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SUMMARY:Little Locomotive Efficiency Competition in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Little Locomotive Efficiency Competition in 2026 will be hosted by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society over the weekend of 21st – 22nd 2026 \nLittleLEC is the annual locomotive efficiency driving competition for small locomotives weighing 50lbs or under\, devised by the late Peter Langridge who was a member of the Guildford Model Engineering Society as a companion to the larger IMLEC competitions. \nLittleLEC spot-lights those small designs that were once the introduction to the hobby for many but now eclipsed by larger models capable of greater distances and speed. It caters for locomotives such as Rob Roy\, Juliet\, Tich\, Mona\, etc. \nLocomotives are run around a track completing as many laps as possible within 20 minutes\, the amount of coal used is recorded and efficiency calculated from this coupled with the weight of the engine\, trailing load\, track gradients and distance. The locomotive driven the most efficiently being the winner. \nFor more details about the LittleLEC competitions\, its concept\, guidelines\, efficiency calculations\, and past runners and results\, please take a look at the LittleLEC website https://www.littlelec.co.uk/ \nIf you’d like to take part in next year’s competition\, entry Forms are available from the LittleLEC Co-ordinator: littleLEC@gmes.org.uk Closing date for Entries is 15th May 2026
URL:https://fmes.org.uk/event/little-locomotive-efficiency-competition-in-2026/
LOCATION:South Cheshire Model Engineering Society\, The Peacock Hotel\, Crewe Road\, Willaston\, Nantwich\, CW5 6NE\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Little LEC Co-ordinator":MAILTO:littleLEC@gmes.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Tonbridge MES Open Day
DESCRIPTION:3-1/2 and 5 inch track\,  refreshments throughout the day\, including a BBQ at lunch time. \nPlease bring boiler and insurance certificates if you are bringing a loco
URL:https://fmes.org.uk/event/tonbridge-mes-open-day/
LOCATION:Tonbridge Model Engineering Society\, The Slade\, Tonbridge\, Kent\, TN9 1HR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Harwood (Tonbridge MES)":MAILTO:tonbridgemes@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Midlands Model Engineering Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Midlands Model Engineering Exhibition returns to the Warwickshire Event Centre from Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th October\, bringing together the very best of the hobby for four days of inspiration\, expertise and engineering excellence. \nRecognised as the UK’s largest event of its kind\, the exhibition will feature nearly 40 leading specialist trade suppliers\, offering everything model engineers need—from tools\, machinery and materials to components and expert advice. \nAt the heart of the show are the models themselves. Visitors can enjoy hundreds of exhibits across 32 competition and display classes\, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and a wide range of engineering disciplines. \nMore than 30 clubs and societies will also be in attendance\, presenting their own displays and providing opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts. Outdoor attractions\, including visiting steam engines\, add to the experience. \nA programme of live demonstrations\, workshops and talks will be announced in the coming months\, offering further opportunities to learn and develop new skills. \nWhether you’re a seasoned model engineer or simply curious about the hobby\, this is a key date in the calendar
URL:https://fmes.org.uk/event/the-midlands-model-engineering-exhibition/
LOCATION:Warwickshire Event Centre\, A425\, Southam Road\, Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV31 1FE\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Meridienne Exhibitions":MAILTO:info@meridienneexhibitions.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Seminar for Boiler Inspectors - Autumn 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Autumn 2026 Seminar for Boiler Inspectors will be held on Saturday 14th November \nKindly hosted by Leyland Society Of Model Engineering at their base in Worden Park\, Leyland. \nThe seminar is jointly sponsored by FMES and NAME for members of affiliated clubs and societies. \nPlaces are limited to 40 and pre-booking is essential. \nPlease send you expression of interest to attend to the organiser – details below.
URL:https://fmes.org.uk/event/seminar-for-boiler-inspectors-autumn-2026/
LOCATION:Leyland Society Of Model Engineering\, Worden Park\,\, Leyland\, PR25 1DJ\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Delegate Co-Ordinator":MAILTO:boilerseminarbooking@gmail.com
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