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Events and Days Out

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May 2025 half-term fun at Beaulieu, including New Forest Folklore and Formula 1

9th May 2025

  Plenty to see and do during the May 2025 half-term... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Adventure awaits this May half-term as magic and motorsport collide with brand new additions to the Beaulieu attraction. From 24 May – 1 June, uncover New Forest Folklore in a Fairies, Witches and Dragons Trail, then feel the thrill in the brand-new "Icons of F1” … [Read more...]

Handmade poppy tribute on display at Buckler’s Hard for the 80th anniversary of VE Day

7th May 2025

Handmade poppies at Buckler's Hard remind us of the courage, sacrifice and resilience of those who served... The Buckler's Hard team tells us: (All words and photographs from Buckler's Hard). On Thursday 8th May, Buckler’s Hard proudly joins the nation in marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. To remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served, the team at the 18th … [Read more...]

Custom specialist Andy Saunders to unveil his latest creation at the 2025 Custom & American Show at Beaulieu

7th May 2025

Above: Andy Saunders' latest custom creation in progress... Beaulieu tells us: (Photograph and all words from Beaulieu). Well renowned car customiser and brand ambassador Andy Saunders is set to unveil his latest creation at Beaulieu’s Custom and American Show on Father's Day, Sunday 15th June. Originally designed by Dodge’s Bill Brownlie and brought to life by legendary customiser … [Read more...]

Vintage Motor Cycle Club’s Banbury Run to be hosted by The British Motor Museum on Sunday 8th June

6th May 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum, by Peter Wileman Photography). Celebrating a fantastic 75th anniversary, the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run will again be hosted at the British Motor Museum on Sunday 8 June. As many as 300 Veteran and Vintage motorcycles and three-wheelers will ride out from the Museum on various circular routes. … [Read more...]

Icons of Formula 1 take to the National Motor Museum stage, Beaulieu

1st May 2025

The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum). A chance to experience the thrill of Formula 1 and celebrate the legendary icons of speed will be on offer at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu this season. From the 24th May until 2nd November 2025 a new special display at the Museum will mark 75 years since the inaugural Formula 1 World … [Read more...]

National Metro and Mini Show (plus 60 years of Ford Transits display) coming to The British Motor Museum on Sunday 1st June

30th April 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). Visitors and enthusiasts can see hundreds of these beloved British cars at the National Metro & Mini Show supported by Peter James Insurance, hosted by the British Motor Museum on Sunday 1 June. This ever popular show is regarded as a favourite in the event calendar for owners of Metros, classic … [Read more...]

VauxALL Show coming soon to The British Motor Museum

24th April 2025

Celebrating seven iconic models and with more than 1,000 vehicles on display, this is an event not to miss if you are a Vauxhall/Opel/Bedford/GM enthusiast... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). VauxALL, a celebration of all Vauxhall, Opel and Bedford models, is commemorating seven iconic models from the marque’s history. In its third … [Read more...]

Homegrown Harvest Inspiration at the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair at Beaulieu this May

23rd April 2025

Beaulieu hosts this year's BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th May 2025... Kim writes, "Beaulieu is the home of the National Motor Museum, and of course hosts many vehicle-related events each year. However, in addition the annual BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair is held there, and this year's event will take place from 2nd to 4th May. I am including details of it here … [Read more...]

Gaydon Land Rover Show returns for 11th year!

19th April 2025

To be held at The British Motor Museum on 3rd and 4th May 2025, this always popular Gaydon Land Rover Show will soon be here. The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The hugely popular Gaydon Land Rover Show will return for its 11th year on 3 & 4 May at the British Motor Museum. The dedicated show will once again showcase hundreds of … [Read more...]

Much-loved 1939 Vauxhall Ten-Four Type H on display at the Lakeland Motor Museum

11th April 2025

The Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the Lakeland Motor Museum). Lakeland Motor Museum has welcomed a new pre-War vehicle to its collection in the shape of a 1939 Vauxhall Ten-Four H type saloon. This was a vehicle that in its time was considered to be a major milestone in British car design due to it being the first car to feature an integral, or monocoque, chassis, … [Read more...]

HMS Agamemnon legacy celebrated at Buckler’s Hard, where she was built

10th April 2025

Celebrating Admiral Nelson's favourite ship built at Buckler's Hard – her legacy is remembered. Kim writes, "Of course Wheels-Alive is primarily about wheeled vehicles and motoring, but many of our readers are also fascinated by aircraft, railways and ships, especially those with historic connections. Here, then, for you all is a story about a vitally important ship built at Buckler's Hard... and … [Read more...]

‘The Gallery 2025’ is now open at The British Motor Museum

8th April 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The newest exhibition at the British Motor Museum is “The Gallery 2025”, a continuing collaboration with Historic Car Art, which will run until 26 June 2025. Visitors will be able to enjoy a collection of motoring-related pieces from a variety of Britain’s most creative automotive artists and … [Read more...]

More private rooms at Palace House, Beaulieu are to open to the public for the 2025 season

4th April 2025

More private wing rooms at Palace House Beaulieu to be opened to the public... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). More private rooms in Palace House are to open for visits to Beaulieu this Easter for the start of the 2025 season. Work is currently being completed and visitors will be able look around a number of themed rooms which were once part of Edward, Lord … [Read more...]

‘We Had One of Those’ – new interactive attraction for 2025 at Beaulieu’s National Motor Museum

3rd April 2025

Nostalgia galore for visitors to the latest automotive attraction at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. They tell us: (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum). Sit in the driver’s seat of the cars from your past and relive your fondest motoring memories as Beaulieu proudly unveils its newest attraction, We Had One of Those. Opening 5th April 2025, this nostalgic new … [Read more...]

Transformers robots and star cars to appear at Beaulieu’s Custom and American Show in June

1st April 2025

The Custom and American Show is coming soon... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and ophotographs from Beaulieu). The Custom and American Show returns on 15th June 2025, promising another exciting day of motoring and entertainment. Held in association with the Solent Renegades, this Father’s Day extravaganza is one of Beaulieu’s most anticipated events, featuring hundreds of jaw-dropping custom … [Read more...]

Gaydon Gatherings at The British Motor Museum in 2025

25th March 2025

Ever-popular Gaydon Gatherings return to The British Motor Museum... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). Popular Gaydon Gatherings return to the British Motor Museum! The popular and informal 'Gaydon Gathering' events return to the British Motor Museum on Tuesday 8 April from 5pm – 8:30pm. The events, which are free to attend, are aimed at motoring … [Read more...]

Silver for The British Motor Museum in the West Midlands Tourism Awards

22nd March 2025

British Motor Museum wins silver in the West Midlands Tourism Awards 2025... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has won silver in the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award category in the prestigious West Midlands Tourism Awards 2025. The awards were held on 18 March at a special ceremony at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. The … [Read more...]

Jeff Coope retires as Managing Director of The British Motor Museum

21st March 2025

What a Legacy! Jeff Coope retires as Managing Director of the British Motor Museum. They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). As a third generation automotive engineer, Jeff Coope’s enthusiasm and affection for the motor industry is clear. He started his career in 1976 as an engineering apprentice with first tier automotive supplier Lockheed and he went on to … [Read more...]

Easter fun at Beaulieu

18th March 2025

Exciting new attractions & displays to be unveiled this Easter at Beaulieu... They tell us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). This Easter at Beaulieu, get ready to explore exciting BRAND-NEW attractions and displays, opening just in time for the holidays. From 5th April, immerse yourself in fresh interactive experiences including the launch of new attraction We Had One of … [Read more...]

Sophia Myles (‘Lady Penelope’) reunited with her ‘Thunderbirds’ car at The British Motor Museum

14th March 2025

'Lady Penelope' meets 'FAB 1' again! The British Motor Museum tells us... (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). Sophia Myles, who starred as Lady Penelope in the 2004 film Thunderbirds, paid a visit to the British Motor Museum on 10 March to be reunited with her iconic car. The famous pink car has been on display at the Museum since 2005 and this was the first time Sophia … [Read more...]

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