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Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (‘STEM’) at The British motor Museum

20th May 2022

The British Motor Museum is to host a special day for girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths on Wednesday 29th June 2022... They tell us: This event will feature a host of interactive STEM based activities for girls in secondary school years 8 to 10. The day will begin with an exclusive keynote presentation and Q&A with Louise Reynolds, Vehicle Line Director at Jaguar Land … [Read more...]

Reflections on a turning point in automotive history

19th May 2022

Time for a (gear) change? Dave Moss discusses the possible/likely/inevitable (?) decline of the multi-ratio gearboxes that we have used since motoring began... Although cars have undergone remarkable changes in the 125 years they have been moving mankind around, continued use of internal combustion engines has ensured the survival of one particular heartache-inducing component. To the delight of … [Read more...]

Minis, Metros and MINIS to be celebrated at The British Motor Museum

18th May 2022

Minis and Metros plus MINIS galore at The British Motor Museum on Sunday 5th June... They tell us... Visitors can celebrate two of Britain’s much loved small car marques when the British Motor Museum hosts the ‘National Metro & Mini Show’ on Sunday 5 June. This popular show is regarded as the main event of the year for owners of Metros, classic Minis, and modern MINIs to come together. … [Read more...]

A welcome return for Beaulieu’s 2022 Spring Autojumble

16th May 2022

This year’s Spring Autojumble was held at Beaulieu over the weekend of 14th and 15th May, and to the joy of attendees and stallholders, was dry for the Saturday of the event, although cloud and rain made their presence felt on the Sunday. Kim Henson was delighted to be there again, following the springtime show’s absence since May 2019, due to Covid-19 lockdowns etc. Here’s how he saw … [Read more...]

A Right Royal Day Out at The British Motor Museum

10th May 2022

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee – celebrate at The British Motor Museum this half term... They tell us: With the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations taking place during May half term (28 May – 5 June), the British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to celebrate the royal cars in their collection. A number of vehicles from the Royal household are on display including the first bespoke royal Land … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum invites 1970s classics and their owners to help celebrate 50 years of the Museum

6th May 2022

50 years on from the opening of the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, owners of 1970s cars are being invited to join in the celebrations... They tell us: Beaulieu is inviting owners of Seventies classics to join a party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Motor Museum. If your pride and joy is the glamorous Ford Cortina Mk III of its day, popular Escort or Mini, or even a … [Read more...]

Father’s Day activities at The British Motor Museum

5th May 2022

A wide variety of ideas for Father's Day... suggested by The British Motor Museum. They tell us: The British Motor Museum has plenty of ideas for Father’s Day on Sunday 19 June, whether it’s a special day out or a unique gift that you are looking for. Those visiting the Museum on Father’s Day itself, can enjoy the spectacle of 500 vintage and veteran motorcycles at the annual Vintage Motor Cycle … [Read more...]

Xclusively Jaguar Magazine May 2022 issue – packed with information

4th May 2022

If you are interested in all matters Jaguar, you will like Xclusively Jaguar magazine... Take a look at their latest, May 2022 issue, about which they tell us: It’s been a busy month at Xclusively Jaguar and it looks set to get even busier this year! At last we have some shows to attend, the first being the Jaguar Breakfast Club meeting on 2nd April, which was dedicated to the XJ40 and is … [Read more...]

Classic Car Loan Project – A Success!

20th April 2022

2022 April Gathering at The British Motor Museum... (All photographs copyright – from The Classic Car Loan Project). The Classic Car Loan Project (CCLP) celebrated 5 years of success with a gathering at The British Motor Museum, Gaydon, sponsored by Peter James Insurance and The FBHVC, with BMM providing excellent facilities. Some 15 of the 20+ cars in the current phase, ranging from 1929 … [Read more...]

Ditch your modern car for a more cost-effective classic?

14th April 2022

Mini-mise your motoring costs with a classic car... 'The Great British Car Journey' tells us: With petrol prices continuing to soar, could swapping your modern motor for a classic car be the answer to bringing your motoring costs down? The Derbyshire-based classic car visitor attraction Great British Car Journey has done the sums and believes an original 1970s 1000cc classic Mini could … [Read more...]

‘Museum on the Move’ at The British Motor Museum

12th April 2022

The British Motor Museum will be hosting a members' only 'Museum on the Move' event on the evening of Friday, 29th April... They tell us: The British Motor Museum is to host a brand new and exclusive Members only event on Friday 29 April that will bring the car collection to life like never before. ‘Museum on the Move’ offers Members an exciting opportunity to ride in a selection of … [Read more...]

All-electric Lightning GT to go on display at The British Motor Museum

9th April 2022

All-electric British-built Lightning GT is to go on display at The British Motor Museum until 2024... They tell us: One of two Lightning GTs ever made will be displayed at the British Motor Museum until 2024 and is the latest exciting and impressive vehicle to go on display at the Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The Lightning GT was created and built in just nine months by a small team at the … [Read more...]

National Motoring Museum celebrates 50 years with ‘The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects’

5th April 2022

Lord Montagu with The National Motor Museum's 1903 de Dion Bouton. Golden Anniversary celebrations for the National Motor Museum include 'The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects' exhibition. They tell us (all words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu): In celebration of the landmark golden half-century of the National Motor Museum, an anniversary exhibition telling The Story … [Read more...]

Fuel’s gold – but for how much longer?…

30th March 2022

A detailed look at alternative synthetic ‘e-fuels’, what they are and how they may (or may not) fit into the future of transport, classic and otherwise. By Dave Moss. Kim says: “Here is Dave’s very comprehensive article, in its entirety and as written by him and representing his own views following his in-depth ‘free rein’ analysis of the subject. I should mention that this was written … [Read more...]

FREE Gaydon Gathering events at The British Motor Museum

29th March 2022

The British Motor Museum announces dates for the free-of-charge 2022 Gaydon Gatherings... The British Motor Museum’s 'Gaydon Gathering' events return for 2022 on Tuesday 12 April from 5pm – 8pm. Informal, fun evenings aimed at motoring enthusiasts, these events are completely free to attend, taking place outdoors on the Museum's arenas on the second Tuesday every month.  Up to 500 vehicles … [Read more...]

Fun This Easter 2022 at Beaulieu

26th March 2022

Get set for a great (in fact, phantasmagorical) day out at Beaulieu this Easter... Beaulieu tells us: Hop to it and celebrate Easter at Beaulieu as history comes to life, with the chance to experience remarkable vehicles and meet colourful characters out and about in the attraction from 9th to 24th April. With historic vehicles in motoring parades, Chitty rides, Living History characters … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum hosts Land Rover Show

22nd March 2022

Land Rover Show to be held for the eighth time at The British Motor Museum... The hugely popular Gaydon Land Rover Show returns for its eighth year on 7 & 8 May at the British Motor Museum. The dedicated weekend show will once again showcase hundreds of Land Rovers from 1948 to the present day and is one of the biggest days in the calendar for Land Rover fans and families. The Jaguar Land … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum salutes ‘Drive It Day’

17th March 2022

Discounted entry at The British Motor Museum for classic car owners on Drive It Day... The British Motor Museum is celebrating the national Drive It Day on Sunday 24 April by offering owners who arrive in a classic car discounted Museum entry. Drive It Day is again supporting the NSPCC ChildLine and raising funds for this worthwhile charity. Last year Drive it Day raised over £40,000 for the … [Read more...]

Mini themes galore this Easter at The British Motor Museum

11th March 2022

Mini Madness at The British Motor Museum this Easter, 2022... It’s all about ‘Mini Madness’ at the British Motor Museum this Easter from 9 -24 April with a host of exciting Mini themed family activities! Families can explore the Museum on a Family Trail, join the Mini mad characters on a family tour or design and make a Mini in the air drying clay workshops. On 13 and 20 April, children can join … [Read more...]

Beaulieu Spring Autojumble returns for 2022

3rd March 2022

After a two year enforced absence, due to Covid-19, this year Beaulieu is pleased to host once again their Spring Autojumble... (All photographs from the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). They tell us: One of Beaulieu’s best-loved events, Spring Autojumble, will be returning on 14th and 15th May, taking its rightful place in the packed events calendar after a two-year absence. Following … [Read more...]

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