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National Motor Museum’s Prize Draw won by motoring enthusiast…

18th December 2023

Lord Montagu has handed the keys of a new Mini Cooper Classic Convertible to Richard Clothier, winner of the 2023 Prize Draw at Beaulieu. They tell us: (Words and image from, and copyright, Beaulieu). Richard Clothier was presented with the sporty soft-top outside the Montagu ancestral home of Palace House. Richard, from near Dorking, Surrey bought the winning ticket on a visit … [Read more...]

Buckler’s Hard to Beaulieu riverside walk re-opens

15th December 2023

After being closed for two years to allow nature to recuperate, the riverside walk between Buckler's Hard and Beaulieu has been re-opened, with tempting refreshments available too... They tell us... (All words and images from Buckler's Hard/Beaulieu). The popular footpath from Buckler’s Hard to Beaulieu has re-opened with two riverside loops for walkers to enjoy stunning birdlife … [Read more...]

‘Adopt a Car’ scheme is started at The British Motor Museum

12th December 2023

'Adopt a Car' scheme is launched at The British Motor Museum. They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has launched a brand-new scheme which allows members of the public to ‘adopt’ one of the cars in their collections. From the Albion A1 8hp dog cart to the Wolseley 2200 (last of line), cars that form part of the Museum’s permanent … [Read more...]

Motoring For Fun – A festive wintertime west country tour in a Suzuki Swace.

9th December 2023

Kim Henson tells a true winter's tale. (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). Cornwall beckoned, but our trip had to take in Swindon and Montacute as well… After a busy year during which my wife and I had been obliged to postpone two separate breaks in Wales, the idea of a few pre-Christmastime days away in Cornwall to unwind was very appealing. In fact, our planned … [Read more...]

News from Buckler’s Hard – and nearby Beaulieu!

8th December 2023

We bring you news of winter escapes and festive visits to Buckler's Hard (not far from the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, and of course with strong links between the two). Kim says, "Yes, this is a motoring magazine website but many drivers/car enthusiasts are also into boating, and in any case the latest festive news from Buckler's Hard may be of wider interest..." They tell us: (All … [Read more...]

Christmas 2023 and The British Motor Museum

30th November 2023

The British Motor Museum has this Christmas all wrapped up... They tell us: (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has Christmas wrapped up with a host of festive lunches in the roof-top Sky Suite, a selection box of family-friendly Christmas activities, and a wide choice of Christmas gift ideas. Christmas lunches are available from 12pm – 2pm on … [Read more...]

Ultra-rare Derbyshire-built car comes home

24th November 2023

Incredibly rare Derbshire-produced Paramount returns to its home county, and is on display at Great British Car Journey... They tell us: (Words and image from Great British Car Journey). Better known for the manufacture of Rolls-Royces and Toyotas, few people know that in the 1950s, Derbyshire was also home to the production of the now almost forgotten Paramount car. And now, the fifth … [Read more...]

The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, hosts Dr Who 60th Anniversary display

23rd November 2023

The National Motor Museum is set to transport visitors through time and space... They tell us: (All words and images from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). Stand by for the unveiling of a new temporary display featuring the most iconic vehicles from the beloved British sci-fi series, Doctor Who. From the sleek and stylish Bessie to the futuristic Whomobile and a menacing Dalek, … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum opens up ‘The Learning Hub’, with support from The Patrick Foundation

22nd November 2023

The new Learning Hub opens at The British Motor Museum... They tell us: (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is delighted to announce the opening of ‘The Learning Hub’, a brand-new Lifelong Learning and Education Space which has been made possible with the generous support of The Patrick Foundation. The Learning Hub creates a welcoming and inspiring … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum seeks families of Sunbeam workers who built the 1000hp record breaker car in 1927

21st November 2023

Did one of your family members work on the 1927 1000hp Sunbeam record breaker car at the firm's works in Wolverhampton? If so, the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu would love to hear from you. They tell us: (All words and images from the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is attempting to find the families of Sunbeam workers who built the 1000hp Land … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum expands conference sales team, in response to demand

17th November 2023

With conference bookings rising, The British Motor Museum has correspondingly expanded its conference sales team. The Museum tells us: The British Motor Museum, one of the leading Midlands conference and events venues, is delighted to report that conference business bookings have increased by 50% in the last year.  In response to this demand, the Museum has expanded its Conference Sales team, … [Read more...]

Beaulieu gears up for 2024 events – and tickets are on sale now

16th November 2023

Tickets go on sale for Beaulieu's varied events scheduled for 2024... They tell us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Beaulieu is getting ready for an exciting year ahead, with early bird tickets now on sale for the newly-announced 2024 event calendar*, which sees the return of much-loved shows and rallies for the busy new season. With plenty of great days out and memorable times with … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum names Lucas Oil as official Lubricant and Additives Partner

14th November 2023

Lucas Oil enters agreement with the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, as official Lubricant and Additives Partner... The National Motor Museum tells us: An agreement to appoint the highly respected manufacturer of engine oils, additives and workshop lubricants, Lucas Oil, as the official Lubricant and Additives Partner for the National Motor Museum, was confirmed on the Lucas Oil stand at the … [Read more...]

Bloodhound Land Speed Record car to come to Beaulieu for one day on 13th November 2023

10th November 2023

Bloodhound Land Speed Record car to visit Beaulieu – but be quick; it's only for one day! The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from the National Motor Museum). The Bloodhound LSR roadshow – the car aiming to break the land speed record and drive over 800mph visits the National Motor Museum (NMM) at Beaulieu on Monday 13th November between midday and 5pm. … [Read more...]

Bloodhound Land Speed Record car visits The British Motor Museum

9th November 2023

'The world's fastest car' visits the British Motor Museum, in search of a new driver... They tell us: The fastest car on earth, the ‘Bloodhound Land Speed Record’ car, visited the British Motor Museum on Wednesday, 8 November, as part of a national roadshow to find a new driver. The roadshow, which is taking place at various locations from 8 – 14 November, is offering this once-in-a-lifetime … [Read more...]

Early Bird large savings as Christmas comes to Beaulieu

4th November 2023

Beaulieu tells us about their Christmas festivities... (All words and images from Beaulieu). Get into the Christmas spirit at Beaulieu this festive period by coming together with family and friends to celebrate the season in style. From pantomime rehearsals and Christmas carols to outdoor theatre performances and seeing Father Christmas, there’s something for everyone this Christmas. … [Read more...]

Popular demand ensures return of British Motor Museum Late events

1st November 2023

The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). Back by popular demand is the first of the season’s British Motor Museum Late events for Autumn 2023. The Museum will host an exclusive opportunity for visitors to look around the Collections Centre at a special evening on Tuesday 14 November from 5:30pm.  Visitors will have 3 hours to explore the … [Read more...]

Hurry if you would like to see the 205.4 mph Aston Martin Bulldog at The British Motor Museum

30th October 2023

The Aston Martin Bulldog that reached 205.4 mph earlier this year is now on display at The British Motor Museum – but only for two weeks until 13th November 2023. They tell us: (Image and text from The British Motor Museum). The Bulldog’s arrival at the museum, escorted by a Hollywood film crew, came hot on the heels of it being filmed at Classic Motor Cars Ltd (CMC) in Bridgnorth, … [Read more...]

Donation enables Beaulieu to conserve and rebind historic motoring publications

26th October 2023

The National Motor Museum has received a generous financial donation to enable its research library to carry out important conservation work on a rare magazine collection held at the Collections Centre in Beaulieu. The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu; photos © National Motor Museum) The National Motor Museum has received a generous financial donation to … [Read more...]

Three amazing Sunbeams from the National Motor Museum to appear at the Classic Motor Show in November

24th October 2023

Three record breaker Sunbeams travel from Beaulieu to the midlands for the Classic Motor Show at Birmingham's N.E.C. The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from The National Motor Museum; images © National Motor Museum). Three historic Sunbeam vehicles produced in Wolverhampton – including two record breaking Land Speed Record cars - are being exhibited at the Classic … [Read more...]

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