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February 09, 2010
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| FEBRUARY 2010 |
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Sat 13th CHICHESTER 1006 GOODWOOD TRACKDAY. Have you ever wondered what you MG sounds like on a real motor circuit? Well now is your chance to find out. The day is designed to allow MGOC members the chance to drive on the famous Goodwood track in a safe and controlled manner. Due to popular demand we are running two days in 2010, Feb 13th for all diver levels, ideal for the novice and the 6th of March for more experienced drivers. For more details please e-mail or call andy.harris@computer-assets.co.uk 01243-544077 for a booking form. Tel: 01243 544077 |
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Sat 20th CAMBRIDGE & DISTRICT MGOC ANNUAL SNOWDROP RUN - SOLD OUT. NOW SOLD OUT - Starting in front of Wimpole Hall in Cambridgeshire with a new scenic route of approximately 55 miles taking in some of the main attractions and picturesque scenery of the area. This years run will finish at Kathy Brown’s fabulous Winter Garden www.kathybrowngarden.homestead.com at Stevington near Bedford. We invite all makes of classic car to join in this event. Entry fee is £25.00 per car including all occupants, entrance to Wimpole Hall Grounds and to Kathy Brown’s Winter Garden. Also included are Rally Board, Route Map and Finishers Gift and photograph taken at Kathy Brown’s Garden. All proceeds of this Event will be donated to the Huntingdon, Peterborough and Cambridge MS Therapy Centre. Pre-booking is essential as numbers are strictly limited. Closing date Saturday 6th February. Entry Forms by Website www.mgcars.org.uk/cambs.mgoc/Snowdroprun.htm or e-mail aj4.griffin@tiscali.co.uk or by post from Alan Griffin, 4 Hawthorn Close, Royston Herts SG8 7JR. Please send sae with enquiries. Prizes for Oldest MG and Furthest Travelled. Email: aj4.griffin@tiscali.co.uk Web: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/cambs.mgoc/Snowdroprun.htm |
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Sun 21st THE INTERNATIONAL MG SHOW AND SPARES DAY. ‘The largest undercover MG show in the world, an event for real enthusiasts’. Stoneleigh Park Exhibition Halls, (National Agricultural Centre), Stoneleigh Warwickshire, CV8 2LZ. www.classiccarshows.org.uk Tel: Vintage & Classic Events 0845 017 9683 Web: http://www.classiccarshows.org.uk |
| MARCH 2010 |
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Sat 06th CHICHESTER 1006 GOODWOOD TRACKDAY (EXPERIENCED). By popular demand we are running an experienced driver day, so if you have been on a track before this day is for you on the famous Goodwood track. For more details please e-mail or call andy.harris@computer-assets.co.uk 01243-544077 for a booking form. Tel: 01243 544077 |
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Sun 07th COBWEB SPIN. Winchester MGOC's annual season opening regional event. An informal gathering of MGs from 10.30 - 2.00pm at the IBM Club House, Hursley Park on the A3090 between Winchester and Romsey. Tel: 01489 892884 Tel: 01489 892884 |
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Sun 28th MUSEUM RUN. Starting at the Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride. Drive through Lanarkshire and finishing at Summerlea Heritage Museum. Tel: 0141 644 4073 Tel: 0141 644 4073 |
| APRIL 2010 |
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Sat 03rd MAGNETTES & STEAM EASTER SATURDAY. Our traditional Easter Magnette meeting will take place at Shackerstone Station on the Battlefield Line Railway, north east of Leicester, starting at 9am. All owners of ZA, ZB and Farina Magnettes are welcome, please register your anticipated attendance as early as possible as space is at a premium. Please contact Alan Slack (evenings) on 02392 662058 for full details. Tel: 02392 662058 |
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Sun 11th ARUNDEL CASTLE PICNIC AND GATHERING. Arundel castle is a fantastic venue for this MG gathering with wonderful views of the river and fascinating medieval town. No need to book, gates are open from 10.00am. Tel: 01243 544077 Tel: 01243 544077 |
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Sun 11th ROOF OF ENGLAND CHALLENGE. Starting from near Kendal this event will take cars to the highest points in the Pennines in a 130 mile route of some of the most interesting roads in the north of England. Tel: 01900 825642 Tel: 01900 825642 |
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Thu 15th - Sun 18th MG LOWER RHINE TOUR ARNHEM AND KLEVE. This tour takes us to the historical towns of Arnhem and Kleve. Arnhem became a focus for "Operation Market Garden" in World War II made famous by the film a "A Bridge Too Far". Kleve (also spelt Cleve), just South of Arnhem, is surrounded by the Reichswald forest and will be our base for the tour. This tour from £299 per person (based on 2 people per car, sharing a double/twin room). Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sun 18th EARLY BIRD RUN. The Glasgow Branch will team up with MG Caledonian for the Aril event on the 18th. The run will be to the Borders and the South East. Tel: 0141 644 4073 |
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Sun 18th EPPING AREA MGOC PRESENT BRESSINGHAM MG DAY. A scenic road run from Stansted, Essex taking in the pretty villages of Essex, Cambridgeshire and Suffolk, finishing at Bressingham Steam Museum and Gardens. Entry includes all the attractions at Bressinham. For further details please call 01920 485673 or email Email: andrew.wenzel@ntlworld.com |
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Sun 18th THE 8TH MALVERN CLASSIC CAR SHOW & SPRING SPARES DAY. (Wye Halls plus outside) The Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcs Tel: 01484 452002 Email: classicshows@btconnect.com Web: http://www.classicshows.org |
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Fri 23rd - Mon 26th CRICKET ST THOMAS. Celebrate St. George’s Day and enjoy another weekend away at the Cricket St Thomas Hotel, close by to the historic town of Chard in lovely Somerset. Quality, comfortable accommodation, access to leisure facilities, a host of free activities – AND at a great price! Booking forms on downloads page or from:- MG.CST10@googlemail.com Completed applications, with £50.00* p/person deposit cheque, made payable to MG CST to: Sue Fenton, 3 Rye Mill Lane, Feering. Essex, CO5 9SA. Telephone 07715 450711. (MGCST Bookings Secretary & Treasurer) *non-refundable deposit. Tel: 07715 450711 Email: MG.CST10@googlemail.com |
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Sun 25th BOBBY SHAFTO HILLS OF THE NORTH RUN. New Circular route of 100 miles through the outstanding natural beauty of the North Pennines from the historic Weardale Railway Station in Stanhope (capital of the Durham Dales) and back. Opportunity to ride the train. Route book and prizes. Tel: 0191 386 8239 Tel: 0191 386 8239 |
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Sun 25th STRATHENDRICK ROTARY CLASSIC CAR TOUR. An excellent classic car event which is sponsored. Entry is free although participents are asked to help raise some sponsorship towards the chosen charity. Very well organised, but we need more MG's. Tel: 0141 644 4073 |
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Thu 29th - Mon 03rd May MG IRELAND - GALWAY. For our Ireland tour this year we are heading West and making our base in the town of Galway, for what we hope will be a few interesting days exploring the Connemara National Park, and the coastline around Galway Bay. Our 4 star hotel will provide the ideal base as we explore the region providing beautiful scenery with historic monuments in equal measure. £460 per person (based on 2 people per car, sharing a double/twin room). Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Fri 30th - Mon 03rd May JERSEY MG RALLY 2010. Friday evening is the drinks reception where everyone meets up with new friends and old. There is a presentation of anniversary trophies to any visitor who participated on 5; 10; 15 or 20 consecutive years. Saturday concours is a good old fashioned event where cars are judged by a panel of judges. Here there is a chance to win one of the very prestigious trophies on offer. The evening sees the really popular themed fancy dress party (this year it is TV adverts). There is also a prize for the most original costume. Sunday is burning rubber on the driving skill course then off to another venue for the presentation of trophies after a Jersey cream tea. Monday there will be an organised Island drive – a chance to see parts of the Island that would usually be difficult to find. Jersey is tailor made for MG driving. To obtain an information pack and entry form please contact: Sandra Buckley, Jersey MG Owners’ Club Rally Secretary, Champs Clair, La Grande Route de St Jean, St Helier, JE2 3FN. Tel: 01534 618189 or Mobile 07797 738 678. Email jermg@localdial.com Tel: 01534 618189 or Mobile 07797 738 678 Email: jermg@localdial.com |
| MAY 2010 |
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Sat 01st BRITFEST 2010. First all British car show in the Mid Atlantic region of the USA. Held at Horseshoe Lake Park 72 Eyland Avenue Succasunna, New Jersey 07876 from 9 AM-3 PM hosted by the MG Car Club Central Jersey Centre. Car show, vendor flea market, door prizes and more. Info: Charles Tregidgo 201-791-6675 or by e-mail ctregidgo@gmail.com Tel: 201-791-6675 Email: ctregidgo@gmail.com |
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Sat 01st MUSEUM OF RURAL LIFE CLASSIC CAR SHOW. Classic car show featuring clubs and individuals from all over Central Scotland. The Glasgow Branch will have a stand again this year. Early entry is essential. Tel: 0141 644 4073 Tel: 0141 644 4073 |
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Sun 02nd ABINGDON AIR AND COUNTRY SHOW. The Heritage Run is an extremely popular event attracting between 120- 200 MG cars. The Run has always finished somewhere different each year with the final destination being selected for its historical or transport related interest. This year, after meandering through some of the little known highways and byways of Worcestershire and Oxfordshire, we are guests of the Abingdon Works Centre of the MG Car Club at the Abingdon Air and Country Show. The Abingdon Show is not just an air show, but a country fayre with many other displays and entertainments. For further details please send a SAE to Allen Smith, 53, School Road, Great Alne, ALCESTER, Warwickshire, B49 6HQ Tel: 01789 488 280 Email: Jual@greatalne.plus.com |
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Sun 09th DALES TRAIL. Yorkshire Dales annual open event starting at Kiplin Hall, approx 100 miles around the North Yorkshire Dales. Tea/coffee etc at start and finish, period dress encouraged but optional. Tel: 01609 775557/01609 776799 |
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Sun 09th REGENCY RUN. Starting at Brooklands Museum, and taking a road run to Brighton, 2010 has 2 new routes. Costing £30 per car of 2, with £5pp for additional passengers. Contact MGOC on 01954 231125 or MG Car Club Tel: 01954 231125 |
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Sun 09th - Sun 16th THE 2ND DARTMOOR TOUR. Staying in Ashburton for 7 nights, same great hotel as last year. For full details contact Stuart or Margaret Brock, 10593 741725 or email freewheelersclub@btinternet.com Email: freewheelersclub@btinternet.com |
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Sun 16th MID WALES MGOC 2ND DRAGON RUN. Entrants to the highly successful 2009 event sampled a 100 mile run through some stunning Welsh countryside and the 2010 run promises even better views - mountains, streams, rivers and lakes will all be there to see (and probably a few sheep). This Dragon Run will be limited to approximately 85 cars – so book now to avoid disappointment. The run will be 80 to 90 miles long using all types of roads, except motorways and dual carriages. In Wales even A roads pass through breathtaking scenery. There will be stopping places to take advantage of the best vistas and the lunch stop will, it is claimed, provide something for everyone. The club is compiling a list of B&Bs and hotels for those wishing to stay in the area and there will be a pre-run get-together or dinner on Saturday 15th May. Latest details and booking forms are available on the club website www.midwalesmgoc.co.uk where information is updated on a regular basis. Press contact: Brian Drew. Tel: 01686 668603 Web: http://www.midwalesmgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 16th RYDALE AND YORK MGOC - ALWYN KERSHAW MEMORIAL RUN. This will be the 13th Jorvic MG and Classic Car Run and will again start and finish from the stately home at Castle Howard, Near Malton. The event will be approx 100 miles taking in some of Yorkshires most scenic areas. The entry fee of £18.50 is to include route book, rally plates and tea/coffee. All proceeds are to be donated to Marie Curie Cancer Care. Entry forms are available from Guy Lockwood. Email guy@glockwood.plus.com Tel No 01759 305386. Up to 9.30pm. Tel: 01759 305386 up to 9.30pm Email: guy@glockwood.plus.com |
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Fri 21st - Mon 24th MG SCOTLAND 2010. Join fellow MGOC members on this four day short break in the Cairngorm National Park. Rich in history and beauty, ruined castles stand amid fields of heather and bracken which tell the tale of heroism and events that have run across the centuries. The awesome scenery of the Cairngorm mountains magnifies the quiet charms and relaxing pace of this area. A memorable MG driving experience. Staying at the 4 star Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel, your short break will include a trip to Balmoral Castle where we are privileged to be able to park in front of the castle. A road run around the beautiful Cairngorm to The Cairngorm Reindeer Centre has also been arranged. What's Included: 3 nights stay in a 4 star Hotel - including Dinner B+B, (evening meals will be served in the Hotel Banqueting Room). Full use of the Hotel facilities:- Lagoon swimming pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Steam room, Multi Gym, Squash court, outdoor tennis court. Saturday: Entry tickets for Balmoral Castle. Private parking in front of the Castle. Vouchers for Tea/coffee per person. Sunday: Road Run with entry tickets to The Cairngorm Reindeer Centre Tour Pack containing: Rallyboard- Badges - MG Pen - Information leaflets Itinerary: Friday 21st May. Arrive at The Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel in Ballater for your three night stay. Saturday 22nd May After a leisurely breakfast we take a short trip to Balmoral Castle where we are privileged to be able to park in front of the castle for a photographic opportunity. In the afternoon you could consider a trip to Crathie Church or The Royal Lochnagar Distillery Visitor Centre. Sunday 23rd May. Road Run to The Cairngorm Reindeer Centre with entry tickets included. Monday 24th May. Following breakfast depart for home. Cost £285 per person for a 3 night stay dinner bed & breakfast(based on two people sharing a double/twin room). Tel: 01954 231125 Email: julien@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sat 22nd REVVING UP FOR CHARITY. The Rotary Club of Crewe and Nantwich Weaver will once again promote their Weaver Wander Charity Classic and Sport Car Event on Saturday 22nd May 2010. This year’s event is being sponsored by Car Transplants Ltd. After assembly at The Legends Club, Bentley Motors, classic and sports cars of all ages will start their leisurely 100 mile navigation run through Cheshire, North Wales and Shropshire in the Square, Nantwich from 10 a.m. There will also be a static display of vehicles on Barony Park in Nantwich from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The day will be rounded off by a parade of vehicles around Nantwich from 5 p.m. For crews travelling from outside the local area, there is a Mini Tour available that runs from Friday 21st May to Sunday 23rd May including two nights accommodation For more information please visit the dedicated website www.weaverwander.com or call Fred Bowers on 07838 240960. Tel: 07838 240960 Web: http://www.weaverwander.com |
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Sun 23rd ICENI MG OWNERS’ CLUB 11TH BOADICEA RUN. Starting at Rougham Airfield Control Tower Museum, Bury St Edmunds. Entry £20 per car (includes a refreshment voucher). For an entry form e-mail: boadicea11@btinternt.com or send SAE to Boadicea Run, 12 Meadow Way, Poringland, NR14 7LZ Email: boadicea11@btinternet.com |
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Sun 30th LEEDS MGCCC SHOW AT THWAITES MILL. At the Leeds Heritage site. Rally and Concours starting at 10 am. Proceeds to Martin House Children's Hospice. For more information contact Derek Tel: 0113 289 3050 website: http://leedsmgccc.com/ Web: http://leedsmgccc.com/ |
| JUNE 2010 |
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Sun 06th MOUNTAINS AND VALLEYS RUN. The Run will tour around North Herefordshire and South Shropshire with stops at more fine buildings in the area. It is advisable to book early for this event look out for the details on our web site www.herefordshiremg.org.uk or email; jean.dixe@sky.com Email: jean.dixe@sky.com Web: http://www.herefordshiremg.org.uk |
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Sun 06th RED MILL BRITISH CAR DAY. Held in support of the Red Mill Museum Village 56 Main Street Clinton, NJ 08809 USA, a regional event of the M.G. Drivers Club of North America open to all British marques. Due to show field size restrictions limited to 100 pre-registered British vehicles. 10 AM-3 PM car show, door prizes, etc. held in a park like setting along the banks of the beautiful south branch of the Raritan River in the Victorian village of Clinton. Info: Richard Miller 908-713-6251 or e-mail at mgdriversclub@hotmail.com Tel: 908-713-6251 Email: mgdriversclub@hotmail.com |
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Wed 09th JUNE LOCH LOMOND RUN. The Glasgow branch will organise the June Mid-Week event again. Wednesday the 9th, and going round the bony banks of Loch Lomond. Last year was fantastic, but not many entries. Don't miss out this year. Tel: 01416 444073 |
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Sat 12th - Sun 13th THE DRIVE-IN. Annual gathering of the M.G. Drivers Club of North America for 2010 held in conjunction with the Manchester (VT) Antique and Classic Car Show in beautiful southern Vermont. Two day Car Show, Poker Run Rally, Bar-B-Q supper, old fashioned Barn Dance and shuttle buses to one of New England's best outlet centers. Over 500 cars expected. Info: Richard Miller 908-713-6251 or e-mail mgdriversclub@hotmail.com Tel: 908-713-6251 Email: mgdriversclub@hotmail.com |
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Sun 13th GUERNSEY CLASSIC AND VEHICLE CLUB . The Annual show of the GUERNSEY CLASSIC AND VEHICLE CLUB is on Sunday June 13th 2010. Held in Saumarez Park, Guernsey from 11am until 5pm. All Classic cars are welcome and there is no entry fee. Please contact www.gcvc.org.gg for more details and show entry form. Web: http://www.gcvc.org.gg |
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Sun 13th SOUTH STAFFS MG OWNERS CLUB MGS IN THE TREES. Come and enjoy this increasingly popular event. Starting and finishing in beautiful Cannock Chase in the heart of the country. Entry fee £16 includes; route book, rally board, event programme/pictorial souvenier, and our now world famous bacon butties for two. Check out our previous events, and download an application form from the website www.ssmgoc.co.uk or call Steve on 01922 415680. Tel: 01922 415680 Web: http://www.ssmgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 20th BRIDGEND MGOC VALES AND VALLEYS RUN 2010. This will be the 10th run we have held. This year we are concentrating on the vales of South Glamorgan, travelling through the valleys and over some of the most spectacular scenery that can be found at the western side of the Black Mountains. Tel: 01656 744304 Tel: 01656 744304 |
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Sun 20th KIMBER RUN. The Kimber Memorial Run starts at Chatsworth. Costing £26 per car of 2. To book please contact the MGOC Tel: 01954 231125 |
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Sun 20th - Tue 29th MG SPAIN - COSTE VERDE AND PICOS DE EUROPA. Back by popular demand: MG España. The ‘Costa Verde’ and ‘Picos de Europa’ are steeped in history and are well known for their stunning scenery and landscape which will allow you to experience the real joys of MG motoring. Treat yourself to 4 and 5 star hotels in some of the most charming parts of this area and indulge in the local cuisine and famous Rioja Alto wine. £1125 per person (based on 2 people per car sharing a double/twin room). Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Sat 26th - Sun 27th EXCITING EXETER EXCURSION WEEKEND. Join the Exeter Area MG Owners Club for an Exciting Exeter Excursion Weekend For more details contact: Bob Featherstone. Tel: 01392 670283 Email: rainbo71@aol.com Web: http://www.exetermgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 27th THE RETURN OF THE RATAE RUN. The South Leicestershire MG Club invite you to join them on this most delightful and popular run exploring the leafy lanes of Leicestershire. The cost is £22:50 per car which includes the route book and car rally badge, bacon buttie and cup of tea, coffee stop and culminating in the fabulous grounds of the famous Rockingham Castle. For more details and application form visit www.mgleicester.org Or Telephone David on 01455 272237. Tel: 01455 272237 Web: http://www.mgleicester.org |
| JULY 2010 |
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Sun 04th COTSWOLD CAPER. The Cotswold Caper Charity Road Run will again start from St Roses School in Stroud and finish overlooking the Severn Bridge. Entries are coming in so please book early. Tel: 01452 330892 |
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Sun 04th GLOUCESTERSHIRE MG OWNERS CLUB - COTSWOLD CAPER. New route giving another opportunity to see even more of the scenic Cotswolds and help the club to raise money for the local St Roses School where physically challenged children receive boarding and special educational needs. Entry fee £18 per car and includes car plaque, rally guide book, bacon butty, and tea/coffee at the start and a finishers award. Entry forms from Graham Bignell 01452 330892 or www.glosmgoc.co.uk Tel: 01452 330892 Web: http://www.glosmgoc.co.uk |
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Fri 09th - Mon 12th RALLYE HISTORIQUE DE ILLE ET VILAINE. 4 days in Brittany, 3 nights hotel and ferry included for £340.00 per person (2 sharing) Visit to Le Manoir d'Automobile and Fougeres. visit www.thanetmg.com for more details. Tel: 01843 842842 Web: http://www.thanetmg.com |
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Sat 10th RAISING THE ROOF RALLY. Woodford Halse Village Fete featuring the inaugural classic vehicle gathering, called the Raising the Roof Rally. The fete is a highly popular and successful traditional village affair with live music, food, a licensed bar and a wide range of attractions for all ages. This is a charitable event, with all proceeds going to the upkeep of the parish church, St. Mary the Virgin. Held in West Farndon, between Banbury and Daventry, situated near the A361. The vehicle meeting is to commence at 12.00 pm, with the fete opening it's gates at 3.00 pm and finishing at 8.00 pm. For a nominal entry fee of £3 for motorcycles or £5 for all other vehicles, all participants will receive free entry to the fete. Tel: 01327 262909 Email: nevillegrunwald@tiscali.co.uk |
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Sun 11th VIKING RUN. Louth MGOC will be holding it's annual Viking Run on Sunday the 11th of July. There will be a bacon bun plus tea or coffee at the start and the finish will be at the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway at Ludborough. Please see their website for details of what's there. http://www.lincolnshirewoldsrailway.co.UK For entry form or further information please contact Alan Low, 19 Lumley Crescent, Skegness PE25 2TL or email alanlow@hotmail.co.uk or telephone 01754 899223 Tel: 01754 899223 Email: alanlow@hotmail.co.uk |
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Sun 18th BURY MG OWNERS CLUB 8TH BLACK PUDDING RUN. This year’s Black Pudding Run will lead you through some of the hidden delights of the Lancashire countryside before returning to:- The Brown Cow at Burrs Country Park in Bury. Entry is £20 per car for two occupants and includes rally plaque, route book, souvenir and hot food at the finish. Proceeds from the day will be donated to local charities. For entry forms and further details, please contact Ted Sherratt on Tel. 0161 764 9334 email: bury.mgoc@btinternet.com or visit us at www.mgcars.org.uk/mgoc0212 Email: bury.mgoc@btinternet.com Web: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/mgoc0212 |
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Sun 18th MARCHAM ROAD RUN. Chesterfield MG Group invite you to join them on their 21st annual Marcham Road Run. All of the cars will be flagged away by the Mayor of Chesterfield. The run will take you through the beautiful Peak District countryside and finish with a BBQ at a local pub. Open to all makes of Classic Car. Entry forms are available from Andy McElvaney: Email a.mcelvaney@btopenworld.com or Tel no. 01246 206942. Or from the club website www.chesterfield-mg-group.co.uk Tel: 01246 206942 Email: a.mcelvaney@btopenworld.com Web: http://www.chesterfield-mg-group.co.uk |
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Sun 25th 18TH PENDLE RUN. Come and join us for a trip through the leafy lanes of Lancashire and Yorkshire. You are assured of a warm welcome! Entry forms at pendlemg.co.uk/site Tel: 01756 749654 Web: http://pendlemg.co.uk/site |
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Sun 01st THE 9TH MALVERN CLASSIC CAR SHOW. Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcs Tel: 01484 452002 Web: http://www.classicshows.org |
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Sat 07th - Sun 08th HARROGATE MG 2010 – MGOC NORTHERN NATIONAL. SPECIAL 25th ANNIVERSARY SHOW. Pateley Bridge, Nr Harrogate. Saturday - on site Camping, Dales Run, evening BBQ and Disco. Sunday - Show day, Arena events, Traders, Club stands, major Concours and Condition competitions, Cars for sale, Childrens entertainer etc. Large popular show held in glorious Nidderdale. Alan Harper: Tel: 01423 868641 Email: alan.harper@hotmail.co.uk Web: http://www.harrogatemgclub.org.uk |
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Sat 07th ISLE OF AXHOLME RUN. A return to Wrawby Mill and bacon baps, and Owston Ferry Pumping Engine Preservation Society, (steam powered). Now hopefully working. A run of about 90 to 100 miles finishing at the Trolleybus Museum. Sandtoft. Starts at Wrawby Mill at 09:00 then follow the instructions or find your own way around. Monies raised will be divided between Wrawby Mill and the Pumping Station. I have a list of Bed and Breakfasts if required, to make a weekend away. Entry fee £20.00. E-mail: isledoit@aol.com Alan Pilsworth, 107 High Street, Owston Ferry, North Lincs. DN9 1RL Email: isledoit@aol.com |
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Sat 14th LEEDS MGCCC SHOW AT KIRKSTALL ABBEY. The beautiful Cistercian Monks riverside Abbey. Proceeds to Gemma Hospice. Starting at 10 am. Tel: 0113 289 3050 Website: http://leedsmgccc.com/ Web: http://leedsmgccc.com/ |
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Sun 15th LLANDUDNO MGOC SNOWDON CHARITY RUN. There will be a pre-Run get-together at the The Lilly, Hotel/Restaurant West Shore, Llandudno on Saturday evening (14th) where Run participants are invited to meet members of the Llandudno MGOC for drinks. Anyone wishing to eat at the Hotel can make bookings on 01492 876513 (Bar-meals, Restaurant or Reservations). On Sunday the Run will start with a line-up on Llandudno Promenade overlooking the bay. Enrolment will be in a hotel on Llandudno Promenade where complementary coffee/tea and biscuits will be available. There will be a Run of approx. 95 miles taking in many parts of beautiful North Wales and this year will include parts of Anglesey where the Coffee stop is to take place. The Run will finish in Betws-Y-Coed, which is North Wales' most popular inland resort. It is where the River Conwy meets its three tributaries flowing from the west, the Llugwy, the Lledr and the Machno. Much of it was built in Victorian times and it is the principal village of the Snowdonia National Park. The entry fee is £20 per car and will include: - Free Tea/Coffee and Biscuits at registration - A comprehensive Route Book. - Free entry to the raffle with many prizes. - A Rally Plaque. - Finishing memento gift. (one per car) - Participation and Completion Certificate. Contact: Hilary Humphreys, Rhodfa Deg, 1 Pen-y-Bryn, Llandoged Road, Llanrwst Conwy, LL26 0UB. Telephone 01492 640707 Tel: 01492 640707 Web: http://mgcars.org.uk/LlandudnoMGOC |
| SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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Thu 02nd - Sun 12th MG CROATIA - KRK. Croatia lies across the sparkling Adriatic from Italy with over 5000 kilometres of stunning sunny coastline including more than 1000 pretty islands. Our destination for MG Croatia is the Island of Krk in the Kvarner region. The tour to Croatia promises to be a journey of discovery as we will be travelling overnight on German railways using Motorail. £1250 per person (based on 2 people per car sharing a double/twin room). Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
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Fri 03rd - Sun 05th BRUNEL RUN 2010. Bristol Area MG Owners' Club's weekend at Barton Camp near Winscombe, North Somerset. Includes two nights camping, cooked breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, The Brunel Run and the Saturday evening meal. Some indoor accommodation available for early bookers. Package also available for Saturday Run only. For prices and booking form see website or email. Tel: 01934 833648 Email: pauline@bamgoc.co.uk Web: http://www.bamgoc.co.uk |
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Sun 05th POTTERIES AND SOUTH CHESHIRE MGOC CHARITY ROAD RUN. Potteries and South Cheshire MGOC Charity Road Run In 2010 this popular run will take place on September 5th and will take in the beautiful and interesting local countryside of Staffordshire and Cheshire for approximately 75 miles, (this year, it is again a new route) as for your final destination, turn up on the morning and find out. Wherever you end up it is always an interesting place, so try it, turn up and find out. It is still only £16 for the day which includes a rally plaque, tea or coffee at the start, and a fine bone china souvenir of your day, and not to be forgotten a GREAT day out as well. Tel: Bob Nason tel: 01782 515049 or Email : bobandmaggs@ntlworld.com Tel: 01782 515049 Email: bobandmaggs@ntlworld.com |
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Sun 05th THE SOUTH DOWNS RUN. The South Downs Run 2010 will be held on 5th September 2010. Please email sdr2010@btinternet.com for details and forms. Further club information is available on our web site at www.wsmgoc.co.uk Email: sdr2010@btinternet.com Web: http://www.wsmgoc.co.uk |
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Thu 16th - Tue 21st CIRCUIT DES REMPARTS – ANGOULEME 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 sightseeing and gastronomic road run on Saturday, and then take your seat for the street circuit races all day Sunday. For one day a year the town of Angouleme goes car mad and you can be part of it! Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: info@traveldestinations.co.uk Web: http://(01707) 330300 |
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Fri 17th - Sun 19th ISLE OF WIGHT. Saturday Road Run with a stop for morning coffee and scones. Saturday evening there is a Gala Dinner. Costing £190 pp which includes rallyboard, badges, route book, entry into Calbourne Mill, return ferry and 2 nights DB+B. Contact: Julie on 01954 231125 to book. Tel: 01954 231125 |
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Sat 18th - Sun 26th THE 10TH BRAVEHEART TOUR. This year by popular request the tour is centered on the Scottish Borders, based in Selkirk for 7 nights. For full details contact Stuart or Margaret Brock, 01593 741725, or email freewheelersclub@btinternet.com Email: freewheelersclub@btinternet.com |
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Thu 07th - Sun 10th MG BRITTANY - DINAN. An autumnal tour, for one last blast, before you put the MG away for the winter. This long weekend will provide an opportunity to explore some of the typically picturesque coastal areas of Calvados and Brittany. This unique area of France has much to offer in rugged coasts, forests and preserved medieval towns. Our base will be the beautiful town of Dinan situated on the River Rance. £299 per person (based on 2 people per car sharing a double/twin room). Tel: (01707) 329988 Email: mgtravel@mgownersclub.co.uk |
