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“Goldie’, the first book from National Motor Museum Publishing, shortlisted for prestigious award

4th October 2024

Published by the National Motor Museum, 'Goldie', by John Mayhead, has been shortlisted for the Royal Automobile Club Book of the Year... The National Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from the National Motor Museum). “Goldie – The Amazing True Story of Alfred Goldie Gardner, the World’s Most Successful Speed- Record Driver” by John Mayhead was launched at Goodwood … [Read more...]

October 2024 Half-term activities at The British Motor Museum

25th September 2024

The evolution of car design to take centre stage at The British Motor Museum this coming October Half-term... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). This Half-Term from 26 October – 3 November, the British Motor Museum is inviting families to enjoy a range of activities inspired by the evolution of car design! From the classic … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum shortlisted in the West Midlands Tourist Awards

23rd September 2024

The British Motor Museum has been shortlisted as a finalist in the West Midlands Tourist Awards... The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The Museum has been nominated for an award in the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award category and will find out if it has won this highly coveted award at a special ceremony in early 2025. The … [Read more...]

Bluebird K7 at Beaulieu on Sunday 6th October 2024

19th September 2024

Truly iconic Bluebird K7 to go on display at Beaulieu on Sunday 6th October 2024... Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). The legendary Bluebird K7, driven by Donald Campbell in his record-breaking water speed attempts, will be heading South from the Ruskin Museum on Sunday 6th October, and will be on display outside the National Motor Museum at … [Read more...]

Beaulieu International Autojumble 2024 – Kim’s Report

16th September 2024

This year’s eagerly-anticipated International Autojumble at Beaulieu took place over the sun-bathed weekend of 14th and 15th September. Kim Henson was there and here’s what he found… (All words by, and copyright, Kim Henson; photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson and Chris Adamson, as individually credited. Grateful thanks to Chris for the use of his images). To me there is something … [Read more...]

Retro Truck Show this coming weekend at The British Motor Museum

2nd September 2024

The British Motor Museum gears up for fun at the Retro Truck Show, this coming weekend, 7th and 8th September 2024... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is getting into gear for plenty of truck fun when it hosts the Retro Truck Show on Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 September. Around 300 modern and classic trucks will descend on … [Read more...]

‘Simply’ rallies galore at Beaulieu in September (2024)

23rd August 2024

Beaulieu hosts a wide variety of fascinating 'Simply' events this September. They tell us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Motoring fans will be marking their calendars with some must-see Simply events still to come at Beaulieu this September. These vibrant rallies offer the chance to admire an impressive line-up of motors, catch up with fellow enthusiasts plus explore the … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum engineers commence engine rebuild to bring Sunbeam 1000hp back to life

22nd August 2024

The Sunbeam 1000hp's unique engine is being rebuilt by National Motor Museum engineers... The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from The National Motor Museum). Everything on Sunbeam 1,000hp was bespoke, apart from its two colossal 22.5 litre Matabele V12 aero engines which were spare parts from Sunbeam’s works – and neither has run for more than 80 … [Read more...]

Stonham Barns Park 2024 Classic Car Show brings out the cars and the crowds

20th August 2024

The 2024 Classic Car Show at Stonham Barns Park in Suffolk provided style and encouraged memories galore... Stonham Barns tells us: (All words and photographs from Stonham Barns). With wax polish and history everywhere, Stonham Barns Park - one of Suffolk’s premier leisure, retail and holiday venues - has hosted its Classic Car Show 2024 (Sunday 18 August) and the crowds came out on a … [Read more...]

National Motor Museum volunteer to take on 800 mile motorcycle tour in aid of charity

15th August 2024

National Motor Museum volunteer Peter Driver will soon set off on an around Nbritain motorcycle ride in aid of the charity 'Mind'... The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from Peter Driver/The National Motor Museum). Peter Driver, a volunteer with the National Motor Museum workshop, will be heading off from Beaulieu on September 4th on an 800-mile ride … [Read more...]

Vaux ALL Show returns to The British Motor Museum on 18th August

8th August 2024

The 2024 Vaux ALL show is to take place at The British Motor Museum on Sunday 18th August, with a special guest appearance of the legendary Lotus Carlton,  '40RA'... The Museum tells us: Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum. Vaux ALL, a celebration of all Vauxhall, Opel and Bedford models, returns to the British Motor Museum, home to the Vauxhall Heritage Collection, for a … [Read more...]

Beaulieu Supercar Weekend 2024 draws enthusiastic crowds

7th August 2024

Special guests and spectacular displays at this year's Beaulieu Supercar Weekend... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). On 3rd and 4th August, over 20,000 supercar enthusiasts headed to Beaulieu Supercar Weekend to see some of the world’s most exclusive and powerful vehicles on show. With live demonstrations, awesome displays and a special guest appearance from BBC … [Read more...]

DR1VR show coming soon at The British Motor Museum

6th August 2024

DR1VR show returns to The British Motor Museum, by popular demand... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The DR1VR show returns to the British Motor Museum on Sunday 15 September for its second year. Visitors can once again enjoy a relaxed day out with live music whilst admiring hundreds of modified cars including modern and classic stance, track builds, … [Read more...]

Lord Montagu welcomes the Wombles back to Beaulieu

5th August 2024

Lord Montagu welcomes The Wombles back to Beaulieu for the 50th anniversary of the Monorail there... Beaulieu tells us: (Image and all words from Beaulieu). Lord Montagu marked the 50th anniversary of the Monorail in style with a feast of celebrations and special guests to mark 50 years of the oldest monorail in England. Opened in July 1974, the Monorail has been a family … [Read more...]

Supercars Galore at Beaulieu on 3rd and 4th August 2024

24th July 2024

A fantastic line-up of high performance sporting/luxury vehicles awaits attendees at this year's Beaulieu Supercar Weekend... They tell us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Beaulieu Supercar Weekend returns on 3rd and 4th August for another action-packed weekend of automotive excellence. This year, the highly-anticipated event is set to display more high-performance vehicles than … [Read more...]

First Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival

18th July 2024

Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports on a new event to take place in September 2024…   Pembrey Circuit will host the inaugural Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival on Sunday 22 September, exactly 31 years to the day since the late Brazilian F1 racing driver Ayrton Senna set the fastest lap around the home of Welsh motorsport. It was widely reported at the time that Senna broke the … [Read more...]

A new dedicated ‘Access Day’ being hosted by The British Motor Museum this summer

16th July 2024

Friday 16th August 2024 is the date of the British Motor Museum's second dedicated 'Access Day'... They tell us: (Image and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is to host its second dedicated Access Day of 2024 on Friday 16 August. The Museum, which is committed to being accessible to all, will showcase its range of accessible activities and will be open until … [Read more...]

Visitors to Buckler’s Hard this coming weekend can enjoy free tours aboard the pilot cutter Amelie Rose

15th July 2024

A warm welcome is promised for visitors to Buckler's Hard (near Beaulieu) this weekend (20th and 21st July 2024) with free tours aboard the pilot cutter Amelie Rose... Buckler's Hard tells us... (All words and images from Buckler's Hard). Step on board the beautiful pilot cutter Amelie Rose for a tour and chat with her crew as part of your visit to Buckler’s Hard on Saturday 20th and Sunday … [Read more...]

Three special anniversaries to be celebrated at the Aston Martin Heritage Festival at The British Motor Museum

10th July 2024

Celebrations for Aston Martin enthusiasts at the British Motor Museum. The Museum tells us... (Photographs and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum, along with The Aston Martin Heritage Trust, is to host the Aston Martin Heritage Festival for the second year running on 31 August.  All Aston Martin owners are welcome to attend, no matter what age or model.  This … [Read more...]

Beaulieu International Autojumble – coming very soon!

8th July 2024

Hundreds of motoring and vintage stands to explore at this year's Beaulieu International Autojumble, on 14th/15th September... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Beaulieu’s International Autojumble returns for another jam-packed weekend of automotive treasure-hunting. From crucial spare parts and tools for historic car projects to automobilia, model cars and … [Read more...]

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