Kent Coffees & Cars - Takona
2024-05-12, 2024-06-09, 2024-07-14 | The WonderWorks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Margate, Kent, CT9 4JX, United Kingdom
Takona and The Wonder Works at Hornby HQ have teamed up to create a monthly meet where all are welcome. This is a free to attend, regular event aimed at improving Mental Health through talking.
More about Takona:
BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH CARS.
We’re a small clothing brand creating designs to spark conversations, using cars as the catalyst for connection.
Park up, grab a coffee, admire the cars, and get chatting!
For further information visit: Coffees & Cars – Takona

Meet the Pocher Team
2024-05-15 13:30 - 14:00 UTC
FREE EVENT: Say hello to the extraordinary Pocher Team! It’s your chance to dive into an informal chat with our brilliant designers and uncover the secrets behind our latest, jaw-dropping 1:8 scale models.

Paint-it!
2024-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
Come to our Paint-it! session where children can paint either a mini canvas or a mini horse – perfect for a Father’s Day gift.£5 per child.There’s no need to book, just turn up on the day and have fun!Parents supervision required at all times.Water-based paints used.

Double Hobby Rewards Points 23rd - 27th May
2024-05-23 08:00 - 2024-05-27 16:00 UTC
Double Hobby Rewards alert! From 23rd – 27th May, earn 2 x Hobby Reward points for each transaction, and don’t forget you can spend and redeem points in store.
Not a member yet? Sign up and start making your hobby even more rewarding https://uk.hornby.com/hobby-rewards

Warlord Gaming Evening
2024-05-23 18:00 - 20:30 UTC
Join us for our next Warlord Games Evening session on Thursday 23rd May 6pm- 8.30pm, £3 per player.
Doors are open from 5pm, and you are welcome to come set up early or even grab a bite to eat and drink in the café before you start!

To book your table please email wonderworksmargate@hornby.com, and state which board you would like to book out (first come, first served), and how many people it is for.

Warlord Boards:
– Desert scene
– Winter scene
– European farm
– Plain grass
– Blood Red Skies
– Town scene4x4

For anyone not booking out a board and just wants to pop along for a demo session or just to wander, you are welcome!

– Raffle with Warlord prizes – Warlord items available to buy –

Want to know more about Warlord Gaming at The WonderWorks? Join our group Warlord Games at The WonderWorks on Facebook.

FREE: D-Day Memorabilia Showcase
2024-05-24 10:00 - 2024-06-16 16:00 UTC
Come and view the poignant D-Day memorabilia showcase put together by WonderWorks staff member Vince. Vince has a keen interest in Military history and has assembled the collection of artifacts including a diary of Sergeant Pate who landed on Gold Beach on 6th June, D-Day.

Colour-in and win
2024-05-25 10:00 - 2024-06-02 16:00 UTC
We’ve got an exciting colouring competition for children featuring Airfix, Hornby and Scalextric!
We are giving 5 children the chance to each win a £20 gift voucher to spend at The WonderWorks, plus a family ticket to the exhibition!
Find out more, and download the colouring in sheets here

Test your knowledge: 1940s History Quiz
2024-05-25 10:00 - 2024-06-02 16:00 UTC
Have a go at the 1940s history quiz (included in exhibition ticket: £2.50 child, £5.00 adult) throughout the week from 25th May – 2nd June.
Test your knowledge and learn key facts about Hornby Hobbies products related to World War II.

Beat the Boss Challenger Challenge - morning session
2024-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
This half term, join us for a Beat the Boss Challenger Challenge for lots of fun and a chance to of winning the daily prize – a £20 WonderWorks gift voucher to spend in store.
The Challenge: The Manager of The WonderWorks took 8 minutes to build the QuickBuild Challenger kit – can you do it any faster?
Tickets

£7.50 per person – everyone who enter gets to keep the kit (RRP £14.99)
To buy tickets either call 01843 233524 or visit The WonderWorks.

Spaces are limited so we advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment on the day.
Suitable for ages 6+ due to small parts

Beat the Boss Challenger Challenge – afternoon session
2024-05-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-29 13:00 - 14:00 UTC

Scalextric Hot Laps Demo and New Car Releases
2024-05-29 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
Join us on Wednesday 29th May from 11 – 12 to meet the Scalextric Designers and have a demo of the brand new C1452M Scalextric Puma WRC Hot Laps Race Set months before it is in the shops!
Scalextric Hot Laps brings back the thrill of retro rally arcade racing games with an interactive lap counter and checkpoint racing app, combining the best bits from the world of slot racing and arcade gaming to create an exciting slot racing experience for the home. Hot Laps amps up the racing fun, without the need for extra hardware, so it is fully compatible with existing tracks and cars. Simply place your smart device onto the cardboard race gantry included and select your preferred race mode. The camera on the device uses motion detection so when the car zooms under the gantry the app counts a lap – super easy and tons of fun!
The team will also have new car releases on show, so this is a great opportunity to get to see and get your hands on new Scalextric products.

Beat the Boss Challenger Challenge – morning session
2024-05-29 11:00 - 12:00 UTC

Meet a Hornby Product Designer and see the latest samples!
2024-05-30 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
Come along to The WonderWorks on Thursday 30th May for your chance to meet a Hornby Product Designer and get to see the following samples up close.
– Flying Scotsman Steam Generator– Locomotion Running Sample– Class 755 Decoration Sample– Coronation coaches– TT Class 66

FREE EVENT: Humbrol 3D Printer Demonstration
2024-05-31 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
Intrigued about 3D printing but not sure where to start? Then come along to The WonderWorks for a 3D printer demonstration.
The team will be guiding you through the capabilities and you may even be able to take a keepsake home with you.

Motorholics Evening Car Meet
2024-06-08 17:00 - 20:00 UTC
Come along to The WonderWorks for the very first Motorholics Evening Car Meet on Saturday 8th June, 5pm until late. View the impressive array of cars, chat to the owners and enjoy the company of other car enthusiasts.
The WonderWorks cafe will be serving hot dogs and burgers between 5pm – 8pm. The exhibition will also be open, as will the shop.

Service Fleet Fayre
2024-06-16 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
Join us on Sunday, June 16th (Father’s Day) for the Service Fleet Fayre, happening from 10am to 3pm at The WonderWorks.
Explore a range of vehicles used by the services, including an Airport Fire Engine, Crash Rescue Vehicle, 1941 Austin K3 lorry and other powerful service transport.
The event will feature stalls including the RAF museum, J & R Medal Mounting, handmade military cushions and there will be performances from the 2433 (Thanet) Squadron Air Cadets Band throughout the day.
MORE TO BE REVEALED …
We will be revealing more of the vehicle line up and stalls in the lead up to the event. You’re not going to want to miss this!

Warlord Gaming Evening - 20th June
2024-06-20 18:00 - 20:30 UTC
Join us for the Warlord evening session on Thursday 20th June 6pm- 8.30pm, £3 per player.
Doors open from 5pm and you are welcome to come set up early or even grab a bite to eat and drink in the café before you start!
To book your table space please email wonderworksmargate@hornby.com and state which board you would like to book and how many players it is for (first come, first served).
– Winter 6x4ft
– European countryside 6x4ft
– Desert 6x4ft
– Normandy farm 6x4ft
– Blood Red Skies 4x4ft x2
Any board suggests welcome.
For anyone not booking out a board and just wants to pop along for a demo session or just to wander you are welcome!

Build your own QuickBuild Tank
2024-07-06 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
Build Your Own Tank.
Join us on Saturday 6th July from 11am – 2pm to build a QuickBuild Challenger Tank.
QuickBuild are Airfix model kits for adults to build together with children. The snap-together assembly means no glue or paint required for quick and hassle-free model making.
£7.50 per person RRP £14.99.
Pre-booking is advised, call 01843 233524 to secure your space.

Build your own QuickBuild Tank
2024-07-07 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us on Sunday 7th July from 11am – 2pm to build a QuickBuild Challenger Tank.
QuickBuild are Airfix model kits for adults to build together with children. The snap-together assembly means no glue or paint required for quick and hassle-free model making.
£7.50 per person RRP £14.99.
Pre-booking is advised, call 01843 233524 to secure your space.

Modelu 3D scan
2024-07-19 13:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London)
Modelu will be at The WonderWorks on Friday, July 19th from 1pm. Modeluoffers a 3D scan and print service, allowing you to create your very own ’00’ scale mini-you in colour – perfect for your dioramas and layouts.
Even better, Modelu is offering a special one-day-only 20% discount! For just £43.95, you can get your own personalised model figure.
For further information about the service visit 3D Body Scanning – Modelu (modelu3d.co.uk)

Motorholics Car Meet
2024-07-21 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
FREE EVENT: Come and enjoy looking at Motorholics cars at their next Car Meet on Sunday 21st July, 10am – 2pm.
The WonderWorks exhibition will be open as usual, as will the cafe and shop. Please note that the car park will be closed to the public for the event, however Marshalls will be on hand to assist. Blue badge holders will have access to the two disabled parking spaces.

CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
2024-07-24
We will be closed all day on Wednesday 24th July for a private event, we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We will be open as usual from Thursday 25th July onwards.

Warlord Gaming Evening – 25th July
2024-07-25 18:00 - 20:30 UTC

Humbrol 3D Printing Demo
2024-07-29 10:00 - 15:30 UTC
FREE EVENT

on Mondays in Summer holidays

Intrigued about 3D printing but not sure where to start? Then come along to The WonderWorks for a 3D printer demonstration.
The team will be guiding you through the capabilities and you may even be able to take a keepsake home with you.

Hornby Layout Building Demo
2024-07-30 10:00 - 15:30 UTC
Free Event
On Tuesday in Summer Holidays

Come along to our demo with the WonderWorks Master of Miniatures building a Hornby Layout, get some advise & tips on how to create the scenery and lay down the track and watch the progress on Tuesdays until the finished product!

Warlord Demo
2024-08-01 10:00 - 15:30 UTC
Free Event
On Thursday in Summer Holidays
Come along to our Warlord demos on Thursdays with the WonderWorks Master of Miniatures creating armies, wargaming boards and you might even be able to help out figure panting and building.

Build your own Airfix QuickBuild
2024-08-02 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
On Fridays in Summer Holidays
£7.50

Build Your Own Airfix QuickBuild and take home with you.
Join us on Fridays from 11am – 2pm to build an Airfix QuickBuild
QuickBuild are Airfix model kits for adults to build together with children. The snap-together assembly means no glue or paint required for quick and hassle-free model making.
£7.50 per person for this event and to buy in store RRP £14.99.
