The Beaulieu River Team tells us... A new towing boat has been put to work on the Beaulieu River to help the boatyard team meet the needs of berth and mooring holders. Purpose-built Pickle will give more flexibility, while towing customers’ boats to and from the marina and boatyard. The new investment will help provide a key service for residents, making life easier by bringing their boats … [Read more...]
Wheels-Alive Visits…
Restored Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record Breaker takes to the World Stage at Pebble Beach
The National Motor Museum tells us... The World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp made its post-restoration debut at Pebble Beach Concours d‘Elegance in California. The car was on display and started up at the prestigious automotive gathering. Widely regarded as the premiere concours in the world, the event is in its 75th anniversary year. The legendary vehicle was restored by the … [Read more...]
Beaulieu invites firefighters and their families for a free day out this August Bank Holiday Inbox
Beaulieu tells us... Beaulieu is inviting members of the Fire and Rescue Service and their families to enjoy a free together day out over the August Bank Holiday weekend, as a special thank you for their efforts tackling the recent New Forest wildfire. From Saturday 29 to Monday 31 August, members can present their staff ID card on arrival at Beaulieu to receive free admission for themselves … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s International Autojumble returns on 12th and 13th September 2026 – with rare parts and dream cars
Beaulieu tells us... Everyone’s favourite motoring treasure hunt is just around the corner, as Beaulieu prepares to welcome enthusiasts from around the world to its International Autojumble on 12th and 13th September. With advance ticket prices ending soon, visitors have until 11.59pm on 4thSeptember to secure their tickets at the discounted rate. While much of the search for parts and … [Read more...]
Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record Breaker makes Pebble Beach Post Restoration Debut
The World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp is to make its post-restoration debut at Pebble Beach Concours d‘Elegance tomorrow (Sunday 16th August). The car will be on display and started up at the prestigious automotive gathering where it will headline the Special Curated Class at the 75th anniversary event. The legendary vehicle was restored by the workshop team of the National Motor … [Read more...]
Brooklands celebrates the centenary of Britain’s first Grand Prix
Sell-out centenary celebration hailed as an unforgettable tribute to the birthplace of British motorsport • The most comprehensive gathering of Grand Prix and Formula 1 cars ever assembled • More than 120 legendary racing cars representing over 50 marques and more than a century of Grand Prix history • Historic recreation of the start of the 1926 Grand Prix of the Royal Automobile Club • 1996 … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum to celebrate the Sunbeam 1000hp at California’s Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The delegation of the National Motor Museum will join the Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum on Saturday 15 August 2026, as part of Pebble Beach Automotive Week, to kick-off centenary celebrations for the remarkable Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record car. (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). The event will be held at the Concours Village at Pebble Beach, and … [Read more...]
Supercars enthrall at Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... World-Class Supercars Shine at Beaulieu Supercar Weekend From rare hypercars to thrilling Demonstration Runs, Beaulieu Supercar Weekend delivered an action-packed show on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August. More than one thousand supercars rolled into Beaulieu, creating an unforgettable celebration of automotive excellence. A major highlight of the weekend was the … [Read more...]
Beaulieu announces the arrival, in December 2026, of Alice’s Christmas Wonderland
Beaulieu tells us... Visit the Mad Hatter’s hat shop, tumble down a rabbit hole and meet the Queen of Hearts at A Palace House Christmas, as Beaulieu announces its fabulous festive themed experience for 2026. Get curiouser and curiouser as designers extraordinaire Charlotte Lloyd Webber and Adrian Lillie return with theatrical installations, immersive soundscapes and multi-colour projections … [Read more...]
Austin Counties Car Club Rally 2026
Kim Henson reports on a superb event, held this year in Essex… (All words and photographs © Kim Henson). For a very long time the Austin Counties Car Club, which caters for enthusiasts of Austin models produced between 1939 and the mid-1950s, has had the enviable and well-deserved reputation of being a friendly, welcoming organisation, with their annual rallies reflecting this ethos. At the … [Read more...]
Big adventures at Beaulieu with Great British Summer Savings
Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). A great family day out just got even better. From Disney and Pixar's Cars to magnificent motoring parades, Horrible Histories® fun and family favourites around every corner, there's never been a better time to visit Beaulieu. And thanks to the UK Government's Great British Summer Savings scheme, you can save on admission and enjoy … [Read more...]
Don’t drive when tired – stop for a break BEFORE feeling drowsy
Drivers warned not to wait until they feel tired before taking a break this summer National Highways tells us... More than half of drivers in England (60%) and nearly three-quarters of parents (73%) plan to make longer overnight or early-morning journeys for their summer holidays to avoid traffic. Just 37% of drivers in the South West say they start a long journey feeling well … [Read more...]
Archaeological dig at Buckler’s Hard hopes to reveal more
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... From July 20th - 7th August the Buckler’s Hard Shipyard Trust will be partnering with the Maritime Archaeology Trust and local volunteers to continue the work of surveying the historic village slipways and shipyard. Following on from last year’s dig, when so much remaining structure was revealed and artefacts found, the team hope to find more in the lower … [Read more...]
The shows season gets into high gear at the British Motor Museum!
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The Museum). There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had at the British Motor Museum, with a full schedule of motoring shows running throughout late July and August. The Museum has already hosted a packed shows calendar throughout June and early July. The remaining shows include the Rootes Heritage Day and Old Ford Rally on … [Read more...]
Charity fundraising duck race and time travel to the Eighties for Beaulieu River summer party
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... Mooring holders went back to the Eighties with time travel cars, walk-around RoboCop and retro games for Beaulieu River's annual summer party. Star attraction time machines from Back to the Future, Night Rider and Ghosbusters entertained the crowd throughout the day. Then guests danced into the evening with tribute band Wild Boys, who got everyone on … [Read more...]
Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from Car Share drives into Beaulieu’s On-Screen Cars exhibition
Beaulieu tells us... Beaulieu has welcomed a brand-new star to the attraction, as Peter Kay’s Fiat 500L from the award-winning series Car Share joins On Screen Cars. Fans of the hit BBC and BAFTA winning comedy are now able to step into the world of supermarket assistant manager John Redmond and his colleague Kayleigh Kitson as the much-loved motor takes its place among Beaulieu’s celebrated … [Read more...]
Outdoor Theatre – Book a Performance for a Chance to Win Two Beaulieu Tickets and Afternoon Tea
Beaulieu tells us... (Photographs and all words from Beaulieu). This Summer, theatre company This Is My Theatre will return to the stunning setting of the Beaulieu Estate grounds for open-air productions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on Wednesday 12th August and The Great Gatsby on Thursday 13th August. There's even more magic in store, as those who book tickets to either performance … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Motoring Treasure Hunt: Beaulieu’s International Autojumble Returns, 12th-13th September 2026
(Note: All photographs © Kim Henson, and taken at the 2025 Beaulieu International Autojumble). Beaulieu tells us... The countdown is on to Beaulieu’s International Autojumble, taking place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September. As the ultimate destination for motoring enthusiasts, the event will bring together more than 1,000 stands, overflowing with rare parts, automobilia, motorcycles, … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum brings local businesses together to inspire next generation
The Museum tells us: “It was wonderful seeing the excitement as the children realised that they could do it too” More than 200 children aged 11 to 16 were inspired by games developers, vehicle engineers, and technology innovators at this year’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Week designed and led by the British Motor Museum. Through talks and activities delivered by a range … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship opportunity at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
The Buckler's Hard team tells us... (Photographs and all words from the Buckler's Hard Team). An opportunity is being offered for a third apprentice to join the team at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River. The successful trainee will follow in the footsteps of two previous apprentices, who both passed their final assessments with flying colours and in record time. Beaulieu’s … [Read more...]
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