Autumnal evenings can be brightened by a series of lectures at The National Motor Museum... They tell us: (All words and images from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). Specialist evening lectures by leading figures in the motoring world are scheduled this autumn at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The talks, in the museum’s Collections Centre theatre offer a chance to hear … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum Raffle Prize winners enjoy New Forest drive in a 1914 Rolls-Royce
Beaulieu runners-up but still winners ! The runner-up winners of the National Motor Museum Trust Prize Draw at Beaulieu have enjoyed a trip around the New Forest in a vehicle from the National Motor Museum collection. (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). Elton and Georgina Evans and their children Jacob and Charlotte from Bramley, Hampshire were driven in a … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s ‘Simply’ series of shows provides automotive variety and spice during the rest of 2023
Nine more 'Simply' rallies at Beaulieu still to come in 2023... They tell us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu): Motoring fans are in for a treat at Beaulieu over the coming months, with nine more Simply rallies taking place throughout the rest of the 2023 show season, each one packed with great car line-ups to admire, chances to chat with other enthusiasts, and all the features of … [Read more...]
Seven Heaven – The 60th National Austin Seven Rally at Beaulieu
Austin Sevens and Big Sevens galore, plus their enthusiastic owners, descend on the New Forest… Kim Henson reports. (All photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson, except for the view from the air of the '60' formation image, copyright Beaulieu Enterprises Ltd.). Over the weekend of 1st and 2nd July, The Pre-War Austin Seven Club held their 60th National Austin Seven Rally at the National … [Read more...]
Summertime at Beaulieu promises a huge amount of fun and interest
So much to enjoy at Beaulieu this summer... They tell us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Get set for an action-packed summer at Beaulieu as history comes to life with colourful characters, living history parades, phantasmagorical rides and exciting new exhibitions to see across the attraction between 22 July – 3 September. Back for the summer, see motoring parades in action. Watch … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum takes Napier Gordon Bennett to Ireland
One of Britain's oldest racing cars was recently taken to Ireland by the National Motor Museum, to participate in a significant anniversary rally... The National Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the National Motor Museum). The veteran 1903 Napier Gordon Bennett attended the 120th anniversary of the 1903 ‘Gordon Bennett’ cup race which took place in southern Ireland, … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s Custom and American Show took place on Father’s Day…
Incredible vehicles and live music made for a great atmosphere for the Custom and American Show, held at Beaulieu on 18th June. Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Over 5,600 visitors and participants made Beaulieu their Father’s Day destination for the Custom and American Show, enjoying the colourful line-up of 406 customised and American cars and bikes, alongside live … [Read more...]
MG100 at Beaulieu – Saturday 30th September 2023
A celebration of 100 years of MGs, will take place at Beaulieu on Saturday 30th September 2023... Chris Adamson tells us... (All words and photographs copyright Chris Adamson). A major event, featuring hundreds of MGs of all ages, will celebrate 100 years of the famous British sportscar marque in the picturesque parkland surroundings of the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu on Saturday 30 … [Read more...]
New permanent gallery featuring Le Mans, at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
A new permanent gallery at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, puts the focus on Le Mans... Beaulieu tells us: (Words and photographs from Beaulieu; all images © National Motor Museum) A new permanent gallery at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu will showcase rarely seen archive photographs from the museum’s collections. The first exhibition will be a special selection depicting the … [Read more...]
Ferraris galore to admire at the Beaulieu Supercar Weekend, 5th/6th August
Beaulieu is the place to go to see Ferraris in numbers on the lawns of Palace House, over the weekend of 5th and 6th August 2023... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). A glorious selection of Ferraris will be taking pride of place on the lawns of Beaulieu’s Palace House, as part of the stunning Beaulieu Supercar Weekend on 5th and 6th August, which will gather … [Read more...]
National Austin Seven Rally revs up for diamond jubilee…
Austin Sevens galore will gather at Beaulieu for the 60th National Austin Seven Rally, to take place on Sunday 3rd July... Run by the Pre-War Austin Seven Club, this is the largest annual gathering of Austin Seven cars and enthusiasts in the UK and is unique in that every one of the 60 rallies since 1963 has been held at the same venue - the grounds of the Beaulieu Estate next to … [Read more...]
Shipwright School returns to Buckler’s Hard this 2023 late May Bank Holiday weekend
See ancient shipbuilding skills come to life as the Shipwright School returns to Buckler’s Hard for May bank holiday weekend... Kim says: "Yes this is a motoring magazine website but 'car people' are often interested in boating, ships and history too, and we thought this would be of general interest to our readers..." Beaulieu (and Buckler's Hard) tells us: Watch hands-on … [Read more...]
May Half-term at Beaulieu – fun for all
Action galore at Beaulieu over this May's half-term break... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Get set for an action-packed May half-term at Beaulieu with family fun for everyone, including the launch of a brand-new exhibition taking centre stage in the National Motor Museum. Take a trip through time at Beaulieu, with over 800 years of history to explore as … [Read more...]
Family Easter activities at Beaulieu from 1st April…
Easter festivities at Beaulieu start tomorrow, 1st April… Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Hop, skip and jump into Easter at Beaulieu, where history comes to life between 1st – 16th April. Meet colourful characters, see historic vehicles and spot the famous Easter Bunny in our flower-filled grounds over Easter Weekend, where you’ll find traditional outdoor games for … [Read more...]
Make your way to Beaulieu this May for their Spring Autojumble…
Spares galore, classics for sale and car club displays are promised at this year's Beaulieu Spring Autojumble, on the weekend of 13th/14th May... Beaulieu tells us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). Spring Autojumble will be back for 2023, as impressive car club displays join hundreds of stands laden with great automotive buys, for a busy show on 13th and 14th May in the Beaulieu … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum launches campaign to run the Sunbeam 1,000hp record breaker at Daytona (again!)
A campaign by The National Motor Museum to run 'The Slug' again at Daytona... They tell us: (All words and images from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum will launch the Sunbeam 1000hp Restoration Campaign on the anniversary of Major Henry Segrave’s Land Speed Record on March 29, to enable its colossal V12 aero engines to run again. Working together with Hampshire-based Brookspeed … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum seeks new Chair of Trustees
The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, is looking for a new Chair of Trustees to help lead the museum into a bright future... They tell us: (Words and photograph from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum is looking for a new chair of its board of trustees, someone with the skills and ambition to help shape and drive forward its future. The successful volunteer will join the National Motor … [Read more...]
Mercedes-Benz SL300 ‘Gullwing’ with regal provenance lands at Beaulieu
Mercedes 300SL 'Gullwing', previously owned and enjoyed by the late King Hussein of Jordan, arrives at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu... They tell us: One of the most beautiful and desirable motor cars ever built is the latest exhibit to take its place at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The distinctive Gullwing Mercedes 300SL was originally supplied by Mercedes-Benz Great … [Read more...]
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu looks ahead to an exciting year
Events and exhibitions coming up this year at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu... (All photographs from Beaulieu). They tell us: Those with an interest in the motoring heritage can discover more about the National Motor Museum and its collections with a new calendar of exhibitions, displays, behind-the-scenes tours, talks, vehicle meets, and family events. National Motor … [Read more...]
BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair Returns to Beaulieu this April
Beaulieu is a major centre of interest for motoring enthusiasts but of course many motorists and their families are also keen on gardening, so the return of the BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair to Beaulieu this April (Friday 28th to Sunday 30th) may appeal across the board... ...and a spectacular Hillier Secret Garden is promised too. Beaulieu tells us: Exciting new highlights are being … [Read more...]