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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:20260429T124239
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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:20260429T124239
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
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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:20260429T124239
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:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250701T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250701T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
CREATED:20250416T080920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101415Z
UID:4912-1746871200-1746892800@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Birchington Model Railway Exhibition - Saturday 10 May
DESCRIPTION:Birchington Model Railway Exhibition – Saturday 10 May \n \n 
URL:https://www.gres.org.uk/event/birchington-model-railway-exhibition-saturday-10-may/
LOCATION:The Centre Birchington Alpha Road Birchington CT7 9EG\, The Centre Birchington\, Alpha Road Birchington\, Kent\, CT7 9EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Local Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Kent Model Railway Society (Whitstable)":MAILTO:ekmrswhitstable@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
CREATED:20241031T094153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T072828Z
UID:4343-1746559800-1746567000@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:It’s time for a PEP talk - George Marcar
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 6th May  It’s time for a PEP talk (George Marcar) \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-5/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, Emmanuel Baptist Church Hall\, Windmill Street\, Gravesend\, DA12 1BB
CATEGORIES:Club Talk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
CREATED:20250106T095930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T095930Z
UID:4542-1745431200-1745438400@www.gres.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modelling Group Evening 23rd 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-23rd-april-2025/
LOCATION:GRES Model Railway Club HQ\, Longfield\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Modelling Group Evening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/shford-Festival-of-Railway-Modelling-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="AIMREC":MAILTO:https://aimrec.co.uk/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/pb2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="ORPINGTON & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY":MAILTO:exhibition@odmrs.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gres.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GRES-Train-Day-5th-April-2025-banner.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T124239
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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