Founded in 1963, based in Belfast we are one of the largest model railway clubs in Ireland with members of all ages The Club was founded around 1963 by a small group of like-minded individuals in order to promote interest in, and knowledge of, railway modelling in its various forms. It caters for anyone interested in railway modelling, from beginners seeking to learn the ropes right through to the
more experienced modeller who enjoys building their own rolling stock. The Club meets on most Monday and Thursday nights accept Bank & Public Holidays between 7.30 and 10.00 p.m. in Euston Street, between the Castlereagh and Cregagh Roads in East Belfast where we have the sole use of two large rooms. At present we have around 57 members including at least one Junior member (aged 14 to 18 years). There are various activity options available to members on a typical club night. Some bring locomotives and rolling stock to run on the Club test tracks which cater for OO – both coarse and fine scale - and N gauge rolling stock. Others join one of the work parties carrying out modifications/improvements to another of the club’s layouts, a great opportunity to learn new skills. A few gather to watch the trains running or to talk about their latest project or any other topic of interest – not always rail-connected! From time to time there are talks or demonstrations from some of the more experienced members, as well as visiting speakers. Topics usually cover some aspect of railway modelling or focus on the historical railway scene or prototype railway practice. Members seeking modelling advice or information on prototype practice can at any time talk to some of the more experienced club members as well as scouring the club library on all manner of railway topics. All this serious stuff is interrupted around 8.30 pm for a cuppa (nothing stronger than tea or coffee is available!) and biscuits.
