We’re delighted to announce that Trainsporters will be attending the 38th Annual Shildon Model Railway Exhibition, held at the National Railway Museum in Shildon on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October 2025.
This much-loved event returns for its biggest show yet, promising a full weekend of layouts, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and trade stands — all set within the historic Locomotion site in County Durham.
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th October 2025
- Venue: Locomotion, The National Railway Museum at Shildon, County Durham
- Admission: Free entry
- Parking: Free on-site car park
Why Visit?
- 20+ model railway layouts from across the UK, spanning a range of scales and settings
- Live demonstrations and interactive workshops from experienced modellers
- Annual awards and fan-favourite voting – celebrate the best in the hobby
- Family-friendly activities including kids' play zones and scavenger hunts
- On-site refreshments and plenty of seating
Visit the Trainsporters Stand
We’ll be bringing our trusted range of stackable storage boxes with custom-cut foam inserts, purpose-built for keeping your models safe and secure. Whether you’re storing stock at home or transporting it to exhibitions, we’ve got a box for every need. Come and chat with us about your layout or collection.
Confirmed Traders
Explore a strong lineup of model railway retailers and specialist suppliers, including:
- Squires Model & Craft Tools
- Durham Trains
- Tri-ang Man
- J&J Models
- North Road Trains
- GM Transport Books
- Sawyers Models
- The Junction Box
- Pennine Models
- Primo Models
- Wensleydale Railways
- Anoraks Anonymous
- Station Models
- 1825 Models Stockton
- Stoneybridge Structures
- Tail Lamp Enterprises
- Bomber County Models
- MMR Models
- Thunderbolt Models
- Trainsporters
With free entry and something for all ages, this is a weekend not to miss. Whether you’re a seasoned modeller or just starting out, come along and discover the inspiring world of miniature railways.
We look forward to seeing you at Shildon!