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The Bluebird Legacy: A Century of Speed

22nd May 2025

Celebrating Sir Malcolm and Donald Campbell’s Record-breaking Achievements... The National Motor Museum tells us: Bluebird Chelsea, the renowned iconic restaurant, bar and café with deep roots in British motoring history, is proud to partner with the National Motor Museum and The Campbell Family Heritage Trust for a landmark celebration honouring one of the most legendary names in … [Read more...]

Father’s Day fun at The British Motor Museum

22nd May 2025

They tell us: (All words and images from The British motor Museum). If you’re looking for a unique gift or special day out to celebrate Father’s Day, the British Motor Museum has lots to offer to make it a truly memorable day! Those visiting the Museum on Sunday 15 June, can admire over 400 commercial vehicles at the ‘Classic and Vintage Commercial Show’. The show, which takes place on 14 & … [Read more...]

Beaulieu lifts the veil on hypercar line-up for their Supercar Weekend in August 2025

20th May 2025

Beaulieu tells us: (All photographs and words from Beaulieu). Supercar enthusiasts don’t need to wait any longer to discover the incredible Prestige & Hypercar line-up at this year’s Beaulieu Supercar Weekend on Palace House lawns. The unmissable two-day family show taking place on 2-3 August is one of Beaulieu’s biggest events, as well as one of the most spectacular supercar shows on the … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum – Formula One 75th Anniversary Exhibition

19th May 2025

Chris Adamson reports… (All words and photographs by and © Chris Adamson). A new exhibition to mark 75 years since the inaugural Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship in 1950 is set to be opened to the public at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu on Saturday 24 May. Ahead of the public unveiling, Wheels-Alive was given a sneak look under the covers as the final finishing touches were … [Read more...]

Beaulieu Spring Autojumble 2025 – Sunshine, classics and components galore; another great weekend!

19th May 2025

Kim writes: “Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble is always in my diary as a ‘must-see’ event, and I was there again this year, thankfully with sunshine galore to help the weekend along. Here is how my visit worked out...” (All words © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive; photographs © Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually credited). This year I decided, “I will not buy any more cars or parts at the … [Read more...]

National Mini Day at Beaulieu 2025 coming soon… on Sunday 8th June.

17th May 2025

  The Mini Cooper Register's biggest event of summer 2025... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Preparations are nearly complete for National Mini Day, Mini Cooper Register's biggest event of the summer, which will be held on Sunday 8th June at Beaulieu, Hampshire. Open to all Minis, classic and modern, the theme for the day will be 60th Anniversary … [Read more...]

Don’t miss the Beaulieu Spring Autojumble – THIS weekend!

15th May 2025

Kim writes: “Happening this coming weekend (17th and 18th May 2025) is Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble – don’t miss it!” (Photograph and all words © Kim Henson and Wheels-Alive). This weekend will see enthusiasts arriving at Beaulieu to survey the stands packed with automotive components and ‘treasures’, plus a wide variety of vehicle and club displays. These will include a special line-up of … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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