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New Chief Executive Officer for The British Motor Museum

8th July 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is delighted to announce that Peter Armstrong has been appointed Chief Executive Officer from 1 September following the retirement of Jeff Coope. Jeff retired from the Museum in March after 23 years of dedicated service. Originally from the UK, Peter has been living and working … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum to host five classic motoring events in July 2025

24th June 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The Museum). The British Motor Museum will host five classic motoring shows in July. These will include the Wythall Busfest on 5 July, MGF 30th Anniversary celebration on 6 July, the BMC & Leyland Show supported by Peter James Insurance on 13 July, the Old Ford Rally supported by Peter James Insurance and Rootes Heritage … [Read more...]

Explore exciting senses at the British Motor Museum this summer…

18th June 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is inviting families to come along and explore exciting senses this summer from 19 July – 1 September! In conjunction with their brand new sound-based exhibition ‘Beep-Beep, Yeah!’, visitors can experience the Museum’s collection through looking, touching, smelling and … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum to host three STEM Careers Days this summer

3rd June 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The british Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is proud to host three STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Careers Days on 24, 25, and 26 June with engineering experts from global leader in consulting, technology services and engineering - Capgemini. These STEM Careers Days will include a range of interactive … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Sophia Myles (‘Lady Penelope’) reunited with her ‘Thunderbirds’ car at The British Motor Museum

14th March 2025

'Lady Penelope' meets 'FAB 1' again! The British Motor Museum tells us... (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). Sophia Myles, who starred as Lady Penelope in the 2004 film Thunderbirds, paid a visit to the British Motor Museum on 10 March to be reunited with her iconic car. The famous pink car has been on display at the Museum since 2005 and this was the first time Sophia … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum to host two exclusive ‘Evening With’ events, with Peter Stevens and Mike Brewer

14th March 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us.. (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has announced two more exclusive ‘Evening With’ series, one with Peter Stevens, a name synonymous with British car design on 14 April and the other with Mike Brewer, car dealer turned presenter, on 12 May. Peter's distinguished design career spans a broad range of iconic … [Read more...]

Easter Egg-citement at The British Motor Museum

4th March 2025

Easter time fun galore at The British Motor Museum... The Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has got a cracking line up of egg-cellent Easter Holiday activities to get stuck into from 5 – 27 April! Children and families can crack the code in the puzzling Family Trail, get creative with an egg-ceptional craft activity, and test … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum to host largest BMW meet in the UK for a fourth year

26th February 2025

BMWs galore will be on show at The British Motor Museum on 27th April... The Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The Briish Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is hosting the UK’s largest BMW meet when it returns to Gaydon for a fourth year on Sunday 27 April! The ‘Ultimate BMW Meet’ is the perfect event for BMW enthusiasts, uniting fans of classics, latest models, and … [Read more...]

A new Young Artists Competition at The British Motor Museum

6th February 2025

The British Motor Museum launches a new Young Artists Competition, and teases details of Gallery 2025... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is to launch a new Young Artists Competition to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, The Gallery 2025. This exclusive contest with the theme ‘The car and the environment’ gives young … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum hosting two more fascinating evening ‘Late’ events!

29th January 2025

They tell us: (All photographs and words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has announced two more evening Museum Late events. 'From Sketch to Street' takes place on 11 February and 'Backstage Tours' takes place on 11 March. On 11 February visitors will have the chance to see the Collections Team showcase the fascinating work they do to keep the Museum running. This … [Read more...]

Fun with coding and creativity at The British Motor Museum during the February 2025 half-term

28th January 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from the British Motor Museum). This Half-Term from 15 – 23 February, the British Motor Museum is inviting families to dive into the world of car design and technology with a jam-packed week of fun activities. With so much to explore and discover, younger visitors can learn how design and technology shape the world around us whilst … [Read more...]

British Motor Museum renews partnership with Peter James Insurance for another year

22nd January 2025

The British Motor Museum tells us: (Photograph and all words from The british Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is delighted to announce the renewal of its partnership with Peter James Insurance, one of the UK’s leading classic vehicle insurance brands, for a second year. The renewal of the partnership cements Peter James Insurance as a pillar of the classic vehicle community and … [Read more...]

Brick Bank scheme launched by The British Motor Museum

21st November 2024

Local communities supported by the British Motor Museum's new Brick Bank scheme... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum has launched their exciting new ‘Brick Bank’ scheme, encouraging visitors to donate their unwanted or unused LEGO®  bricks for a fantastic cause! Museum Volunteers will collate the bricks into build kits, which … [Read more...]

Christmas 2024 gift ideas from The British Motor Museum

7th November 2024

Christmas is fast approaching and The British Motor Museum may be able to help you in your search for presents... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). Looking for that spark of inspiration for the perfect Christmas gift? The British Motor Museum has plenty to choose from and every purchase supports the charity! Home to over 400 iconic classic and vintage … [Read more...]

Another brilliant London to Brighton Run for The British Motor Museum

4th November 2024

The British Motor Museum entries in this year's London to Brighton Veteran Car Run worked wonders for their drivers and passengers plus the enthusiasts en route... The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and images from The British Motor Museum). Warm weather graced the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, making for an incredible journey for the British Motor Museum participants. … [Read more...]

Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson to join The British Motor Museum on the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

25th October 2024

For the 2024 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson will be joining The British Motor Museum team... The Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum is again participating in the famous RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, which is taking place on Sunday 3 November. Actor, Simon Gregson … [Read more...]

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