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Explore Aviation, Automotive,
Railways, Military, and More!

Your Destination for High-Flying Reads:

Explore Aviation, Automotive,
Railways, Military, and More!

Exploring Worlds:

A Journey Through Book Categories

From the Reader’s Chair:

A Customer-Centric Book Review Panel

I found the book very informative, as I drove the Artillery Limber when I was in BAOR. With a good coverage on all versions of the Stolly , I enjoyed reading the book.
Neil Scarbro
Very interesting subject, regards for posting.
froleprotrem
Review in Classic Military Vehicle november issue 2019 page 18
theo barten

Upcoming

Events & Exhibitions

BookWorld is excited to announce our attendance at a series of upcoming exhibitions, where we will be showcasing a diverse range of titles, engaging with book enthusiasts, and exploring the latest trends in the literary world.

  • January
  • Jan
  • February
  • Feb
  • March
  • Mar
  • April
  • Apr
  • May
  • May
  • June
  • Jun
  • July
  • Jul
  • August
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  • September
  • Sep
  • October
  • Oct
  • November
  • Nov
  • December
  • Dec

12th Apr

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

East Midlands Model Show 26

Hinckley Leisure Centre Argents Mead Hinckley, LE10 1BZ United Kingdom

Hinckley Leisure Centre
Argents Mead
Hinckley, LE10 1BZ United Kingdom
Sunday April 12th
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

18th Apr

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Scottish National Scale Model Show

The Live Active Dewars Centre Glover Street Perth PH2 0TH United Kingdom

Open to the Public:

– Saturday 10am to 5pm
– Sunday 10am to 4pm

Admission:
– Adult £10
– Children under 16 free if accompanied by a responsible adult.

​All tickets sold on Saturday will allow free re-entry to the show on the Sunday if shown at the door!

2nd Aug

9.30am to 4:30pm

IPMS Avon & Lincombe Barn’s combined…

Thornbury Leisure Centre BS35 3JB.

7th Feb

9.30am to 5pm

South West Model Show

The Tank Museum, Bovington, Wareham BH20 6JG

Traders, exhibitors and modelling demonstrations alongside the real thing. Model planes, ships, trains and, of course, tanks of all types and sizes will be available to see, make and purchase.
7-8 February 2026
Open 9.30am to 5pm

17th Jul

Royal International Air Tattoo

Air Tattoo RAF Fairford, Top Rd, Kempsford GL7 4EG Fairford

General Admission – Friday 17th July, Saturday 18th July and Sunday 19th July:
A standard general admission ticket will get you into the airshow, where you can watch all the flying and get up close to all the static aircraft. On Friday there is a four-hour plus flying display, and on Saturday and Sunday, a seven-hour plus flying display.

7th Jun

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Northern Model Show 2026

The Parks Sports Centre, Howdon Road, North Shields, NE29 6TL

The Parks Sports Centre, Howdon Road, North Shields, NE29 6TL

The Northern Model show has over the years grown into one of the largest regional shows with Traders & exhibitors covering all aspects of the hobby.

26th Jun

08:30 – 18:00 each day

TANKFEST 2026

The Tank Museum, Bovington, Wareham BH20 6JG

June 26th 27th and 28th
TANKFEST features three full days of arena action, with explosive displays of unique historic and modern armour running throughout the weekend.

See the stars of the Museum’s collection running alongside guest tanks and vehicles from the British Army. PLUS hear lectures from tank experts, explore Living History encampments, and see the world’s best collection of tanks inside The Tank Museum.

3rd May

10am - 4:30pm

IPMS Gloucester Model Show

Parton Rd, Churchdown, Gloucester GL3 2JH

Times: 10am-4:30pm

Prices: Adults £8, children and senior citizens £4

9th May

9.30am - 4:00pm

Spring Model Show

24 Haverstock Hill, London NW3 2BQ

The show opens 9.30am & closes at 4.00pm admission £6.00

The show will include toy soldier along with clubs and trade stands representing aviation, military, fantasy and sci-fi modelling, as well as cars, trucks and other civilian subjects, reflecting the full range of genres covered by Guideline Publications’ hobby magazines.
However, as before, the main emphasis will be on Toy Soldier collecting.

Reasons to Attend Guideline Publications Spring Show

* Europe’s No.1 London Toy Soldier Show
* A large selection of traders covering all the modelling and collecting genres covered by our magazines.
* A free to enter competition. Come and display your models and receive constructive feedback from our team of experienced judges.
* Meet and discuss your hobby with our team of editors and contributors in attendance.
* Meet and talk to fellow modellers in a friendly setting. Talk to local clubs and share your enthusiasm with fellow hobbyists.
* Great public transport links and free parking on site.
* Browse the entire range of Guideline Publications and magazine back issues – complete your collection!
COMPETITIONS * CLUB STANDS * ENTHUSIASTS
For trader/club reservations
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Telephone: +44 (0) 1582 668411

23rd May

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sword and Lance – 2026

Northern Echo Arena Mowden Park RFC Darlington, DL2 1DL United Kingdom

Saturday 23rd May
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Northern Echo Arena
Mowden Park RFC
Darlington, DL2 1DL United Kingdom

7th Nov

10am-6pm

Scale ModelWorld 2026

The International Centre, Telford The International Centre Telford, Shropshire TF3 4JH

27th Sep

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

IPMS Brampton St Ives Model Show

Burgess Hall Westwood Road St Ives, Cambrigeshire PE27 6WU

3rd Oct

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Abingdon IPMS Model Show – 2026

Larkmead School Faringdon Rd Abingdon, Oxon OX14 1RF

5th Sep

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Scale Scotland

Murrayfield Stadium Roseburn Street Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ