Model enthusiasts have gathered at Alexandra Palace for this year’s London Model Engineering Exhibition.

Organisers say the event, now in its 24th year, aims to showcase the “past, present and future” of modelling.

Model engineer Alan Pearce, watches a train
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George Illingworth holds a model fire engine
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Enthusiasts look at model trucks
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A model engineer looks at pieces from a model train depot
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More than 40 clubs are showcasing their miniatures at the exhibition, which features nearly 2,000 models in total.

The show runs until Sunday.

Model Engineer Jack Snady looks at model ships
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London Model Engineering Exhibition 2019
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London Model Engineering Exhibition 2019
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London Model Engineering Exhibition 2019
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London Model Engineering Exhibition 2019
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London Model Engineering Exhibition 2019
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