Trainsporters will be attending the Manchester Christmas Model Railway Show 2025, organised by the Manchester Model Railway Society at the Sugden Sports Centre, Sidney Street, Manchester on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December 2025.
This year is a special one: the show not only celebrates 200 years of railways, but also the 100th anniversary of the Manchester Model Railway Society. Alongside a strong line-up of layouts, there will be a unique “Timeline Display” exploring the history of both full-size railways and railway modelling in Britain.
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December 2025
- Venue: The Sugden Sports Centre, Sidney Street, Manchester, M1 7HB
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Opening Times:
- Advance tickets: doors open 09:45
- Walk-up tickets from 10:30
- Close: 17:30 (Saturday), 16:30 (Sunday)
- Tickets: Pre-booked adult tickets £11 or £14 (with a limited £10 offer via the MMRS mailing list)
- Children: Supervised children go free
- Access: Step-free venue with excellent public transport links
What to Expect
- 26 top-quality layouts showcasing some of the best in modern model railway craftsmanship
- A major Timeline Display covering:
- The development of railways from 1804 onwards (including Pen-y-Darren, the Liverpool–Manchester Railway, grouping, nationalisation, Beeching, privatisation and the modern era)
- The evolution of model railways, including iconic layouts and influential modellers
- Historic models and displays featuring key figures from railway and modelling history
- Layouts and models from award-winning modellers – including multiple winners of the Railway Modeller Challenge Cup
- A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with something to interest both enthusiasts and casual visitors
Visit the Trainsporters Stand
We’ll be there with our range of stackable storage boxes with custom-cut foam inserts, designed to protect and organise your rolling stock whether you’re exhibiting, travelling to club nights, or storing your collection at home.
- Secure protection for locomotives, coaches and wagons
- Stackable, practical design for easy storage and transport
- Foam inserts available for different types of stock
If you’re visiting the show, do come and find the Trainsporters stand – we’ll be happy to talk through storage options and help you find the right solution for your collection.
The Manchester Christmas Model Railway Show 2025 promises to be a memorable weekend, combining history, high-quality modelling, and a centenary celebration for MMRS. We look forward to seeing you there.