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Events 2023

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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/

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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/

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Events 2023

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January

New Years Day:     Cotswold Classic Car Club, Shipton Oliffe Sports Ground, GL54 4HT


The meet is from 12:00 - 15:00. Car parking is on hard gravel. All welcome. All monies raised will be donated to local charities. Hot food and drinks available.

http://www.CotswoldClassicCarClub.com/

Click Here to view the flyer

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February

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March

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April

Sunday 9th April 2023 (Easter Sunday):     Pageant of Transport - Weston-Super-Mare Sea Front.


Tickets are going fast, make sure you book yours soon. Link below.

Arrival on site no later than 10:00

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. Woolsey's Miniature Railway has confirmed that they will be there. The event raises money for the Weston Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets.
Just like last year vehicle entry onto the lawns is £5 per vehicle per day which does go towards the Charity 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 9th via the dropdown. You need to put MX5 Owners Club in the car club box to be parked with the club.
Please order your tickets online at
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pageant-of-transport-2023-tickets-505280396267

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.

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

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Sunday 30th April 2023:     Wheelnuts 2023 Classic Car Show - St Rose's Stroud.


As a club we are limited to 20 cars. Therefore Heather will be collecting names at the meetings.

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May

Sunday 7th May 2023:     South Wales Car Festival



As well as cars they will offer something for the whole family including bars, street food, kids corner, live music, entertainment, craft stalls and local produce.

All funds raised will help fund the amazing work of the local hospice, St David’s Hospice Care. You can find further information on their website at
https://www.southwalescarshow.co.uk/

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Sunday 28th May 2023:   Bidford Wings and Wheels


The club is restricted to just 5 cars in the display which are now taken, anyone else wanting to attend is able to park in the public carpark.

The club has attended this event numerous times in the past, always a good day with food stalls and a cafe. There was opportunity in the past to take a flight around the airfield in a classic plane so hopefully they will have similar this year. Bring a picnic and chairs.

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June

Sat 10th June 2023:   Hampton Ferry Classic Car and Bike Show


Exhibitors free. Please arrive before 11am to set up, opens to the public at 11 am. Another event that has been well supported by the club in the past, always a good day on the river Avon with a bar / cafe / restaurant. Bring a picnic and chairs.
For further information click here: http://www.hamptonferry.co.uk/cabshow.html

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Sunday 11th June 2023:     Highnam Court Classic Cars, Trucks & Gardens


Your group is very welcome to attend our car show on 11th June. There isn’t a limit on how many cars from you group can attend. The entry cost is £5 per person with Payment information on the bottom of the form below. We will require how many people will be in each car. The club members who wish to attend can fill out the form linked below and return completed to Katy Price at The Pied Piper Appeal preferably via email to admin@piedpiperappeal.co.uk
Please put MX5 Owners Club under the ‘vehicle make’ so it lets the organisers know that you are a member of the SWMOC group, this way they can ensure that we all get parked together on the day of the event.
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.


Please fill out ALL information and return via email and make the payment via bank transfer to the details on the form.
Dogs are allowed on a short lead. The gardens are well worth a visit where you will see many magnificent wood carvings, they have a youtube video to show some of what you can see.
https://youtu.be/buxzkInBbok
Light refreshments available in the Orangery. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own picnics, but no barbecues. Highnam Church also open from 13:00 - short walk across from the car park
https://piedpiperappeal.co.uk/event/classic-cars-gardens-highnam-court/

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Sunday 21st June 2023:   Sundown Coffee and Classics at the Classic Motor Hub

This is a ticket only event open to all. Tickets on sale on the hub website.

Ticketed event £10 per car 1st come 1st served basis.

To buy your tickets click here: https://classicmotorhub.com/shop/sundown-coffee-and-classics-21st-june-2023/

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Saturday 24th June 2023:   Fives go Buccaneering – Cotswold Airport


We are pleased to announce an exclusive event for South West Midland members.
We have arranged a private tour and photo opportunity with two Buccaneer aircraft, maintained by The Buccaneer Aviation Group based in Gloucestershire.

Opens 8:00 am if you would like breakfast. Park at bottom of site by café.
Arrive NO LATER than 9:45 am for briefing and drive to Cotswold Airport as a group at 10:00 am
Cotswold Airport Arrive 10:30 am approximately - follow DW to Buccaneer Aviation Group area and await instructions from onsite team.

Cost & Payment £15.00 Per Person attending CASH ONLY payable to Buccaneer team on arrival.

Visit – To include tour – cockpit experience/photo – photo opportunity with cars & aircraft.
Please follow instructions from Buccaneer team at all times for your own safety.

Post Visit (Optional) – 1:30 pm Scenic drive to Cotswold Barn GL56 0QZ for refreshments – 45 Minutes.

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July

Sunday 2nd July 2023:   Classic Motor Hub Club


Ticketed event £5 per car 1st come 1st served basis.
This event will sell out very quickly so order your tickets ASAP if you would like to participate

To buy your tickets click here: https://classicmotorhub.com/shop/club-weekend-2nd-july-2023/

When booking enter: MX-5 Owners Club - South West Midlands in the club/group box at the top.
This will ensure we are allocated sufficient display space.

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Sunday 16th July 2023      5’s At Silverstone



This year the National MX5 Owners Club Breakfast and Midsummer meeting is heading to Silverstone With some exclusive access to the Silverstone Museum along with a great opportunity to meet up with other MX-5 enthusiasts to admire and show off your car.

With a fantastic Breakfast Club and all day meeting to look forward to. There will be a Show and Shine Competition with trophies to be won for the best cars on the day, the Club Hub, a handful of specialists, local dealership and space for hundreds of MX-5s.

Early Bird: if you choose to come early we have arranged private access for you to visit the amazing Silverstone interactive Museum which details the history of Silverstone, the British Racing and Drivers Club and the evolution of Formula 1. Your ticket also includes breakfast served from the Museum restaurant (8.30am – 10am). Prices will be £19 per person for this package which represents a saving of well over £10 per person to be enjoyed by members.

We’ve also got discounted entry to the Museum arranged for the rest of the day and you can join us on the day without visiting the museum for no charge (spaces limited).

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Sun 23rd July 2023      Classic Nostalgia at Shelsley Walsh



Early Bird Ticket: £15 per person (for bookings made before 30 April 2023)
Advanced Ticket: £20 per person
MX5OC has been added as a visiting car club to the website so select this in the booking form.
https://www.shelsleywalsh.com/events-1/cn-car-clubs-2023

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 22 & 23 July 2023
• 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)

For further information on the event click here: https://www.classicnostalgia.co.uk/carclubs

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August

Sunday 6th August 2023:     Burford House Motor Show 2023


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/

They ask exhibitors to kindly donate a suitable raffle prize to support their chosen charity. Food and Drink will be available all day and you will also be entertained by the Teme Valley Brass Band.

If you are a member of a group then it is important that you all fill in individual forms. If you wish to be parked together then please meet off-site and come in as a convoy before 9:30 am. Failure to do so will result in you being split up. Any late arrivals will be directed to the public car park. 9:30 am is the latest time that cars will be allowed into the display parking area.

Booking Details

• All Entries must be made via Email
• IMPORTANT: Email Subject MUST contain "MOTOR SHOW 2023"
• All Entries must be made by July 6th
• Entrants MUST remain on site for the duration of the Show
• Please Arrive in Convoy if you wish to Park together

Please note that you will have to print the form, complete it, scan it and attach the scanned form to an email.

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Wednesday 9th.   Wheels on Wednesday at Morgan.

Advance tickets £4.50 Per Car

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Sat 12th August 2023            Gary & Julie

Breakfast Meet and Optional Drive

• Drive Route (PDF Format): JollyNiceDrive.pdf
• Drive Route (Word Doc): JollyNiceDrive.docx
• TomTom Itinerary: JollyNiceDriveTomtomMap.itn
• Newer TomTom Itinerary: JollyNiceDriveTomtomMap.gpx
• Garmin Itinerary: JollyNiceDriveHereMap.gpx

The plan is to meet at Jolly Nice Farm Shop and Cafe https://jollynicefarmshop.com from 9 am for breakfast. Parking is being reserved for us at the bottom of the site.

If you are not joining for Breakfast please arrive by 10am so that we can leave by 10:15

The plan is then to drive to Lacock in Wiltshire, the village has a number of Cafe’s, pubs and ice cream vendors there is also the NT Lacock Abbey, this is well worth a visit as is the Photography museum. For the photographers amongst us Lacock was the home of William Henry Fox-Talbot the inventor of the photographic negative. The distance will be about 27 miles.

There should be plenty of parking, additional parking is opened up as needed.

We will plan a return route to our area. Please let us know if you are going to join us so that we can let Jolly Nice know numbers and for them to reserve parking for us.

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Wednesday 23rd August 2023:   Sundown Coffee & Classics at The Classic Motor Hub


This is a Ticketed Event: £10:00 Per Car

For further information and bookings click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/shop/sundown-coffee-and-classics-21st-june-2023/

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Sat 26th.   Gloucester Goes Retro 2023.

One of the highlights of the city, Gloucester Goes Retro features over 500 classic vehicles filling the historic Gate Streets and Gloucester Docks.
The show is on from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Applications for Gloucester Goes Retro 2023 are now open. To enter, please complete the online application form here:
https://www.gloucestergoesretro.com/car-exhibitors

If you are struggling with the online form below please download the word version GloucsRetroVehicleAppForm2023.docx and either email it to city.events@gloucester.gov.uk or post it to the following address: Gloucester Goes Retro, Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 1NS

Here is the link to the official website:   https://www.gloucestergoesretro.com/

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Mon 28th Aug 2023:     Pershore Plum Festival

The cut off date for Booking is 31st July 2023 and is now closed

This year is the 25th Anniversary of the 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

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September

Sat 2nd September 2023:   RAF Brize Norton Families Day


With the upcoming family’s day festival at RAF Brize Norton on 2 September, we are reaching out to see if you would be interested in joining 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, 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.

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.

You will need to download and complete the Autosport Display Booking Form FOR EACH CAR and return it to the email address in the form so they can create your security passes. If you have a passenger, please add their details to the form. Right Click the filename and choose "save as"
AutosportBookingFormBrizefest2023.docx

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Wednesday 6th September 2023:   Cotswold Barn - Car Club Evening Meeting


This event is free to attend and there will be food and drink available to purchase on the night!
The following is from the Cotswold Barn :
During our evening meet we will be serving takeaway food including our renowned Lashford Sausage Baps, or our vegan alternative warm Vegetable Samosas.
We are fully licensed and we have a specially chosen selection of local beers, ciders and lagers as well as a variety of soft beverages available.
Throughout the year we host a variety of motor events: from classic motors through to modern day supercars. 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.
We have a number of seasoned marshals who will direct you to a designated parking area.
We look forward to welcoming you to Cotswold Barn Evening Car & Bike Meet on Wednesday 6th September and seeing a great mix of all different cars and bikes.

Facebook event details click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/298041566107414

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Sat 9th September 2023:   Hampton Ferry Classic Car and Bike Show


Exhibitors free. Please arrive before 11am to set up, opens to the public at 11 am. Another event that has been well supported by the club in the past, always a good day on the river Avon with a bar / cafe / restaurant. Bring a picnic and chairs.
For further information click here: http://www.hamptonferry.co.uk/cabshow.html

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Sun 10th September 2023:   The Newent Annual 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 .

To book your place click here: https://newentcarandclassic.co.uk/book-now.php?no=1

Newent Classic Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422245616440733

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Sun 17th September 2023:   29th Annual MX-5 National Rally


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.

• Infield Display pass Car, Driver + Passenger : Free*

• Onsite MX-5 display parking
• Event gift pack (1 per car)
• Open access Museum entry for all visitors on the day.
• Rally passes will be included with the August edition of the Club Magazine Soft Top Hardtop.

Due to a lack of interest, the SWM club have decided to give up the display stand at the rally -

August Newsletter Update:     August 2023, Click Here

Further details now available visit the dedicated Rally webpage click the link below:

• https://www.nationalrally.co.uk/

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Sun 24th September 2023:   Cotswold Festival of Motoring


The Cotswold Festival of Motoring is a fantastic day out for all the family. For the car enthusiast there will be 180 vintage, classic, sports cars and super cars. You will also be able to vote for your favourite car in The People’s Concourse.

Live music will be provided by Paige and the Red Shift during the day. There will be a bar, food stalls and entertainment for the kids including a free climbing wall.

If you would like to exhibit a car please click here and complete and submit the form. The cost is only £8 and that includes two free entry tickets. The organisers of the event will then be in touch to confirm your participation and provide details for exhibitors on the day.

Full details are available via the dedicated webpage, click the link below:

• Cotswold Festival of Motoring

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Saturday 30th September 2023:   All Aboard The Cheltenham Fryer


Long time member and train enthusiast Gavin Coulthard, along with event coordinator Heather Eldridge, are planning an evening on the Fish & Chip special, also known as the Cheltenham Fryer.

The trip is planned for Saturday 30th September. The train will leave Toddington station (GL54 5DT) at 7:00 pm returning at approximately 9:15 pm.

The cost is £30 per person, which includes a large portion of fish & chips and ice cream.

Park in our large free car park, board the train and travel through the beautiful Cotswolds in your reserved seat. Whilst our waiting staff tend to you at your table supplying for soft drinks, beers, wines, teas and coffee.

Please use the GWSR website for your booking. Once done would you please email: southwestmidlands@mx5oc.co.uk so that we know who has bought tickets and how many.
It is a very popular event and will be a most enjoyable evening so get this booked within the next few weeks, the June and July events are already sold out.

The website for your booking is:

• https://www.gwsr.com/events/the-cheltenham-fryer-fish-chip-special-7

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November

Sat 4th November 2023:   Rallye Prescott


Rallye Prescott welcomes rally cars through the decades back to the Hill once again in 2023. Cars ranging from Group B Audi Quattro's to Welsh road rally cars will take to the Hill in a bid to win Fastest Time of the Day, with competition runs being undertaken in both daylight and the darkness of early evening.

Join us at the only Hill Climb Venue in the country that can run competitive events in darkness . . . and don't forget your torch! This event is in November and could be very cold, dark and very wet!

Set within a beautiful country estate of over 65 acres, Prescott Speed Hill Climb offers outstanding panoramic Cotswold countryside views combined with unrivalled spectator viewing of the thrill and adrenalin of one of the original forms of motorsport in the world.

• We have the opportunity to attend and display as a club at a concessionary price.
• A display ticket for 12 cars and 24 people in the Orchard is available at a total cost of £120.00
• Per person entry for this event is £18.00 so club entry at £10.00 per car represents very good value!

Conditions of entry for a Club:

• Club Ticket must be purchased by 1st November 2023
• Entry must consist of 12 cars
• A club entry will be purchased by David Westwood providing we have enough cars to confirm the entry by November 1st
• FOUR entry slots have been reserved leaving EIGHT slots available on a strictly FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS.
• Additional places may be available depending on the level of interest in attending - BUT THIS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
• David will purchase the ticket on behalf of the club and will, in fairness expect payment in cash at the next club meeting (2nd November 2023) or on the day of the event.

Places are limited - only apply for a place if you are 100% committed to attending.
Apply for a place via:

• Private message to David on Facebook
• by email to southwestmidlands@mx5oc.co.uk

For further information click here:
https://www.prescotthillclimb.co.uk/event-details/rallye-prescott-2

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December

Sunday 3rd December 2023:   Christmas 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 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.

This winter they will be hosting their Christmas Coffee and Classics on Sunday 3th 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.

As usual, attendees will be in the fine company of many other cars and motorcycles, their owners and The Classic Motor Hub team with a number of specially selected vendors inside the hangar, making The Hub the place to buy all your motoring gifts this Christmas. Whether or not you’re looking for some retail therapy, 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.

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

For further information and bookings click here:
https://classicmotorhub.com/shop/christmas-coffee-classics-3rd-december-2023/

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