Other Events
Apart from the locally organised meetings and drives, Members can enjoy
other local and national events some of which can be found in the MX5 OC Club Calender https://mx5oc.co.uk/diary/action~agenda/request_format~json/cat_ids~121/
Events 2024
Click the month name for quick access to the detailsJanuary February March April May June July August September October November December
There are also a number of track days. www.trackdays.co.uk, shows more details of track days around the United Kingdom.
Classic car shows are listed at www.classicshowsuk.co.uk
MX5OC Club Motor Sport events can be viewed at https://mx5oc.co.uk/motorsport/See last year's SWM events here: https://swm.mx5oc.co.uk/otherevents2023.html
Events 2024
January 2024
Monday 1st January 2024: New Years Day Cotswold Classic Car Club
Note the change of venue to Andoversford Industrial Estate GL54 4LB
Change of Venue due to the success of last year.
The meet is from 11:00 onwards. All welcome. All monies raised will be donated to local charities.
More details
https://www.facebook.com/events/677700254521555/
February 2024
Sunday 11th February 2024: Hook Norton Classics At The Brewery
Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm Scenic drive to Cotswold Barn for refreshments – 45 Minutes.
Head down to the brewery from 10 o’clock to catch the Hook Norton Classics Car & Bike Meet – there’s plenty of parking and the Malthouse Kitchen and Brewery Shop will both be open.
For further information click here:
https://www.hooky.co.uk/hooky_events/hook-norton-classics-at-the-brewery-february-2024/
https://www.facebook.com/events/233930229761244/
March 2024
Sunday 3rd March 2024: Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub - Season Opener
Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm Scenic drive to Cotswold Barn for refreshments – 45 Minutes.
The Coffee and Classics events at the Motor Hub are a well-known and highly-regarded fixture on the British motoring calendar, and since 2019 each of the events has sold out well in advance! So rev up your engines for another great morning of classic motoring.
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
April 2024
Sunday 7th April 2024: Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
This event is strictly pre-book only. In order to comply with health and safety guidance, no visitors will be allowed entry on the day without a valid ticket. Tickets are per car/motorcycle, rather than per person.
This event is for classic/vintage/interesting vehicles only. If you would like to come in a vehicle that does not fall into these categories, please contact The Motor Hub to be put on the reserve list. Any registrations received that do not qualify will be refunded!
Peter Cate best known for his ten years as an Aston Martin factory driver and his prior BTCC successes. He will be discussing his new book "Racing Hell - The Hidden Truths of Motorsport" amongst a broader debate on the state of modern motorsport.
- Live music from Kieron Cox
- Artists include Illustrator Maker & Mark Baker
- HCVA / Motel / Autoiconic
As usual, attendees will be in the fine company of many other cars and motorcycles, their owners and The Classic Motor Hub team. As well as the wide variety of vehicles joining us, we offer full access to our award-winning showrooms, whilst the Hub Coffee House and Shop is stocked with a great selection of automotive gifts and memorabilia. There’s always something exciting to see and plenty of conversation to be had with like-minded folk over a coffee, slice of cake or a bacon roll.
Book Your Tickets here:https://www.tickettailor.com/events/theclassicmotorhub/1114684
Please Note: They cannot offer refunds on tickets unless the decision is made to cancel the event. If you change your mind more than 2 weeks prior to an event please get in touch with The Motor Hub and they may be able to resell your place.
If you have any queries about registering or attending the Coffee and Classics events, don’t hesitate to get in touch with The Motor Hub.
13 April 2024: Saturday Extra Drive - Stourhead House & Gardens
This drive is being arranged by Gary & Julie Ridgway.
- This is in addition to the usual monthly Sunday drives.
- Meet at Knead bakery , Elkstone GL53 9PQ from 8:30am to depart at 9:15am
- We will drive through 3 counties to the National Trust’s Stourhead House and Garden.
- Stroll through the landscape Gardens with Temples and grotto’s or visit the house.
- Bring a picnic or use one of the two cafes. Plenty to do and see.
The return will take in a toll bridge so you will need either a £1 coin or a card to hand. Optional pub meal on the return leg.
Sunday 21st April 2024: Shelsley - Midland Auto Club - Classic Car Run 2024
The Classic and Sports section of the MAC (Midland Automobile Club, Shelsley Walsh) has organised a classic car run that will start from 4 different locations and finish at Shelsley Walsh, where participants will have the opportunity to experience driving our famous hill climb. Vintage, classic and modern sports cars are eligible. The event is open to all MAC Members and non members.
New routes for 2024!
The 4 start locations are:
- The Classic Motor Hub, Old Walls, Ablington, Cirencester, GL7 5FF
- Burford House Garden Centre, Worcestershire, WR15 8HQ
- Bridgnorth Garden Centre, Bridgnorth Road, Shipley, Wolverhampton, WV6 7EJ
- Cotswold Food Store, Longborough, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0QZ
- Refreshments at start venue for entrants and crew (max. 2 persons)
- All route instructions in a ‘tulip’ style road book
- An untimed non-competitive ascent of the famous hill at Shelsley Walsh
- Commemorative car tour plate
- Photograph of your car at Shelsley
- Entertainment & afternoon tea
- Working water mill demonstration
£95 entry fee based on driver and one passenger to include all items listed
For further information click here:
https://www.shelsleywalsh.com/mac-classic
To register your interest please click here to email the
South West Midlands AC email
Exact timings, meeting point, drive in details will be confirmed in due course.
May 2024
Wednesday 01st May 2024: Cotswold Barn Evening Car & Bike Meet
- These events can be attended by all who own or have an interest in specialist motors or for those who simply want to come along and enjoy the spectacle in a picturesque countryside setting.
- It is free to attend and there will be food and drink available to purchase on the night!
- During the evening meet they will be serving takeaway food including their renowned Lashford Sausage Baps, or their vegan alternative warm Vegetable Samosas.
- They are fully licensed and have a specially chosen selection of local beers, ciders and lagers as well as a variety of soft beverages available.
- They have a number of seasoned marshals who will direct you to a designated parking area.
Sunday 05th May 2024: Wheelnuts Classic Car Show 2024 - Stroud
The cars will depart from the Toby Carvery carpark at 9 o'clock sharp.
https://stroses.org.uk/wheelnuts-classic-car-show/
Wednesday 15th May 2024: Sundown Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
Saturday 25 May 2024: Garden of Heroes and Villains
- Drive Route (PDF Format): DorsingtonDriveMay2024.pdf
- TomTom Itinerary: HeroesAndVillainsDriveRouteTomtom.itn
- Newer TomTom Itinerary: HeroesAndVillainsDriveRouteTomtom.gpx
- Garmin Itinerary: HeroesAndVillainsDriveRouteHereMap.gpx
Admission by pre-purchased tickets only.
Dogs on short leads are welcome.
Tickets are per person and cost £10 plus £1.19 booking fee
EG: 2 x tickets = £22.38
- then click "More information and booking"
- Then the "Orange Get Tickets"
- Scroll to the bottom of the page to "Adult Ticket(16yrs+)with no donation"
Further information on the venue can be seen here:
https://heartofenglandforest.org/garden-heroes-and-villains
Sunday 26th May 2024: Pageant of Transport - Weston-Super-Mare Sea Front.
For details about the Pageant click here
Arrival on site no later than 09:30
The event is situated on the beach lawns in Weston-super-Mare right next to the seafront. Traditionally it has been a show for classic cars but as its Pageant of Transport they would like to see a whole variety of transport options. Cars, motorbikes, tractors, lorries, buses & military vehicles. Anything of interest is certainly welcome.
Vehicle entry onto the lawns is £5 per vehicle per day (plus .75 booking fee).
The event is run by and in aid of which is Weston-super-Mare Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets.
Tickets are on sale now via the web site on a first come first served basis. There is also an option to buy a commemorative plaque (£7.50) online with your entry tickets, the commemorative plaques will be available to pick up at the Sea Cadets tents over the event day so just bring a copy of your ticket so we can hand over your plaque to you.
Note: The pageant is over two days so make sure you select tickets for SUNDAY 26th May. You need to put SWM MX5 Owners Club in the car club box to be parked with the club. Please order your tickets online at
https://www.ticketebo.co.uk/wsmseacadets/pageant-of-transport-2024
Please take time to select the correct ticket option for your day that you want to attend and which vehicle you are bringing as we cannot issue refunds on the tickets due to the low cost of them. If you do encounter any mistakes or a change of circumstances and need to bring a different vehicle please make contact at the earliest opportunity by email.
Commemorative Plaque After clicking Buy Now you will be given the option to purchase a commemorative plaque with the proceeds going to the Sea Cadets. These are to be collected when you attend the show, ideally by 12 midday where possible.
There will also be space for people who want to turn up and pay on the day but space may be limited and would ask if you pay on the day then to use cash as there will be limited card machines.
If anyone has any question please do not hesitate to contact them via email at pageantoftransport@outlook.com and keep an eye on their social media channels for all of the latest update.
https://www.facebook.com/PageantofTransport
June 2024
7-9th June 2024: Wales Long Weekend Away
Gary is planning a scenic route with plenty of stops along the way. We can arrive at our destination from 4pm with time to check-in and unpack before enjoying an evening meal together at our B & B.
Llanerchindda Farm Guest House & Self Catering Cottages Website
Saturday 8th June - after breakfast we will drive to Pendine Sands with a pre booked visit to the land speed museum at a discounted price of £6.30 per person. This includes parking in their special car display arena with plenty of photo opportunities. Pendine has 7 miles of golden sands with lots of cafes, picnic spots and yummy ice cream. We plan to arrive at Pendine by midday and depart around 3pm. Our return drive back to our B & B will take in some beautiful scenery with another stop along the way at either a National Trust property or the village of Laugharne. On Saturday evening we will again enjoy an evening meal together at our B & B.
The area around our B & B is very scenic and we might be able to fit in a brief evening drive on some interesting roads.
Sunday 9th June - after breakfast we depart for the drive to Compton Verney for The National. Please remember to bring your ticket which I understand will be in the next edition of STHT which is due to be issued on 27th May. This journey will take a couple of hours and so Gary will ensure we have a few comfort stops along the way.
Sun 9th June 2024: 30th Annual MX-5 National Rally
For members who wish to meet up and travel to the National Rally together please see the following information:
- Meet at The Evesham Valley shopping centre (WR11 4DS) in the lower car park area from 09:00 for a 09:30 departure.
- It is approximately 36mins to Compton Verney (CV35 9HZ)
- If you wish to join us please leave a comment on the SWM Facebook event below so we have an idea of numbers.
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/mx5ocswm/posts/7939089406115283
The MX-5 National is the largest MX-5 event in the World with regularly over 1500 MX-5s of every generation and style attending the show.
- Tickets will be included as part of your membership and will be sent to you in the special edition of the Owners Club magazine scheduled for late May.
- Tickets for non members will be available on the day.
- The Owners Club is making arrangements for accommodation at the Mercure Walton Hall Hotel and Spa
- Hotel Address : Walton, Wellesbourne, CV35 9HG
- Rooms are limited and with the voucher code MX5 Single room £129 and double room £139. This is for the Saturday night B & B
- Rooms can be booked from December 1st. Book directly
- Telephone 01789 842424. First come first served basis.
This year is a special year for the Owners Club as we celebrate 35 years of the MX5 and the 30th anniversary of the Club, and to celebrate these milestones, we will host a twin celebration on Sunday 9 June.
This extravaganza will be held at Compton Verney, a beautiful and historic house in Warwickshire, which sits in beautiful grounds designed by landscape gardener Capability Brown. Inside is an incredible gallery that contains a wide range of interesting pieces, including art from the likes of Joshua Reynolds, collections detailing British society through the years, Neapolitan art and artefacts from China.
Tickets for this one-off celebratory event are included in your membership, and there will be plenty to do and see on the day. There will be a collections cover charge to upgrade your visit to the gallery (more details to follow), as well as an engaging programme of activities throughout the day. We've already lined up a number of very special guests, and there's much more in the pipeline.
Members' cars will line the drive and lawns, and the very best examples will go head-to-head for the Anniversary pride of ownership competition. There will also be traders, tech talks, live music and entertainment - and members willl be able to soak up that fantastic community vibe as we all share our passion and appreciation for MX-5s.
Details about the event will follow in the Soft Top Hard Top magazine and on the Owners Club website. For more information about the venue, visit https://www.comptonverney.org.uk/
For further details now available, visit the dedicated Rally webpage click the link below:
https://www.nationalrally.co.uk/
Sunday 09th June 2024: Highnam Court Classic Car Show
This event is organised by The Pied Piper Appeal.
Founded in 1992, The Pied Piper Appeal is the leading children's charity in Gloucestershire. Their mission is to make a difference to the lives of sick and disabled children in the county.
More information coming shortly for this year’s event.
https://piedpiperappeal.co.uk/event/classic-cars-gardens-highnam-court/
Wednesday 19th June 2024: Sundown Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
July 2024
Saturday 6th July 2024: Stow on the Wold Motor & Dog Show
Entry is £6 per vehicle to the QEII Cricket field showground. Note: Field access and exit is up and down a slight slope. This is not a problem for historic tractors, motorbikes and most cars. Prestigious vehicles with extremely low ground clearance can reserve one of the limited number of parking spaces in the town square for £15. Bookings for the Stow Square are on a first come, first served basis. Confirmation of entry to the showground or town square will be sent once payment has been received.
The field opens at 10:00 for vehicle exhibitors. All vehicles must be on site by 11:30. For the Stow Square vehicles are invited to be in the Square by 10.00:
For further information and bookings click here:
https://www.stowmc.org/exhibitors2024/
Sunday 7th July 2024: The Classic Motor Hub - Car Club Day
Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm We are planning a short drive (45 Minutes) to a new venue we have checked out near Charlebury for those who fancy it.
The Coffee and Classics events at the Motor Hub are a well-known and highly-regarded fixture on the British motoring calendar, and since 2019 each of the events has sold out well in advance! So rev up your engines for another great morning of classic motoring.
For further information and bookings click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
Sun 21st July 2024 Classic Nostalgia at Shelsley Walsh
Early Bird Ticket: £15 per person (for bookings made before 23:50 on 30 April 2024)
Advanced Ticket: £20 per person - goes on sale 1st May 2024. Under 16s go free.
MX5OC has been added as a visiting car club to the website so select this in the booking form.
https://www.classicnostalgia.co.uk/carclubs
When booking please click on to the "Car Club | Sunday" ticket option, when you go through to the next page, there is a drop down to select "Car Club" name where you will see: South West Midlands Mazda MX5 Owners Club
When you click on the car club name, you will get the discounted ticket price and club parking, and the organisers get to know how many are booked in for our club. We must have at least 10 cars to be able to park together.
Gates open for general admission. Hill action starts at 09.00am and finishes at approx. 5.00pm each day. It is suggested that you arrive between 8.00am – 10.00am to be in position on your car club stand. Upon arrival at the event, please enter via the show field and ask the marshal to navigate you to the relevant car club. It would greatly help speed up the process if you have your tickets ready to hand.
Your admission ticket includes access to the paddock, hill, courtyard and spectator enclosures.
EVENT INFORMATION
- Classic Nostalgia is a two-day motorsport festival held on 20 & 21 July 2024
- It is the flagship event at Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb
- There will be competitive hill climb action all weekend
- Demonstration runs
- Parades
- Car Club displays
- Trade stands
- Live music, entertainment and food
- Vintage fashion competition for the best and most authentic vintage outfit
- Concours competition
- An award to be presented to the best presented club stand (Sunday only)
August 2024
Wednesday 04th August 2024: Burford House & Gardens Car Show
All exhibitors MUST be on site by 9:30am. Arrivals past this time will be directed to the public car park
This annual motor show is in the grounds of Burford House Garden Centre.
https://britishgardencentres.com/burford-house-garden-centre/
Wednesday 14th August 2024: Sundown Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
Sunday 18th August 2024: Classic Car Meet Up
Join our community of classic car enthusiasts, welcoming both owners and spectators, come rain or shine.
Meet up in the big Paddock, near the Hive and Bar where anyone can order food and drinks until 8pm.
Alternatively the Drive Through is open for those just passing through!
https://jollynicefarmshop.com/products/classic-car-meet-up
Friday 23rd Aug - Sunday 25th Aug 2024: Silverstone Classic
We are pleased to announce the MX-5 Owners Club has been selected to exhibit at the 2024 Silverstone Festival and that members will be able to display their cars on an infield pitch with our Club display package.
The Festival goes ahead on the August Bank Holiday (23-25th August 2024) with thousands of classic cars on display, golden era motor racing and epic on-track showdowns across three jam packed days, rounded off with live music every night, the Festival is probably the best and most accessible Classic car event on Calendar.
The fantastic infield display package (two adult admission tickets and one infield car display pass) your Club membership brings huge saving on all weekend tickets.
**Club package prices - are now available.
Details and Club Member discount code can be obtained by logging in to the MX5OC site here:
[Members discount code, you need to be logged on to the MX5OC forum]
Tickets are now available here:
https://www.silverstone.co.uk/classic-car-clubs
Infield places are limited and we do urge members to book early for the best prices and secured infield space at this fantastic event, look out for announcements soon.
As it is a special year in 2024, we’ve also applied for an anniversary parade but, we won’t know of the outcome of this yet, and it is unlikely to be announced until into the New Year.
More information here:
https://www.silverstoneclassic.com/
Mon 26th Aug 2024: Pershore Plum Festival
Please ensure you display your personal Show Pass as you will not be permitted without it.
Entrance to the event is from 08:00 (no entrance after 10:30) and no vehicle movement until 16:00.
Click the icon below for a map of Entry Gate A route:
Here is the link to the official website:
http://www.pershoreplumfestival.org.uk/
Commonly know as Pershore Plum, this has been a classic event for the club over the years. There are lots of classic cars on show as well as plenty of things going on around the town, all to celebrate the plum harvest.
Entrance location
Sat 31st August 2024: RAF Brize Norton Families Day
Members will only be allowed entry once they have received confirmation from Brize Norton after sending in the application form below.
With the upcoming family’s day festival at RAF Brize Norton we would like you to join us with some of your vehicles for display alongside the largest aircraft in the RAF’s strategic transport fleet.
The event will consist of a funfair, static aircraft displays, a flypast, a parachute display (weather permitting), food stalls, traders, an open-air concert in the evening and all kinds of other entertainments and festivities.
Being part of the Autosport display will get you access to the day’s events and exclusive access to an active RAF airfield where you will be parked on the 99Sqn aircraft servicing apron alongside the UK’s strategic transport fleet, including C17-A Globemaster, Voyager, the Atlas A400M and various other static aircraft.
This would provide a fantastic display and also some excellent photographic opportunities as well as an opportunity to promote your vehicles.
- Drive Route (PDF Format): brizefest.pdf
- TomTom Itinerary: brizefest.itn
- Newer TomTom Itinerary: brizefest.gpx
- Garmin Itinerary: brizefest.gpx
Note
- All display vehicles will need to arrive between 7:30am and 09:30am.
- Due to public safety all display vehicles will need to remain in the display area on site until 4:30pm.
- At all times on the airfield vehicles must follow the directions of the marshals on site.
- At no point are vehicles to drive under the wings of aircraft or within close proximity of aircraft without a marshal present.
AutosportBookingFormBrizefest2024.docx
September 2024
1st September 2024: Newent Cricket Club Car & Classic Show
Click Here to view the flyer
Welcome to the Newent Car and Classic, the event is a celebration of every shape and form of the combustion engine. The idea behind the show is for you the enthusiast to show other like minded enthusiasts what you have hidden behind the doors of your garage or shed.
The show serves as a vibrant and diverse gathering for enthusiasts, collectors and families with a stunning array and mix of cars, motorcycles, vans, 4x4s and tractors. This is not a concours show and all are welcomed from a stunning no expense spared restored classic that is tucked away in its air conditioned showroom to that everyday run around with original patina that has been in the family for years .
We will post the link to the booking page when available.
Newent Classic Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422245616440733
6-8th September 2024: Goodwood Revival - Meet Ups
For further information and tickets click here:
https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/
Saturday 14th September 2024: The Cheltenham Fryer - Murder Mystery Special
For further information and bookings click here and select the 14th September event or speak to Gavin:
https://gwsr.vticket.co.uk/product.php/1171
Sunday 15th September 2024: Drive In Your 5 Day
For a more local event on the 15th September:
For a more local event on the 15th September the plan is to meet up at the The Woodshed, Eastnor Deer Park, nr Ledbury, HR8 1RA. We will leave at 11am for a short drive to Hampton Court Castle arriving around midday. Thanks to Alan and Helen who have arranged a group discount for entry to the Gardens and a Guided Tour of the Castle.
https://www.hamptoncourtcastle.co.uk/visitors/groups
The guided tour is booked for 2pm with a photo opportunity in front of the house afterwards.
- The discounted cost of the Guided tour and entry to the extensive gardens is £12.50 reduced from £15.00.
- If you only want to visit the garden it will be £8 reduced from £10.
- We however need a group 20 people or more.
- Please can you let us know if you intend to join us, by emailing South West Midlands AC email southwestmidlands@mx5oc.co.uk.
- TomTom Itinerary: 15thSeptember2024TomtomMap.itn
- Newer TomTom Itinerary: 15thSeptember2024TomtomMap.gpx
- Garmin Itinerary: 15thSeptember2024.gpx
Wednesday 18th September 2024: Sundown Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
October 2024
Sunday 6th October 2024: Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub
Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm Scenic drive to Cotswold Barn for refreshments – 45 Minutes.
The Coffee and Classics events at the Motor Hub are a well-known and highly-regarded fixture on the British motoring calendar, and since 2019 each of the events has sold out well in advance! So rev up your engines for another great morning of classic motoring.
For further information and bookings (when available) click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/events/
11-13th October 2024: Wales Long Weekend Away - Mulberry Inn
The Mulberry Inn, Llwynmawr, Glyn Ceiriog, Ceiriog Valley, LL20 7BB, 01691 718281
Check For Remaining Availability With Gary & Julie Ridgway .
This planned weekend is a repeat of the very successful stay at The Mulberry Inn in 2023, it is located in the beautiful Ceiriog Valley - 10 miles from Llangollen and 5 miles from Chirk. The drive routes will be different from the previous visit.
The package includes dinner on Friday and Saturday Night, and breakfast on Saturday & Sunday.
For further information about the destination click here:
https://mulberryinn.co.uk/
Saturday 19th October 2024: Visit a Vulcan - Short Drive & Aircraft Tour.
Mark the date in your diary for this limited attendance event, Further information will be posted when available.
November 2024
Sunday 17th November 2024: Concorde Experience Drive
Mark the date in your diary for this limited attendance event, Heather is currently collecting £10.00 per person deposits from interested parties wishing to attend. Further information will be posted when available.
December 2024
Sunday 1st December 2024: Coffee & Classics Christmas Special at The Classic Motor Hub
Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm Scenic drive to Cotswold Barn for refreshments – 45 Minutes.
This winter the Classic Motor Hub will again be hosting their Christmas Coffee and Classics on Sunday 1st December between 10am – 3pm, with a wide range of Christmas gifts available from a variety of retailers ready to fill up your stockings! Booking is available for either a morning (10am – 1pm) or afternoon (12pm - 3pm) slot.
This Christmas Coffee and Classics event is strictly pre-book only. In order to comply with health and safety guidance, no visitors will be allowed entry on the day without a valid ticket. Tickets are per car/motorcycle, rather than per person.
If you have any queries about registering or attending our Coffee and Classics events, don’t hesitate to get in touch. OPEN TO ALL CARS AND MOTORCYCLES