Both Cambridge MAFVA and Northern Home Counties went along to the 2023 model show at the Shuttleworth Collection, Bedfordshire, which is conveniently placed just off the A1. The show is mainly about aircraft, as you can see from the trade stands that were piled high with aircraft kits, but there was quite a bit of ground forces represented on the model display tables. In addition to the two MAFVA clubs, Mildenhall and Milton Keynes also displayed some fine army hardware.
The Shuttleworth Collection is best know for it’s extensive, and unique collection of ancient flying machines, mostly dating back to before World war One; including the oldest aircraft in the world that is still capable of flight. However, tucked away throughout the museum there are some interesting vehicles that would make excellent model subjects or are already available in kit form…
