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8th January 2012 New added benefits RAM Models and Fields of Glory Models have kindly offered a 10% discount to all IPMS members. Discount code will be published in the IPMS Magazine. See the Benefits page for other offers.

23rd November 2011 The Scale ModelWorld website has been updated to include a report on 2011, news of 2012 and pictures of the prize-winners and the show. Further pictures will be added later.

10th November 2011 70's Tastic! Remember hiding behind the settee watching Dr Who? The original K-9 from Dr Who will be at Scale ModelWorld on Mat Irvine's stand and will be helping him out during his talks. For those of you who preferred the wobbly sets of Blakes 7 the iconic spaceship, the Liberator, will also be on Mat's stand. This is the original 'HERO' model and very impressive it is too.

9th November 2011 Last minute accomodation bookings For last minute accommodation bookings the Telford University Campus is offering budget accommodation over this weekend. The University of Wolverhampton, Telford Campus is a 5-minute drive away from the show. All rooms are single en-suites. Accommodation only is £26.22 pppn. All rooms are single occupancy. Fee wi-fi Free car parking Bed & Breakfast is £34.20 pppn Full English with tea/coffee To make a booking telephone: 01902 321531, ask for Louise Callaghan or email: . The booking office is open 9am to 12 noon on 10th and 11th November 2011.

9th November 2011 Adam Tooby will be signing limited edition box art prints at Scale ModelWorld Airfix and Adam Tooby are proud to announce the release of three fantastic limited edition box art prints which Adam will be signing and numbering at the show. Initially three giclée images will be released in A2 and A3 size all printed on the finest quality paper. The subjects are the Lancaster G George, a Spitfire XII and a Folland Gnat T.1. All prints are limited so be one of the first to purchase this amazing imagery and meet Adam on the day.

8th November 2011 Masterclub UK launch new releases at Scale ModelWorld Masterclub UK are pleased to announce that Sergey Babich the creator of Masterclub will be attending Scale ModelWorld and will be on the Masterclub UK stand at the weekend along with at least 30 new releases across the Masterclub range of 1/35 resin figures and AFV accessories. Masterclub UK will also have a selection of Evolution Miniatures figures for sale.

8th November 2011 Aviation Bookshop book signing event at Scale ModelWorld - Update IPMS Life Member Peter Starkings will be signing copies of his new book 'Imperial Japanese Army Flying Schools 1912 - 1945. Also on Saturday 12th only, Steve Bond & Richard Forder will be signing copies of their new book 'Special Ops Liberators - 223 Bomber Support Squadron'. They will be joined by Fg Off Andrew Barron and Fg Off John Elliot, former RAF Liberator aircrew. To download a flyer click here.

4th November 2011 Visitor Guide update The final version of the Visitors Show Guide consisting of a map of the halls and a listing of all of the exhibitors is now available from the Show Guide page of the Scale ModelWorld website. This replaces all previous versions.

4th November 2011 Zoukei-Mura kit collection To all those who have reserved Zoukei-Mura kits you must pay for and collect your kits on Saturday 12th, any not claimed will be released for general sale on Sunday 13th.

30th October 2011 Competition Registration Just a reminder that all senior competition entries must by registered by 5th November. Members can download the rules and registration forms from the Show Page on the SMW website.

30th October 2011 Travel update for Scale ModelWorld 2011 There are overrunning road works at the entrance to the International Centre, we are working with the Centre management, council and police to minimise the disruption but with the increasing numbers attending the show we recommend setting off 30 minutes to 1 hour before your normal departure time. The Telford International Centre car parks fill quickly but there is alternative parking available for a small charge in the town centre and at the Cherry Blossom car park opposite the International Centre. Yellow traffic signs will direct you from the motorway to the venue and to the overspill car parking. For those of you arriving by train we have a special free mini bus service running during the show opening hours and 1 hr after closing. The mini bus will be at the station every 15 minutes from 9am. When you arrive at the station if the minibus is not waiting please go and stand by the Telford International Centre sign outside the station and the minibus will be along to collect you.

30th October 2011 Scale ModelWorld Trader and visitor guide update. With the show rapidly approaching there have been some additions to the Traders attending the show. MPM from the Czech Republic will be making their first appearance at the show. Mid West Developments will be selling their range of glues for all types of model. MMK again from the Czech Republic will bring along a wide selection of items. Void Miniatures will be selling their expanding range of exciting figures. RetroKiT will be selling his extensive range of high quality kits for the first time at Scale ModelWorld 3D print will be attending with some interesting developments for the modeller. Sphere Products/Progressive Engineering Solutions will also be attending. There will be a final update to the visitor guide a few days before the show so keep checking back and download the up to date guide before you set off. The plan published in Scale Aircraft Modelling is now out of date but we hope to have a correction sheet available at the show for those of you who bring that plan with you.

24 October 2011 IPMS (UK) Elections for 2012 The following posts are open for election in 2012. Nominations for the posts below should reach the Honorary Secretary no later that 31st December 2011. President Hon. Secretary Hon. Treasurer Membership Secretary Magazine Editor Publicity Officer Webmaster Competition Secretary Prospective candidates should have at least three years current and continuous membership of IPMS(UK) and must be proposed and seconded by other IPMS (UK) members in good standing. Please note members with commercial interest in the hobby of scale modelling are not eligible to hold an office on the Executive Committee. Please contact , Hon. Secretary, 20 Woodside Park Drive, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 4TG.

24 October 2011 Annual Dinner If you would like to take part in the Annual Dinner at the Holiday Inn please contact on 01952 527308. Full details of the menu are on page two of IPMS magazine 05/2011.

24 October 201 IPMS Members Show Timetable The full timetable for the show is on page 20 of IPMS magazine 05/2011 and can be downloaded here. Please note the public admission times are 10:00 on both days.

12th September 2011 The Aviation Bookshop announce book signing event at Scale ModelWorld The Aviation Bookshop will be holding book signing sessions on their stand at Scale ModelWorld 2011. Charles Keil will be on hand to sign copies of his latest book from Ad Hoc Publications, also Tom Cooper and David Nicholle will be signing copies of their latest books from Harpia Publishing. To download a flyer click here.

8th September 2011 Michael Beetham Conservation Centre Open Week The award winning Michael Beetham Conservation Centre (MBCC) at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford will be opening its doors to visitors from November 14th 2011 to November 19th 2011 to enable greater public access and understanding of the Centre's work. A range of aircraft and other artefacts in various states of restoration will be on display, including the Centre's largest project, the Wellington Bomber. Open from 10:15 to 13:00 daily. Admission price: Free. Car parking charges apply. More information here.

25th August 2011 Zoukei-Mura Inc. to attend Scale ModelWorld 12-13th November 2011 IPMS (UK) is pleased to announce that the major Japanese model manufacturer Zoukei-Mura Inc., famed for their fantastically detailed 1/32nd scale aircraft kits have chosen Scale ModelWorld as the venue for their first exhibition outside of Japan and the USA. Zoukei-Mura Inc. will have an exhibition stand in the overseas section of Scale ModelWorld and visitors will be able to purchase their full range of kits which are currently unavailable anywhere in Europe. Mr Kuni Shigeta of Zoukei- Mura Inc. chose Scale ModelWorld as the venue for their first European show due to its reputation as the premier model show in Europe and its worldwide reputation as the largest and best model show in the world. IPMS (UK) is honoured to be chosen by such a prestigious quality manufacturer and welcome Zoukei Mura alongside its other major exhibitors such as Airfix, Revell and Fine Molds who are also attending Scale Modelworld for the first time.

25th August 2011 Scale ModelWorld Visitors Show Guide now available The Visitors Show Guide consisting of a map of the halls and a listing of all of the exhibitors is now available from the Show Guide page of the Scale ModelWorld website.

12th June 2011 New members elected to the IPMS (UK) Executive Committee IPMS (UK) are delighted to announce that and were elected at the recent AGM to the posts of UK Liaison Officer and Overseas Liaison Officer respectively.

13th May 2011 Fine Molds to attend Scale ModelWorld 2011 on 12-13th November 2011 IPMS (UK) is pleased to announce that the major Japanese model manufacturer Fine Molds has chosen Scale ModelWorld 2011 as the venue for their first exhibition outside of Japan and the USA. Fine Molds will have an exhibition stand in the overseas section of Scale ModelWorld 2011and have hinted that new releases will be unveiled over the weekend. In addition to Fine Molds attendance as an exhibitor Mr Kunihiro Suzuki, President and founder of Fine Molds will attend in person and will be giving two one hour talks with a question and answer session over the weekend of Scale ModelWorld. Suzuki -san is the first guest of "Meet the Maker" a joint venture with HobbyLink Japan which intends to bring the heads of major overseas model manufacturers to Scale ModelWorld. That Fine Molds have chosen Scale ModelWorld as the venue for their first European exhibition is a great honour and a testament to the reputation that Scale ModelWorld has as the world's largest and best model show.