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Practical Irish model railway guides — exhibition coverage, scale comparisons, retailer roundups and beginner advice.

Exhibitions

MRSI Exhibition 2026: Dublin's Biggest Model Railway Show

Everything you need to know about Ireland's largest model railway show — Mount Temple School, October 24–26. Featured layouts, trade stands, and how to plan your visit.

Apr 19, 20265 min read
Clubs

Irish Model Railway Clubs Directory — Where to Join in 2026

Six active Irish clubs — MRSI, SDMRC, Wexford, Mid West, Cork and Belfast. Where they meet, what they're like, and how to choose the right one.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Retail

Best Places to Buy Irish Outline Models in 2026

Where to source Irish prototype CIE/IÉ/NIR rolling stock — Irish Railway Models, Clark Railworks, Rails of Sheffield. Honest comparison of stock, shipping, prices.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Beginners

Getting Started with Irish Railway Modelling

Everything a new Irish modeller needs to make their first informed decisions — scale, prototype, budget, where to start.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Scales

OO Gauge vs N Gauge: Which Scale for Irish Modelling?

The two main scales for Irish modellers compared — space, range, prototype availability, cost. Honest recommendations for each visitor type.

Apr 19, 20265 min read
Prototypes

Top 10 Irish Railway Prototypes Worth Modelling

From the GNR's Boyne Viaduct to the West Clare narrow gauge — ten Irish railway prototypes that reward modelling, with notes on availability and difficulty.

Apr 19, 20267 min read