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# Bristol Model Railway Exhibition 2026 · United Kingdom · Model Railway | TradeShowIntel

> The Bristol Model Railway Exhibition is an annual event held at Thornbury Leisure Centre, near Bristol, UK. The 2026 exhibition runs from May 1st to 3rd, featur

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# Bristol Model Railway Exhibition 2026

The Bristol Model Railway Exhibition is an annual event held at Thornbury Leisure Centre, near Bristol, UK. The 2026 exhibition runs from May 1st to 3rd, featuring over 30 model railway layouts, numerous trade stands, societies, and demonstrators. Organised by the Association of Model Railway Clubs Wales & West of England in conjunction with Warners Group Publications, it is the largest exhibition of its kind in South West England.
The Bristol Model Railway Exhibition is an annual event held at Thornbury Leisure Centre, near Bristol, UK. The 2026 exhibition runs from May 1st to 3rd, featuring over 30 model railway layouts, numerous trade stands, societies, and demonstrators. Organised by the Association of Model Railway Clubs Wales & West of England in conjunction with Warners Group Publications, it is the largest exhibition of its kind in South West England.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 1–3 May 2026

- **Venue:** Thornbury Leisure Centre

- **Industry:** Model Railways, Hobbies, Exhibitions, Model Railway, Hobby, Exhibition

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 30+

- **Attendees:** 5,000+

## Why exhibit
Showcase your model railway products, services, and layouts to a dedicated audience of enthusiasts and hobbyists at the largest model railway exhibition in South West England. Gain exposure through association with established organisers and media partners. Network with clubs, societies, and trade visitors from across the region.

## Why visit
Experience over 30 meticulously crafted model railway layouts, browse a wide range of trade stands offering the latest models, tools, and accessories, and learn from expert demonstrators. A must-visit for model railway enthusiasts of all ages, offering inspiration, shopping, and community.

## Exhibitor profile

- Model Railway Layouts

- Model Railway Trade

- Societies

- Demonstrators

## Visitor profile

- Model Railway Enthusiasts

- Hobbyists

- Families

- Collectors

## Industries

- Model Railways

- Hobbies

- Exhibitions

- Model Railway

- Hobby

- Exhibition

## Organisers

- Association of Model Railway Clubs Wales & West of England

- Warners Group Publications