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Ulster Model Railway Club

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Welcome to the official Ulster Model Railway Club page. Average attendance on club nights ranges from 25 to 30 members.

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.

27/10/2026

**Exhibition Summary** Our team visited Dublin over the bank holiday with our ‘N’ Gauge layout Tannhoff. Visitors enjoyed a great selection of layouts and indeed the team from Irish Railway Models / Accurascale made a big reveal to the public with the launch of the new ‘C’ Class locomotive along with other offerings. There was a great selection of traders with lots to see. Our thanks to the team at MRSI for hosting us and look forward to 2028 🚂🚂

22/10/2026

Hi Everyone! Volume up for this weeks rolling stock from the third week of October with a steam excursion! 🚂🚂 # Belfast

21/10/2026

Hi Everyone! If you are heading to the Model Railway Society of Ireland exhibition in Dublin this weekend, lots to see from the Irish Railway Models and Accurascale UK team with a big announcement coming at the show 👀🚂🚂

Are you coming to visit us at the MRSI - Model Railway Society of Ireland 2026 Exhibition at Mount Temple this Bank Holiday weekend?

Ahead of the show we will have full, exciting updates on:

- The Intercity Railcars
- NIR Mark 2 Coaches
- GSR 800 Class Steam Locomotives

All updates will be online tomorrow morning, and you will be able to see all the models in the flesh in our cabinets at the show, along with some Accurascale UK and Heljan.com UK outline goodies.

Oh, and we have a little announcement too...

See you there!

20/10/2026

Hi Everyone! Volume up for this weeks rolling stock from our first running week of October 🚂🚂 # Belfast

19/10/2026

Hi Everyone! Another event for next month, a great opportunity to see a layout that featured with us back in August and indeed won best in show! ‘Portadown’ and ‘Little Japan’ will feature at the Aghalee Village Hall. Check out their page for more details 🚂🚂😎

Another exciting exhibition coming to the hall in November!
Carol and William Redpath are bringing their 2 award winning model railway exhibits, Portadown and Little Japan to the hall - a rare opportunity to see these.

Entry is free but Carol and William are encouraging donations

Do come along, you'll be blown away by the wonderful displays

19/10/2026

Hi Everyone! A busy weekend ahead this week, as our friends Model Railway Society of Ireland host their annual show this bank holiday weekend in Dublin! UMRC will be bringing Tannhoff down to the show with the recent extensive adjustments our team have made! We look forward to seeing you all again this weekend and another great show with lots to see

19/10/2026

Hi Everyone, our members were out and about on one of our many trips we organise throughout the year! Destination last week a railway themed journey to Kildare via Dublin. Members enjoyed a lunch and walk round the city before their return! Want to get involved with UMRC? We are always welcoming new members, no matter your experience or journey with your collection. Message our page for details

08/10/2026

Hi everyone! Check out our rolling stock for week starting 5th October

06/10/2026

Hi Everyone! Last night members enjoyed one of our many talks that we organised throughout the year. Last night was taken by member Arnold. This was discussing how to upgrade older locomotives with newer CD/DVD player motors which are readily available. We had a demonstration on an older class 29 Hornby locomotive getting upgraded with a newer motor for smoother running. Interest in getting involved with the Ulster model Railway club or any of the other activities that we have? Message our page for more information.

04/10/2026

On this Day 50 years ago….. began the first HST hauled high speed rail service in the UK 👀😎🚂

On this day in 1976, British Rail launched its new high-speed train (HST) service – the fastest diesel trains in the world - with a journey from Cardiff to London.

Powered by two diesel motors, the Inter-City 125 recorded a top speed of over 140mph in trial runs.

The introduction provided a regular high speed service between Cardiff, Bristol and London, and led to a surge in passenger numbers after some welcomed improvements to passenger comfort.

The carriages featured aircraft-like seating, with sliding electric doors at each end, and hot food served from an on-board kitchen with a "state-of-the-art" microwave oven.

Address

Inspire Business Park, Carrowreagh Road, Dundonald
Belfast
BT161QT

Opening Hours

Monday	7pm - 10pm
Thursday	7pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.ulstermodelrailwayclub.co.uk/

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