The Chiltern Model Railway Association once again held its modellers' workshop in 2009. Under the promotional name of TIME - Totally Interactive Modelling Event - the workshop involved modellers who belong to member organisations of the CMRA, presenting and demonstrating items of modelling interest to colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere, away from exhibition constraints.

The event incorporated films, talks, discussions and practical demonstrations, by leading figures in the railway modelling hobby. Some of those for 2009 were:

• Jacqui Perrat - on model tree construction

• Gordon & Maggie Gravett - on researching the Réseau Breton line

• Ken Surman - who spoke about Pendon Museum

• John Rawlinson - on the construction of 'Tornado'

• John Emerson - on his approach to model wagon construction

• John Kneeshaw - on the construction of a 7mm/ft scale wagon hoist

Trade who attended included John Dutfield Model Railways, Kevin Robertson Books and Magnet Insurance Services. The infamous C.M.R.A. Member's Sales second-hand stand also made an appearance.

About 120 railway modellers, all who belong to one of our member organisations, came along and spent a pleasant day talking, listening, learning and passing on their ideas to like minded modellers. Indeed many who participated reserved table space so as to bring along their models and so share their experiences. We also had several layouts in attendance in various states of completion for added interest.

The £7.50 admission fee included tea, coffee and an excellent buffet lunch.