John Ahern’s historic model railway that inspired the modern model railway hobby will be running on a select few days a year at Pendon Museum to help preserve this incredible creation. Normal museum admission prices apply and there is no need to book in advance.

Make sure to pick up a copy of our recently published Guide book which has some updated information about the MVR and is a must-have for any model rail enthusiast or anyone interested in John Ahern. You can purchase the Guide book at the museum.

Running dates for 2026 are:

John Ahern’s historic model railway that inspired the modern model railway hobby will be running on a select few days a year at Pendon Museum to help preserve this incredible creation. Normal museum admission prices apply and there is no need to book in advance.

Make sure to pick up a copy of our recently published Guide book which has some updated information about the MVR and is a must-have for any model rail enthusiast or anyone interested in John Ahern. You can purchase the Guide book at the museum.

Running dates for 2026 are:
Father’s Day Sunday 21 June
Saturday 3rd Oct
Saturday 14th Nov