London Model Engineering Exhibition At Alexandra Palace 2011

Online, January 12, 2011 (Newswire.com) - The exhibition is the largest modelling show in the UK and blends the full spectrum of modelling from the more traditional model engineering, steam locomotives and traction engines through to the modern remote control modelling including tanks, boats, aeroplanes and helicopters!

Visitors can travel between the show's different zones, trying their hands on activities and watching technical demonstrations to engage young people and spark a passion for a hobby that can last a lifetime.

The Model Active Zone features action displays from the British Model Flying Association (BMFA), the UK Tank Club and Gauge 1 Model Railway Association who present a live working locomotive which visitors can ride on along a short track.

The Imagineering Foundation, an organisation formed in response to a drastic shortage of skilled engineers in the UK, will be educating and entertaining on their display with a range of fun, hands on activities, all illustrating the basic principles of science, technology and engineering.

For adults, the Society of Model and Experimental Engineers (SMEE) will be introducing people to the hobby by letting them try their hand at turning something on a lathe and machining a small item which they can take away.

There are over a seventy specialist suppliers at the show also selling a full range of tooling and materials for almost every project. Many will also have parts which can be used for motor mechanics and other hobbies.

Exhibition Organiser Avril Spence explained:

"Model Engineering is a fantastic, hands-on hobby for people of all ages with numerous benefits. For the older generations it helps to keep their minds active and for the younger it teaches them the valuable skills science and engineering which seem to be lost from today's National Curriculum.

"I think it is important for this hobby to continue to thrive and the knowledge and experience be passed down through the generations - many of the skills learnt enjoying this hobby are used in modern manufacturing and technology including space travel and energy conservation".