Trainsporters will be exhibiting at The National Festival of Railway Modelling 2025, taking place on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November 2025 at the NEC, Birmingham (Hall 5). This is one of the largest and most prestigious model railway shows in the UK, bringing together an exceptional line-up of layouts, traders, demonstrations and industry-leading manufacturers.
Event Highlights
Visitors can enjoy a huge variety of modelling inspiration across scales and eras. The 2025 exhibition features:
- Over 40 layouts in OO, O, N, HO, P4, EM and specialist scales
- Big-name manufacturers including Hornby, Accurascale, Bachmann, Rapido, PECO and more
- More than 100 exhibitors, societies and trade stands
- World of Railways Stage with talks and demonstrations
- Hands-on opportunities and new product showcases
- Full disabled access throughout Hall 5
Some of the standout layouts spanning the show include:
- Grantham (OO)
- James Street (N)
- Beijiao (HO)
- Market Bosworth (P4)
- Navigation Road (EM)
- Ullapool (O)
- The Ridings (Gauge 1)
- Warton Road (Gauge 3)
- ...plus many more across all modelling disciplines
Visit the Trainsporters Stand
We’ll be exhibiting our full range of stackable storage boxes with custom-cut foam inserts, designed to protect O gauge and OO gauge rolling stock both at home and on the road. Our products are ideal for modellers transporting layout stock, club collections, or simply looking for reliable long-term storage.
- Secure protection for locos and rolling stock
- Stackable and space-efficient designs
- Foam inserts tailored for different stock types
We’ll be on hand all weekend to answer questions and help you select the best storage solutions for your collection.
Event Details
- Dates: 22–23 November 2025
- Venue: Hall 5, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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Opening Times:
- Saturday: 10:00–17:00 (9:30 for advance ticket holders)
- Sunday: 10:00–16:30 (9:30 for advance ticket holders)
- Admission: Adults £27.50 on the day (£22 advance). Under 16s free with an accompanying adult.
- Weekend Pass: £40 (advance)
- Accessibility: Full disabled access; mobility scooter policy in place.
Why Attend?
The National Festival of Railway Modelling is one of the most comprehensive modelling events in the country, offering inspiration and expertise at every turn. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the layouts, meet traders, discover new products, or improve your modelling skills, it’s a highlight of the modelling year.
We look forward to seeing you at the Trainsporters stand in Hall 5!