Model World LIVE 2026 returns to the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April 2026, bringing together railway, scale, and RC modelling in one of the UK’s largest multi-discipline modelling events.
Event details
- Dates: 25–26 April 2026
- Venue: NEC Birmingham, Hall 9
- Organiser: Key Publishing
- Exhibitors: 180+ stands across multiple modelling disciplines
Advance tickets are available, with discounted pricing offered until 23 April 2026 (5pm).
A major event for all types of modelling
Model World LIVE has quickly established itself as one of the UK’s leading modelling exhibitions, bringing together enthusiasts from across railway modelling, scale modelling, and radio control hobbies.
With over 180 stands, the event offers a huge variety of displays, products, and demonstrations, making it ideal whether you’re focused on railways or interested in the wider modelling world.
Key highlights for 2026
- Top-quality working model railway layouts from across the UK
- Pete Waterman’s largest layout of 2026 (144ft x 14ft)
- Featured layouts from Hornby Magazine and Key Model World
- Airfix Model World contributors showcasing new builds
- RCDrift 2026 championship finals
- Live radio control vehicle arenas
- Slot car racing with Mission Motorsport and Sawyer Models
- Interactive displays and expert demonstrations
- Manufacturer and trade stands covering all areas of modelling
Tickets and options
A range of ticket options are available, including:
- Advance discounted tickets (available until 23 April)
- VIP tickets (held at 2025 pricing)
- New weekend ticket including a £10 Key Model World voucher
- Bundle ticket including entry plus a pre-order model kit
Tickets are available exclusively through Key Publishing.
Trainsporters will be attending
Trainsporters will be exhibiting at Model World LIVE 2026. If you’re visiting the NEC, come and see us to explore storage and transport solutions designed to keep your model railway stock safe across all gauges.