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SUMMARY:2025 AGM
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 18 September – AGM \nThe GRES AGM 2025 will be held on Thursday 18 September from 7.45pm at our usual location of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Gravesend.\n\nThe current GRES Committee are eager to attract new members onto the new GRES Committee and the self-proposal form is available on request. If you would like the opportunity to influence and shape the direction of GRES going forward\, please complete the form by Tuesday 2 September – either by email to the GRES Secretary – Bryan Puxleyor by hand at the next GRES Meeting. In answer to questions raised\, completing the self-proposal form would be helpful to the current GRES Committee\, although members are still able to put themselves forward at the AGM itself\, provided they have a proposer and a seconder\, and any current member can put themselves forward for any Committee position.\n\nSecond\, I hope many of you will be able to attend the GRES AGM on Thursday 18 September. If so\, please read through the minutes of the GRES AGM 2024 and the various reports as we’ll be taking a vote on each before the break for refreshments. If you are unable to attend and would like to pass on your apologies or raise any questions\, please contact the GRES Secretary – Bryan Puxley.\n\nPlease ask if you have any questions.\n  \nRegular meetings are typically held on the first Tuesday and the second-to-last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45 pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/2025-agm/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:AGM
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
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SUMMARY:Faversham Model Railway Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:Faversham Model Railway Exhibition 2025📅 13–14 September 2025 \nSaturday: 10:00 – 16:30 \nSunday: 10:00 – 16:00 \n📍 The Abbey School\, London Road\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8RZ \n🚂 Layouts | Trade Support | Society Stands | Refreshments | Free On-Site Parking \n🎟️ Admission: \nAdults (17+): £7.00 \nChildren (5–16): £3.00 \nUnder 5’s: Free \nCash preferred \n🔗 More info: www.favershammrc.org.uk
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/faversham-model-railway-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:The Abbey School\, London Road\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8RZ\, The Abbey School\, London Road\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8RZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250226T105210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T115628Z
UID:4714-1757613600-1757620800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 11th September 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-11th-september-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250901T135608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T135608Z
UID:5152-1757239200-1757260800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:CDMES Rail 200 - Trains Return to Ramsgate Harbour Sunday\, 7th September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Trains Return to Ramsgate Harbour\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the event\nThe Canterbury & District Model Engineering Society (CDMES) presents a seaside model engineering day along the former Ramsgate Harbour railway terminus site. Expect ride-on model railways on portable tracks\, a traction engine display in the Marina Esplanade Car Park and a model railway exhibition inside the atmospheric Ramsgate Tunnels. \nHighlights\n\nRide-on model railways (live steam & electric) on the seafront promenade.\nLive-steam traction engines on display in the marina car park.\nModel railway exhibition & layouts inside Ramsgate Tunnels.\nFamily friendly — good for railway enthusiasts and history lovers alike.\n\nPractical information\n\n\nWhen\nSunday\, 7 September 2025 — 10:00 to 16:00 \nWhere\nMarina Esplanade (seafront promenade)\, Marina Esplanade Car Park & Ramsgate Tunnels. \nOrganiser\nCanterbury & District Model Engineering Society (CDMES) \n\n\nAccessibility\nRamsgate Tunnels are historic — some areas may have limited accessibility. If you require assistance\, contact the organisers in advance. \nTravel & parking\nPublic transport to Ramsgate town centre is recommended. Limited parking may be available at Marina Esplanade Car Park. \n\n\nVenues\n\n\n\nMarina Esplanade (Promenade)\nRide-on model railways and seafront displays.\n\n\n\nMarina Esplanade Car Park\nLive-steam traction engine display and family-friendly exhibits.\n\n\n\nRamsgate Tunnels\nIndoor model railway exhibition in the Victorian tunnel complex.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/cdmes-rail-200-trains-return-to-ramsgate-harbour-sunday-7th-september-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250416T072545Z
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SUMMARY:London Buses in the 1960s & 1970s - Paul Hills
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 2 September – London Buses in the 1960s & 1970s – Paul Hills \nRegular meetings are typically held on the first Tuesday and the second-to-last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45 pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/london-buses-in-the-1960s-1970s-paul-hills/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250819T074603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T082629Z
UID:5129-1756549800-1756652400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Days Lane Baptist Church (Sidcup) – Family Fun Weekend Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st August 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nLocation: Days Lane Baptist Church\, Days Lane\, Sidcup\, DA15 8JX \nSaturday 30th August 2025 – Fun Day & BBQ\nTime: 10:30 am – 3:00 pm \n\nGames and prizes\nModel train exhibits\nArts and crafts\nFace painting\nRefreshments\nBBQ\n\nSunday 31st August 2025 – Family Service & Outdoor Picnic\nTime: 11:00 am \n\nFamily service\nOutdoor picnic\n\nThis is a FREE family weekend event and open to everyone! \nFor more information\, visit www.dayslanebaptistchurch.org.uk \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/days-lane-baptist-church-sidcup-family-fun-weekend-saturday-30th-and-sunday-31st-august-2025/
LOCATION:Days Lane Baptist Church\, Days Lane\, Sidcup\, DA15 8JX\, Days Lane Baptist Church\, Days Lane\, Sidcup\, DA15 8JX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250824T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T160000
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SUMMARY:Ashford Train Maintenance Depot Open day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 24th August – Southeastern are holding an open day at their Ashford Train Maintenance Depot (10am – 4pm). \nAshford Train Maintenance Centre\, Station Road Ashford TN23 1EZ \nThe event will allow visitors to explore the depot\, see heritage engines\, and enjoy family-friendly activities. \nTickets are £25 for adults and £15 for children. Southeastern says that proceeds will go to Railway 200 charities. \n  \nStep Behind the Scenes: Southeastern’s Exclusive Railway 200 Depot Open Day\n\n  \n\nCelebrate 200 years of railway history – Southeastern is opening the doors to Ashford Train Maintenance Centre for an exclusive behind-the-scenes open day\nGo where the public never goes – our engineering team will guide train enthusiasts of all ages through one of the region’s largest and most impressive train depots\nSunday 24th August – tickets go on sale soon\, so don’t miss your chance to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event!\n\n  \n\n\nTo celebrate 200 years of the passenger railway in the UK; Southeastern is opening the doors to their train maintenance depot in Ashford for one very special day. \nThis unique event\, hosted by the Southeastern engineering team\, will take train enthusiasts of all ages behind the scenes of one of the largest railway depots in the region. \nMeet the People Behind the Railway\nGuests will have the opportunity to meet people who work in a variety of roles at Southeastern and across the wider rail industry – from engineers and drivers to safety specialists and infrastructure experts. \nGet Up Close with Incredible Trains\nOf course\, there are also exceptional opportunities to get up close with a stunning range of trains from both today and yesterday! \nVisitors can walk through the maintenance shed and see a variety of Southeastern trains\, including the special Railway 200 Class 395 ‘Javelin’ train – 395015. \n  \n\n  \nFrom there\, visitors can continue outside into the operational yard to see a fantastic selection of heritage trains\, including: \n\nClan line steam engine\nMPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle)\nHastings Diesel ‘Thumper’\nBalfour Beatty Tamper\nClass 73\nClass 66\nBluebell ‘Stepney’ Locomotive\n\nAll trains are subject to availability and may change before the event. \nDiscover 200 Years of Railway Heritage\nIt’s not just about the trains – a host of stands will tell the incredible story of 200 years of railway history. \nThe Southeastern Recruitment Team will be available to showcase the fantastic and varied career opportunities available\, perfect for those considering joining the railway industry. \nColleagues from Network Rail will also be on hand to explain how they manage\, maintain and repair the infrastructure that keeps services moving\, day in and day out. \nBritish Transport Police will be available to provide insights into their vital work keeping our railways safe – alongside the Southeastern Safeguarding Team and the Network Rail Margate Safety Team. \nA special Hornby stand will be available throughout the day\, giving visitors the opportunity to browse and purchase from their extensive range of model trains\, including the special Railway 200 high-speed train. \nWhy not also take the opportunity to check out the incredible AIMREC Model Railway and meet the passionate teams who run the Romney\, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway and the Kent and East Sussex Railway. \nThose who feel the need for speed can meet Southeastern employee and racing driver Toby Trice and see his Porsche Cayman. \nFun for All the Family\nLast but not least\, there’s plenty to keep the kids entertained – including a roundabout ride\, a miniature train\, and the chance to see a selection of working diggers in action \n\n  \nPurchase tickets using the link below\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/southeastern-train-depot-open-day-tickets-1469564469889 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/ashford-train-maintenance-depot-open-day-2025/
LOCATION:Ashford Train Maintenance Depot\, Ashford Train Maintenance Centre\, Station Road\, Ashford\, TN23 1EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T200000
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SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 14th August 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-14th-august-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
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SUMMARY:Tinkers Park Railway Gala 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August – Tinkers Park Railway Gala\, Tinkers Park\, Main Road\, Hadlow Down\, East Sussex\, TN22 4HS (10am – 5pm both days). \nPayment via cash only \nAdults – £8\, \nAccompanied Under 16s – £2\, \nFamily – £20. \nModel railway layouts\, trade stands\, rides on a narrow gauge railway and a beer tent. Plus a bus rally on the Sunday. \nThere will be intensive train action on the Great Bush Railway\, plus a special appearance from a local classic car club\, as well as a small funfair for the children\, also our ever popular traction engine trailer rides around the 25 acre site\, along with cab rides in our Green Goddess fire engine. \nFor all enquiries relating to the Railway Gala\, please contact: mrplus@tinkerspark.com \nFor Bus entry requests\, especially if you would like to be in service over the weekend. please contact: busrally@tinkerspark.com \nCash-only site
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/tinkers-park-railway-gala-2025/
LOCATION:Tinkers Park\, Main Road\, Hadlow Down\, East Sussex\, TN22 4HS\, Tinkers Park\, Main Road\, Hadlow Down\, East Sussex\, TN22 4HS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Tinkers Park Railway":MAILTO:mrplus@tinkerspark.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T094127Z
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SUMMARY:Bexhill Model Railway Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9th August – Bexhill Model Railway Exhibition\, St Richards Catholic College\, Ashdown Road\, Bexhill-On-Sea\, East Sussex TN40 1SE (10am – 5pm). \nAdults – £6\, \nAccompanied Under 16s – £2\, \nFamily – £14. \n22 layouts and 10 trade stands. \nAttendance List\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendance List for the up coming Exhibition\n\n  \nLayouts:\nOut West 0n30 \n‘U’ Drive It \nSt. Petrock Quay 0 / 0-16.5 \nNeustist N \nGas Street Yard 0 \nPenmawr 00 \nLargar and Lime Works 0n30 \nWickhambreux Road 00 \nTram Layout 00 \nPagham Harbour 0-16.5 \nRybnik N \nRichborough Port N \nQueen Charlotte’s Dock 0 \nFence Houses NCB 00 \nCanute Road Quay 00 \nDaconby Town 3mm \nTraders\nRail Books \nMike Turner \nGolden Arrow Productions \nEuroscale Models \nRoger Jones \nSupercast \nThe Wagon Yard \nNeale Rainer \nSquires Tools \nHarrison Brown \nSocieties\n7mm Narrow Gauge Assiciation \nSouthern Electric Group \nHastings Tramways Group \nBMRC Sales stand \nBRMC Display
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/bexhill-model-railway-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:St Richards Catholic College\, Ashdown Road\, Bexhill-On-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1SE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250805T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250805T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250416T072338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T072338Z
UID:4898-1754422200-1754429400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Gravesend West in miniature - GRES Modellers
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 5 August – Gravesend West in miniature – GRES Modellers \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/gravesend-west-in-miniature-gres-modellers/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250803T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250803T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250804T093602Z
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SUMMARY:Invicta Model Railway Exhibition Sunday 3rd August 2025
DESCRIPTION:Invicta Model Railway Exhibition Sunday 3rd August 2025\n\nOur 3rd August 2025 Event day incorporates a model railway exhibition featuring layouts and trade/Society stands. \nThis is an indoor/outdoor event.    \nA favourite in the steam day calendar\, the Engine Shed is converted to an exhibition among the locos. Organised by Invicta Model Rail  Invicta Model Rail stockists of Hornby\, Bachmann\, Peco\, Gaugemaster and most other leading brands\, hosted in conjunction with a BWLR Steam Day\, it makes a fantastic family day out. Plenty of model rail layouts to wonder at and stalls to wander around\, it caters for the seasoned hobbyist to the newly inspired. Best value tickets are online up until the day before\, get yours here:\n\nInvicta Model Railway Show and Steam Day – Sunday 3rd August \n\nLayouts \n\nLayouts include \nRainbow Rock (GN15) \nLoads Of Balls \nSomewhere In France (oo9) \nNeustift (N) \nStoney Shaw (016.5) \nFawcett Street (OO) \nShillingstone (N) \nFrittenden Rd (O) \nHolmeshurst (O) \nNonington Quay (OO) \nHeathcote (N) \nCrookham Vale (OO9) \nCawdor (OO) \nOre & Upless light railway \n\n  \nTrade/Society stand include \nInvicta Model Rail\, Sidcup. Tel: 0208 302 7774 \nSittingbourne & Kemsley \nAndy Lynch Secondhand \nNGRS (Narrow Gauge Railway Society) \n  \nBredgar & Wormshill Model Railway Show\, The Warren\, Swanton Street\, Bredgar\, Kent\, ME9 8AT (10am – 4pm). Adults – £20\, Under 16s – £10\, Family – £50; (or £15\, £7.50 and £40 respectively if tickets bought in advance). Charges include unlimited rides on the narrow-gauge steam trains
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/invicta-model-railway-exhibition-sunday-3rd-august-2025/
LOCATION:Bredgar & Wormshill Model Railway\, The Warren\, Swanton Street\, Bredgar\, Kent\, ME9 8AT\, The Warren\, Swanton Street\, Bredgar\,\, Kent\, ME9 8AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Invicta Model Railway Exhibition":MAILTO:invictamodelrail@btconnect.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250727T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250721T103701Z
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SUMMARY:Sevenoaks Model Railway Show 2025
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY 27TH JULY \n10am – 4pm \n\n\nSevenoaks Primary School \nBradbourne Park Road\, Sevenoaks\, Kent\, TN13 3LB \n20 fully scenic model railway layouts and 13 trade stands\, Free on site parking and full wheelchair access. On site café. Ticket prices listed below include discounted entry prices for pre booking. Entry price for ticket sales on the door on the day will be slightly higher and tickets on the day are available from 10am on the Sunday. All those with pre booked tickets also get early entry from 9:45am on the day. Discounted pre booked tickets will be taken off sale at 8am on the day of the show. \nON THE DAY DOOR PRICES:\nAdults £7\nOver 65’s £5\nChild (3 to 16) £5\nFamily £15 ( 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) \nPRE-BOOK YOUR TICKETS ONLINE AND PAY:\nAdults £5.95\nOver 65’s £3.95\nChild (3 to 16) £3.95\nFamily ( 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) – £12.95 \nUnfortunately\, we regret that dogs are not permitted at the venue\, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs. \nShow runs from 10am to 4pm with early entry at 9:45am for pre booked discounted ticket holders \nUnder 16’s must be accompanied by an adult \nPlease note although the ample onsite car park is free\, it might fill quickly and the car park will not be marshalled on the day. Parking on site is at your own risk
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/sevenoaks-model-railway-show-2025/
LOCATION:Sevenoaks Primary School Brandbourne Park Road (Entrance) Sevenoaks Kent TN13 3LB\, SEVENOAKS: Sevenoaks Primary School 0 Brandbourne Park Road (Entrance) Sevenoaks\, Sevenoaks\, Kent\, TN13 3LB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Model Railway Quest":MAILTO:modelrailwayquest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250724T074709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101615Z
UID:5095-1753524000-1753545600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:164th Birthday of Dover Priory railway station - 26th July
DESCRIPTION:Name the bear competition\nRaffle\nVintage bus rides\nTrades stands\nWindmill Hill\, child-friendly layout\n..and more!\n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, 26th July\, customers and colleagues are invited to join the birthday celebrations at Dover Priory station as it celebrates its 164th birthday! \nJames Pickering\, a member of the station\, said:  \n“There will be a smaller Birthday Party to celebrate the station’s actual birthday on Tuesday 22 July from 11:30 AM at Dover Priory Station Waiting Area. \n“But Saturday will be an opportunity to see the unveiling of a display on the vast Railway History of Dover\, which along with a small ceremony will feature a small buffet and of course a Birthday Cake! \n“This project has meant a lot to me and has seen outstanding collaboration between Southeastern’s Dover Priory team\, Dover District Council’s Community Rail Partnership\, Southern Electric Group\, Dover Transport Museum and former railway staff.” \nDover Priory station is located here: Google Maps (link opens in new window) \nInformation on Dover Priory station is available here: Dover Priory Station Information Page \n\n  \n  \nSaturday 26th July 10am – 4pm\nDover Priory Station\nCome along to Dover Priory Station to celebrate Dover Priory’s 164th birthday and the 200th anniversary of Britain’s Railways!\nLots of things to see and do!\nName the bear competition Raffle\nVintage bus rides around Dover Trade stands and so much more!\nAn event not to be missed\, all whilst raising money for the Railway Benefit Fund. \nSponsored by White Cliffs Community Rail Partnership & Southern Electric Group. \n\nAbout the event or activity\nVenue\nPriory Station Approach Road\, Folkestone Road\, Dover\, Kent\, CT17 9SB\, United Kingdom \nDate\n26 July 2025 \nFurther information\nOpen to the public\, no booking required \nPoster or Southern Electric Group Facebook page
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/164th-birthday-of-dover-priory-railway-station-26th-july/
LOCATION:Priory Station Approach Road\, Folkestone Road\, Dover\, Kent\, CT17 9SB\, United Kingdom\, Priory Station Approach Road\, Dover\, Kent\, CT17 9SB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250723T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
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SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 23rd July 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-23rd-july-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250226T110237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101437Z
UID:4735-1752919200-1753027200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Chatham Show Purchase Early Bird Tickets Model Railway Exhibition 19-20th July 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Chatham Show is returning to the The Historic Dockyard Chatham for 2025 following the success of 2024. Join us on 19-20th July for one of the largest events in the South East celebrating all things model railways and model engineering. \n \nTicket Prices – Available Online \nPrices locked for 2025 \n£10 on the day \n£9 in Advance\, also allowing entry 30 mins early at 9.30am each day \nAccompanied children (under 16) free \nTimes \nSaturday 10am – 5pm \nSunday 10am – 4pm
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/chatham-show-purchase-early-bird-tickets-model-railway-exhibition-19-20th-july-2025/
LOCATION:The Historic Dockyard Chatham\, The Historic Dockyard Chatham\, ME4 4TZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chatham & District Model Railway Club":MAILTO:info@chatham.show
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250226T105130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T115642Z
UID:4710-1752170400-1752177600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 10th July 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-july-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250701T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250701T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250416T072119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T072119Z
UID:4895-1751398200-1751405400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ivatt Diesel Recreation Society - Andrew Hoseason
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 1 July – Ivatt Diesel Recreation Society – Andrew Hoseason \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 \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/ivatt-diesel-recreation-society-andrew-hoseason/
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:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250602T143813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T143836Z
UID:5038-1751108400-1751126400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:East Kent Model Railway Society Pop-up Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:A special exhibition with the East Kent Model Railway Society \n\n\n\n\nSaturday 28 June\, 11am to 4pm Pop Up Model Railway Show with East Kent Model Railway Society \nNormal admission charges apply. Children under 16 accompanied by an adult are FREE \n\n\n\n\nTickets and Pricing\n\n\n\n£3 concessions\, £4 full admission\, children 16 and under FREE accompanied by an adult
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/east-kent-model-railway-society-pop-up-exhibition-2025/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250602T143607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T143607Z
UID:5034-1751104800-1751212800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bluebell Railway Model Railway Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\nView the timetable for this event\nThe event starts at 10am on Saturday and Sunday and finishes at 4pm on both days.\nThe layouts & traders are subject to change.\nPrices are for travel and event admission.\n* Any child (aged between 3-15 years old) can travel on our railway for just £1 with any fare-paying adult.\nUnder 3’s travel for free.\nOn-the-day tickets for this event will be available at our booking offices.\nAn enhanced platform ticket will be available for purchase on the day. This permits the holder to the event at Sheffield Park and also at Horsted Keynes\, it does not permit travel by train
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/bluebell-railway-model-railway-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Bluebell Railway\, Sheffield Park Station\, NR Uckfield\, East Sussex TN22 3QL.\, The Bluebell Railway\, Sheffield Park Station\, NR Uckfield\,\, East Sussex\, TN22 3QL.\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250602T143301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T143301Z
UID:5032-1751097600-1751130000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:GRES Annual Outing to the Great Central Railway
DESCRIPTION:GRES Annual Outing to the Great Central Railway
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/gres-annual-outing-to-the-great-central-railway/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250226T105119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T115648Z
UID:4709-1750874400-1750881600@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 25th June 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-25th-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250301T092909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T103509Z
UID:4749-1750586400-1750608000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:GRES Family day 22nd June 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRES Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society Family Day 22nd June 2025 \nEveryone\, young and old\, is invited to join us for an exciting day of railway-themed fun\, including: \n\nModel Train Layouts\, Demonstrations & Displays\nDavid Wills – Model Train Sales\nBob Vine – Amazing Marble Machines\nTrainmaster\, Train-Themed Events & Party Hosts\nWe Are Beams\, Play Activities\n4 Sub Association\nLoco DCC Chip fitting and onsite repairs\nLB&L Line Layout\nWindmill Hill family friendly 00 Gauge layout\nJongreg 009 Gauge Layout\nLocomotive graveyard 00 Gauge Layout\nDouble O Gauge Association\nDartford Scale Model Club\nRue CFF Bahnweg\nMedway Slot Car Club\nDovetail games presenting Train Sim World® 5\n\n+ more \nSnacks plus Hot & Cold Drinks available to purchase \nFree Parking \nThis is a FREE event hosted by GRES\, but donations are always appreciated! \nWe are excited to announce that Dovetail Games will be joining us to show Train Sim World® 5 and their fantastic add-ons including Networkers and Thomas! \n  \n \n  \nJoin us for our free Family Day event on 22nd June 2025
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/gres-family-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:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250523T084038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T084108Z
UID:5006-1749891600-1749913200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Maidstone vintage toy fair Market Saturday 14 June
DESCRIPTION:Maidstone vintage toy fair Market\nKent’s largest toy collectors fair \nOpen 9am – 3pm\nAdmissions £3\nDATES for 2025\n\nSaturday 12 April\nSaturday 14 June\nSaturday 4 Oct\nSaturday 6 Dec\n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/maidstone-vintage-toy-fair-market-saturday-14-june/
LOCATION:Lockmeadow Car park\, Lockmeadow Car park\, Baker Street\, Maidstone\, Kent\, ME16 8LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Maidstonetoyfair2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250226T105115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T115655Z
UID:4708-1749751200-1749758400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 12th June 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-12th-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250416T071957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T132103Z
UID:4890-1748979000-1748986200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:**** Cancelled ****  Fastrack - Shane Hymers\, KC **** Cancelled ****
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 3 June – Fastrack – Shane Hymers\, KC \nUnfortunately\, this event has been cancelled  \nThe Emmanuel Church\, Gravesend\, has incurred a leak\, and the water has been turned off as a result. Our meeting this evening has had to be cancelled. \n \nTuesday 3rd – Shane Hymers\, from KCC will be joining us to talk about Go Ahead’s operation of Fastrack services around Gravesend and Dartford. I’m sure he will tell us about the issues faced in introducing electric buses to these services. \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/fastrack-shane-hymers-kc/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/istockphoto-1189267550-612x612-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250106T100226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T105113Z
UID:4546-1748455200-1748462400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 28th May 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-28th-may-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250505T182834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T182834Z
UID:4947-1748080800-1748102400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Billericay Model Railway Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nBillericay Model Railway Exhibition\, Hannakins Farm Community Centre\, Rosebay Avenue\, Billericay\, CM12 0XP (10am – 4pm). Adults – £5.00\, Concessions – £4.50\, Under 18s – £3.00\, Family – £13.00.
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/billericay-model-railway-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:Hannakins Farm Community Centre\, Rosebay Avenue\, Billericay\, CM12 0XP\, Hannakins Farm Community Centre\, Rosebay Avenue\, Billericay\,\, Billericay\, Essex\, CM12 0XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20241031T094243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T072457Z
UID:4345-1747942200-1747949400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Midland & Great Northern Railway - Bob Poole
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 22 May – Midland & Great Northern Railway – Bob Poole \nRegular meetings are typically held on the first Tuesday and the second-to-last Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 7.45 pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/to-be-confirmed-6/
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:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T104028
CREATED:20250106T100110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T100110Z
UID:4544-1747332000-1747339200@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 15th May 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-15th-may-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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