'History in the Making' – a new exhibition at The British Motor Museum, in collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles... The British Motor Museum tells us: The British Motor Museum has expanded its visitor appeal and opened another exciting motorcycle exhibition in a new collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles. The first exhibition opened last July to celebrate one of its most iconic road and race … [Read more...]
Classics
Seatbelt laws – clarification (especially relating to classics)
What classic (and other) vehicle owners need to know about seatbelt laws... Quotezone.co.uk tells us: Classic car owners are being told to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws in old vehicles, else risk a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have clarified what the UK seatbelt laws means for classic car drivers, and researched the rules … [Read more...]
Audi TT quattro Sport – More miles, more fun, lower costs!
Driving on to Happiness... More driving miles, fewer repair bills=More private owner happy places! In the sixth instalment of this series, Jeremy Walton updates us with news of his quattro sport’s repairs, updates and miles munched. Back in September 1995, two significant sporty automotive newcomers were unveiled in the vast halls of Germany’s Frankfurt international motor show. Both proved … [Read more...]
Beaulieu adds ‘Picturepath’ to its facilities, to assist visitors with additional needs
Beaulieu teams up with Picturepath to further support visitors with additional needs. They tell us: Beaulieu is delighted to announce a brand-new partnership with Picturepath, a mobile application service, aimed at creating a more inclusive environment for everyone. Beaulieu has always been committed to providing the best possible access for every visitor and this new partnership is … [Read more...]
The Little Car Company introduces the Bugatti Baby II Configurator
Bespoke Bugatti brought to life: The Little Car Company launches cutting-edge Bugatti Baby II configurator. They tell us: The Little Car Company launches innovative Bugatti Baby II configurator Allows customers to design their own specification, personalised to their taste Cutting-edge augmented reality technology places the customers design at 100% scale, directly in front of … [Read more...]
The British Motor Museum teams up with Lotus Cars for an evening
British Motor Museum to host an exclusive evening with Lotus Cars... They tell us... The British Motor Museum is to host an exciting new evening event on Monday 27 February - ‘An Evening with Lotus Cars’. Visitors can join Russell Carr (Design Director) and Gavan Kershaw (Attributes Director) from Lotus Cars for an interactive discussion of the Lotus Emira. The evening will be hosted by Steve … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s Caravan For The Community
A Caravan For The Community – a Sprite 400 takes centre stage! They tell us: (Note: All photographs from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has recently acquired one of the most popular caravans of the 20th Century – a Sprite 400 touring caravan. Built in 1971, the caravan will be used by the Museum’s Learning Team to enable families to step back in time both at the Museum and … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s big plans for the future revealed…
Grand plans, a fresh outlook and new displays/events for Beaulieu for 2023 and beyond... They tell us: (All photographs from Beaulieu). Work begins on ambitious new plans for the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, while an exciting exhibition tells stories from the past to take you on a journey to the future of motoring. Brand new Simply Tesla joins the 2023 events line-up and outdoor … [Read more...]
Colour-themed activities at the British Motor Museum this next half-term
Discover a palette of activities at The British Motor Museum this half-term... They tell us: Families can discover a palette of possibilities with a range of colour themed activities at the British Motor Museum during half term from 11 – 26 February. Children can take a colourful stroll through the Museum with the Colour Creator Trail, build a colourful 'ArtBot', enjoy a family Colour in the … [Read more...]
2022 was a record year for BMH replacement body shells
BMH celebrates a record year for its replacement body shells, including its first Midget shell since 2019... They tell us: Adding the requirements for such ‘new’ classics as the Mini Remastered, RBW Electric MGB and Frontline MGB to the ongoing stream of Mini and MGB bodyshells sought by those restoring original vehicles made 2022 a record year of manufacture for British Motor Heritage (BMH). … [Read more...]
For Your (Christmas and New Year) Bookshelf – Seven Years With Samantha (Around the World in a Vintage Austin Seven)
For Your (Christmas and New Year!) Bookshelf – Seven Years With Samantha (Around the World in a Vintage Austin Seven) Reviewed by: Kim Henson Author: Clive Ball (with black and white photographs by the author, plus drawings by Cedric Baxter) Published by: Patrick Stephens Ltd. (First edition September 1974) 248 pages (hardback) UK Price: Varies (no longer in print but used copies are … [Read more...]
The British Motor Museum hosts an open evening at their ‘Collections Centre’ on 10th January 2023
An exclusive chance to view the British Motor Museum's 'Collections Centre'... The British Motor Museum is to host an exclusive opportunity for visitors to look around the Museum’s Collections Centre at a special evening on Tuesday 10 January. Visitors will have 3 hours to explore the 4,500m2 building which holds over 200 cars from the British Motor Museum and Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust’s … [Read more...]
This Christmastime, see ‘The Snow Queen’ in the open air at Beaulieu
Experience The Snow Queen with open-air performances at Beaulieu this Christmas... They tell us: Wrap up warm and immerse yourself in the classic winter tale of The Snow Queen, with festive cheer, comedy and live music in the open-air performances in the stunning setting of Beaulieu Abbey. With performances now under way, and set to continue on selected dates until 2nd January 2023, join … [Read more...]
Major funding for National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, wins major funding for first phase of ambitious plans for a bright new future... (All images from the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). They tell us: The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu will start work in 2023 to take it forward for the next 50 years after being awarded a £200,000 grant from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) and … [Read more...]
Austin A30/A35 book; Accessible Classics, ‘Enjoying Your Austin’
If you are own, or are interested in buying, an Austin A30 or A35, or are just fascinated by the vehicles, this book may be useful and enjoyable for you... says Kim. Okay I'll declare an interest at once – since I wrote this book and it was a labour of love, taking six years to put together. Several 'Wheels-Alive' readers have been in touch to ask if this Austin book is still available; the … [Read more...]
The Snow Queen arrives at Beaulieu for Christmas 2022
Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Snow Queen' comes to Beaulieu this Christmas, running from 16th December 2022 until 2nd January 2023... Beaulieu tells us: Beaulieu Abbey is the stunning setting for open-air performances of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen, performed by the London Touring Players from 16th December to 2nd January 2023. With a world-class cast of West End actors, the … [Read more...]
The British Motor Museum to host 38 motoring shows in 2023!
The most ambitious events schedule yet at The British Motor Museum during 2023... The British Motor Museum has announced its most ambitious schedule for 2023 featuring 38 motoring shows including several new events! With popularity and demand at an all time high, this is the Museum's busiest schedule to date. The award-winning Museum is also freezing ticket prices at 2022 rates representing … [Read more...]
For Your Bookshelf – Herbert Austin’s Heavy Twelve-Four – ‘A very dependable motorcar’
Reviewed by Kim Henson Author: Jim Stringer Published by: Herridge and Sons Ltd. 128 pages (hardback), with colour and black and white photographs (over 300 illustrations) UK List Price: Offer price for signed copies, £32.50 (£7.50 off the normal price of £40.00) ISBN: 978-1-914929-00-7 Available from: Herridge and Sons Ltd; www.herridgeandsons.com At the outset I should declare … [Read more...]
Christmas gifts and events galore at The British Motor Museum
Presents and events a-plenty for Christmas, on offer at The British Motor Museum... They tell us: Visitors to the British Motor Museum have a wealth of options this Christmas, with a wide selection of Christmas events and gift ideas. Christmas lunches are available on 11, 12, 13 and 16 December and are open to visitors, local companies, Members, car clubs and community groups to book. Enjoy … [Read more...]
Epic adventures and fast motoring feature in this winter’s lectures at Beaulieu
Hold on tight for this year's series of winter lectures at Beaulieu... They tell us: Buckle up for fascinating accounts of globe-trotting journeys and fast cars, with four lectures set to take place at the National Motor Museum over the coming months. From adventures in the air and on two wheels, to tales of iconic racing cars and Formula One legends, you’ll be spoiled for choice with … [Read more...]
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