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Thank you for coming!

South Cheshire Militaire (28/02/2010)

Our thanks to visitors, clubs and traders that made this year's show another great universal model show. Welcome to new friends and good to see familiar faces. Results will be posted as soon as the photos have been prepared and readied for uploading. Thanks also to the superb Oakley Centre staff!

Email back on line!

Website (23/01/2010)

The email issues have now been resolved so please use our contact form to get in touch with us here.

Email issues

Website (17/01/2010)

It seems that our email is only working on a semi-regular basis at the moment. If you have emailed us from the site in the last week or two, please bear with us whilst we sort the problem out and get back to you. Thanks, webmaster.

Trader booking form

Website (26/11/2009)

Traders - Download the 2010 booking form here!

HMS Illustrious in port!

Liverpool (25/10/2009)

HMS Illustrious is on a six day visit to Liverpool and has been open to the public today and will be again tomorrow (Monday 26 October 2009). Go on board one of our aircraft carriers (or through deck cruisers if you insist!) to see not only the ship and the excellent displays by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines in the carrier's hangar deck, but also the aircraft parked on Illustrious' deck including Merlin, Harrier, Lynx and Commando. A superb day out and Dragon does a 1:700 HMS Illustrious in their Modern Sea Power series. Diorama at the Pier Head, any of you keen ship modellers out there? See the Fleet Air Arm website here for more details.

• HMS Illustrious visiting Liverpool, October 2009.

2009 Results coming soon

Website (27/05/2009)

Following the completion of our site revamp (mostly, the Traders page is been worked upon), the 2009 competition results will be available shortly.
Thanks for your patience, SCM webmaster.

Summer 09

SCMMC on tour 2009!(23/05/2009)

The club has started its Summer Tour 2009! Disappointed with the lack of summer model shows, members of SCMMC can be found out in the field taking modelling to the public! Branching out into real (1/1 scale for all you modellers) vehicles, the club proudly displays British military vehicles alongside our mobile marquee at a number of classic vehicle events in the South Cheshire area. Ever keen to spread the word, club members can be found chatting to the public about the real vehicle at one moment and talking models the next - a great way to get people involved in the hobby. Keep an eye on the diary dates section for the next show and come and see us!

• Club members relax in the setting sun after another day bringing modelling to the public
• The encampment! A variety of vehicles can be seen in this BAOR roadblock full-size diorama, the club marquee is in the centre with Alan modelling away merrily!

Thanks to all! SCM09

South Cheshire Militaire 2009 (22/02/2009)

Many thanks to the visitors, clubs, traders and volunteers who made today's show the special model event it is. A big thank you also to the show team who put in such a big effort to make sure the day ran smoothly. Highlights of the show and competition medal winners will be posted shortly, keep visiting us for updates.

Oops! Technical Hitch

Website (22/02/2009)

Apologies to any of you who experienced an error on the site this morning, The error was found and fixed - but I do apologise to anyone who wasn't able to get show information before attending today and hope it didn't spoil your enjoyment.

Updated competetion classes

SC Militaire 2009 (22/02/2009)

The competition classes have been updated for 2009, please download them from the competition page here.

Countdown to the next show

Oakley Centre, Crewe(22/02/2009)

Get your models ready as the model show extravaganza continues with this year's South Cheshire Militaire universal model show on Sunday 22 February 2009 at the Oakley Centre, Crewe, Cheshire. Even if you aren't competing in our Open Competition (if not, why not have a go?) then there is plenty to see and do and the opportunity to get stocked up on kits and accessories for those summer modelling projects! See you there, the SCM team.

Season's Greetings!

From all at the South Cheshire Militaire (25/12/2008)

Sutton Coldfield show beckons!

Sutton Coldfield Town Hall (03/09/2008)

On Sunday 21 September, the club will going to the ever popular Sutton Coldfield show. Held in the sumptuous surroundings of Sutton's Town Hall, plenty of trade stands, club displays and, of course, the competition make this a great day out. As if you needed any extra encouragement, the food is always good, too!

Summer on tour!

various places (26/08/2008)

Our club extended it's ramge this summer, branching out into 1:1 scale! We visited a variety of vehicle rallies showing full size military vehicles alongside our new marquee housing the club display stand. Much interest was generated amongst military vehicle fans and the general public alike taking our hobby out to a wider audience.

Homepage refresh!

Website (29/05/2008)

We're trying out a new style for the homepage, let us know what you think of the new style here. We'll use your feedback and comments to improve our service to you.

Potteries Model Show 2008

Meir, Stoke on Trent. (16/03/2008)

Club members will be at the Potteries Model Show (Meir Model Club) this Sunday, 16 March 2008. This great local show (for us!) is definitely worth attending with clubs, traders, competition and great food! It's held at the Meir Community Centre (just off the A50), ST3 7DY for StaNav and online map users. See you there!

Competition results

Website (01/03/2008)

Competition results are being added at the moment. Whilst this is happening there will be a few issues with the site until this has been completed. Please bear with us until then! Many thanks, webmaster.

A superb anniversary year!

South Cheshire Militaire (24/02/2008)

A big thank you to all the clubs, traders, individuals and, of course, visitors who have made our 25th Anniversary show so special. Thanks also go to the hard-working Oakley Centre staff who make our lives much easier during the setting up and taking down of the show. Initial reports suggest that attendance over the day topped out in four figures - a superb achievement! We hope you enjoyed the show, if you did then let us know what made the show special for you! For those of you eager for results of the competition, please bear with us as our new judging system requires a few changes to the website but we will have results and pictures of all the excellent models on as soon as possible. Many thanks again to all and see you next year!
The South Cheshire Militaire team.

SCM2008

Oakley Centre Crewe(24/02/2008)

The Victoria Cross has been chosen as the special themed competition class for the 2008 South Cheshire Militaire, the greatest universal model show, to celebrate our outstanding 25th year at the Oakley Centre, Crewe. The show is on Sunday 24 February 2008 and a number of special events are being planned, keep an eye on our news section for details and the 2008 show page for information on clubs and traders attending. In addition to the special themed class, we have our usual open competition with a wide variety of classes for all modellers. We look forward to seeing you there to help us celebrate our Silver anniversary!

New competition classes for 2008

SC Militaire (20/01/2008)

New classes have been announced for the 2008 show. First, second and third places have been replaced by Bronze, Silver and Gold awards which will enable us to reward more modelling skill! For more information, visit the competition page here.

• New awards for the competition

Technial hitch!

Website (01/01/2008)

Apologies to all who encountered the slight technical hitch on the site over Christmas and New Year, now back to business as usual! Thanks for your patience, SCM webmaster

Newark Show Success!

Newark Showground (14/10/2007)

The Lincoln and Newark Model Expo 2007 brought a clutch of rewards for club members in the competition. Phil achieved second place with his excellent 1/144 Pearl Harbour diorama and was also highly commended by the judges for his Scout Walker in the Sci-Fi class. Alan's Japanese cruiser took second place in the ship class, whilst Euan took away first and second place for his Meteor T.7 and Gannet respectively. The prizes were awarded by no less than John Adams of Aeroclub fame, a stalwart of the show. The club also enjoyed a visit to the superb Newark Aviation Museum (see here for their site) where a trip around the Shackleton MR.3 was made more special by a chat with the former pilot! Our hats go off to the organisers of the show who pulled off an amazing feat of moving an entire show with very little time left before the event due to flood damage at the Southwell Racecourse Grandstand. Some criticism must be levelled, however, at the organisers of the Showground who failed to provide catering facilites as requested and took a somewhat petty approach to visitors to the model show using their facilities. We wish the Lincoln and Newark teams luck in finding a friendlier venue next year, perhaps the nearby museum - we can hope!

• Pearl Harbour diorama
• Scout Walker
• IJN warship
• Meteor T.7
• Fairey Gannet AS.1
• Visit to Newark Aviation Museum

First trip to Lincoln

Newark Show Ground(14/10/2007)

We're planning our first trip to the Expo 2007 show run by the Lincoln Model Club. This year, the show is being held on Sunday 14 Oct 07 at the Newark Show Ground at the junction of the A46 and A17 in Nottinghamshire (also home to the Newark Air Museum). We're looking forward to this new show on the calendar, filling the gap in our diaries left by the demise of the Cosford show. Visit the website here for more details.

Sutton Coldfield show '07

Sutton Coldfield (16/09/2007)

The club's annual outing to the Midlands was enjoyed by club members. An excellent show held in an elegant building, the Town Hall, no less, has grown bigger and better each year - 2007 was no exception. A plethora of club and trade stands catering to a variety of modelling tastes were on offer, with the bonus of a very well attended open competition. Three club members, including our youngest member, triumphed in the competition with an array of prizes (see pictures, below).

• The winning trio!
• Fee Fi Fo Fum (1st place)
• Roman Camel Corps - 1st Place

Warhammer (tm) comes to South Cheshire

Club (14/05/2007)

SCMMC is pleased to support a new Warhammer Club being established in Crewe. The ever popular Games Workshop products have been a feature at the club, but a new member is going that step beyond! They are looking for all likeminded adult Warhammer players eager to join, model and compete against each other. Lee will be available at most club meetings (see below left for details) or contact him through the form on the contact page.

• New club
• New club
• New club

Croft Model Show

Croft, Warrington (13/05/2007)

Alan represented the club at the Croft model show on Sunday, more details to follow!

SCM 2007

Oakley Centre, Crewe (25/02/2007)

Thank you all! Clubs, traders, vistors, staff and, indeed, everyone helped make 2007 a year to remember for the South Cheshire Militaire. A definite Sci-Fi theme ran through this year's show, From an invasion by the Dalek Builders' Guild, a battle droid and a certain blue Police Box in the foyer, to Adrian Hopwood's best in show, Astaroth, from the Fantasy and Sci-Fi competition class. Phil Stutcinskas' armour and Adrian Hopwood's figures attracted a great deal of interest, we hope they will continue to visit our future shows. See you in 2008!

Show day approaches

South Cheshire Militaire (16/02/2007)

Not long to go before the South Cheshire Militaire 2007! Don't forget to see our latest list of traders confirmed for the show and information about the show day here, find descriptions of the competition classes are available as an Acrobat/pdf file here or a simple list is available here by selecting to 2007 show. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th!

Bolton IPMS Winners!

Adlington Community Centre (21/01/2007)

A great time was had by all the Bolton IPMS show, thoroughly enjoyed by all with its mix of club and trade stands plus displays by Leyland Air Cadets and Aeroventure Museum, Doncaster. The club had two winners out on the day. Out of five prizes awarded, Mike won best model not in the themed competition with his DH2, Callum winning the Junior prize for his WW1 tank. Great show, and looking forward to visiting again at the new venue in Horwich.

• Mike with his winning DH2 Diorama
• Callum with his winning WW1 tank

Bolton IPMS

Adlington Community Centre (19/01/2007)

The club will be taking the stand to the excellent show hosted by the Bolton IPMS club in Adlington this Sunday (21 January 2007). The model theme this year is 'The Rising Sun', fleets of Alan's exquisite small scale Japanese battleships stand at the ready, alongside Phil's Pearl Harbour diorama. Show report to follow!

PHILSTUTCINSKAS

Coming to the South Cheshire Militaire(18/01/2007)

Phil Stutcinskas, Euro Militaire 'Best in Show' winner, is coming to the 2007 show! This outstanding modeller will be visiting the show and bringing a selection of his excellent models including the winning Wiking Division Panzer IV, "Konrad III". If you only go to one model show this year, make it the South Cheshire Militaire and don't miss the opportunity to meet Phil Stutcinskas in one his very few show displays and take the opportunity to see some of his amazing collection at close quarters.

• "Best in Show" - Euro Militaire
• Phil Stutcinskas' Panzer IV
• Konrad III

Club support helps British Legion Collection

Crewe Town Centre (07/12/2006)

The club was proud to have assisted the Royal British Legion poppy collection in Crewe town centre (see previous article) in raising £551.25. Very well done to all concerned for such a worthy cause.

Competition updates

2007 show (09/11/2006)

Further updates to the model competition classes! Following last year's show, not one new class has been added, but two! In addition to the new aircraft category, now diorama fans get the opportunity to let either their small or large scale talents shine with the new 1/48 and smaller category, and the counterpart of 1/47 and larger. Classes can be downloaded in Adobe PDF format here. The pdf viewer can be found here.

Club helps British Legion with Poppy sales

Crewe town centre (04/11/2006)

The two Steves ventured into Crewe town centre with Steve E's CVR(T) Sabre to give a boost to the Royal British Legion's fundraising through Poppy collections.

• Steve's CVR(T) Sabre and the British Legion on Poppy collection duty

OPERATIONMUSKETEER

SUEZ CRISIS SPECIAL 1956 - 2006(31/10/2006)

Fifty years ago today, Britain and France launched Operation Musketeer to regain control of the Suez Canal after President Nasser had nationalised it. To commemorate, we bring together club member Phil's scratchbuilt Suez paratrooper, Robert Aspinall's Westland Wyvern from the 2005 competition and Dave Halliday's AW Seahawk from the Warrington IPMS club that deserved a show feature in 2005 (more of Dave's Seahawk here)

• Op Musketeer Para
• Suez Hawker Seahawk
• Suez Westland Wyvern

New competition classes

2007 Show (12/10/2006)

The latest competition classes can now be downloaded from our Competition page , or downloaded directly from this link (opens in a new window). After the success of last year's expansion of the figure modelling category, aircraft modellers now have two new classes to choose from. We look forward to your entries!

Steve and his Sabre make national press!

Daily Mail (09/10/2006)

Club member Steve has made the national newspapers after Granada News filmed him driving around Cheshire in his CVR(T) Sabre Light Reconnaisnace tank! The Daily Mail and the Sun were just two of the dailies to run the story, see the Mail's report here .

Sutton Coldfield Model Show

Sutton Coldfield (10/09/2006)

The club travelled south to the Midlands to take part in the excellent Sutton Coldfield show. No less then ten SCMMC members turned up for the show, many of the club's new maroon shirts could be spotted throughout the show. A number of outstanding results were gained, see below for details.

• Mike's DH2 takes first place in the airraft section
• Phil J's 'Centrefold' diorama takes pride of place.
• Mike's scratchbuitl rendition of Vercingertorix wins him another first place.
• Alan's finely detailed HMS Royal Sovereign earns him second place in the ship category.
• Callum, one of our junior members, went up against stiff competition to earn third place with his 1/24 scale Jeep.

Club visit to the Cheshire Yeomanry

Fox Barracks (16/07/2006)

SCMMC ventures into 1:1 scale! The club displayed a CVR(T) Sabre reconnaisance vehicle, belonging to one of our members, to the Chester Yeomanry social day on Sunday. A variety of military vehicles attended the event, but the carefully restored Sabre drew admiring visitors from military and public alike.

• CVR(T) Sabre - club day out

Supporting the British Heart Foundation

Croft model show (14/05/2006)

The club ventured North once again to attend the Croft model show, run by the Birchwood Model Club in support of the British Heart Foundation. The relaxed and friendly show in this attractive village near Warrington was thoroughly enjoyed by all those attending. The club decided to support the show and its very worthwhile charitable aims not only by taking part, but also by providing a donation to the British Heart Foundation via the show organiser, Paul Gemmell.

• Phil and Mike present a cheque to Paul Gemmell, show organiser, and Shirley McNally, BHF Community Fundraising Manager

The ultimate SIG?

Book (11/05/2006)

The world record holder for the longest Service flying career, Sqn Ldr Norman Rose AFC & bar, has written his autobiography. Why is this on a modelling site? Norman undertook to build a model of at least one of every type he had flown. The resulting collection was so impressive it was acquired by the Imperial War Museum, and now resides with the Southampton Museum of Aviation. Norman's book is available from Keyham Books.

• Sqn Ldr Norman Rose's autobiography

Out with the old!

Website (14/04/2006)

Welcome to the new look South Cheshire Militaire website! We hope that it will improve your enjoyment of the show online, a public forum will be added soon to allow you to add your own modelling tips, share information or just speak your mind! If you have any comments, please use our Contact page to let us know. Regards, Euan (webmaster)

Phil Stutcinskas' amazing train

2006 show (22/02/2006)

Phil Stutcinskas' amazing rendition of the CMK "Kriegslocomotive" in 1/35 will be featured at the Militaire this year. This outstanding model was recently featured in Military Modelling magazine and will be on the 'must see' list of many modellers.

• Phil Stucinskas' 1/35 "Kriegslocomotive"

Latest show news

(14/02/2006)

In addition to the wide variety of models, several new additions are to be found this year. Building on the success of the full-size Star Wars Droid at the last show, it will return this year along with Boba Fett! Alongside this will be a full size Dalek and a Zulu display. Keep coming back for more news!

• Model Daleks on patrol!

Club trip to Bolton IPMS

Adlington Community Centre (22/01/2006)

The club made the trip over the Thelwall Viaduct to visit the Bolton IPMS show. Although a small venue, the show was well attended and full of models to look at and buy. Club member Mike was awarded a second place for his WW1 Albatross (see separate article) in the animal-themed competition, and was recognised from Windsock magazine! A great show, why not join our club and come with us next year?

• Bolton IPMS show
• The club stand at Bolton IPMS

Last club meeting of 2005

King's Arms, Earl Street, Crewe (21/12/2005)

The final club meeting of 2005 will take place at the usual venue of the King's Arms pub (see club page for details), new members welcome!

New website launched

(12/11/2005)

South Cheshire Militaire's new website is launched, featuring models from the 2005 show, with an archive available once 2006's competition winners are declared. More will be added soon including show highlights and feature articles on 'how to' and model building projects. Visit us again soon to see the new articles!

Models of Excellence

Crewe Guardian (10/11/2005)

SCMMC appear in print once again. Today's Guardian contained a report on the club members' success at the Sutton Coldfield show. Praise was singled out for Mike with his four first places including the model featured in Windsock magazine.

• Mike proudly displays one of his outstanding models

Club member in print

Windsock Magazine (22/09/2005)

The 1/48 Albatross with figures was given the colour article treatment by Windsock magazine. Impressed by his standard of handpainted 'lozenge' camouflage, the magazine, a First World War Aviation enthusiast's publication, showcased Mike's outstanding model.

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