Local communities supported by the British Motor Museum's new Brick Bank scheme... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has launched their exciting new ‘Brick Bank’ scheme, encouraging visitors to donate their unwanted or unused LEGO® bricks for a fantastic cause! Museum Volunteers will collate the bricks into build kits, which … [Read more...]
Classics Information
Tickets now available for Beaulieu 2025 events
Tickets now on sale for Beaulieu's 2025 events. They tell us: (All words from Beaulieu). Beaulieu has released its action-packed 2025 event calendar. From family-favourites to petrol-head picks, tickets are now on sale for Beaulieu’s popular shows and rallies, while dates have also been announced for external rallies held at the New Forest attraction. The scenic grounds of the National … [Read more...]
Veteran cars pioneer sustainable fuels on this year’s RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Run
The world's longest-running motoring event looks ahead to the future as the Royal Automobile Club teams up with SUSTAIN... They tell us: (All words and photographs from the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run). With all the entrants dating back to the dawn of motoring, the RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run is the world’s greatest celebration of automotive history. This … [Read more...]
Christmas 2024 gift ideas from The British Motor Museum
Christmas is fast approaching and The British Motor Museum may be able to help you in your search for presents... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). Looking for that spark of inspiration for the perfect Christmas gift? The British Motor Museum has plenty to choose from and every purchase supports the charity! Home to over 400 iconic classic and vintage … [Read more...]
Anthony Hamilton to celebrate TR2 recommission and partial restoration at the Classic Motor Show, NEC
The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). Anthony Hamiliton, father to the seven-time Formula One drivers’ champion Lewis Hamilton, is to visit the National Motor Museum’s stand at the Classic Motor Show this week to celebrate his team’s skilled restoration of a 1954 Triumph TR2. The car was bequeathed by Mr D A Simes to the Beaulieu … [Read more...]
Guild of Motoring Writers’ ‘Bring Your Own Vehicle Day’ – Cardiff to Pendine Sands (via Welsh hills and valleys)
Kim Henson was keen to join in with this ‘adventure’ to south Wales in October… (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). I have always enjoyed driving events organised by The Guild of Motoring Writers, but sadly have been obliged to miss a few such excursions in the last few years. However, when the Guild announced their ‘Bring Your Own Vehicle Day’ for members, held early in … [Read more...]
Donated Land Speed Record Sunbeam 1000hp artwork on display at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
The National Motor Museum tells us... (Image and all words from The National Motor Museum). Innovative artwork by a renowned automotive artist Richard Neergaard has gone on permanent display at the National Motor Museum. The artwork features the Sunbeam 1000hp Land Speed Record vehicle and has been donated to the Museum by Richard to support current efforts to restore the iconic … [Read more...]
Porter Press International wins top award at the Royal Automobile Club Motoring Book of the Year ceremony
Porter Press International had a total of four books shortlisted for the prestigious awards... They tell us: (All words and images from porter press International). Overall trophy awarded to The Austin Pedal Car Story by Dr David Whyley Doug Nye’s The Last Eye Witness: The pioneering motor racing photography of Maurice Louis Branger 1902-1914 wins Motorsport Book of the … [Read more...]
This year’s London to Brighton Run honours motoring milestones
This year's magical RM Sotheby's Veteran Car Run pays special tribute to Fiat and the Ladies' Automobile Club... RM Sotheby's tells us: (All words and images from RM Sotheby's). London was still shrouded in pre-dawn darkness as more than 350 pioneering veteran cars, their intrepid drivers, plucky passengers plus crowds of early-rising well-wishers gathered in Hyde Park this morning (Sunday, … [Read more...]
Another brilliant London to Brighton Run for The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum entries in this year's London to Brighton Veteran Car Run worked wonders for their drivers and passengers plus the enthusiasts en route... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). Warm weather graced the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, making for an incredible journey for the British Motor Museum participants. … [Read more...]
‘Goldie’ wins Royal Automobile Club’s Motorsport Book Of The Year Award
The National Motor Museum tells us... (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). ‘Goldie’ by John Mayhead, the first book by National Motor Museum Publishing, won a Motorsport Book of the Year award at the Royal Automobile Club’s 2024 Motoring Book of the Year Awards last night. The title came top in the ‘books on a motor sporting subject, costing no more than £50’ … [Read more...]
Winner of the Royal Automobile Club 2024 Motoring Book Of The Year is… The Austin Pedal Car Story
The Royal Automobile Club tells us: (Photograph and all words from the Royal Automobile Club). David Whyley’s The Austin Pedal Car Story, published by Porter Press International, emerged as the Royal Automobile Club’s 2024 Motoring Book Of The Year at a special ceremony in central London last night, in the presence of acclaimed motoring and motor racing authors from around the world. This … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum is shortlisted in the Royal Automobile Club Historic Awards
The British Motor Museum is one of three finalists in the 2024 Royal Automobile Club's 2024 Historic Awards. They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is delighted to once again be selected as one of three finalists in the Museums & Collections category in the 2024 Royal Automobile Club Historic Awards. The annual Awards recognise … [Read more...]
Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson to join The British Motor Museum on the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
For the 2024 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson will be joining The British Motor Museum team... The Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is again participating in the famous RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, which is taking place on Sunday 3 November. Actor, Simon Gregson … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum Quiz Night on Tuesday 12th November
Get your brains into gear for the British Motor Museum Quiz Night, to be held on Tuesday 12th November 2024... They tell us: (Photographs and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum Quiz Night is back by popular demand, returning on Tuesday 12 November. The brain teasing, fun filled evening will once again be led by special guest Danny Hopkins (photograph below), … [Read more...]
The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu closes on 3rd November
Last chance to see The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu... Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs fro Beaulieu). The World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu will be closing on Sunday 3rd November, making way for the development of new visitor experiences at the attraction which is home to the National Motor Museum. The exhibition has been a feature at Beaulieu for Top … [Read more...]
Saturday Clubs return to The British Motor Museum this autumn/winter
Three new themed Saturday Clubs are on offer at The British Motor Museum during the autumn/winter of 2024/25. They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). Three new themed Saturday Clubs are on offer at the British Motor Museum for children aged 7 – 11 starting this autumn, on 16 November, 14 December and 18 January. Each club has a different exciting theme, … [Read more...]
“Goldie’, the first book from National Motor Museum Publishing, shortlisted for prestigious award
Published by the National Motor Museum, 'Goldie', by John Mayhead, has been shortlisted for the Royal Automobile Club Book of the Year... The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from the National Motor Museum). “Goldie – The Amazing True Story of Alfred Goldie Gardner, the World’s Most Successful Speed- Record Driver” by John Mayhead was launched at Goodwood … [Read more...]
Keep it Clean!
Kim Henson advises ensuring that the wheel arches and underbody structure of your car are kept clean, to prolong its life and make it more pleasant to work on. Recent wet weather in Britain has resulted in many roads being strewn with mud, accumulations of leaves, etc. Inevitably these deposits are transferred to the undersides of passing vehicles, via their tyres. In turn the resulting debris … [Read more...]
October 2024 Half-term activities at The British Motor Museum
The evolution of car design to take centre stage at The British Motor Museum this coming October Half-term... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). This Half-Term from 26 October – 3 November, the British Motor Museum is inviting families to enjoy a range of activities inspired by the evolution of car design! From the classic … [Read more...]
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