ABBEY COVE is an end to end 'OO' layout featuring two separate lines. Seen here is the upper level line which runs automatically under the control of a shuttle module with modifications to allow trains to pass in the central station. The lower line is normally operated using DCC and runs to a small dock yard area. This layout is on show in our club room. Today we see a class 47 in the shadow of the Abbey whilst the track maintenance team start making preparations for winter putting the snow ploughs through their function makes a stop at the platform of Abbey Cove station.The Ferness track major track works now completed we see class 37 at a halt in the shadow of the village church we see a first train pass through the section. Feel free to come along and see it - contact us via our 'CONTACT US' page for an invitation to join us.
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​The Ferness end-to-end exhibit now fully operational we see The "D5030 locomotive" a historic British Rail Class 24 diesel locomotive and seen here in BR Green livery. It was renumbered to 24030 .
(Loco courtesy of club member David.)
Also making a rare appearance at an impromptu Tram Gala .Here we see a flotilla of trams as they pass the Ferness Signal box .In the shot we see a Coronation Glasgow tram close up and 2 Coronation and Standard tram at the signal box . Also taking to the tracks for the first time an "In BUILD" coronation Tram during testing (Trams courtesy of club member Douglas & Duncan )
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Inverkeil layout
Developing the extension loop of the Inverkeil layout ,now is a time to make the positions of the building around the village and getting the surfaces contoured
3-D printed houses developed from actual photographs by Duncan and the buildings to be painted to natural hues by Brian , again credits to both members who contributed significantly to the railway arches running over the village
Make sure of your table for lunch at the Railway Inn
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We are pleased to be included again in the Kilmarnock and district mrc exhibition 2026,
Presented by Kilmarnock and District Model Railway Club and takes place annually the Linthouse Building at the Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine. The 2026 exhibition will be taking place on Saturday January 24th and Sunday 25th and will bring together some new amazing layouts representing a wide range of scales and eras
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Come along and see some of the finest model rail displays in the South West of Scotland .Including our own exhibit Tuerland
Tickets on sale at the door
Adults £7 | Concessions £5 | Kids under 16 Go FREE!
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Cathcart Model Railway Exhibition 2026
Do You have a home layout that you would like to show and impress other railway modelers. Now is your opportunity to demonstrate your private layout at the 2026 Cathcart Model Railway show .
Invitations are now open for applications to show and demonstrate your model rail layout and meet other modellers
If you would like to be considered for Cathcart model railway exhibition 2026 please forward your details with some photographs of your layout and a brief description to Exhibition Manager Bryan Crossan
email:-
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Our thanks to Scottish Pantry network who provide help with our exhibition presentations
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Our thank you to Allied Vehicles for the assitance they provide toward our work in Railway Modelling