Model railway show attracts 600
MODEL railway enthusiasts are on the right track after a successful show. The Royston & District Model Railway Club held its 21st annual exhibition at The Meridian School, Royston, on Saturday. The event included 20 working track lay-outs, dioramas, publi
MODEL railway enthusiasts are on the right track after a successful show.
The Royston & District Model Railway Club held its 21st annual exhibition at The Meridian School, Royston, on Saturday.
The event included 20 working track lay-outs, dioramas, public demonstrations and trade stalls, created and overseen by 50 club members.
The Temple Falls lay-out was voted best-in-show by the public.
About 600 people attended, including the Mayor of Royston, Cllr Peter Lill.
Club secretary Tony Noades said: "It was a really good day as far as we were concerned.
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"The mayor seemed very impressed. We are already starting to organise next year's show."
Theclub holds weekly meetings at the Barley Town House, on Fridays from 8-10.30pm.
For details call Tony Noades on 01763 848424 or visit the club website at www.roystondmrc.co.uk
