Organised by Trevor Davis Partnership and Chris Rainey, both internationally renowned names in the world of Postal History, this portfolio of shows featuring stamps, covers and everything philatelic has been the success story of the last 30 years. The Strand Stamp Fair has been held in London every month since 1969, whilst the two-day York Stamp & Coin Fair has been running twice a year since the 1980s. PHILATEX, which takes place over three days at the Royal Horticultural Halls & Conference Centre, is also held twice a year. It has become one of the most popular fixtures on the London philatelic scene, attracting both national and international dealers and visitors. There are upwards of 100 Dealers with stands, buying and selling Philatelic material. Tables and chairs at the stands make for comfort. You can buy or sell, get valuations or just browse and see what the hobby is all about. There are various specialist society meetings on the Saturday to which everyone is welcome, whether member or not. There is a bar for alcoholic drinks plus a full self service restaurant serving hot and cold meals, open during the day. Not auctions but interesting information.