Ron Martin has shared some excellent news:
"Received this from Ian Porteous with regard to MRS22. Looks like we have a spot, just need to decide how to fill it."
I've copied the essentials of the initiation he received below and attached the full document.
I have pleasure in advising that the 'free of charge' Scale Society exhibitor category has been continued for another show and I have included your Society /Group in the planning arrangements for the 2022 event based on the following;
• Floor space allocation as defined in attached application form
• Provision of necessary tables/ chairs free of charge
• Provision of one13 amp socket free of charge
• Allocation of 4 exhibitor passes per day
The exhibition will take place in the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre Glasgow on 25, 26 and 27 February 2022 with setting up on Thursday 24 February.
Well, that sorts out one of the topics for the next meeting. :)
Graeme, that is excellent news and as you say gives us something to kick off our next meeting with.
Regards
John G
Hi Graeme
How do I offer my services to man the stand for the society for model rail Scotland
Thanks
Alan
Quote from: Alan Pollock on July 09, 2021, 19:40
Hi Graeme
How do I offer my services to man the stand for the society for model rail Scotland
Thanks
Alan
Many thanks for your offer Alan.
At present there are still a number of uncertainties. It will be a small stand - about 6 ft we understand.
Ron introduced the subject, but due to me getting muddled we left it rather late in the meeting to discuss fully. We intend to devote more time at the next meeting.
I imagine the main areas of support are likely to be:
- sufficient people to set up and break down the stand and mind the vehicle(s) and materials when moving stuff
- provide a rota on the stand over a day and over the three days.
Count me in as wanting to be involved where possible. Apologies for missing the last couple of meetings - work and family commitments.
Quote from: GraemeD on July 10, 2021, 08:13
Quote from: Alan Pollock on July 09, 2021, 19:40
Hi Graeme
How do I offer my services to man the stand for the society for model rail Scotland
Thanks
Alan
Many thanks for your offer Alan.
At present there are still a number of uncertainties. It will be a small stand - about 6 ft we understand.
Ron introduced the subject, but due to me getting muddled we left it rather late in the meeting to discuss fully. We intend to devote more time at the next meeting.
I imagine the main areas of support are likely to be:
- sufficient people to set up and break down the stand and mind the vehicle(s) and materials when moving stuff
- provide a rota on the stand over a day and over the three days.
Hi Graeme
can you please keep me in mined and update of what you and if you need my help im willing to do what is required to assist the society in any way i can
thanks
Alan
If you'd like to pick my brains from many years of organising the West Mids Group publicity stand (including at the NEC) then feel free to drop me an email to heritage@009society.com
I'd offer to come and help in person, but it's a bit of a trek from Birmingham...
Preparation for Model Rail Scotland (Friday 25th, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th February) is progressing, albeit slowly.
https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/ (https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/)
We need to prepare a roster of volunteers to look after our stand for the three days the exhibition is open to the public and for setting up on Thursday 24th. The organizers have allocated us four exhibitor passes per day so we can be 'well staffed'.
Please let me know which days and times you can take a turn on the exhibition stand. You can reply here, PM me or email at scoons.009ng@gmail.com
We have an area of 2.5 m x 2.5 m and an offer of a small layout from Ron. There is promotional material that will be put to the test at the Aberdeen Exhibition at the end of the month that should give a good idea of how it works out. It should be an easy and enjoyable stand to manage if we have ample cover, so sign up and take a turn!
Graeme I will be available on the Thursday to help set up, all day Friday and all or part of Saturday depending on how many team members are there. Booked into Pacific Quay for the Thursday and Friday night.
Regards
John G
Quote from: GraemeD on October 21, 2021, 19:33
Preparation for Model Rail Scotland (Friday 25th, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th February) is progressing, albeit slowly.
https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/ (https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/)
We need to prepare a roster of volunteers to look after our stand for the three days the exhibition is open to the public and for setting up on Thursday 24th. The organizers have allocated us four exhibitor passes per day so we can be 'well staffed'.
Please let me know which days and times you can take a turn on the exhibition stand. You can reply here, PM me or email at scoons.009ng@gmail.com
We have an area of 2.5 m x 2.5 m and an offer of a small layout from Ron. There is promotional material that will be put to the test at the Aberdeen Exhibition at the end of the month that should give a good idea of how it works out. It should be an easy and enjoyable stand to manage if we have ample cover, so sign up and take a turn!
Hi Graeme
I'm free Friday Saturday and Sunday if you want me to help out
Thanks
Alan
Many thanks Alan.
Can you manage all day Saturday and Sunday please and can you help with taking the stand down on Sunday?
I don't see times on the Model Rail website itself:
https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/database.html (https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/database.html)
But I do see times here:
https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/006917-model-rail-scotland/ (https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/006917-model-rail-scotland/)
Friday 10.30am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10.30am - 5pm
Quote from: GraemeD on October 23, 2021, 11:45
Many thanks Alan.
Can you manage all day Saturday and Sunday please and can you help with taking the stand down on Sunday?
I don't see times on the Model Rail website itself:
https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/database.html (https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/database.html)
But I do see times here:
https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/006917-model-rail-scotland/ (https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/006917-model-rail-scotland/)
Friday 10.30am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10.30am - 5pm
Hi Graeme
Yes that fine sat and Sunday all I need to do is get my covid passport I'm hoping it won't be required but I'm hoping someone can confirm it soon
Thanks
Alan
Quote from: GraemeD on October 21, 2021, 19:33
Preparation for Model Rail Scotland (Friday 25th, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th February) is progressing, albeit slowly.
https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/ (https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/)
We need to prepare a roster of volunteers to look after our stand for the three days the exhibition is open to the public and for setting up on Thursday 24th. The organizers have allocated us four exhibitor passes per day so we can be 'well staffed'.
Please let me know which days and times you can take a turn on the exhibition stand. You can reply here, PM me or email at scoons.009ng@gmail.com
We have an area of 2.5 m x 2.5 m and an offer of a small layout from Ron. There is promotional material that will be put to the test at the Aberdeen Exhibition at the end of the month that should give a good idea of how it works out. It should be an easy and enjoyable stand to manage if we have ample cover, so sign up and take a turn!
As per my previous post, keen to be involved. Bit far ahead to know definitely what my availability will be though. H
Hi Guys
Just checked model rail Scotlands website and according to it the tickets are now on sale this has to be positive for everyone involved
Thanks
Alan
Hi Guys
It's now confirmed that covid passports or exemption are required to attend model rail Scotland hopefully you are all checking regularly if you're going https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/
Thanks
Alan
P.s latest news on layout so far 1 009 layout confirmed sorry for the edit i over looked the 009 layout
Going well so far!
A good bit of interest from potential members and current ones saying hello.
There should be photos and more information later.
Getting too late to type any more tonight!
Saturday was even better. Everyone did a great job.
A shout out to Society members who came along to the stand to say hello.
There will be a fuller report when the dust settles.
Thanks to you, Graeme, and the other local members for representing the Society at this major exhibition. It really helps to attract new members and support existing one .
Best wishes, Julian
Hi Guy's
well where do i start i really want to thank everyone that helped out particularly Graeme for organizing the part's you did and Hugh and Brian for bring your layouts and stock i be leave a showmen's traction engine made an appearance on one layout at one point after a really early start for me and using public transport on the 3 days i still managed to be at the secc in plenty of time I've took look over 100 photo's i am willing to share although ill contact the people that where there and well pick the best one's to share with you witch ever way i hope you'll get to see something i'm hope the same again next year all going well so all i can say thanks for such an enjoyable weekend and i hope to show you some pictures soon
thanks
Alan
Thanks Alan. It is great to have a record of what it was like to share with others. Thanks for being our 'official photographer' and to all who helped out.
Quote from: GraemeD on February 27, 2022, 20:54
Thanks Alan. It is great to have a record of what it was like to share with others. Thanks for being our 'official photographer' and to all who helped out.
Hi Graeme
Thanks it's a pleasure to do the things I enjoy doing and thanks to modern technology I can share them almost instantly witch makes it worth while for me
Thanks
Alan
Congratulations to all, sounds like a great weekend and looking forward to seeing the photos. Hopefully be back next year and I will be able to join you. Well done all.