MODEL Rail North West is inviting everyone to its 2001 exhibition in Bolton this weekend.

It is one of the premier model railway shows in the country and will feature 17 layouts in all scales and sizes, many making their first visit to the area.

There will also be 35 traders, manufacturers and model building demonstrators at the exhibition, which takes place at Bolton School between 10am and 6pm on Saturday, and 10am and 5pm on Sunday.