The National Garden Railway Show 2026

Step into a world of large scale garden style model railways featuring live steam locomotives at The National Garden Railway Show 2026, taking place on Saturday, 25th April at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth.

Proudly presented in association with Garden Rail and the Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers, this unmissable event is the UK’s premier garden scale railway exhibition – bringing together enthusiasts, model makers, and families for a full day of live steam, layouts, and inspiration.

Pricing

• Adult: £18 (£20 on-the-day)
• Children under 18 go FREE with an accompanying adult

Booking in advance will ensure you save money on your ticket and have 30 minutes early entry into the show. Doors open at 9.30am for pre-booked ticket holders.

All ticket holders will be entered into a prize draw to win a Accucraft Mini Planet 0-4-0 WORTH £685!

What to expect

• Spectacular garden railway style layouts in a variety of larger scales, narrow and standard gauge.
• 50+ leading retailers, manufacturers, and specialists showcasing the best in model garden railway innovation and craftsmanship, including stands from various narrow gauge preservation and other specialist groups.
• A friendly, family atmosphere – perfect for newcomers and lifelong enthusiasts alike ! Under-18s FREE with accompanying adults!
• Fantastic Model of the Year Competition featuring the very best models in 16mm scale narrow gauge – locos, coaches and rolling stock, railway buildings and more !
• High quality second hand sales and a spectacular prize draw.

Whether you’re passionate about 16mm scale, live steam, or large-scale outdoor railways, or just thinking of building a garden railway, you’ll find endless ideas, inspiration, and expertise all under one roof.

For a full list of layouts, exhibitors, and visitor information, please visit our event page here.