The Club tells us... The Standard Motor Club is mourning the loss, on 21st July 2026, of Phil Homer (pictured above), the person who had probably done most in establishing the Club and its current format since its founding in 1975 to cater for all Standard cars and derivatives. Phil Homer and his wife Lynda had been members of the Club since it was established and have played a large part in … [Read more...]
Classics Information
National Motor Museum to celebrate the Sunbeam 1000hp at California’s Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The delegation of the National Motor Museum will join the Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum on Saturday 15 August 2026, as part of Pebble Beach Automotive Week, to kick-off centenary celebrations for the remarkable Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record car. (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). The event will be held at the Concours Village at Pebble Beach, and … [Read more...]
Supercars enthrall at Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... World-Class Supercars Shine at Beaulieu Supercar Weekend From rare hypercars to thrilling Demonstration Runs, Beaulieu Supercar Weekend delivered an action-packed show on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August. More than one thousand supercars rolled into Beaulieu, creating an unforgettable celebration of automotive excellence. A major highlight of the weekend was the … [Read more...]
Classic Mini Tech – early Mini differential output oil seal leak fix – but is the seal the culprit?
Dave Moss has tackled the requisite work in this area on his own early Mini (1960 example), and passes on invaluable information to help other owners… Though this feature primarily describes procedures to change an early Mini differential output shaft oil seal, it is likely to be helpful to anyone needing to remove and replace classic Mini driving flanges, drive shafts and inner and outer … [Read more...]
Beaulieu announces the arrival, in December 2026, of Alice’s Christmas Wonderland
Beaulieu tells us... Visit the Mad Hatter’s hat shop, tumble down a rabbit hole and meet the Queen of Hearts at A Palace House Christmas, as Beaulieu announces its fabulous festive themed experience for 2026. Get curiouser and curiouser as designers extraordinaire Charlotte Lloyd Webber and Adrian Lillie return with theatrical installations, immersive soundscapes and multi-colour projections … [Read more...]
Big adventures at Beaulieu with Great British Summer Savings
Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). A great family day out just got even better. From Disney and Pixar's Cars to magnificent motoring parades, Horrible Histories® fun and family favourites around every corner, there's never been a better time to visit Beaulieu. And thanks to the UK Government's Great British Summer Savings scheme, you can save on admission and enjoy … [Read more...]
Stay cool with your classic
Kim Henson advises on keeping you and your classic vehicle mobile and as cool as possible during heatwaves… (Photograph and all words © Kim Henson) Summertime is usually a happy time for owners of classics to get out and about with their vehicles, whether the destinations involved are local shows/rallies or events, or indeed day trips, weekend breaks or holidays further afield. For many, … [Read more...]
Archaeological dig at Buckler’s Hard hopes to reveal more
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... From July 20th - 7th August the Buckler’s Hard Shipyard Trust will be partnering with the Maritime Archaeology Trust and local volunteers to continue the work of surveying the historic village slipways and shipyard. Following on from last year’s dig, when so much remaining structure was revealed and artefacts found, the team hope to find more in the lower … [Read more...]
The shows season gets into high gear at the British Motor Museum!
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The Museum). There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had at the British Motor Museum, with a full schedule of motoring shows running throughout late July and August. The Museum has already hosted a packed shows calendar throughout June and early July. The remaining shows include the Rootes Heritage Day and Old Ford Rally on … [Read more...]
Charity fundraising duck race and time travel to the Eighties for Beaulieu River summer party
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... Mooring holders went back to the Eighties with time travel cars, walk-around RoboCop and retro games for Beaulieu River's annual summer party. Star attraction time machines from Back to the Future, Night Rider and Ghosbusters entertained the crowd throughout the day. Then guests danced into the evening with tribute band Wild Boys, who got everyone on … [Read more...]
Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from Car Share drives into Beaulieu’s On-Screen Cars exhibition
Beaulieu tells us... Beaulieu has welcomed a brand-new star to the attraction, as Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from the award-winning series Car Share joins On Screen Cars. Fans of the hit BBC and BAFTA winning comedy are now able to step into the world of supermarket assistant manager John Redmond and his colleague Kayleigh Kitson as the much-loved motor takes its place among Beaulieu’s celebrated … [Read more...]
Outdoor Theatre – Book a Performance for a Chance to Win Two Beaulieu Tickets and Afternoon Tea
Beaulieu tells us... (Photographs and all words from Beaulieu). This Summer, theatre company This Is My Theatre will return to the stunning setting of the Beaulieu Estate grounds for open-air productions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on Wednesday 12th August and The Great Gatsby on Thursday 13th August. There's even more magic in store, as those who book tickets to either performance … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Motoring Treasure Hunt: Beaulieu’s International Autojumble Returns, 12th-13th September 2026
(Note: All photographs © Kim Henson, and taken at the 2025 Beaulieu International Autojumble). Beaulieu tells us... The countdown is on to Beaulieu’s International Autojumble, taking place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September. As the ultimate destination for motoring enthusiasts, the event will bring together more than 1,000 stands, overflowing with rare parts, automobilia, motorcycles, … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum brings local businesses together to inspire next generation
The Museum tells us: “It was wonderful seeing the excitement as the children realised that they could do it too” More than 200 children aged 11 to 16 were inspired by games developers, vehicle engineers, and technology innovators at this year’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Week designed and led by the British Motor Museum. Through talks and activities delivered by a range … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship opportunity at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... (Photographs and all words from the Buckler's Hard Team). An opportunity is being offered for a third apprentice to join the team at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River. The successful trainee will follow in the footsteps of two previous apprentices, who both passed their final assessments with flying colours and in record time. Beaulieu’s … [Read more...]
World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp starts journey to America for centenary celebrations
The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). Restored World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp has been ‘waved off’ from Beaulieu and started its journey to America for a series of centenary celebrations. National Motor Museum engineers carefully loaded their pride and joy into a 40ft shipping container to be transported to … [Read more...]
Ford Mustang ‘Dark Horse’ – Brief First Impressions
Kim Henson test drives a special 21st Century Ford Mustang (All words and photographs © Kim Henson, except where individually credited). For many car enthusiasts there is something magical about the sound and feel of a V8 engine, and Ford’s current Mustang continues to delight with its vast useable reserves of performance, accompanied by its unique exhaust burble. The sound is heartwarming even … [Read more...]
Standard Motor Club International Rally – classic fun in the sun
Standards enjoyed in the sunshine... From 26th to 28th June Standards and their owners met near Gloucester to enjoy the Club’s International Rally. Kim Henson reports… (All words and photographs © Kim Henson). The Standard Motor Company produced well-respected vehicles during six decades from 1903, and the much-loved surviving examples are celebrated (and enthusiastically enjoyed) each year … [Read more...]
1980s/90s hot hatch culture brought to life at The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum invites visitors to return to the golden era of hot hatches in their new exhibition: ‘Spoiler Alert: The Hot Hatch Story’, celebrating these everyday road heroes. Inspired by the energetic atmosphere of car meets and the bold visuals of era-defining car magazines, the … [Read more...]
Disney and Pixar’s Cars race back to Beaulieu in a brand-new 20th anniversary display!
Beaulieu tells us: (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). Back by popular demand, life-size models of some of your favourite stars from Disney and Pixar’s Cars return to Beaulieu for a brand-new display celebrating the 20th anniversary of the original film. From 29 June, Lightning McQueen, Jackson Storm and Finn McMissile from Disney and Pixar’s Cars are racing back to Beaulieu in a … [Read more...]
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