All types of models and modellers
We are a bunch of like minded people who get a bit of a buzz out of making plastic models. Some build models straight from the box - or plastic bag, while others like to scratch build and put in lots of details. To give you some idea of the range of models, have a look at our members' biographies and our galleries. We all enjoy the hobby and everyone is happy to talk about their models, or ask for help, swap techniques, or offer encouragement. The Earley Risers Model Club is a branch of the IPMS(UK) as such most, although not all, of our members have IPMS membership.
A fun time Modelling, during the day
The club meets in Lower Earley, on the Southeast side of Reading, usually on the third Sunday of each month.
Please check the events page for Dates and Times.
Some members turn up for a full session's modelling, while others come along anytime during the day, just for a chat.
If you would like to join us, or find out more about The Earley Risers
Please contact Steve Abbey, or come and see us at any of the model shows we'll be attending during the year.
Next Meetings
20 July 2025
11:00-17:00
Then Meeting 17 August 11:00-17:00
Next Show Attendances
6 July IPMS Romsey show
27 July BDAC show
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We now meet at
Maiden Place Community Centre,
Maiden Place, Lower Earley RG6 3HE.
click here for details of how to get there
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Latest News from The Earley Risers in 2025
June
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21 June
A great day out at The Helicopter Museum
Six Earley Risers attended the Model Show, just outside Weston-super-Mare, hosted by The North Somerset IPMs
For more details, click here
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Another busy weekend for The ERs!!
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14 June
Tim L and The Nige attend IPMS Ipswich model show
The intrepid pair set up the stand and both did well at the competition tables
Click here for more
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15 June
The ERs Summer Competitions held
The tables were filled with a variety of models from different genres.
To see more, including results, click here
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A busy weekend for The Earley Risers!
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1 June
Liz & Steve attended IPMS Tyneside’s Northern Model Show in North Shields.
The Earley Risers' mixed display of tanks, tractors, sci-Fi and figures attracted a lot of attention throughout the day
For more, click here
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31 May
8 Risers went to IPMS Salisbury's Model Show & gained Best Stand Award
Dave, Mark, Hugh, Robin, Phil and Ian, along with Ewan and Nige, rocked up to the show in Lavestock, near Salisbury.
For more, click here
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May
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May "Show & Tell"
Just one finished model this month;
The Nige's Supermarine Attacker
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18 May
Earley Risers surrounded by Mosquitoes at Salisbury Hall
The Earley Risers' display was set amongst the three Mosquitoes in the main hall at The Mosquito Museum's 2025 model show
For more, click here
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4 May
Earley Risers enter the Jet Age
The Nige, Peter, Phil, Jeff, Liz & Steve, along with Dave and Andrey went to IPMS Gloucester's model show. Whilst there, some of them went down the road and visited The Jet Age Museum. They managed a tour of various aircraft, including a Vulcan cockpit.
The friendly little model show seemed a little more quiet than normal,(although several ERs managed to sell a few unwanted kits from their stashes!) As usual, our mix of models attracted much attention throughout the day.
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The Nige enjoying a rest in the back of a Vulcan cockpit
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April
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April "Show & Tell"
This month's models include:
Ian's 1/24 scale Honda CRX • Sean's Wildcat • Nige's German Truck with late cab
Steve's 1/24 scale Fordson N tractor and his 1/16 scale Maybach airship engine
While Hugh's 130HP LeClerget 9B (Best in Show at Poole) makes another appearance
For pics, click here
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13 April
Hugh wins Best in Show at Poole
The rest of us did quite well in the competition area as well!
11 Members of the Earley Risers attended the Poole Vikings show
More words & pics from Sean here
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March
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March "Show & Tell"
This month, we have a selection of 9 models from Dave, Sean, Ewan, Phil, Roland, 'The Nige' & Steve,
Dave's 1/24 Lotus Europa Special • 'Green Witch's New Shoes' by Phil • Steve's 'Land Ship' Mk.1
'Diablos' by Ewan • XFV-1 Salmon by Nige • Sean's French 44th Line, Henry V and German XIV Cent Knight • Roland's 'Wiking' vignette
For pics, click here
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16 March
Mad March Raffle
A great time was had by all. 24 members, plus 2 visitors,
all dug deep and helped raise £295 for club funds.
A whole stack of models, books & related
objects were graciously donated.
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February
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February "Show & Tell"
This month, we have models from Big Mick, 'The Nige' & Steve.
Mick - Churchill 'Toad' mine flail and Churchill VII AVRE
The Nige - Ratte and Maus and Steve's - Stug E100
For pics, click here
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16 February
Shuttleworth Model Show at Old Warden
A cold and damp show, brightened up with exciting model stands and interesting new venue display items, such as the DH Rapide at the far end of the hangar!
Click here for more details
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'Secret Santa'
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18 Risers took part in this year's Secret Santa.
They all brought in models, wrapped in festive paper. Then, after a draw, they each selected a parcel and opened it to reveal the kit they were going to build for our December 25 club meeting.
Some were overjoyed, and some were not! Who picked what model?
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January
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January "Show & Tell"
9 models on display this month:
Mick - Captured Churchill IV 1/35 • Nige - E100 Flakpanzer 1/35 and 2x Maus 1/144
Peter - Land Rover 86" Series, Mercedes 450 SL and Range Rover - all 1/43
Phil - Renault R35 1940 1/35 • Steve - Opel Blitz 1/24
For pics, click here
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Life Membership for Les
Club Member Les Beaumont was granted a Life Membership of The Earley Risers at our AGM, held in December. Mark and Steve visited him at home to present his certificate.
You will recall, Les suffered a stroke on 1st April 2020, which affected his left side. Unablle to walk, this rendered him housebound, spending his days in bed, or proppped up in a specially designed chair.
In spite of this, Les has kept his sense of humour. He looks forward to visits and phone calls from friends and club members
Les was suitably impressed
with his award!
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++++++ Good Bye 2024 - Hello to 2025! ++++++
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George Clark Christmas Competition
Earley Risers wrapped up 2024 with our “fun” Christmas competition. Following a pause of a few years the George Clark Christmas Competition is back.
Originally kicked off by the much-missed George Clark and reflecting his sense of humour the Christmas competition is a fun event for weird and quirky models, works in progress and anything else you can think of.
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All club members present voted for their favourite model. In a tight competition it was neck and neck between Phil May’s Warlock Necromancer and Ian Tress’s, T Mobile.
With the very last vote Ian’s model took the win. Well done Ian!
Thanks to everyone who entered models and voted.
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Ian's T-mobile
Phil's Warlock Necromancer
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