IPMS (UK)
We are the International Plastic Modellers’ Society, founded in Great Britain in 1963, by modellers, for modellers. We have over 5,000 members in the UK, with a wide range of modelling interests, skills and knowledge. New members of all ages and abilities are most welcome. Click here to learn more about IPMS(UK)
We organise Scale ModelWorld, the world’s largest fine scale modelling show.
Many congratulations to the Senior and Junior Champions at Scale ModelWorld 2025:
And grateful thanks to all those who supported SMW 2025 and made it yet another success. Especial thanks to the volunteers who made the show happen, the numerous exhibitors, the magnificent competition entrants and especially to the traders who supported the event. See the Facebook page for more coverage and comments.
FEATURED NEWS
Scale ModelWorld 2026 tickets now on sale
Online ticketing for Scale ModelWorld 2026 is now open. For opening times, prices and a link to the ticketing page…
SMW26 Booking Form for Overseas
The booking process for overseas groups wishing to book and attend Scale ModelWorld 2026 at Telford International Centre on Saturday …
Scale ModelWorld 2026 Trader Booking Form
The trader booking form for 2026 is now available on the SMW Forms page, click here
International Scale Modeling Academy
As Overseas Liaison Officer for IPMS (UK) I was delighted to receive an email from Tomislav Stipanović, in IPMS Croatia, with the exciting news that he is reviving his long…
New Branches and SIGs
IPMS(UK) continues to develop with the addition of new UK Branches and Special Interest Groups. We welcome the following and wish them every success: Helicopter SIG The Independent Company Modellers…
Magazine Index updated
Mike Davey has updated the Magazine index, which covers over 60 years. This update includes 2026 Issue 3. It is available either sorted by subject, or by date. There are…
2026 Annual General Meeting
The 2026 IPMS(UK) Annual General Meeting was held courtesy of the Midland Air Museum. The minutes of the 2025 meeting, the accounts and the appointment of auditors were approved. Life…
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