Glasgow and West of Scotland Model Railway Club

24/03/2026

The church on Blackbury Junction, which is nearly ready for ModelRail Scotland 2026. The model was originally built in the 1970s and this is the fifth layout that has featured it. The tower was replaced about 20 years ago as the original was unfortunately lost during a clubroom move.

05/03/2026

See you at the exhibition!

07/02/2026

We will be exhibiting our new OO gauge layout 'Blackbury Junction' at Model Rail Scotland

28/10/2025

Great to report that Glenkiln Road won the public vote for the best layout at the Cathcart exhibition

24/10/2025

Glenkiln Road is fully set up and ready for the Cathcart Model Railway Exhibition this weekend at the Pollokshaws Burgh Hall

19/10/2025

We will be attending with Michael Stokoe's Layout, "Glenkiln Road". Come along for a fantastic exhibition that has award winning layouts ready to entertain you!

Hi Guys
Well it's nearly here, next weekend is the one we've all been waiting for.
I hope you all enjoy this year's show.
We have 14 layouts, a model boat show, 5 traders, Scottish Railfans and a demonstration of 4mm modelling.
Don't forget if your feeling peckish there is a cafe serving hot and cold snacks and drinks.
If you'd like to see something else in next year's show please bring it to my attention and I'll see what I can do.

28/07/2025

The club will be exhibiting Michael Stokoe'' OO gauge layout 'Glenkiln Road' at the Cathcart Model Railway Exhibition at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall on the 25th and 26th October.
For information on the layout please see our website www.gwsmrc.co.uk and for detailed information on the exhibition see
https://www.clydesidemrc.com/about-1

25/05/2025

Lockerbie Container Train

Something we have fought with for many hours are the 8mm Dapol wheelsets on the container flats. So much so that we wouldn't run them at exhibitions as they were too unreliable and kept derailing.
Some modifications to a few wagons have now proved that they can run reliably, and at a better speed too to be more realistic!

15/04/2025

The members of Glasgow & West of Scotland Model Railway Club are profoundly saddened by the loss of our club member, Archie Brown.

Archie was well respected in all areas of Railway Modelling, and many members in the club learnt many skills from Archie over the years.

Archie will be remembered fondly for his contributions, and the countless memories he created with us.

We extend our deepest condolences to Archie’s family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.

12/04/2025

A few layouts currently in our clubroom. Please get in touch if you are interested in potentially visiting, with a view to joining.

23/02/2025

It's fair to say that we have been so busy setting up and playing trains with Phoenix Lane at Model Rail Scotland, that we forgot to update you all.

Today is the last day of the exhibition at the SEC, so come along and see us at Stand C12.