About MERG
MERG (Model Electronic Railway Group) is an international, UK based society for people interested in the application of electronics and computing to all aspects of railway modelling.
Our aim is to enhance enjoyment of railway modelling by the development and use of electronics and computing to assist control and operation of our layouts.
To achieve this aim we publish a regular Journal with all previous issues archived in the online library. We also have an active online forum and extensive knowledgebase (wiki) including video tutorials. We also make available to members an extensive range of electronic kits ranging from the simple to the sophisticated, all developed and produced by members for members. Our area groups and special interest groups provide opportunities for face to face and Zoom meetings for social interaction and mutual assistance.
Further information on all these aspects of MERG activity is available on other sections of this page and in more detail on the linked pages. Feel free to browse and if you like what you see join us.
Joining MERG
Membership of MERG is amazingly good value, starting at just £24 per annum.
Click the sign to find out more about membership and to access our online joining form.
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Young MERG
Young MERG membership is available to any bright spark living in the UK, aged 12 or upwards, through online application and with the consent of a parent or guardian - who must also accompany the Young MERG member, and remain in attendance, at MERG events
Click the sign to find out more about Young MERG and to join online.
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More information
Click below to find more about:
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MERG Area Groups and Special Interest Groups
One of the excellent beneficial aspects of joining MERG is access to our growing number of MERG Area Groups and Special Interest Groups.
Area Groups are located in many areas of the UK and worldwide - giving members the chance to meet and share knowledge. Members are encouraged to form new area groups where needed. Special Interest Groups allow members interested in the relevant topic to share their interest without geographical restriction and usually meet via Zoom.
To keep active during the Coronavirus lock down many Area Groups started holding Zoom meetings and some have continued to hold Zoom meetings in addition to in person meetings.
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What's On
16-Oct | Tayside Area Group Zoom session |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
17-Oct | Croydon Area Group: Afternoon Workshop |
Croydon MRC Club House | |
17-Oct | 19:30 BST South Hants AG Zoom Call |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
18-Oct | MERG Somerset Area Group Virtual Coffee Break |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
19-Oct | 09:30 BST South Hants Saturday Workshop |
Southampton Model Railway Society clubroom | |
20-Oct | West Midlands Area Group Autumn Meeting |
BCNS, Titford Pump House, Engine Street, OLDBURY, West Midlands. | |
21-Oct | E101 Build Guide Review |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
22-Oct | Arduino SIG Meeting |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
24-Oct | Croydon Area Group: Afternoon Workshop |
Croydon MRC Club House | |
24-Oct | 19:30 BST South Hants AG Zoom Call |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
25-Oct | Wales North AG Zoom Meeting |
Online Zoom Meeting | |
26-Oct | MRSI Show |
Mount Temple School, Dublin |
Resources & Information
Below are links to various resources and information pages relating to electronics and electronic components that MERG makes freely available (subject to any copyright notices). Most of these are the responsibility of members(s), and MERG accepts no responsibility or liability for their use nor offers any warranty or validation on them.
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Model Rail Electronics Book
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MERG is pleased to recommend and support the widely downloaded book, written by MERG member Davy Dick, entitled "Electronics for Model Railways".
This excellent publication is available for free download.
Membership
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