Model Electronics Railway Group

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 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.

Joining MERG

Membership of MERG is amazingly good value, starting at just £16 per annum.

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MERG Area Groups

One of the excellent beneficial aspects of joining MERG is access to our growing number of MERG Area Groups.

Groups are being started up throughout the UK and worldwide - giving members the chance to meet and share knowledge.

To keep active during the current Coronavirus lock down many area groups are holding meetings over the web.

What's On

19-May	15:00 BST 3D Modelling SIG Zoom Meeting
	Online Zoom Meeting
19-May	Aberdeen Area Group Meeting
	Aberdeen Model Railway Club
19-May	19:30 BST South Hants AG Zoom Call
	Online Zoom Meeting
20-May	MERG Somerset Area Group Virtual Coffee Break
	Online Zoom Meeting
20-May	Cumbria AG Brew And Banter
	Online Zoom Meeting
21-May	Tayside Area Group meeting
	The Friary, Tullideph Road, Dundee DD2 2PN
21-May	10:00 BST South Hants Saturday Workshop
	Southampton Model Railway Society clubroom
21-May	MERG ANZAG Meeting
	Online Zoom Meeting
23-May	JAL Beginners' session
	Online Zoom Meeting
24-May	Arduino Introductory Tutorial
	Online Zoom Meeting
25-May	Cardiff Area Group Monthly Meeting
	Online Zoom Meeting
26-May	19:30 BST South Hants AG Zoom Call
	Online Zoom Meeting

Resources & Information

Below are links to various resources and information 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.

Model Rail Electronics Book

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.

Click here to read more about it and download a copy.