Hall\, Rochester\, School Lane Higham\, Rochester\, Kent\, ME3 7JL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250213T074405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T101217Z
UID:4588-1743847200-1743955200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pratts Bottom Model Railway Show 2025 - Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th April
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/pratts-bottom-model-r-iilway-show-saturday-5th-and-sunday-6th-april-2025/
LOCATION:Pratts Bottom Village Hall\, Pratts Bottom Village Hall\, Norsted Lane\, Rushmore Hill\, BR6 7PO\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="ORPINGTON & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY":MAILTO:exhibition@odmrs.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250106T095807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T095941Z
UID:4540-1744308000-1744315200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 10th April 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES also has a dedicated sub-section for members who are passionate about model railways. Our focus is primarily on 00 Gauge\, and we work on both personal layouts and two club layouts that we maintain collectively. \nWe hold meetings twice a month at our venue in Longfield\, Kent\, providing an opportunity for members to collaborate\, share ideas\, and work on layouts together. The specific meeting dates can be found here. \nTo become a part of the GRES Model Railway Club\, you will need to have an active GRES membership as well as a subscription to the Model Railway Club.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/modelling-group-evening-10th-april-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20250402T074624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T075031Z
UID:4844-1744452000-1744560000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ashford Festival of Railway Modelling 2025
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/ashford-festival-of-railway-modelling-2025/
LOCATION:Ashford College\, Ashford College\, TN23 1NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="AIMREC":MAILTO:https://aimrec.co.uk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132316
CREATED:20241031T094032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T072907Z
UID:4340-1744918200-1744925400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:LMS Patriot Project - Colin Hall
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 17th – Colin Hall will be joining us to give us an update about the LMS Patriot Project\, and it appears there has been significant progress since the last visit to GRES. This will take place at our usual venue of the Emmanuel Church Hall\, 55 Windmill Street\, Gravesend (from 7.45pm). \nRegular meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday and the second to last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45pm at: Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/to-be-confirmed-4/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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