Back to the 1950s for this year's themed display 'Nifty Fifties' at the 2022 Beaulieu International Autojumble... (All photographs from Beaulieu). They tell us... Beaulieu will be celebrating a golden era of motoring with a brand new Nifty Fifties display, as part of International Autojumble, returning on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September for a packed weekend of buying, selling and … [Read more...]
Events and Days Out
It’s all about having fun at motoring-related events and venues
BMC and Leyland Show attracted classics galore on a very hot summer weekend
Enthusiasts flock to the BMC and Leyland Show… …Kim Henson reports. (All text and all photographs – except one as individually credited – by, and copyright, Kim Henson). The British Motor Museum at Gaydon played host to this year’s BMC and Leyland Show (held annually, Covid-apart) on Sunday 10th July. On a blistering hot day, more than 800 classic vehicles produced by BMC BL, Leyland and … [Read more...]
The National Motor Museum celebrates half a century… plus ‘The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects’ unveiled
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu reaches its 50th anniversary – and 'The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects' is launched... Kim says, "I have been visiting the 'Beaulieu' motor museum since I was eight years old and still enjoy the sheer 'motoring magic' of the place. In 1971/2, when the then-new National Motoring Museum was being built, I was a frequent visitor to the area and watched the … [Read more...]
Austin Seven Centenary celebrated this summer at The British Motor Museum
A much-loved small British car with a great history and wonderful legacy... The British Motor Museum is inviting families to help celebrate the 100th birthday of the Austin Seven with 7 marvellous activities from the 22 July – 5 September. Visitors can uncover this great little car’s history and look at some of its exciting adventures with the chance to explore the new exhibition ‘Small car. Big … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum Beaulieu launches after-hours ‘Classic Grille’ evenings
A new series of evening events is being launched this summer at Beaulieu... (All photographs from Beaulieu). They tell us: The National Motor Museum is throwing open its doors to classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts this summer for three special after-hours events, as it introduces its brand new Classic Grille evenings on 22nd June, 20th July and 24th August, as part of the celebrations of … [Read more...]
Custom car builder Andy Saunders becomes Beaulieu’s Hot Rod and Custom Show ambassador
Andy Saunders to attend the Hot Rod and Custom Show at Beaulieu as show ambassador... Beaulieu tells us... Renowned custom car builder Andy Saunders will be returning to Beaulieu’s Hot Rod & Custom Show as show ambassador, bringing one of his astonishing creations along as part of the packed show on Sunday 19th June. Famous in the motoring world for his incredible car builds, combining … [Read more...]
Unique Triumph TS2 to visit The British Motor Museum
Triumph TS2 to visit The British Motor Museum for just one day, as part of its 'Round Britain Relay' tour... The TS2, built at Banner Lane in Coventry, was the first right-hand drive 'TR' model, built in 1953 and before the TR2 production run started, right at the start of the long and illustrious TR sports car story. 'TS2' relates to the 'Chassis' number. TS2 will be visiting the British … [Read more...]
Six top motoring shows at The British Motor Museum in July
Historic vehicles galore at the British Motor Museum during July... They tell us: The British Motor Museum will be hosting six fantastic motoring shows in July which will include the Wythall Busfest on 2 July, the Electric Vehicle Festival on 3 July, the BMC & Leyland Show on 10 July, the Old Ford Rally and Rootes Heritage Day, both on 17 July & the Big MINI show on 24 July. The … [Read more...]
Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (‘STEM’) at The British motor Museum
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...]
Minis, Metros and MINIS to be celebrated at The British Motor Museum
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
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
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
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
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...]
‘Museum on the Move’ at The British Motor Museum
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
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...]
Gadget Fascination Galore at Beaulieu this February Half-term
Beaulieu has fascinating gadgets on show, plus displays and activities to suit all the family, why not visit this February 2022 half-term? This is what they tell us... Get to grips with gadgets at Beaulieu this February half-term, 19th – 27th February, with the chance to discover incredible devices and amazing inventions as you explore the Beaulieu attraction. Come face-to-face … [Read more...]
Motoring For Fun – MSV’s ‘Drive!’ at Donington Park in Three British Classics.
George Loveridge describes an enjoyable 'classic' day out to Donington Park... Giles Dive, Jim, Guy, and George Loveridge take their classic British cars to Donington Park for trackside action at one of Motorsport Vision’s ‘Drive!’ events. All words and photos ©George Loveridge At the close of 2020, I was checking my emails when a notification from MSV (Motorsport Vision) popped up, … [Read more...]
‘No Time To Die’ Land Rover Defender on display at The British Motor Museum
'No Time To Die' Land Rover Defender can be seen at The British Motor Museum... James Bond fans are in for a treat as one of the Land Rover Defenders from the latest Bond film ‘No Time to Die’ is now on display at the British Motor Museum. The film, which stars Daniel Craig in his fifth and final Bond film, aired in cinemas on 30 September. One of three Defender V8s used in the high octane … [Read more...]
National Metro and Mini Show first such event this year at the British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum is delighted to welcome back the ‘National Metro & Mini Show’ as its first event of the 2021 show season. The popular family show, which returns in line with government guidelines on Sunday 6 June, is the main event of the year for Metros, classic Minis and modern MINIs to celebrate a great day out. Hundreds of models will be on display including ‘621 AOK’, the … [Read more...]
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