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The Bristol Model Railway Exhibition 2026

Date & Time

📅 Fri, May 1, 2026

🕐 11:30 AM

Ends: Fri, May 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Location

📍 Thornbury Leisure Centre

Alveston Hill, Thornbury, BS35 3JB, United Kingdom, Thornbury, England, BS35 3JB

🏙️ Bristol

About This Event

One of the West’s leading model railway shows with 30+ layouts and 40+ retailers, clubs and societies, in Bristol, 1–3 May 2026.

The Bristol Model Railway Exhibition returns in 2026, continuing its long-standing reputation as one of the leading model railway shows in the West.

This popular exhibition is an outstanding showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation in railway modelling, offering something to enjoy for visitors of all ages and experience levels.

Pricing

  • Adult: £14 (£15 on-the-day)
  • Child(5-16): £7
  • Family (2 adults + 3 children): £35
  • Children under 5 go FREE

Booking in advance will ensure you save money on your ticket and have 30 minutes early entry into the show. Doors open at 9.30am for pre-booked ticket holders (excluding friday).

What to expect

  • Over 30 stunning layouts: Explore an impressive selection of layouts across a wide range of scales and gauges, carefully curated by the Association of Model Railway Clubs Wales & West of England.
  • 40+ retailers and specialist manufacturers: Browse a wide variety of traders offering models, accessories, tools, kits, and specialist items, with plenty of excellent show offers available throughout the event.
  • Societies, clubs & live demonstrations: Meet knowledgeable societies and clubs, enjoy live demonstrations, and gain inspiration and practical advice directly from experienced modellers.

Perfect for…

  • Railway modellers and hobbyists
  • Collectors and enthusiasts
  • Families and newcomers to the hobby
  • Anyone with an interest in railways and engineering


For a full list of layouts, exhibitors, and visitor information, please visit our event page here.

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Thornbury Leisure Centre

Alveston Hill, Thornbury, BS35 3JB, United Kingdom, Thornbury, England, BS35 3JB

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Tickets

GBP 7.00 - 35.00

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Duration

5 hours

Refund Policy

No Refunds

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World of Railways

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