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Enthusiasts Calendar - it's a record!

20/12/2020

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We are delighted to report that the 2021 Enthusiasts calendar was met with universal approval and the final order tally shows that 105 copies were sold - more than three times the total sales for the 2020 calendar.
We'd like to thank all the proud members who entered photos of their classics - there would be no calendar without you - and also to all those who bought copies - thank you!
Most of all, our huge thanks and appreciation go to group sponsor Phil Allin of Alvaston Press, who not only designed and printed the calendar for us, but also managed the very slick order despatch operation. Many thanks Phil - your loyal support and expertise is greatly valued.

Finally ...

... a last chance to enjoy again all the photographs featured on the calendar (unless you bought a copy of course, in which case you will be enjoying them for the next 12 months!)
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Coming soon - Enthusiasts Car Window Shades

18/12/2020

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We know Summer seems a long way off when we're still in the depths of winter, but with Covid-19 vaccines starting to appear and the New Year approaching, we're getting excited about returning (hopefully) to the classic show scene with bigger, better events than ever before!
With that in mind, we bring you our brand new Enthusiasts Duo Car Window Shades - perfect for keeping your classic cool, looking cooler and also useful for finding your car in large car parks! We're still working on the final details but we hope to make our shades available to buy online early in the New Year - watch this space for news.
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Enthusiasts Christmas Stocking Fillers

15/12/2020

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Looking for some little gifts to make your Enthusiast's Christmas stocking extra-special?

​Check out our online shop for great items at great prices for the classic car lover in your life.
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In support of Crich Tramway Village

13/12/2020

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Following several years of successful shows at the tram museum we are booked in to return there on Saturday 27th March 2021.
The museum has found itself in financial difficulties this year due to the Covid pandemic, and support from the public and car clubs will be important in 2021 to keep the wheels moving at the museum. Entry is free to drivers of classic cars but we would politely suggest a donation of £10 per car to help with museum funds; it's a fascinating piece of British history that we don't want to lose.
On Sunday the group will be following a pre-planned 47-mile route around the stunning Peak District countryside, taking in superb view points, a water mill, pre arranged lunch stop and passing through the iconic Swainsley tunnel.

The more the merrier to help support Crich - no limit on numbers and all classics welcome, not just pre 85 Brits. Enquiries to Gar Cole - you can find more information and indicate your interest via the button below.
I'm keen - sign me up
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Lapel Badges back in stock!

11/12/2020

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We have more! The first batch of 50 Enthusiasts Lapel Badges sold out in record time. Fortunately we had already placed an order for more; the good news is they just arrived and are available to order now (see below).

​Like all our merchandise, these are high quality hand-made products. A generous 25mm in size, they are made using the same process as the very popular Enthusiasts Grille badges

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New Gallery - the Ian Hope Collection

10/12/2020

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by Paul Sweeney.

The Ian Hope Collection - now Online

I recently posted just a few of the hundreds of photos I took over a period of years at Ian Hope's British Car Museum in New Zealand and was pleasantly surprised by the level of interest and positive reactions, which made me think.
Ian was keen to leave a legacy for future generations after he had passed on, so it feels right to share my pictures with you. All of these were taken by me - in most cases while wandering around the collection with Ian happily chattering about the cars as we moved around the building. Most of the photographs eventually wound up on Ian's museum website but as that's no longer online I have decided to put them here on our club website instead.

​Ian knew of our club and was delighted when I used to tell him about it and how his cars were being admired from across the world. Several members even visited his collection and one - Daniel Bysouth - had a particular connection; the photograph shown above is Ian himself pointing to a highly prized RAC badge kindly sent to him by Dan. Ian was delighted with it and was very keen to show Dan where he had put the badge - "in pride of place", as he told me. To the best of my knowledge it remains there on that beautiful Alvis to this day.
There are several pictures of Ian himself around the museum (he lived on-site) and ​I hope you enjoy seeing them - the collection meant everything to Ian and I am sure he would be happy to know that people can at least enjoy his collection online here, even if most of you can't currently visit in person.
To make it easier to find what interests you most, I have created filters across the top of the page so that with a single click you can view the images you want - usually by selecting a marque.
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Finally, I want to tell you all that whilst his knowledge was extensive, Ian was most definitely not an anorak. He had a wicked sense of humour, loving nothing more than to sneak up on unwary visitors and set off an air horn right behind them, only to whizz away on his mobility scooter cackling like a madman - so whilst browsing the gallery if you should imagine you can hear the ghostly echo of a horn followed by a good-natured chuckle, don't be alarmed. It's only Ian, happy to see you taking an interest in his life's passion.

​Click on the button below to begin.
View the collection
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Enthusiasts 2021 calendar - last chance

9/12/2020

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Our 2021 Enthusiasts Calendar has been a great success with sales in excess of 3 times more than last year and there's still time to grab yours. Don't miss out on your copy - there are just days left to get your order in.
No orders will be taken after December 15; all calendar orders will be printed and despatched before Christmas.
The calendar was beautifully designed and printed by group sponsor Phil Allin of Alvaston Press and features some great photographs of proud member's cars - see above, and below for more. 

Order your copy before it's too late

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New - Enthusiasts Gift Cards

5/12/2020

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Stuck for ideas this Christmas?

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Choosing that special gift can be tricky, even when you already know they're a classic car enthusiast. Now the solution is simple - give them one of our Enthusiasts Gift Cards!
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All you need to do is select the value you want then click on, "Buy Now" - it couldn't be easier! Gift cards can be used as full or part-payment for anything in our shop.
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Enthusiasts Lapel Badge now available

1/12/2020

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We are pleased to bring you this new design custom-made Enthusiasts Lapel Badge featuring our distinctive logo. Like all our merchandise, these are high quality hand-made products.

A perfect present that will look great on your lapel, hat, overalls - in fact anywhere you like!
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Resto Show - New 2021 Dates

1/12/2020

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Message from Clarion Events

We are delighted to announce that Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show, with Discovery, will now take place 11-13 June 2021
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Due to the on-going COVID situation, we feel this new timeline will give us the best opportunity to bring the community together to celebrate the world of classic cars and their restoration journey. While we are still planning on incorporating all the COVID secure measures put in place for the show this year, they are all being implemented in a way that can be scaled back assuming a vaccination programme is well underway.

More details will follow in the new year but we wanted to update you now so you can save these new dates!

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Enthusiasts Grille Badges are back

1/12/2020

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Our high quality Enthusiasts Grille Badges have proven very popular with members and we now have brand new stock available for immediate despatch but we have only 30 - so if you're after one, order now to avoid disappointment.

​Production costs have increased since our last batch - each grille badge now costs £37.49 including UK shipping. To ensure a fair deal for all members, overseas shipping will be discounted by the UK shipping cost.

add an Enthusiasts Lapel/Pin badge to your order

​While stocks of grille badges last we are offering an introductory saving on our new Enthusiasts Premium Lapel/Pin badges - get one for just £2.50 when ordered with each grille badge from stock - the normal price for the new Lapel/Pin badge is £3.99
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    • 2022 >
      • 2022 Classic Motor Show Gallery
      • 2022 Fat Lamb Tour Gallery
      • 2022 NC500 - the Grand Tour of the Scottish Coast Photo Gallery
      • 2022 Glos Vintage & Country Extravaganza Gallery
      • 2022 Best of Yorkshire Tour Gallery
      • 2022 Peak District Revisited Tour Gallery
      • 2022 Gaydon Weekend Gallery
      • 2022 NEC Resto Show Gallery
      • 2022 Forest of Dean Winter Tour Gallery
    • 2021 >
      • 2021 Classic Motor Show Gallery
      • 2021 Fat Lamb Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Welsh Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Jurassic Coast Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Crich Museum & Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Staffs Oatcake Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Boston CCC Show Photo Gallery
    • 2019 >
      • Yorkshire Moors Driving Tour 2019
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC Nov 2019
      • New Forest Driving Tour 2019
      • Gloucester Vintage & Steam Extravaganza Photo Gallery 2019
      • Tour of the Dark Peak Photo Gallery 2019
      • Codgers do the Cotswolds 2019
      • Bubble Car Museum Gallery 2019
      • Brecon Beacons driving tour 2019
      • Morgan Factory tour 2019
      • Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show 2019
    • 2018 >
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC November 2018
      • Isle of Wight Tour 2018
      • Brunel's Somerset Tour Gallery 2018
      • Gloucester Vintage Extravaganza 2018
      • Maesteg Charity Classic Car Show & Driving Tour 2018
      • Bubble Car Museum & Driving Tour 2018
      • Peak District Driving Tour 2018
      • Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show 2018
      • Coventry Transport Museum 2018 >
        • Joel Lodder's 2018 Coventry meet gallery
    • 2017 >
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC November 2017
      • Snowdonia Driving Tour 2017
      • Gloucester Vintage Extravaganza 2017
      • Lupin Farm Charity Car Show 2017
      • The Shackleton Trust 2017
      • Crich Tramway Museum 2017
      • Bubble Car Museum 2017
      • Pride of Longbridge 2017
      • April 2017 Practical Classics Restoration Show (NEC)
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