Making tracks for Falkirk's model rail show

Will this weekend's Falkirk Model Rail Show convince some dads to splash out on train sets for their kids' Christmas presents - or even for themselves?

Veteran news and documentary man Peter Snow is among the many enthusiasts to have a super-elaborate layout in his loft, and the sight of expertly-created working models can be inspirational.

The club’s annual exhibition is in Forth Valley College in Falkirk’s Grangemouth Road, from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and to 4.30pm on Sunday.

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There’s also a courtesy vintage bus service between Falkirk railway stations and the College, sponsored by Rainbow Railways - you’ll find timetables and details at http://www.falkirkmrc.co.uk/news.

On show will be a superb array of layouts in a variety of scales, many featuring eyecatching scenery as well as beautifully-constructed and authentically accurate model rolling stock of many different kinds.

Admission is £5.50, but £4.50 for senior citizens, £2.50 for under-14’s and £13.50 for a family group of two adults and two children.