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May The Toys Be With You 2026

  Once Upon a Time in Leicester ...  It is a period of nostalgia. Galactic travellers and sci-fi fans from across the East Midlands gather at the @LeicesterMuseums Art Gallery on the historic New Walk . In an upstairs gallery, a legendary collection has been unveiled. MAY THE TOYS BE WITH YOU showcases the rare artefacts of a bygone era, the plastic heroes and star ships that have fuelled the imaginations of countless generations. As fans marvel at pristine action figures and vintage cinema posters from across the epic space saga, they rediscover the magic of a galaxy far, far away , ensuring that the Force remains strong in the heart of the city of Leicester. Come with me as I explore this exhibition and rekindle memories of epic garden battles, where the suburban borders became forest moons and the sandpit became a vast desert world race track for Podracing under twin suns. As far as local links to this intergalactic Toy Story, we find the Palitoy factory in Coalvil...

Gauge One Layout Display

Step into the world of model railways in my latest video featuring the Gauge One Layout Display at The Battlefield Lines Winter Warmer Gala, inside the Market Bosworth Station Goods Shed. This showcase of model craftsmanship features a Gauge One model railway layout that captivated visitors with it`s intricate details, realistic sound effects, and impressive smoke effects. Viewers are treated to the sight and sound of several engines racing around the track. The engines, equipped with advanced chip based sound systems, emit authentic chugging, whistling, and bell-ringing sounds that transport onlookers to a bygone era of steam locomotion. The attention to detail is exceptional, with each engine boasting intricate designs replicating the characteristics of their real-life counterparts. Throughout the video, the camera captures the reactions of visitors, both young and old, as they watch the model trains speed along passing close to each other. Whether you're a seasoned model railwa...