News and Updates 2026

The Scottish Model Engineering Trust are pleased to present their 33rd award-winning annual model railway exhibition at the Dewars Centre, Glover Street, Perth over the weekend of 27th & 28th June. Packed into the hall will be 32 model railways sourced from all over the UK along with a representation from specialist railway societies, modelling demonstrations and support from some of the best trade the hobby has to offer. The exhibition has built a reputation over 33 years for producing a …

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We froze over winter, we got soaked in January, and now in spring, we are enjoying some long wished for sunshine! Just in time as well, as out first open day of 2026 is just around the corner - Sunday 5th April.

We’ve been hard at work at Wester Pickston since our last open day, including building a new engine shed, and adding a raised track for 5″ and 3½" gauge engines. While the raised track isn’t available for public running yet, you’ll see locos running around on it if …

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