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.

by Gar Cole

by Gar Cole.

I think it's fair to say that 2019's Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show has been our most successful to date, despite having one of the smaller pitches compared to the past. We crammed it with 5 diverse and fabulous vehicles; I saw people show every emotion from surprise, delight, envy and appreciation, you just couldn't ignore the stand.

Massive thanks to the 5 vehicles owners Paul Green, John Dickson, Mick Taylor, Nick Arthur and Tosh and Gus Brooks. You guys gave brilliant support all weekend from setting up to chatting with the public, special thanks also to Phil Allin, Gill Taylor, Lincoln hunt , Ian Woodward and Bernard Owen for helping with setting up and manning the stand. It was a lovely and genuine surprise when our stand won it's first award for the collection of vehicles the judges would most like to take home. A big thanks to Dave Youngs at Lancaster for all your support.

Last but definitely not least our head admin Paul Sweeney who does a lot behind the scenes folks never see, helping me with the show forms and emails from the different departments as well as managing the website and online shop, and of course my fellow 'fat bloke' Mike Peake for his tireless support and enthusiasm for these show, it was a team effort and we nailed it!😀

by Gar Cole

by Gar Cole

From Portland Bill the convoy will take a different route back to Charmouth via Cerne Abbas, Maiden Newton, Beaminster and a refreshment stop at the Half Moon at Netherbury. Beautiful country roads, quaint villages and great scenery with endless photo opportunities.

Upon returning to Charmouth we will park in the secure beach car park. A cooking permit has been acquired to have a BBQ and dinner on the grass land surrounding the beach. Food will be cooked by my brother who is a Charmouth native and an excellent cook; you're all welcome to join us.

This is a joint meet with our sister group Pre Millennial Motor Vehicles group; hope to see you there.

by Gar Cole

We have once again been offered a club stand at next March's Restoration Show at the NEC. It is easily our largest stand to date at a whopping 142 sq mt, which means we should have room for up to 8 display vehicles. On top of that we are right next to the live action at the Sporting Bears Dream Rides in Hall 5, stand 060.

We are looking now for members' classics to display on our stand.
​Here is the deal if yours is selected:

• You must make your own arrangements to transport your vehicle to and from the NEC at your own expense
• You must be present to help set up on the Thursday and close down on Sunday
• You will be rostered to man the stand for at least one day of the show 
• You will receive 2 free entry wristbands for each day of the show
• You will receive a free parking pass for your modern vehicle (if required)
• Insurance cover for your vehicle whilst at the show (if required) is your own responsibility
• Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles Built Before 1985 cannot accept liability for loss or damage to your vehicle during the event however caused - participation is strictly at your own risk

We realise this is a major commitment in time, money and effort but will do our best to make you feel welcome and part of the team. Those who have displayed previously tell us it was a great experience.

​If you are happy with the terms above, please complete the form below including at least one high quality photo of your classic. Make it a good one as its likely to be "make or break" in terms of whether your classic is chosen.

ENTRIES CLOSE midnight GMT 31 December 2018

Following on from the success of the Jaguar tour and by popular request the group will be making an official visit to the Morgan Motors Factory in Malvern. You will see arguably the last true British car company still employing traditional construction methods and it should be fascinating.

We have picked the 22nd February to help break up the long dark winter ahead, plus with onsite parking and restaurant it doesn't matter if the weather is poor.

Priced at a very reasonable £24.50 per adult + £1 fees and processing.

• Friday, 22 February 2019 from 11:00-13:30 GMT
• Pickersleigh Road, Great Malvern, WR14 2LL

Please note we are making a group booking, so you will not receive an individual ticket - all you will need is the confirmation email issued when you purchase your place(s).

by Gar Cole

The line up is taking shape for our stand at this November's classic Motor show with Discovery. Let me introduce the stars:

• 1928 Morris pickup owned by Matt Harris
• 1948 Rover 16 six light saloon owned by Alan Crown
• 1958 Standard Pennant owned by the Brooks Brothers
• 1962 Morris Minor owned by Bernard Owen
• 1966 Crayford convertible mini owned by John & Elaine Fisher
• 1952 Hillman Minx owned by Dale Scutter
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Come and see them all on our stand in Hall 8!

by Gar Cole

Roll up, Roll up, it's ' Treasure Hunt ' time. I recently arranged to have our group name painted on an important piece of British history, immortalising our group into the future and possibly long after were gone,

Can you guess what this is and where it's located?

In one week's time, we will stop taking orders for our very popular grille badges and the order will go to the manufacturer. This may very well be the final batch, so we suggest everyone treats this as the last chance to get one of these high quality badges - once the order's gone in, we cannot add more.

Call 0844 858 6758 or book online at www.necrestorationshow.com
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Club Members benefit from discounted tickets on Saturday 24th or Sunday 25th March if booked in advance – see the show advert for promotion codes and T&Cs on our Facebook page here: www.facebook.com/events/108847486491129

For a taste of what to expect on our club stand in Hall 5, just click here: www.britishmotorvehicles.com/events-archive/practical-classics-classic-car-restoration-show-with-discovery-march-2018

We are taking orders now for the 2nd (and possibly final) batch of our high quality grille badges. An order will be placed at the end of this month and there may well be no more after that, so if you want one - get your order in now before it's too late!

by Paul Sweeney and Gar Cole

Please remember:

Grille badges are NOT held in stock - they are manufactured to order, which takes time. We anticipate approx 8-12 weeks from the date a batch order is placed with the manufacturer which will be on or after 2 April 2018.

by Paul Sweeney & Gar Cole

You might already be aware that we are delighted to have a stand at the Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show with Discovery in March 2018.

The selection process for vehicles to display on our stand is already well in hand and purely for logistical reasons this tends to limit us to UK-based members vehicles, but this year we want to involve our global membership too. How? Well, we have decided to acquire a display board for our stand, so the plan is to display the best quality overseas members' vehicle photos on it.

So, we want great quality photos of non-UK members' pre-85 British motors to show on the wall to demonstrate to the show-going public, organisers and judges that our membership is genuinely global. 

​Send 'em in if you're proud of your Brit!

Our 2017 calendars were very popular and the 2018 version featuring our competition winners cars is now available in the shop! Priced at just £8.99 + shipping, they make a fantastic Christmas present for the classic car fan in your life. Why not order two and have one for yourself as well? 

Visit our online shop to order yours.