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May 12, 2008
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Sat 17th - Sun 18th Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club 50th Anniversary Vintage and Classic Speed Hill Climb, Ireland 2008. To celebrate our 50th anniversary we are holding a Vintage and Classic Hill Climb for cars and motorcycles. On Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May 2008 we will be using two different hills on consecutive days. Motorcars classes from the Edwardian period up to 1980 will be catered for. Motorcycle classes from the Veteran period up to 1970 will be catered for Racing and standard machine are invited to take part on closed roads in the counties Tipperary and Waterford in Ireland, the two hills used, will be fast and challenging with good surfaces. All motorcar and motorcycle clubs and individuals are invited to this very well organised event. Traditional Irish hospitality, friendship and great racing is a certainty. Generous sponsorship from the ferry services is being negotiated to make this event a must for the truly competitive racing person. Limited entries are available. For further details contact David Bovenizer on 01242 890457 or Duncan Pittaway on 01179 641864. Email: bovenizer@btinternet.com |
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Sat 17th Fife Run. The Northumberland MG Club will be visiting Fife on Saturday 17th May and have requested that the Kingdom Club organise a joint run around Fife. We welcome all MG Owners. Tel: 01334 870076 Email: dickdennis@tiscali.co.uk |
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Sun 18th Rose of the Shires 2008. Northants MGOC annual Charity Road Run through Northamptonshire countryside, raising money for the Warks & Northants Air Ambulance. Contact Val Arnold. Tel: 01604 647704 Email: val.arnold@virgin.net |
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Sun 18th The Eleventh Jorvik Run - Ryedale and York MGOC Join us for 100 mile run through rural Yorkshire, starting and finishing at Castle Howard. Open to all classic cars. For more information contact guy Lockwood, 3 Holly Beck, Hayton, York, YO42 1SH. Tel: 01759 305386 (no calls after 9pm please) |
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Sat 24th - Sun 25th Lakes and Borders Weekend. Join Edinburgh MGOC on their Lakes and Borders Weekend. Based in Galasheils there are circular runs on both days. Visit the website to download an entry form or phone Len Wadge. Tel: 01361 810292 Web: http://www.edimg.org.uk |
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Sat 24th Spridget 50 - The Big Party You are invited to attend Spridget 50 - The Big Party. Probably the biggest gathering of Sprites and Midgets ever. All models and variants welcome. The entry fee is £12 which includes entry for Spridget, driver and passenger, rally plaque and commemorative souvenirs. To book call the ticket hotline on 01954 231125. Web: http://www.spridget50.com |
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Sun 25th - Mon 26th The Tal-y-llyn Railway's Tom Rolt Rally and Autojumble The 2008 Tom Rolt Rally, Tywyn, Gwynedd. Organised by the Cambridge-Oxford Owners' Club. Glorious Scenery, Steam Trains, Classic and Vintage Cars, Motorcycles, Light Commercials, Custom Cars and much more. Free entry. Free exhibitors camping on site. Club displays welcome. The event will also include the Welsh Rally and Tour of Snowdonia. To participate in this great weekend away contact Steve Turner. Tel: 01653 693183 Email: farinaman@btinternet.com |
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Fri 30th - Mon 02nd Jun Laon Circuit Historique. A wonderful way to spend a long weekend in the historic L'Aisne countryside. Join in the spectacle of approximately 400 cars as they traverse the region for what is the Circuit Historique de Laon - then join in the fun on Sunday for the parade through the old town. Travel packages from £155 per person. For more details contact the MGOC Travel Club (open Mon-Fri 9-5.30). Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Fri 30th - Tue 10th Jun MG Italian Lakes. After the success of last year's tour we will be returning to Lakes Como and Garda for this extra special Lakes and Mountains run. Price: £1050 per person. Contact the Travel Club and book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 01st Kames Sprint. Held at Kames circuit, Ayrshire. TH Services Northern Speed Championship. Contact Wigton Motor Club. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sun 01st MGs in the Park - Oxfordshire MGOCs Annual Event Have a 'Grand Day Out' at the Cotswold Wildlife Park just off the A361 near Burford, Oxfordshire. All MGs welcome. Free entry to the MG event and Wildlife Park for MG and driver. Over 300 MGs attended last year. Contact John King on 01993 778597. |
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Sun 01st Mountains and Valley Run (Herefordshire MGOC) ***FULLY BOOKED*** Charity run of 95 miles through North Herefordshire, and into the hills and valleys of South Shropshire. £16 per car. Full details from Trevor Jarvis. Early booking recommended. Tel: 01584 811451 Email: jarvistandp@aol.com |
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Sun 01st The 10th Anniversary New Forest Run. Southampton and New Forest MGOC present the 10th Anniversary New Forest Run. Starting at Copythorne and taking you on a 80-mile tour of the forest, finishing at Exbury Gardens. Entry is £15 per car, and includes rally plaque, commemorative plaque and refreshments. Limited to 250 cars. Proceeds go to local charities. Early booking recommended. Tel: 02380 868229 Email: nfrun@1009mg.org.uk Web: http://www.1009mg.org.uk |
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Sun 01st The 2008 Concours & Classic Car Show. Brighton and Hove Motor Club present this event, held in the delightful grounds of Stanmer Park, Brighton. Entry fee is £5. For further details contact Mr D Cook, 58 Ashurst Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 4PH. Tel: 07796 091734 6-9pm or 01273 387760 (answer machine) |
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Sun 01st The Bunyan Run (No 7) at Woburn Abbey Bedford MGOC is delighted to be invited back to the home of His Grace, the Duke of Bedford, for the 7th Charity Bunyan Run on Sunday 1st June 2008. The Bunyan Run continues to attract a fantastic variety of classic cars and offers a hospitality marquee and a hog roast after the run. Why not come and join us in 2008 at historic Woburn. For more details please call Maggie Goodchild on 01234 352038 or email maggie.goodchild@talk21.com. You can download details and an entry form by logging on to www.borneolinnells.co.uk/bunyanrun |
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Sun 01st The Durham MG Club’s Fourth North of England. All MG Show 10am to 4.30pm. At Beamish North of England Open Air Museum, Chester-le-Street, County Durham. Entry is £10 per car to include driver and passenger, which must be purchased in advance from the Durham MG Club. Extra passengers £7.50 each. These prices will not be available on the day, museum prices will apply. On Saturday 31st May at 6.15pm there is a tour of the large exhibits £2 per person, followed by a buffet supper at 7.45pm, £10 per person in the Sun Inn and Coop tearoom in he 1913 Old Town. MG parking and photos are allowed. Application forms from Derek Pickering, 6 Willow Tree Avenue, Gilesgate Moor, Durham, DH1 1EB. Tel: 0191 3868239 Email: Derek@pickering40.freeserve.co.uk Web: http://www.durhammgclub.co.uk |
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Sun 01st Thirteenth Red Mill British Car Day, Clinton, NJ. Sponsored by the MG Drivers Club of North America to benefit the Red Mill Museum Village. Limited to 100 pre-registered British cars. Tel: 908-713-6251 Email: mgdriversclub@hotmail.com Web: http://www.mgdriversclub.com |
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Sun 08th 2008 Heritage Run – Arden MG Club. The Heritage Run is an extremely popular event attracting 150-200 MGs. This year, after meandering through some of the little known highways and byways of Worcestershire, we are combining transport with history by visiting the Worcestershire County Museum on their Transport Day. Dedicated parking will be available as well as picnic and café facilities. For more information please send an SAE to Allen Smith, 53 School Road, Great Alne, Alcester, Warwickhire, B49 6HQ. Tel: 01789 488280 Email: Jual@greatalne.plus.com |
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Sun 08th Annual Classic Car and Vehicle Show. All classic vehicles welcome. Held at Saumarez Park, Guernsey. More details from www.gcvc.org.gg. Free entry and pre-event meal. All day family event sponsored by Doyle Motors Honda. Tel: 01481 255257 Email: flipperville@hotmail.com |
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Sun 08th MGs at Kingston Lacy. Dorset Area Midget & Sprite Club present this event at Kingston Lacy House, nr Wimborne, Dorset. Entry is TBC, all proceeds go to the Lewis-Manning Hospice. Contact Ian Beaver for further details. Tel: 01722 326840 Email: ian.beaver@btinternet.com |
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Sun 08th Stafford Charity Run. In aid of the Donna Louise Trust. Starting from the car park behind Woolworths, overlooking the Cathedral in Lichfield at 10am. Finishes in front of the Midland Railway Museum, Butterley, to coincide with the 40s weekend. Gentlemen should wear cravats and flat hats, ladies should wear suitable period dresses or trousers, headscarves are optional. All car crews (driver and navigator) will be asked to make a donation of at least £10 to the charity, the Donna Louise Trust. Contact Peter Wallis. Email: peter.wallis@ntlworld.com |
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Sun 08th The Cotswold Caper - Gloucestershire MG Owners Club New route giving another opportunity to see even more of the scenic Cotswolds and help the club raise money for the local charity, Cotswold Care Hospice. Entry fee: £17.50 per car, and includes Car Plaque, Rally Guide Book, tea/coffee and a hot snack at the start, plus a Finisher's Award. Entry forms from Graham Bignell. Tel 01452 330892 or from www.glosmgoc.co.uk. |
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Sun 08th The Hospice Challenge Scenic route through beautiful Kent and Sussex countryside with stops at Biddenden Vineyard and Bodiam Castle. Entry is £70 for driver and passenger. Contact Tanyia Ingham for further details. Tel: 01892 820533 Email: tanyia.ingham@hospiceintheweald.org.uk |
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Sat 14th 2008 Vales and Valleys Run. Bridgend MGOC annual run. This years run will be approximately 90 miles, taking in the Mumbles, Gower Peninsula, and the Bury Estuary with views of beaches, cliffs and the stunning Gower coastline. For further information and an entry form contact Rob Litton. Tel: 01656 662379 Email: l.litton@ntlworld.com |
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Sat 14th - Sun 15th Le Mans 24hrs. Experience the buzz and excitement of this unique event. Join the crowd of over 250,000 excited spectators for the most famous endurance motor race in the world. We have a variety of self drive packages at exclusive prices, giving you the opportunity to be at the heart of the action. Travel packages from £209 per person. For more information contact the MGOC Travel Club (open Mon-Fri 9-5.30) Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 15th North Yorkshire County Show. An opportunity to display your Classic Car and enjoy a day out at this popular event. A full programme of main ring events together with trade stands, farm animals, rabbits, ferrts, childrens attractions, etc. Free entry to showfield for driver and passenger. For full details and an entry form visit our website or contact Chris Wright. Tel: 01845 522780 Web: http://www.northyorkshireshow.co.uk |
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Sun 15th The 2008 Ratae Run Join South Leicester MG Club on a run that explores the lanes of Leicestershire. The cost is £22.50 per car, which includes Tulip book, rally plate, and refreshments to get you on your way. Tel: 0116 275 1477 Web: http://www.mgleicester.org |
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Sun 22nd 10th Cobblestones Run - North Manchester MG Owners' Club. Only £11 per person. Includes coffee and biscuits at the start, a plaque, detailed route and a two course hot meal in the Spring Inn restaurant at the finish. Fantastic value! Contact Graham Taylor, 22 Ridgewood Avenue, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 9UX. Tel: 0161 6207822 Email: ukgta@icopal.com Web: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/mgoc0201 |
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Sun 22nd MGs in the Trees - South Staffs MGOC Start and finish in the heart of Cannock Chase, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Entry £16 per car. This includes two bacon butties, tea/coffee, route, rally board, pictorial souvenir, and other bits and bobs. This years charity is Saint Gile Hospice, Lichfield. For further details call Steve on 01922 415680. Web: http://www.ssmgoc.co.uk/mgtrees |
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Mon 23rd - Fri 04th Jul MG Norway. After another enjoyable tour around the fjords of Norway in 2007, we are returning once again to one of the most beautiful places on earth. Price: £995 per person. Contact the Travel Club and book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 29th Marcham Road Run. Chesterfield MG Group have great pleasure inviting you to their 19th annual Marcham Road Run. Start at Chesterfield Town Hall, all cars will be flagged away by the Mayor. Enjoy a complimentary warm drink at the start, drive through beautiful countryside, and complete the day with a BBQ at a country pub. Entry open to all makes of classic car. Entry forms available from Andy McElvaney. Tel: 01246 206942 Email: a.mcelvaney@btopenworld.com Web: http://www.chesterfield-mg-group.co.uk |
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Sun 29th Moor 'n' Moor on the Devon Classic Run. ***FEW PLACES REMAINING*** Come and join Exeter MGOC in Devon for a Classic car run twixt Dartmoor 'n' Exmoor. Starting from Bovey Tracey, you will follow a route across Devon into Somerset, finishing on Exmoor with a cream tea and presentation. Additional to this is a welcome evening dinner on Saturday to start your weekend if required. For further information contact Roger and Pat Mayo. No bookings will be taken after 1st June. Tel: 01395 233848 Email: rogernpat@mgdixie.orangehome.co.uk Web: http://www.exetermgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 06th Classic Cars in Corbridge A fine display of vintage veteran and classic vehicles of all makes at Tynedale Park, Corbridge, Northumberland between 11am and 4pm. Adults £3, accompanied children go free. Stalls, music, refreshments and other attractions. Presented by MG Northumbria in aid of local charities. Tel: 0191 267 1234 Web: http://www.mgnorthumbria.org |
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Sun 06th Cumbria Classic Caper Historic rally in east Cumbria. GK Ford Northern Historic Championship round. Contact Wigton Motor Club. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sun 06th Gwent Classic Car Show. Entry is now open for this 2nd Classic Car event, held at Caldicot Castle, Monmouthshire. All proceeds go to a local charity. Entry forms are available from Sandra Harris, 82 Laurel Road, Bassaleg, Newport, South Wales, NP10 8PL or Gwent MGOC's website. Tel: 01633 892693 Web: http://www.gwentmgoc.org.uk |
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Sun 06th MG Northumbria Classic Vehicle Show All classic vehicles welcome at MG Northumbria's premier event of the year. For more information and entry forms visit www.mgnorthumbria.org Tel: 0191 267 1234 Email: stephenruddickv8@btinternet.com |
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Mon 07th - Fri 11th The Normandy-Maine Classic. Retro Rallye Sport invites you to a French regularity event aimed at British owners of Vintage and Classic cars. Lasting five days and four nights in the lovely Normandy region of France. The event finishes on 11th July at Le Mans in time for the start of the Le Mans Classic race meeting - an event not to be missed! The itinerary takes you through the most attractive parts of Normandy. The route has been selected to give the navigators a chance to demonstrate their skills, while allowing the drivers some fun on fabulous empty French roads. A full road book of the route will be issued. Navigation will be by tulips or map tracings, and all instructions will be in English. Competitors make their own way to Dieppe ready for the start on Monday morning. The entry fee of 2660 euros includes a weekend pass to the event, but accommodation for the weekend is not included. Tel: 06 70 11 66 68 Email: adn10@wanadoo.fr Web: http://www.retro-rallye-sport.com |
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Fri 11th - Sun 13th Le Mans Classic. A retrospective of one of the most mythical races in the world and the largest European gathering of car clubs, the Le Mans has grown to be an essential event on the MG calendar. Bring your car and join other MG members in a private camping area inside the circuit with access to all the racing action. Travel packages from £209 per person. For more information contact the MGOC Travel Club (open Mon-Fri 9-5.30) Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 13th Surrey Run 2008. Epsom MGOC invite you to join them on their annual fundraising event. Entry is £15 for a well planned route of about 85 miles through the Surrey and Sussex countryside. Also included is a rally plate and entry for driver and passenger to the destination, the Bluebell Railway, with preferential rates on the train rides for those on the Run. For more details contact Nigel Swann. Tel: 01932 247140 Web: http://www.epsommgoc.org.uk |
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Sun 13th The Cheshire Romp. South Manchester MGOC invite you on their annual charity run on behalf of North West Air Ambulance. This promises to be another spectacular run finishing at The Anson Engine Museum. Entry £20 per car. For an entry form please send an SAE to Max Uppink, 12 Sandiway, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8BU. Tel: 01565 633331 Email: sandiway2006@yahoo.co.uk |
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Sun 13th Viking Run 2008 Louth area present the 2008 Viking Run leaving from Louth Bowls Club and finishing at Thorpe Camp, near Woodhall Spa. The theme this year will be Lincolnshire Life in the war years. For further information please contact Alan Low. Tel: 01754 899223 Email: alanlow@hotmail.co.uk |
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Mon 14th MGs on Track - Castle Combe. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Fri 18th - Mon 21st Ralle Historique de Ille-et-Villaine. Northern Brittany Road Rally. Ferry and hotel inclusive £239 per person, based on two people sharing a car/hotel. Tel: 01843 842842 Email: rallye@brmg.co.uk. |
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Sun 20th 6th Black Pudding Run Annual charity run around the regions country roads, starting and finishing at Burrs Country Park in Bury. For entries and additional information, please contact Chris Gribben, Bury MGOC. Tel: 01706 358994 Email: burymgoc@virgin.net Web: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/mgoc0212 |
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Sun 20th Classic Tour of Cumbria 120 mile tour of the least know parts of Cumbria, starting near Kendal. Mainly a coastal route this year! Entry forms are available on the website. Tel: 01900 825642 Email: graeme@gtforrester.freeserve.co.uk Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sun 20th MG Saloon Day The MG 'M' Group invite you to Lamport Hall and Gardens for this event. Gates open at 10am. All MG and Rover Saloon cars welcome. Entry is £5 per adult and children go free. £1 off entry for MG or Metro/Maestro/Montego. Discount for prepaid tickets before 15th June. Features Concours d'Elegance, traders and autojumble, plus much more. Email: mgsd2008@yahoo.co.uk Web: http://www.mgmgroup.org.uk |
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Sun 20th Stafford MG Enthusiasts Cider Run. Starting from Stourbridge and visiting various cider farms in Worcester and Hereford. Contact Peter Wallis. Email: peter.wallis@ntlworld.com |
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Sat 26th - Sun 27th MG Fest 08 Held at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon. Entry to the show will also include entry to the newly refurbished museum and their featured exhibits. The Land Rover course and Go Karts will also be available alongside MG Fest 08 itself, which will feature the usual array of Traders, Feature Car Displays, Team Challenges, Fun Driving Tests, Pride of Ownership, Road Runs, Live Bands, MG Bar, Camping on site, Tech Demos and Seminars from the likes of Roger Parker, and much more. Make sure the date is in your diary now. Advance tickets will be available in early 2008, visit the MG Fest website. Web: http://www.mgfest.co.uk |
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Sat 26th - Sun 27th Wings and Wheels MG & Classic Car Weekend. Join Ashford & Faversham MGOC on the Invicta Run on Saturday, following 80 mile route through the East Kent countryside, starting at 10.30am. On Sunday there will be a rally at the Kent Gliding Club airfield for an afternoon programme of flying and ground displays. Entry forms from Brian Richardson, Follys End, Heath Road, East Farleigh, nr Maidstone, Kent, ME15 0LR. Tel: 01622 743471 Email: bartgr@btinternet.com |
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Sun 27th 16th Tees Valley Trail. Once again Tees Valley MGOC are running this event through some of the most beautiful and wild countryside of England. This years charity is the Great North Air Ambulance. Please support us. £12 per car. Tel: 01287 636777 Web: http://www.tvmgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 27th Pendle Run Join Burnley and Pendle MGOC on their very popular annual Sunday Run through the scenic lanes, hills and valleys of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Entry is £22 per car, limited to 100. Book now. Phone Daisy for more details. Tel: 01282 456047 Email: huffers@btinternet.com |
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Sat 02nd - Sun 03rd Harrogate MG 2008 / MGOC Northern National at Pateley Bridge Saturday - On site camping, Dales Run, evening BBQ and disco. Sunday - Show day, traders, Club stands, major Concours and condition competitions, cars for sale, etc. This is the twenty-third year for this popular show held in glorious Nidderdale. Contact Alan Harper for full details. Tel: 01423 868641 Email: alanpath@hotmail.com Web: http://www.harrogatemgclub.org.uk |
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Sun 03rd The Liver Bird Run Run of approximately 75 miles, starting at The Hen & Chickens, Melling, and finishing at a new Classic Car Show at Lytham Hall, Lytham St. Annes. Entry fee is £15 per car, includes rally plaque, route book and finishers gift. All proceeds go to Macmillan nurses. Full details from Bob and Diane Harrison. Tel: 0151 531 9492 |
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Tue 05th MGs on Track - Bedford Autodrome Evening (Beginners only) Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sat 09th Isle Wander. Join this Road Run around North Lincolnshire and the Isle of Axholme, starting at Wrawby Post Mill and following a route through Epworth (Home of the Wesleys) and finishing at the Trolleybus Museum. Entry is £15. Please contact Alan Pilsworth for further details. Tel: 01427 728771 or 07939 374437 (between 6-9pm) Email: isledoit@aol.com |
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Sun 10th Athelhampton House MG Picnic & Gathering. Join 1020 on their annual MG Gathering at historic Athelhampton. Entry: £10 per MG, includes all occupants. Send an SAE for more details and a map to Nigel Hedges, Bourne Engraving, 1 Granville Place, Yelverton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1DP. MGs only in the grounds. Proceeds go to Dorset Scope. Tel: 01202 555922 (w) Email: nigel_hedges@hotmail.com |
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Sun 10th Pendine Dash. A charity fundraising Road Run, over a distance of approx 85 miles following Tulip diagrams, taking in the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park. Entries limited to 125 MG's. Closing date 10/07/2008. Contact Neil Thomas for more details. Tel: 01834 845244 or 07980 726201 Email: pendinedash@hotmail.co.uk |
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Tue 12th MGs on Track - Bedford Autodrome Evening (Experienced only) Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sat 16th - Sun 17th Cumbria Classic Weekend Saturday: The Pennine Classic Tour. Sunday: Cumbria Classic Car Show at Dalemain House, near Ullswater in the Lake District. Features 300+ cars, trade stands, autotests, trials, special displays of Spridgets, Land Rovers and XK Jags. Contact Wigton Motor Club. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sat 16th MGs on Track - Croft. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sun 17th Aberdeen MGOC Alford Event. This year incorporating the second meeting of all Scottish Clubs, now known as "Gatherin' O' The Clans". Contact Graeme Duncan or check out the website for further details. Tel: 01358 721391 Web: http://www.aberdeenmgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 17th The Snowdon Run - Llandudno MGOC Annual Charity Event Bring your MG to beautiful North Wales. Contact Hilary Humphries on 01492 640707 or visit our website and download an entry form. Web: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/LlandudnoMGOC |
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Sun 17th WAMGOC Octagonal Run. An eighty mile drive starting at The Royal Standard of England, Penn, and finishing at Blenheim Palace, Woodstock. £20 per car with two passengers, includes entry to the park and gardens. In aid of a local charity. Tel: 01494 638108 |
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Thu 21st - Sun 24th 10th International MG Meeting in Berlin. As this is our jubilee event we are making it a bit special, an event not to be missed. A parade through the city of Berlin with police escort "Weisse Mäuse", a rally into the countryside around Berlin and a gala evening to round it off. All under the patronage of his Excellency Sir Michael Arthur KCMG, the Ambassador of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Klaus Wowereit, the Governing Mayor in Berlin. For more information contact Keith Swinden. Tel: +49 (0)30 84728 381 Fax: +49 (0)30 84707 204 Email: keith@mg-club-berlin.de |
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Fri 05th - Sun 07th 15th Brunel Run Booking forms for our annual Brunel Run are now downloadable from our website. If you don't have internet access then just phone 01934 833648 and we will send you a form. All the indoor accommodation has now been booked but you are more than welcome to join us as campers or to come for just the Saturday Run. This will be our 15th Brunel Run and we are hoping to make it extra special so why not stay for our Saturday evening celebratory meal? We believe that we are one of very few clubs that still manage to hold a weekend event so we look forward to welcoming friends both old and new. Tel: 01934 833648 Web: http://www.bamgoc.co.uk |
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Fri 05th MGs on Track - North Weald (Beginners only) Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sun 07th Bredon Vintage & Classic Car Rally. The Rotary Club of Tewkesbury invite you to Bredon Cricket Club for this event between 3p-6pm. Entry is £2 per adult, children go free. For all enquiries please contact Rob Davies. Tel: 01386 725477 Email: robdavies@fsmail.net |
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Sun 07th Dukeries Road Run - Notts Area MGOC Come and join us on a 80 mile run through Sherwood Forest and the Dukeries of Nottinghamshire, finishing at the Newark Air Museum. Rally plaque, route book, admission to Air museum and refreshments all included at £20 per car. Contact Penny Lee for more details on 01623 758251. Web: http://www.nottsareamgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 07th Potteries and South Cheshire MGOC Charity Road Run Starting from Stapeley Water Gardens at Nantwaich, and for 2008 a brand new finishing point for you to enjoy. The price is £16, which includes tea/coffee at the start, admission to the mid-point stop, rally board, admission to the finishing point, and a bone china souvenir of your visit to the Potteries. As well as helping a local charity you will also enjoy approximately 75 miles of the beautiful Staffordshire countryside. Entry forms available from www.mgpotsches.org.uk, Bob Nason bobandmaggs@ntlworld.com or tel 01782 515049, or Dave Lovatt davidl@uwclub.net or tel 01782 723503 |
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Sun 07th The 11th Memorial Run Norwich MGOC invite all Classic & Sports car owners to take part in this run. Entry is £20 per car, all monies go to a local charity. Contact Terry for further details. Tel: 01508 558761 |
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Sun 07th West Lancashire Festival of Transport and Classic Run. This show is in its 9th year with free entry to vehicle exhibitors and club entries. The 50 mile run costs £10 to include rally plaque and finishers memento. Tel: 01704 896092 |
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Mon 08th MGs on Track - Castle Combe (MG Clubs Day). Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sun 14th Lancashire Lanes Run. Join Preston & District MG Enthusiasts Club on this run starting at historic Stanley House and finishing at the 22nd Lancashire Classic Car & Motorcycle Show. Entry is £17.50. For details or an entry form please send an SAE to Joy Hunter, 3 Erskine Road, Chorley, PR6 0HS. Tel: 01257 241923 |
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Sun 14th - Fri 26th MG Germany. This new tour follows the beautiful Romantic Road past medieval towns and enchanted forests. With stops along the River Rhine and visits to fairytale castles, this tour will provide participants with a real magical experience. Price: £950 per person. Contact the Travel Club and book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 14th The South Downs Run 2008 An ever popular run, this year from Chichester, along the South Downs and finishing on the lawns at Eastbourne. Entry is £15 per car. Tel: 01403 265847 Email: SDR2008@btinternet.com |
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Thu 18th - Tue 23rd Angouleme Circuit des Remparts. Join the annual historic motoring extravaganza, that is the "Circuit des Remparts", in the French town of Angouleme. Witness the Concours d'Elegance on Friday evening, join in the gastronomic road run on Saturday, and then take your roadside seat for the street circuit races all day Sunday. Travel packages from £298 per person. For more information contact the MGOC Travel Club (open Mon-Fri 9-5.30) Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 21st Reivers Raid Tour In the Scottish borders, starting near Carlisle. Contact MG Cumbria. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sun 21st The Rutland Run Join Lincoln MGOC on their annual Rutland Run. For further details please contact Amanda Covell. Tel: 07738 561251 or 01529 415146 Email: covell.studios@tiscali.co.uk |
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Fri 26th - Sun 28th Six Hours of Spa. Spectacular classic motor racing, at the famous Spa Francochamps circuit. The weekend programme features approximately 600 vehicles in around 20 different races. Travel packages from £199 per person. For more information contact the MGOC Travel Club (open Mon-Fri 9-5.30) Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sat 27th 29th Annual MGs on the Rocks Car Show and Parts Market - MGs of Baltimore Hundreds of MG and other British Car owners and enthusiasts from across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region will gather on Saturday, September 27, 2008 for this one day event. The event will be held at ROCKS STATE PARK - 4-H CAMP, the field opens at 9:00 am. Awards will be presented at 3:30 pm to the top three cars in each class. The show is open to all British cars. Dash plaques will be given to all pre-registered cars entered in the event. Food and drinks will be available, as will be new and used parts, collectibles, and Club Regalia. The show fee is $20.00 per entry. Spectator admission is $2.00, children under 12 are free. Rocks State Park is 13 miles from I-95 (exit 77A) via Md. Route 24 west and 15 miles from I-695 via US 1 north to Md. Route 24 west. For more information www.mgsofbaltimore.com |
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Sun 28th 13th Beacons Run 100 miles through the fabulous Brecon Beacons. Entry fee £16.50 to include Rally Board, Route Book and Commemorative plaque in aid of Ty Hafen Hospice. Details from Robin Jones. Tel: 01792 419780 Email: robin.abergwesyn@sky.com |
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Thu 02nd - Sun 05th MG Brittany. A sell out in 2007, this relaxing long weekend in northern France takes in St. Malo, Mont St. Michel and Dinan. Explore the towns and coast at your leisure. Price: £275 per person. Contact the Travel Club and book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Fri 03rd MGs on Track - Donington Park. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sat 04th North American Cecil Kimber Run. An MG road tour through beautiful rural areas of central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, which will end at the Tinicum Polo Club's British Festival and British Car Show. Held in honour of Cecil Kimber, the creator of the MG marque. Tel: 908-713-6251 Email: mgdriversclub@hotmail.com Web: http://www.mgdriversclub.com |
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Sun 05th Kames Classic Sprint Kames Circuit. Final round of teh TJ Services Northern Speed Championship. Contact Wigton Motor Club. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Sun 12th The Duxford Run Contact the MGOC for further details Tel: 01954 231125 |
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Fri 17th - Sun 19th The Drive In. The Eleventh annual gathering of the MG Drivers Club of North America. This year held in conjuntion with the Euro Auto Festival in Greenville, SC. Car Show, vendor flea market, road rally, BMW auto factory tour and more! Tel: 908-713-6251 Email: mgdriversclub@hotmail.com Web: http://www.mgdriversclub.com |
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Sat 25th - Sun 02nd Nov The 8th Braveheart Tour. This year, by popular request, we are visiting the central Highlands, staying at Blair Atholl and the Cheviots. Please contact Stuart and Margaret Brock. Tel: 01593 741725 Email: freewheelersclub@btinternet.com |
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Mon 10th MGs on Track - Goodwood. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Sat 22nd MGs on Track - Oulton Park. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
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Fri 05th - Sun 07th MG Christmas Market. Join this pre-festive weekend break to one of Europe's traditional Christmas Markets. Further details to be confirmed. Contact the MGOC Travel Club. Tel: 01707 329988 Fax: 01707 330300 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 07th Christmas Cracker Run MG Cumbria present a 60 mile run in the Lakes to the Keswick Victorian Christmas Fayre. Web: http://www.wigtonmc.co.uk |
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Mon 08th MGs on Track - Brands Hatch Indy. Track days for MG Enthusiasts, run by MG Enthusiasts. Take your everyday car on major circuits. Web: http://www.mgs-on-track.com |
