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Worcester Area News October Review
Posted by Stefan Graham at 11/10/2011 at 09:33 AM under General
October News Review
Well after a fairly hectic August, September calmed down a little, but not much. We had our first 'Drive In Movie Night' and I think I can safely say that it was a success. We did seem to pick the only night that had three torrential rain showers but it didn't put too many people off, in fact it made it all the more cosy underneath the marquee! About 30 people turned up to sit outside and munch their way through hotdogs and popcorn, drink fizzy pop through straws and be entertained by 'The World's Fastest Indian'. Our thanks go to Jean and James who allowed us to use their house for the evening and for supplying the hot chocolate at the end to warm everyone up.
The following day was Beaulieu so a few of us went down to have a trawl through the junk fields, sorry I keep getting that wrong, the ' oh I must have that, it's just what I need to finish off my...' fields. A very pleasant day was had and I must admit that I did buy something whilst I was there, some 80's singles that I just had to have for the jukebox. It was also good to meet up with Tracey and Marcus from the Isle of Wight group who popped over for the day.
We started off October in a very familiar way to the group, a trip down to the Old Station at Tintern to enjoy the glorious weather with a BBQ. We joined up with a few of the Gloucester group and took our chairs and cool boxes for probably their last outing of the year. A very pleasant time was had by all, sitting in the sun, eating and drinking and rounding off the day with an ice cream or two. As I mentioned another fairly typical run out for the group.
We had a good turnout for the monthly meet, they must have heard about the exciting raffle prizes that were on offer but I suspect the lure of sandwiches and chips was probably what reeled them in. I think that about wraps it up for this month so all that's left to say is that if you're looking for something to do on the first Monday of the month, come along to the meet and see what you're missing out on.
Cheers
Vicky
Well after a fairly hectic August, September calmed down a little, but not much. We had our first 'Drive In Movie Night' and I think I can safely say that it was a success. We did seem to pick the only night that had three torrential rain showers but it didn't put too many people off, in fact it made it all the more cosy underneath the marquee! About 30 people turned up to sit outside and munch their way through hotdogs and popcorn, drink fizzy pop through straws and be entertained by 'The World's Fastest Indian'. Our thanks go to Jean and James who allowed us to use their house for the evening and for supplying the hot chocolate at the end to warm everyone up.
The following day was Beaulieu so a few of us went down to have a trawl through the junk fields, sorry I keep getting that wrong, the ' oh I must have that, it's just what I need to finish off my...' fields. A very pleasant day was had and I must admit that I did buy something whilst I was there, some 80's singles that I just had to have for the jukebox. It was also good to meet up with Tracey and Marcus from the Isle of Wight group who popped over for the day.
We started off October in a very familiar way to the group, a trip down to the Old Station at Tintern to enjoy the glorious weather with a BBQ. We joined up with a few of the Gloucester group and took our chairs and cool boxes for probably their last outing of the year. A very pleasant time was had by all, sitting in the sun, eating and drinking and rounding off the day with an ice cream or two. As I mentioned another fairly typical run out for the group.
We had a good turnout for the monthly meet, they must have heard about the exciting raffle prizes that were on offer but I suspect the lure of sandwiches and chips was probably what reeled them in. I think that about wraps it up for this month so all that's left to say is that if you're looking for something to do on the first Monday of the month, come along to the meet and see what you're missing out on.
Cheers
Vicky
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Worcester Area September News Review
Posted by Stefan Graham at 09/09/2011 at 09:10 AM under General
Firstly let me apologise to all of you who thought that the Worcester area had dropped off the earth, unfortunately Stef and Sylv’s last report is still swanning around in cyberspace somewhere and my first report got lost on a beach in Jersey! We have made the most of August in the area but due to various holidays it started late, but in style, with Stafford. Never a group to go hungry we managed to fit in 3 BBQ’s, 3 big breakfasts, various snacklets and 2 party size chocolate cakes! Inbetween we managed to see a few cars, buy some shiny bits, sell some spares and see some old friends – all in all a fine weekend.
August is also the month of the Club BBQ where the Gloucester area very kindly invite the Worcester crew to dinner. So decked out in our best waterproofs and wellies we set out for the wilds of Gloucestershire. However the forecasted heavy downpour didn’t materialise and fortunately the only ones who got wet were the kids who went in the swimming pool. As ever the food was plentiful and the desserts truly mouth-watering, so many thanks to the Gloucester area.
Next on the list was the Webbs Classic Car Show which is always well supported and worth a look. A few members braved the elements and set off around the field to view the wide range of vehicles on display. The Triumphs were out in force with Stags, various TR’s, Spitfires and Dolomites to see amongst the MGs, Rovers, Austins etc. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t kind to the owners and their cleaning kits were being used roughly every thirty minutes!
Bank Holiday Monday brought about a real conundrum for the area members, as the Pershore Plum Fair was on, along with the Bredon Classic Car Show and an area run out to the Elan Valley. The area run out won hands down and 16 cars met up at Leominster for a sunny but bracing run to the dams. Our thanks go to all the members from other areas who joined us, to make this a well supported event, especially Ian Sharrock who hails from the area and met us at the Visitor Centre. As ever sandwiches and cakes were devoured, with the people who had brought flasks of coffee particularly popular!
There were a couple of members left behind due to prior commitments, with one of them being booked in at the Plum Fair. This event is set in the picturesque Abbey grounds and makes a very good day out, with over 500 cars being displayed on the lawns. There are usually some rare gems to be seen, and this year one of the stand out ones was a very pretty blue Austin Atlantic coupe which is one of about 30 left on the road. As the name suggests there were plenty of plums for sale along with jams, chutneys and juices and a very popular farmers market and craft fair. All in all a very pleasent way to pass a Bank Holiday.
The final run in the series was a trip to Bournemouth to have a look at their ‘Classic Cars on the Prom’ event. A small but select band, including some of the Gloucester area, met up just off junction 10 of the M5 and set off for a bimble down to the South coast. After the obligatory lunch stop – roast beef in a local holstery, well it’s local to somebody – we made it down to the sea front. After the usual traditions were upheld i.e. a paddle in the sea, tasting of the seven local ice cream flavours, and fish ‘n’ chips washed down by hot chocolate, we all piled into the cars for the trip back home. Whilst the run down was in dry weather with occasional blue skies, the trip back was a bit different with the heavens opening just before we hit Swindon and stopping about 12 hours later!
As you can see, our trips appear to revolve around food, drink (non-alcoholic for the drivers of course) and giving the cars a good run, which is not far from the truth. So if any of you out there have a spare couple of hours on the first Monday of the month, feel free to pop over to our meetings, have some sandwiches and chips. Go on join us for the next one!
If you can’t make it but would like some more information please e-mail as follows:
Technical queries – Barry Minett-Smith - bminett-smith@blueyonder.co.uk (please include a contact phone number in the mail for a reply)
Any other club queries – Vicky Kitchen – vickydredge@yahoo.com
Until next month.
Vicky
Sat 8th / Sun 9th Oct – Malvern Autojumble, Three Counties Showground
Sun 9th Oct – Severn Valley Railway – Classic Car and Bike Show
Sun 16th Oct – Severn Bridges run out
August is also the month of the Club BBQ where the Gloucester area very kindly invite the Worcester crew to dinner. So decked out in our best waterproofs and wellies we set out for the wilds of Gloucestershire. However the forecasted heavy downpour didn’t materialise and fortunately the only ones who got wet were the kids who went in the swimming pool. As ever the food was plentiful and the desserts truly mouth-watering, so many thanks to the Gloucester area.
Next on the list was the Webbs Classic Car Show which is always well supported and worth a look. A few members braved the elements and set off around the field to view the wide range of vehicles on display. The Triumphs were out in force with Stags, various TR’s, Spitfires and Dolomites to see amongst the MGs, Rovers, Austins etc. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t kind to the owners and their cleaning kits were being used roughly every thirty minutes!
Bank Holiday Monday brought about a real conundrum for the area members, as the Pershore Plum Fair was on, along with the Bredon Classic Car Show and an area run out to the Elan Valley. The area run out won hands down and 16 cars met up at Leominster for a sunny but bracing run to the dams. Our thanks go to all the members from other areas who joined us, to make this a well supported event, especially Ian Sharrock who hails from the area and met us at the Visitor Centre. As ever sandwiches and cakes were devoured, with the people who had brought flasks of coffee particularly popular!
There were a couple of members left behind due to prior commitments, with one of them being booked in at the Plum Fair. This event is set in the picturesque Abbey grounds and makes a very good day out, with over 500 cars being displayed on the lawns. There are usually some rare gems to be seen, and this year one of the stand out ones was a very pretty blue Austin Atlantic coupe which is one of about 30 left on the road. As the name suggests there were plenty of plums for sale along with jams, chutneys and juices and a very popular farmers market and craft fair. All in all a very pleasent way to pass a Bank Holiday.
The final run in the series was a trip to Bournemouth to have a look at their ‘Classic Cars on the Prom’ event. A small but select band, including some of the Gloucester area, met up just off junction 10 of the M5 and set off for a bimble down to the South coast. After the obligatory lunch stop – roast beef in a local holstery, well it’s local to somebody – we made it down to the sea front. After the usual traditions were upheld i.e. a paddle in the sea, tasting of the seven local ice cream flavours, and fish ‘n’ chips washed down by hot chocolate, we all piled into the cars for the trip back home. Whilst the run down was in dry weather with occasional blue skies, the trip back was a bit different with the heavens opening just before we hit Swindon and stopping about 12 hours later!
As you can see, our trips appear to revolve around food, drink (non-alcoholic for the drivers of course) and giving the cars a good run, which is not far from the truth. So if any of you out there have a spare couple of hours on the first Monday of the month, feel free to pop over to our meetings, have some sandwiches and chips. Go on join us for the next one!
If you can’t make it but would like some more information please e-mail as follows:
Technical queries – Barry Minett-Smith - bminett-smith@blueyonder.co.uk (please include a contact phone number in the mail for a reply)
Any other club queries – Vicky Kitchen – vickydredge@yahoo.com
Until next month.
Vicky
Sat 8th / Sun 9th Oct – Malvern Autojumble, Three Counties Showground
Sun 9th Oct – Severn Valley Railway – Classic Car and Bike Show
Sun 16th Oct – Severn Bridges run out
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Worcester Area July News
Posted by Stefan Graham at 05/07/2011 at 02:57 PM under General
Worcester Area July Meeting News
The glorious weather of the 4th July extended into the evening, which brought out most of the Worcester Area members and plenty of club cars - even including an MG and Merc convertible! We were also joined by several members of the Birmingham TR group in their TRs and 1 Vermillion Spitfire 1500, which, as the Tango Twins were in attendance made them into Tango Triplets for the night! Thankfully we were able to hold the whole of the meeting outdoors because of the warm evening.
Sylv and I were pleased to see the return of several members from their holidays and some members who we had not seen for some time, but generally a very good turnout. However, as the evening progressed we became aware that the numbers attending was not just a coincidence and someone (Vicky?) had something to do with it, as this was the last meeting we would be acting as Area Organiser and Raffle Dolly. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the kind comments and the generous gifts that were presented to us, which was very unexpected.
Unfortunately, some might say, this is the not the last you will see of us. Although I am no longer able to act as AO, we both intend to continue supporting the club and attend as many meetings and events as we can.
I am pleased to report that Vicky and Barry have agreed to undertake the role of AO between them so that the Area can continue. We are both confident that with Barry’s experience, Vicky’s enthusiasm, and the support from members, the Area can continue to flourish.
Regarding events, Richard Dredge has agreed to organise the Elan Valley run again this year. It will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 29th August. Further details will be available at the August meeting or contact Richard.
Dates for your diary:
Events marked (*) attended by Area
1st Aug - Monthly meeting*
7th Aug - Walsall Classic Car Show
12th, 13th & 14th Aug - Hanbury Steam Fayre
20th, 21st,& 22nd Aug - International Family Weekend, Stafford
29th Aug - Elan Valley Run *
4th Sept - Himley Hall Classic Car Show (Dudley)
See you all soon.
Stef
The glorious weather of the 4th July extended into the evening, which brought out most of the Worcester Area members and plenty of club cars - even including an MG and Merc convertible! We were also joined by several members of the Birmingham TR group in their TRs and 1 Vermillion Spitfire 1500, which, as the Tango Twins were in attendance made them into Tango Triplets for the night! Thankfully we were able to hold the whole of the meeting outdoors because of the warm evening.
Sylv and I were pleased to see the return of several members from their holidays and some members who we had not seen for some time, but generally a very good turnout. However, as the evening progressed we became aware that the numbers attending was not just a coincidence and someone (Vicky?) had something to do with it, as this was the last meeting we would be acting as Area Organiser and Raffle Dolly. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the kind comments and the generous gifts that were presented to us, which was very unexpected.
Unfortunately, some might say, this is the not the last you will see of us. Although I am no longer able to act as AO, we both intend to continue supporting the club and attend as many meetings and events as we can.
I am pleased to report that Vicky and Barry have agreed to undertake the role of AO between them so that the Area can continue. We are both confident that with Barry’s experience, Vicky’s enthusiasm, and the support from members, the Area can continue to flourish.
Regarding events, Richard Dredge has agreed to organise the Elan Valley run again this year. It will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 29th August. Further details will be available at the August meeting or contact Richard.
Dates for your diary:
Events marked (*) attended by Area
1st Aug - Monthly meeting*
7th Aug - Walsall Classic Car Show
12th, 13th & 14th Aug - Hanbury Steam Fayre
20th, 21st,& 22nd Aug - International Family Weekend, Stafford
29th Aug - Elan Valley Run *
4th Sept - Himley Hall Classic Car Show (Dudley)
See you all soon.
Stef