Hi Bob
I gave forming a UK group/guild some thought a while ago.There currently is NOTHING in the UK that specialises in Period models.Numerous RC boat Clubs,loads of clubs and competitions for the plastic modeller.I even thought about joining the Surface Warship Association but the realisation that I would probably be in the minority of one made me realise I would benefit little from this.Quite sad really considering England was probably at the forefront of Naval models in the late 17th Century.
Whether forming a group would be of any benefit I suppose would be dependant on the members of such a group.Would the members be prepared to have some form of get together every so often?Would they bring any of their models and if they did,would they prepared to contribute to the hiring of a venue?The builders I have conversed with range from the Scottish highlands,Ireland,Cornwall and East Anglia so we are spread far and wide.
These are all things I thought about at the time.I really just don't know if there is enough interest.So much so,I am considering going to G.Delacroix's show in France next year.
Kind Regards
Nigel