IPMS Gloucester Show Saturday 7th May

Although some distance away, this was another good show courtesy of Gloucester IPMS at the community centre at Churchdown. A fair few traders and several clubs all made for an interesting event. Salisbury set up with a mix & match of old display units and the new, but Brian Stoddart insisted on shelving in order to display small scale models; it has to be said perhaps, that for small scale or indeed, such detailed models as waterline naval vessels, shelving does enable the paying public to scrutinise (and hopefully enjoy) whatever is on display. The plinth system only facilitates an oblique downward study; discuss!

The photographs give a flavour of the show; notable amongst displays were a 1:72 Bristol Brabazon, still sadly "in progress" (but will be a stunner when completed), an extremely inspiring accessory set for 1:72 TSR 2 "what ifs", and a very impressive Warsaw Pact 1:35 collection of armour and rather esoteric radar-based
models from the Warrington IPMS; they, in fact, ended up with an award for the best display - well deserved.

The Salisbury display consisted of John Marriott's eclectic sci-fi collection, Roger Doswell's large scale selection, some fine Spitfires from John Hazel, and Brian Stoddart's small scale armour and missile efforts. Dave Berryman was manning his usual Cadet stand with a collection of RAF aircraft and associated vehicles.

Another well worth show that more Club members should pencil-in next time around. Many thanks to Gloucester IPMS.







Thanks to Brian Stoddart for the show report and pictures.
More pictures can be seen here;IPMS GLOUCESTER SHOW