Model show
The Festival of British Railway Modelling
- Run by Warners Group Publications (World of Railways)
- Doncaster Racecourse — Doncaster, England, United Kingdom
Next: Feb 13–14, 2027
A two-day model railway exhibition at Doncaster Racecourse in February, presented by World of Railways.
Updated
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Feb 13–14, 2027
Two-day show, Saturday and Sunday.
About this event
The Festival of British Railway Modelling is held at Doncaster Racecourse in South Yorkshire and presented by World of Railways, the website of Warners Group Publications, publisher of British Railway Modelling magazine. The organiser describes it as a much-loved annual show for railway enthusiasts, collectors and hobbyists.
For its latest edition the organiser listed more than 30 model railway layouts in varying scales, eras and gauges and more than 60 trade stands, clubs and societies. Advance ticket holders were offered early entry from 9:30am.
It is one of the shows in the World of Railways programme, which the organiser says runs from the South West to Yorkshire.
What to expect
Model railway layouts in varying scales, eras and gauges, trade stands from manufacturers and specialist retailers, and clubs and societies who answer visitors' questions. The organiser said advance ticket holders could enter from 9:30am at the latest edition.
Practical info
Held at Doncaster Racecourse, Leger Way, Doncaster DN2 6BB. The organiser's show page has a "How to find us" section for driving, bus and train journeys and a floor plan of the show. Booking details for each edition are published on the organiser's World of Railways show pages.
Where it happens
Spots and live cams nearby
Where to watch trains within 100 km of Doncaster.
Live Cams
- DoncasterDoncaster2.4 km
- York ROC, Yorkshire — East Coast Main LineYork48 km
- Wingfield, Derbyshire — Midland Main LineWingfield52 km
- Oxenhope, West Yorkshire — the KWVR's southern terminus and its Exhibition ShedOxenhope65 km
- Keighley — Keighley & Worth Valley RailwayKeighley65 km
- Ingrow West, West Yorkshire — the KWVR's museum station between Keighley and OakworthIngrow65 km
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
Dates checked on Oct 5, 2026 from the official site: world-of-railways.co.uk. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.
Official website: world-of-railways.co.uk
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