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Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Scottish Military Vehicle Group Weekend
Monkton Services on the A77 / A78 junction
Our run will start on Friday 26th with the muster point being the Monkton Services on the A77 / A78 junction. Our route will then take us over the Erskine Bridge on to the A82 and North up Loch Lomond side to Tyndrum, through Glen Coe, over the Ballachulish Bridge to Fort William. From Fort William, still on the A82 and past the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge to Invergarry, then taking the A87 to Shiel Bridge. From here we take the Old Military Road to Glen Elg and the ferry to Kylerhea on Skye for our first overnight stop. Saturday will be spent on Skye before returning South on Sunday via an alternative route.
Anyone who wishes can join us for either the whole run or for any part of the route.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it day - Cold War Classics
Alice Park, Bath BA1 7BL
The owner of the Cafe in the Park, has invited Wartburg Trabant IFA Club members to display their vehicles at his family-friendly cafe. After a coffee or a late breakfast the assembly will head out for a road run, possibly taking in a visit to the Motor Museum in Calne.
For more information please email [email protected]
28
Apr
2019
Drive it day - Scottish Submarine Centre
Helensburgh G84 8UN
The route will commence at this new attraction (with a cold war interest). From there the road run will head north up the A818 joining the A82, stopping off at Luss Filling station next to Loch Lomond to fill up and take photographs. The run will continue up the west side of Loch Lomond through Tarbet to the famous Green Welly for a relaxed lunch and impromptu car (and bike) show. The total route is just under 40 miles.
For more information please email [email protected]
28
Apr
2019
Drive it day - The 750 Motor Club (Brooklands Centre)
Cobham Park Farm, Downside Road, Cobham, KT11 3ND
9am onwards
The 750 Motor Club (Brooklands Centre) will organise the "Cobham Drive it Day Austin Seven Car Trial".
For more information please contact Colin Weeks on 01483 721760 or via email on [email protected]
28
Apr
2019
Drive it day - The Classic Motor Hub
The Classic Motor Hub, RAF Bibury, Cotswolds
Between 10am and 1pm
Come and meet fellow likeminded enthusiasts. Pre-registration is a must, so please visit the website for more details and a registration form.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - West Berkshire Classic Vehicle Club
West Berkshire Brewery, Yattendon, Berkshire, RG18 OXT
10:30am to 6pm
Please come and join the West Berkshire Classic Vehicle Club for their second Drive it Day event at the West BerkshireBrewery.Last year’s event attracted over 100 classic vehicles. The day includes a self-paced tour of the local countryside, specialist classic garage tour and is hosted at local award-winning brewery serving hot and cold food, with brewery tap.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Hightone Restorations
Hightone Restorations, Hopcrofts Holt, Steeple Aston, OX25 5QQ
We are a small vintage and classic restoration workshop located at Hopcrofts Holt near Bicester. We would really like to support Drive it Day by opening up our workshop and providing a tea and biscuit pit stop! We have a large workshop with a wide selection of historic cars, everything from a 1908 Rolls through to a Honda S800 we also have a large carpark with great access for all sorts of vehicles.
www.hightone.co.uk
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Midlands Austin 7 Club
Cotswolds
10am until around 3.30pm
Commencing at Broadway and finishing in Honeybourne having been fortified by lunch in a welcoming watering hole somewhere along the route. Route will be around 60-70 miles long.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Sunday Scramble - SOLD OUT
Bicester Heritage, Buckingham Road, Bicester, OX26 5HA
9:00am until 4:00pm
Our former RAF Technical Site springs to life with a unique mix of vehicles brought by enthusiasts from all over the UK to visit this beautiful location. The specialist businesses of Bicester Heritage throw open the doors to their workshops, showrooms and offices, revealing an ever-changing display of magnificent vehicles from every decade.
Tickets: Advance, discounted, Scramble tickets are now available online only. Tickets will not be available on the gate on the day. https://bicesterheritage.co.uk/?ticket=sunday-scramble-tickets
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Cestrian Motoring Enthusiasts Group
Near Queensferry Deeside for 9.30am Breakfast (pre booking breakfast needed)
9am
After breakfast we will be taking a drive through the lanes of north east Wales and Cheshire to the Secret bunker near Nantwich, the drive will be approximately 30 miles one way and taking in some interesting villages for photo shoots, ending in a tour of Hack Green secret bunker (Entry fee applies).
There are limited places available, and pre booking is essential, so this will be on a first come basis.
John Hoare via [email protected]
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Devon Vintage Car Club
Endsleigh Garden Centre, near Ivybridge, just off the A38
10:00am until 1:00pm
All are welcome, no booking necessary, no entry fee but the Devon Vintage Car Club do make a collection for their chosen charity and that of the garden centre.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Atwell Wilson Motor Museum
The Atwell Wilson Motor Museum, Stockley Lane, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 0NF
Open all day to welcome any vehicles from the North Wiltshire, South Gloucestershire areas etc
Tea and cakes will be available and all classic vehicle owners are welcome. Visitors will also be able to visit the Museum to ensure a fascinating day.
01249 813119
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Wartburg Trabant IFA Club UK
Alice Park, Bath (BA1 7BL)
‘Cars in the Park’ will see a gathering of Cold War Classics at the Cafe in the Park. The owner has invited Wartburg Trabant IFA Club members to display their vehicles at his family-friendly cafe. After a coffee or a late breakfast the assembly will head out for a road run, possibly taking in a visit to the Motor Museum in Calne.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - GVRS
Destination is the N.T.S. property, Castle Fraser, Sauchen AB51 7LD
From: Aberdeen Beach Esplanade. Departure at 10:00am.
Owners are welcome to join the Run whether they are members of the Club or not.
Line up along the Esplanade from the Beach Ballroom.
If we all point south and park at an angle this should make departing easier.
The GVRS Run will set off at 10:00 along the Esplanade to the Beach Boulevard. At the roundabout take the second exit onto West North Street. At the lights Turn Left onto King Street then onto Union Street and Holburn Street. At the roundabout take the second exit onto Great Southern Road and keep going until you cross the Dee bridge. Turn right and continue to the roundabout at the Bridge of Dee. Take the second exit onto Leggart Terrace and continue onto the South Deeside Road. At the junction turn right and cross over the Dee at Durris Bridge. Turn Left at the junction. Continue to the Royal Deeside Railway Visitor Centre at Milton of Crathes, ½ mile on the left. The Society has kindly opened their Carriage Restaurant for us again so that we can have a coffee and tour of their centre. There is the option of taking a 20 min. train journey at 11:00. Cost is £7.50 each (Group Discount)
At 11:30 we leave the site and turn left. After 1.3 miles Turn Right into Hill of Banchory West Road. Continue for 0.3 miles and Turn Right signposted Hirn and Echt. Continue to the junction with the B977. Turn right. After 1 mile Turn Left onto the B977. At Echt crossroads go straight ahead. At Dunecht Turn Right then Left (sign for Castle Fraser). After 0.3 miles Turn Left and follow the signs for the Castle. There will be limited catering available so packed lunches are suggested.
Take a tour to the Castle and have a walk around the gardens. The N.T.S. has gone to some effort to prepare for our visit so please make use of their attractions.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - The 1100 Club
Kempton Steam Engine, Snakey Lane, Hanworth, Middlesex, TW13 6XH (TW13 7ND for satnav)
Between 9.30am and 10.15am
Show closes: 4pm
Admission: £5 per car to include museum entry
Refreshments: Cafe in museum selling tea, coffee and homemade cakes
[email protected] or telephone 07779 871665
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Hagerty’s Drive it Day Tour 2019
Starting at Tuthill Porsche near Banbury
70 mile run through Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire before arriving at our destination, Bicester Heritage. The route finishes in the midst of the Sunday Scramble at Bicester Heritage; to ease entry into Bicester Heritage we will have a fast track entry system that will direct you straight into the event hangar which we will have exclusive use of for the day. Spaces are limited to 100 cars.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - The Classic Motor Hub
The Classic Motor Hub, RAF Bibury, Cotswolds
Between 10:00am and 1:00pm
Come and meet fellow likeminded enthusiasts. Pre-registration is a must, so please visit the website for more details and a registration form.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - JWMC (John Woods Motorcare Customers) Motoring Club
Breakfast at Chocks Away Diner (Hawarden Airport). We will then be heading out to the National Waterways Museum (Ellesmere Port).
Please make enquires before turning up!
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - Jaguar Enthusiasts Club Devon
Devon Drive to Combe Martin
Meet at 9.45am for a 10am start
Scenic drive to the Sandy Cove Hotel for a three course lunch which will be served on arrival.
£22 per head, with a £10 deposit per head to be paid in advance. Confirmation of attendance must be made by 22 April.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - East Anglia Lotus Club - Norfolk/Suffolk Run
Meet at the Mere car park next to The Park Hotel at Diss (IP22 4LE)
10.00am departure
First we will take the short journey to ASMotorsport, Fersfield Road, Bressingham (IP22 2AP). This is an ASM open day and it is understood they are kindly offering refreshments to visitors. This will be an opportunity to see an example close up of the ASM R1 Le Mans which ASM produce as a hand built replicas of the iconic Aston Martin DBR1 Le Mans so cheque books at the ready! Aston Martin owner David Brown achieved his aim of winning Le Mans with his team of three DBR1 cars of which only five were ever made. To learn more, go to http://www.asmotorsport.co.uk/index.html It is anticipated our ASM visit may be in the region of one hour after which we will drive to the Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum.
The Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum at Flixton near Bungay (NR35 1NZ) is a popular venue especially for aviation enthusiasts with numerous aircraft on display and an extensive museum to view. There is plenty of off-road parking available, subject to how busy it is. On this particular occasion it is a 1940's themed day with an RAF Battle Of Britain flypast planned. With so much to see it is anticipated our visit here may be up to two hours. To learn more go to https://www.aviationmuseum.net/ The premises also conveniently stand adjacent to the Buck Inn Freehouse (NR35 1NZ tel. 01986 892382) which serves lunches etc.
Finally, we will make our way via a cross country journey to the Breckland Stag carvery and restaurant, (off the A11) London Road, Attleborough (NR17 1AY, Tel. 01953 455202) where a late lunch or afternoon tea can be taken.
As previously advised, in total the approximate event mileage covered should be around 45 from the Diss Mere car park.
Secretary 07713 355646 ([email protected]) or Chairman 07796 528329.
28
Apr
2019
Drive it Day - East Anglia Lotus Club - Suffolk/Essex Run
Meet at Tesco
9.45am departure
Leave Tesco Car Park for Braxted Park CM8 3EN for Bacon Butties, Hot/cold drink, look at other classics there. 11.30 leave Braxted Park for Road Trip via the A131 to the A1017 through Sible Hedingham and then the A1092 to Clare Castle. The route is about 25 miles and takes approx. 55 mins. There is a Tea Room at Clare Castle (the old railway station) where snacks and hot drinks can be purchased http://clarecastlecountrypark.co.uk/platform-one-cafe/ . 16.00 Leave Clare Castle and drive to the Half Moon Inn, Belchamp St Paul CO10 7DP http://www.halfmoonbelchamp.co.uk/ for early evening meal.
Secretary 07713 355646 ([email protected]) or Chairman 07796 528329.
15
Sep
2019
Footman James Coffee & Chrome Event
Chateau Impney, Droitwich
Attendance more than doubled between the first and second meets, so capacity will once again be capped to 500 vehicles. The Footman James team opens the gates from 9am to a huge variety of interesting machinery, including vintage, classics, supercars, bikes and military, ensuring that there is something to interest everyone – including a free bacon sandwich on entry (a maximum of two per car).
“We can’t wait to once again fill the iconic Chateau Impney venue with an extraordinarily diverse range of vehicles,” said David Bond, Footman James Managing Director. “We were staggered by the turn-out for our previous meetings, with visitors enjoying the all-marques policy where million-pound Aston Martins rub shoulders with early-80s hot hatch heroes. We are proud that Coffee & Chrome is rapidly becoming a ‘must attend’ date in enthusiasts’ diaries.”
There is no segmentation at the meeting, which encourages a fascinating mix of vehicles, complemented by a small selection of traders and club displays. Due to previous high demand, Footman James encourages those interested in attending the meeting to secure their place via its website www.footmanjames.co.uk/blog/coffee-chrome-september-2019. Places are strictly offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
For further information about Footman James, please contact 0333 207 6255 or visit footmanjames.co.uk.
22
Sep
2019
Basingstoke MG Owners Club Doughnut Run
Milestones Museum, Basingstoke Leisure Park, Churchill Way West, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG
Registration is from 9.30 a.m.
Our FAMOUS delicious doughnuts will be available, yet again, with a tea or a coffee, included in your entrance fee, as you register and on your return there will be a cream tea available at a mere £5.00 per head, which you must book when you return your entry form. You will also receive a plaque to display on your vehicle. As always there will be stopping points en route if you wish to have lunch or brunch or just a break.
Our charity this year is CARDIAC REHAB.
To obtain an entry form please email [email protected]
16
Mar
2020
Drive it Day - Atwell Wilson Motor Museum
Wiltshire, SN11 0NF
10am until 4pm
Free to show vehicle, usual £7 entry to the Museum.
Note: Circumstances may be altered in the light of Health advice – please check on the Saturday beforehand that the event is still on!
Michael Bennett 01249 813119
04
Jul
2021
05
Sep
2021
Commercial Transport in Preservation Autumn Road Run
Salisbury Livestock Market, Netherhampton, SALISBURY Wiltshire SP2 8RH
assemble 9.30am for move off 10.30am
Details: A relaxed event for all types of commercial vehicles over 20 years old. Route approximately 65 miles.
Entry fee £3 for members [£5 for non-members]
Late Entry Fee: Members £5 [Non Members £10]
Mary Bailey 07518 071 092 [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive It Day 2022
Drive It Day 2022
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Wolseley Register
The Fat Lamb Country Inn, Cumbria
All weekend
Using the Fat Lamb as a base the Wolseley Register members will be driving circular road routes into the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District and Westmoreland Dales. On Drive it Day itself the members will be visiting the Lakeland Motor Museum.
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - The Classic Motor Hub
Bibury
11am to 2pm
Drive It Day is a highly-regarded fixture on the British motoring calendar, and has been running since 2005!
At The Classic Motor Hub we invite you to join us on April 24th 11am-2pm in creating awareness of classic cars and supporting the historic vehicle movement to keep transport heritage on UK roads. We will also be joining the FBHVC in raising money for Childline, so please bring cash to donate on the day!
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 our 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.
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 pre- registering. 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 us to be put on the reserve list. Any registrations received that do not qualify will be refunded!
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Windsor, Berkshire
Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
10am – 3.30pm
DO YOU OWN A CLASSIC VEHICLE?
DRIVE IT TO CASTLE VIEW WINDSOR ON ‘DRIVE IT DAY’ AND SUPPORT THE NSPCC
• Sunday 24 April – coffee and cakes available from 10am – 3.30pm
• Open to those participating in the national Drive It Day event run by the Federation of British Historical Vehicle Clubs
• Coffee stop at Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
• To join in, drivers can purchase a ‘Drive It Day’ car plaque from just £10 at https://www.driveitday.co.uk/shop
For those with a treasured classic car, National Drive It Day is one of the first opportunities after the long winter to get it out for a run, and Castle View is providing a ‘coffee stop’ for participants to build into their itinerary.
Just a mile from the centre of Windsor, and easily accessed from the M4, Windsor Great Park, Legoland and Ascot, Castle View will be open to participants of the event, and those keen to look at some classic cars.
“As great classic car enthusiasts ourselves, we thought it would be fun to host a coffee stop for anyone in the West London, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey areas to get their old vehicles out. There’s no knowing what sort of vehicles will be here on the day, but we are hoping to have a London Routemaster bus, a Masey Ferguson tractor and an assortment of classic sports and saloon cars,” says Robin Hughes, CEO of Castle View.
National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) in 2005. It is the occasion when historic vehicle enthusiasts and the public at large have the opportunity to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention, the motor vehicle. It’s also a chance to raise awareness and support amongst the public for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads, while also raising funds for the NSPCC’s Childline.
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Hagerty UK HQ run to Bicester Heritage Scramble with Mike Brewer
Towcester
The 2022 Hagerty event season starts with a special 100-car Drive It Day run to the Hagerty sponsored Bicester Heritage Scramble event, taking place on Sunday 24th April, with TV Wheeler Dealer, Mike Brewer.
Mike will participate in the event driving a classic Porsche, meeting fellow drivers and guests for cars and coffee at Hagerty’s Northamptonshire Headquarters before heading to the sold-out April Scramble at Bicester Heritage.
Starting at Hagerty’s UK Headquarters near Towcester, just a few miles from Silverstone circuit, there will be an opportunity to enjoy 100 classic vehicles in a cars and coffee environment before drivers assemble to head towards the Hagerty-sponsored April Scramble at Bicester Heritage. Upon arrival, Hagerty will provide private on-site parking for the entire day.
While the April Scramble event is already sold-out, Hagerty, a sponsor of Bicester Heritage Scramble and Scramblers events, will guarantee entry to all Drive it Day run participants making this a unique opportunity for classic car enthusiasts who may have missed out on a ticket.
100 drive slots are available, providing each entrant with free tea and coffee, entry to the sold-out Bicester Heritage Sunday Scramble, and all-day Hagerty private parking. Drivers may also donate £10 to the NSPCC by purchasing a Drive it Day run plaque when registering.
Places are strictly limited to 100 cars, and will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Those who reserve a place will receive an email to confirm their entry. To register for a space, drivers must complete a form. Please see here:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/138550bf3fcd4d6f8150d438f5b8ab55
Drive it Day is an annual event organised by the Federation of British Historical Vehicle Clubs which was first introduced in 2005. Drive It Day remembers the 1000 Mile Trial, originally organised by the Royal Automobile Club in 1900, which started in London and followed a route through the UK before heading back to the capital.
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Tamar Historic Transport Club
Engine House Cafe, Padstow
9.15am
We will meet at The Engine House cafe for breakfast at 9.15 for a 10.15 departure which should get us to Padstow at around 11.15. I have reserved parking at Padstow, alongside the harbour and as usual this area will be coned off for us. If you do not want to eat a breakfast, then just turn up in time for the 10.15 departure. I have also arranged with the Padstow lifeboat committee to have their shop open on the day and for collecting buckets to be placed near our cars. If we could encourage people looking at our cars to put a little cash in the buckets this would be a big help.
Please contact Dave Fry to book your place
Dave Fry - [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - British Motor Museum
British Motor Museum, Gaydon, CV35 0BJ
Reserved parking in front of the Museum will be available for those vehicles taking part in Drive It Day and visitors are welcome to view the vehicles outside or pay to enter the Museum and café. Pre-booking is advised as it offers best value, participants can use the discount code ‘DRIVEITDAY’ to receive £2 off Museum entry or pay full price and get an annual pass at no additional cost. British Motor Museum Members, Premium Members and Annual Pass Holders enter for free.
01926 895300
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Bicester Scramble
Bicester Heritage
9am to 4pm
Ticket only Event
Join us from 9am until 4pm, as we open the doors to Bicester Heritage, and explore the best-preserved WW2 RAF Bomber Station in the country. Our April Scramble promises you the chance to experience historic motoring at its best, through a curated display of classic cars, open workshop doors and lots of surprises for the family along the way.
Family and dog friendly, the Scramble is a wonderful way to while away the weekend hours in the company of some spectacular machines, in a COVID-compliant setting.
Don't forget, our ever-popular Autojumble will be back in the Hangar too, offering a range of automotive memorabilia and delights.
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING AND DISPLAYING YOUR VEHICLE?
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Kent TN8 7AD
11am to 4pm
Meet fellow enthusiasts and swap motoring stories and admire a fabulous collection of classic cars. Park your motor on the lawn with Chiddingstone Castle as your backdrop. All historic marques welcome (pre-1980). All classic cars will be guided on to the lawns (subject to ground conditions).
Things to do on the day:
Enjoy the scenic drive through the beautiful Kentish Countryside to get to Chiddingstone Castle - We can all make a huge difference to Childline by supporting Drive It Day with official 2022 Rally Plates raising funds and awareness for such a valuable charity.
Park on the lawn and enjoy discounted house entry and the grounds - secure your special parking and visit the house with its intriguing collections.
Wander the enchanting grounds, lakeside and woodlands.
Bring along additional classic car passengers and receive discounted house entry.
Sit down to a cream tea and much more in the Tea Room & Courtyard. By a cream tea now or on the day.
Bring your blanket and chairs to watch and listen to Live Jazz at the Orangery 2.30pm to 4.30pm. The highly-acclaimed Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra will perform familiar jazz and jazz-funk numbers for your delight. Tickets £12 adults £5 Under 18s. Buy now or on the day.
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Gay Classic Car Group
start -Teal Café, London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RS
8.30am onwards
We have been invited to join our friends in the Southeast region for this year’s Drive It Day, for a drive through The Garden of England.
The day starts with a breakfast meet at The Teal Café between Hildenborough and Sevenoaks. The café is conveniently located just a few hundred metres from the Hildenborough/A225/B245 junction on the A21, itself only 5 miles from the M25 at junction 5 (Sevenoaks/M26).
The Teal Café is rapidly earning itself a great reputation locally for serving high quality, locally sourced food.
Leaving the Teal Café, we wend our way through the Kent countryside and head to the Romney Marsh Wartime Collection at Brenzett, arriving there in time for lunch and leaving plenty of time to enjoy everything the museum has to offer.
RAF Brenzett opened in September 1943 with two Sommerfeld tracking runways and was originally home to the Spitfires of 122 Squadron. The museum itself is in what had formerly been the Women’s Land Army barracks and displays a variety of planes and other second world war memorabilia.
The drive is around 45-50 miles on mostly single carriageway A and B roads.
Brenzett is then an easy 11-mile A road drive from the M20 at Ashford.
Event registration
So that each venue can ensure adequate staffing levels and food orders, members wishing to join us for this event are required to register by Friday 8 April. You can register by email, to Graham, with an indication of how many will be in your party.
Information for the day
Breakfast
Teal Café, London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RS.
Please arrive between 8.30 & 9.00am. The café is opening earlier than usual to accommodate us.
Please park in the gravel car park to the right of the café as you look at it - to the north of the building.
A menu is available on the Food and Drink pages of their website.
Drive
Details of the route will be provided.
Of course, you may prefer to follow your satnav for the quickest/most direct route.
Lunch/afternoon
The Romney Marsh Wartime Collection, Ivychurch Road, Brenzett, Romney Marsh, TN29 0EE
The Dispersal Hut Café at the museum offers a selection of teas, coffees, sandwiches, cakes, cream teas etc.
Entrance to the museum is £5 per head (£4 concessions) with last admission at 3.30pm, an hour ahead of closing time.
Dogs are not permitted at the museum, with the exception of guide dogs.
Further information about the museum can be found on their website.
The museum is a charity and run by volunteers.
Graham - [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Ride it Day - National Motorcycle Museum
National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, B92 0EJ
8.30am to 5.30pm
This year’s new “Ride it Day” is taking place on Sunday 24/04/22, and The National Motorcycle Museum is supporting the event as offering ourselves as a “destination point”. All you have to do is purchase a “Ride It Plate” from www.driveitday.co.uk/shop and ride to the museum on the 24th of April to meet up with fellow participants. Not only this, but by taking part you will be supporting Childline, who are the event’s chosen charity.
Supporter Carl Fogarty stated “‘Last year people from the motorbike community came together and helped raise over £40,000 for the NSPCC’s Childline Service by taking part in the annual Drive It Day. For the first time ever, we now have our very own Ride It Day. This April, you can buy a Ride It Day Rally Plate for just £10.00 and ride out with friends, or join an organised event, and once again help support vulnerable children and young people across the UK. Visit the FBHVC website for more details on Drive It Day or head to www.driveitday.co.uk/shop today to order your rally plate and to sign up to take part this April. Let’s get these children the support they need and raise as much money as we can for Childline!”
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Wigton Motor Club
Dalemain
11am to 2pm
Drive It Day Cumbria is run by Wigton Motor Club and vehicle owners are invited to come to Dalemain between 11 and 2 on Sunday, April 24th. DID raises thousands for charity and The Cumbrian one is in aid of Blood Bikes and Hospice At Home (West Cumbria). Car owners are asked to give £5 per car on arrival, all of which will go to the charities.
The Dalemain mansion and gardens will be open, and food will be served from the barn.
Dalemain is a mile south of Rheged on the A592. The event is open to all types of vehicles, cars, buses, lorries and motor bikes.
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - The Runway Visitor Park
The Runway Visitor Park, Old Wilmslow Road, Altrincham, WA15 8XQ
9am to 4pm
The event will be between 9am and 3/4pm, and cars will be placed in front of the iconic Concorde Hangar for display.
If you wish to attend in your historic vehicle please contact Alison Blacow on 07933 801162
07933 801162
24
Apr
2022
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Drive it Day Road Run & Bomber Memorial Centre Visit. LN4 2HQ
Lincoln
9am-10am start @ The Ivy Farm Shop. PE20 3NG
Starting @ The Ivy Farm Shop. Swineshead. PE20 3NG. 9am- 10am. Road run to take you to the Bomber Memorial Centre Lincoln. LN4 3HQ. Food available but must be booked. 2.courses £14.95. per person. 1.course £10.95 per person .includes Tea/Coffee.also free entry to the Exhibition Hall. You may do the visit only. Forms available @ [email protected]
shirley ann baxter: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive It Day - Glasgow Moggies
Glasgow - Prestwick
1100
Run from Glasgow Southside to Prestwick sea front. The Glasgow Moggies will be joined by the Scottish Branch of the Morris Minor Owner’s Club.
Other marques welcome to participate..
See website for full details.
John Emley: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day, London to Brighton MK2 Golf Owners Club Drive Out
Ace Cafe London to Brighton
arrival 8am - drive off from 9am
The first event from the Mark 2 Golf Club Owners Club based in the South East.
Heading out from the iconic Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Wembley, London NW10 7UD.
Purchase your Drive it Day plate in aid of Childline (www.driveitday.co.uk), and join us to drive out from Ace Cafe to Brighton.
Callum Smitherman: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive It Day - Letchworth Garden City & Vintage Car Club
Baldock to Moggerhanger
09:30am
An hours drive through North Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire to Moggerhanger Park.
Richard: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Pembrokeshire Classic Car Club
Llys-y-Fran Reservoir Pembrokeshire
9am - 10am
A 60 mile road run for all classic vehicles starting from Llys-y-fran reservoir Pembrokeshire at 11-15am, preceded by a show for all entrants( arrival between
(9-10am) It is essential that all entrants pre register with the club secretary prior to 19/4/22, giving name and vehicle registration No .B/fast available at start to be bookable with registration. Finishing at Dinefwr Parc Llandeilo. Carm's . A bucket collection will be taken on the day in support of NSPCC Childline
Peter Badham: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - York Historic Vehicle Group
Meet at Knavesmire Road York YO23 1EX
Meet at 9.30 am leaving at 10am
Meet at Knavesmire Road York YO23 1EX For a short Drive to Sherburn AeroClub. Non Members welcome
Gary Cammiss: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive-it Day - Dundee Museum of Transport
Dundee Museum of Transport
10am
Visit the museum for a fun day out and the opportunity to get up close to a wide variety of vintage and unique vehicles. Take part in our raffle in aid of Childline
irene hallyburton: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive It Day - Transport Museum Wythall
Transport Museum Wythall
10am until 4pm
Welcome to Wythall on Drive-It Day. Join us for a drive by or longer stay. Car and driver free, passengers pay the normal £7 entry fee. Free bus rides in the day and cafe/shop open for light refreshments.
Denis Chick: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive It Day - Cherished Vehicle Insurance Services
Cherished Vehicle Insurance Services ,2 Birch Court, Blackpole Road, Worcester, WR3 8SG
9am
Drive It Day® is a great occasion, and this is the first Drive It Day hosted by Cherished Vehicle Insurance Services.
Our suggested route starts at the Cherished Vehicles Insurance Services office and takes us to the Woodshed at Eastnor Castle, where we welcome to you enjoy a complimentary warm drink on us and to celebrate Drive It Day® with like minded enthusiast.
Ian Arthur: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
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Drive it Day - BSA Front Wheel Drive Club
NT Upton House, Edge Hill, Oxfordshire
14:00
This year, the Club is organising it's opening run to Upton House (NT). Anyone wishing to see BSA cars or meet their owners is welcome to find us there.
David Daniel: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Brooklands Museum
Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, Surrey
10am to 5pm
Celebrate ‘Drive it Day’ and the best of British manufacturing at Brooklands Museum’s British Marques Day (all-marque) event.
There will be a host of British built vehicles, from the pre-war Alvis, Norton and Sunbeam right through to the latest Jaguar model, as well as a full-range of MG models. This year will have a special display featuring Singer road and racing cars, including the three 1934 Singer Ladies Team cars, all of which raced at Brooklands.
See action on Test Hill, and club displays around the site with traditional British fayre in the Café.
Purchase your ‘Drive it Day’ plate in aid of Childline at www.driveitday.co.uk
Reserved parking (in front of) on the Museum site will be available for those vehicles taking part in ‘Drive It Day’, and visitors are welcome to (view the vehicles outside or) pay to enter the Museum and café. Access is through the Campbell Gate off Brooklands Road (the B374) for those with ‘Drive it Day’ plates only. Visitor parking will be in The Heights off Wellington Way or in the main visitor car park (at Mercedes-Benz World). Please follow the brown road signs and temporary parking signs.
Booking tickets
• Events are always popular, so we advise you to book your entry tickets in advance to guarantee admission.
Brooklands Museum Events: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - at the British Motor Museum
British Motor Museum
10am
It doesn’t matter if you're part of an organised club event or just having a run out on the day, all vehicles, British or not, are welcome - be it a car, commercial, military, bus, motorbike, scooter or tractor, just bring it along and be part of the national Drive it Day - raising funds for the NSPCC's ChildLine.
The Museum is offering discounted entry for all those that pre-book and turn up in a classic - be it veteran, vintage or a modern classic – all are welcome!
Reserved parking in front of the Museum will be available for those cars taking part and you are welcome to just view the vehicles outside or pay to enter the Museum and Cafe. Please note that 'On the Day' entry prices are more expensive
British Motor Museum: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Maundrell & Co Ltd
Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9LJ
10am until 3pm
We are open from10 till 3 on drive it day we have over 60 Porsche and other cars on site
We will have music , coffee , cakes and a hog roast on site all day we would love to
welcome people on drive it day
Steve rogers: [email protected]
24
Apr
2022
Drive it Day - Boundless by CSMA
HAMPSHIRE
9.00 AM
Boundless by CSMA – Classic Vehicle Group
DRIVE IT DAY RUN IN MID AND SOUTH HAMPSHIRE
Sunday 24 April 2022
This CVG run will follow a new route in Hampshire, passing through some of the best countryside in the South Downs National Park.
Starting in mid Hampshire, convenient for A3 and A31, there will be a selection of breakfast options, and after a short briefing cars will head northwards through small towns and villages with interesting buildings and historical associations, before arriving at our first visit.
This will be Bill Rawles Classic Cars, the restoration, servicing and bodywork specialist at Bishops Sutton, with emphasis on traditional standards and very high quality and performance. Tea, Coffee and workshop tours provided and opportunity to view projects in progress and for valuable discussion with classic experts!
We will then turn southwards on country roads through the Meon Valley to Bishop’s Waltham, with its ruined medieval Bishop’s Palace, riverside, and open spaces, restaurants and coffee shops, before passing through the Forest of Bere and reaching our final destination.
This will be Fort Nelson, a huge complex constructed in Victorian times to counter possible French invasion, but never actually used, except as an anti-aircraft establishment in World War II and in its present armoury collections role. The Fort looks out for miles across the City and Portsmouth Harbour, and the sea views will be breathtaking if the weather is kind to us. We will be able to park within the grounds, view the barracks, guardroom, tunnels and ramparts and the very extensive collections.
Entry fee will be £42 per car and two occupants (£46 non-members), to include: Tulip Roadbook, FBHVS Childline Drive it Day Rally Plate, Tea, Coffee, Juice and Biscuits at the Start and at Bill Rawles, plus parking fee at the finish (entry to Fort Nelson is free).
boundless by CSMA members and other visitors contact Chris Laver, email [email protected], mobile 07377460415 for details and entry forms
Chris Laver: [email protected]
22
Apr
2023
Bristol Car Drive it Day Event
Classic Motor Hub, Bibury, Glos
1100hrs
A visit to the Classic Motor Hub at Bibury for coffee and a chat. Designed for all Bristol car owners regardless of club. If any owners of cars with Bristol 2 litre engines would like to join us, they will be welcome.
Peter Campbell: [email protected]
22
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Prescott Hill Climb
Cheltenham
8:30 - 17:00
Prescott Speed Hill Climb welcomes the opening round of the British Hill Climb Championships for this fast, spectacular motorsport event.
Join us to witness over 180 of the fastest drivers and cars from all over the UK take to the tarmac and reach speeds of over 120mph, in a bid for success at the only Pre-war Motorsport venue in Gloucestershire.
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.
To know what to expect, check out this Facebook video! https://www.facebook.com/prescottboc/videos/909071773105613
Make this a day out as part of your Drive It Day experience!
Refreshments will be available at the event, and you will have an exclusive NSPCC Drive It Day parking area for your vehicle.
Rally plates will also be available on the day.
Book your ticket here: https://www.prescotthillclimb.co.uk/event-details/british-and-midland-hill-climb-championships-the-opening-meeting
(Ticket sales close 18th April)
Use Booking Code DRIVEIT23 on checkout – Bugatti Owners Club are supporting NSPCC with this event and a portion of your ticket sale will go to NSPCC. The code will also reserve you a parking space in the NSPCC Drive It Day area.
Emma Hildesley: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day 2023
Drive It Day 2023. Yesterday's Vehicles
Supporting Today's Children. National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in 2005. It is the occasion when historic vehicle enthusiasts and the public at large have the opportunity to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention, the motor vehicle. It’s also a chance to raise awareness and support amongst the public for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads. Please see the website for how to support the event
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Castle View Windsor
Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
10am until 2pm
DO YOU OWN A CLASSIC VEHICLE?
DRIVE IT TO CASTLE VIEW WINDSOR ON ‘DRIVE IT DAY’ AND SUPPORT THE NSPCC
• Sunday 23 April, 2023 - coffee and cakes available from 10am - 2.00pm
• Open to those participating in the national Drive It Day event run by the Federation of British Historical Vehicle Clubs
• Coffee stop at Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
For those with a treasured classic car, National Drive It Day is one of the first opportunities after the long winter to get it out for a run, and Castle View is providing a coffee stop for participants to build into their itinerary.
Just a mile from the centre of Windsor and easily accessed from the M4, Windsor Great Park, Legoland and Ascot, Castle View will be open to participants of the event, and those keen to look at some classic cars.
“As great classic car enthusiasts ourselves, we thought it would be fun to host a coffee stop for anyone in the West London, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey areas to get their old vehicles out. There’s no knowing what sort of vehicles will be here on the day, but last year we had a wonderful assortment of over 25 classic sports and saloon cars,” says Robin Hughes, CEO of Castle View.
National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) in 2005. It is the occasion when historic vehicle enthusiasts and the public at large have the opportunity to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention, the motor vehicle. It’s also a chance to raise awareness and support amongst the public for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads, while also raising funds for the NSPCC’s Childline.
Castle View is on Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
01753 378127
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day - Charity Vehicle Gathering & Tractor Road Run
Village Hall and Green, Bodle Street Green, East Sussex BN27 4UB
9.30-3pm
Bodle Street Green FBHVC Vehicle Gathering is Here!
Things are coming together well for the annual Bodle Street Green FBHVC ‘Drive It Day’ Charity Day Vehicle Gathering which in 2022 saw just on 250 vehicles and many people arrive in the centre of this sleepy village in East Sussex for a day of events by the village green and hall in 2022. This year David Vaughan has organised some eight model railway layouts and other delights to keep the younger element happy + grownups in the village hall which will be serving a free drink and a piece of cake to all exhibitors sponsored by Peter Love.
As well as veteran, vintage and classic cars, commercial vehicles, motor cycles, steam engines, stationary engines and models will also be here. There will be a road run for classic and vintage tractors starting at 10.15am and will return to the site at 1pm. The charity raffle will be drawn at 2.30pm which raised £1,600 for local charities in 2022. As always an entertaining commentary will be provided telling you all that’s going on with interviews with exhibitors and more. There will be breakfast and lunch available from The Cabin on site and across the road The White Horse will be available for drinks and roast dinners. Organiser Peter Love said he will be delighted to see you all here again and looked forward to an even larger entry than last year and hopes more money can be raised for various charities. He added: “Just turn up and book in!” Further details, tel: 01323 833125
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day at Nuffield Place
Nuffield Place, Bradley Rd, Henley-on-Thames RG9 5RY (National Trust)
From 10am
We love to see historic vehicles at all times - and especially on Drive It Day. Up to 12 cars (and slightly more motorcycles) can park at the front of the house for a photo opportunity. Pre-book to make sure of a place, or simply turn up for Drive It Day.
Rosy Pugh: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Classic Cars At Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle, Edenbridge, Kent
11am to 4pm
Join us at Chiddingstone Castle near Edenbridge, Kent between 11am and 4pm on National Drive It Day, supporting Childline - a lifesaving NSPCC service, on Sunday 23 April 2023.
Meet fellow enthusiasts, swap motoring stories and admire a fabulous collection of classic cars. Park your motor on the lawn with Chiddingstone Castle as your backdrop. All historic marques welcome (pre-1980) with the official 2023 Rally plates.
We can all make a huge difference to Childline by supporting Drive It Day with official 2023 Rally Plates raising funds and awareness for such a valuable charity. All classic cars will be guided on to the lawns (subject to ground conditions).
Things to do on the day:
Enjoy the scenic drive through the beautiful Kentish Countryside to get to Chiddingstone Castle.
Park on the lawn and enjoy discounted house entry and the grounds - secure your special parking now.
Bring along additional classic car passengers and receive discounted house entry.
Sit down to a cream tea and much more in the Tea Room & Courtyard. By a cream tea now or on the day.
Wander the enchanting grounds, lakeside and woodlands and find a spot for your picnic.
The historic house and intriguing collections span Victorian rooms and significant objects from Japan, Ancient Egypt, along with Buddhist and Jacobite historic objects collected by the late Denys Eyre Bower.
https://www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk/
Beckie Hood: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day at Brooklands
Brooklands Museum
10am
Brooklands Museum is pleased to announce that this year's Drive It Day will continue to support the NSPCC's Childline service along with Ride It Day for the Motorcycle Community on the 23rd April 2023.
Rosie Maggs: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
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Drive it Day - Highland MG Owners Club
Highland Farm Cafe, Dingwall, IV15 9TT
Gather from 10:30, depart 11:00
Run in the northern Highlands to a lunch location for MG cars. Please register with Richard (no charge).
Richard Jenner: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - 1100 Club Spring Show
Atwell Wilson Motor Museum, Calne, Wiltshire
10.00
Gathering of 1100s in the car park of the Atwell Wilson Motor Museum for Drive It Day! All classics are welcome as the car park will be open to others as well. Discounted entry to the museum for 1100 Club members on production of a membership card.
Koren Maddison: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Ulster Vauxhall Opel Classic Community Coastal Run
Antrim Coast Road to Glenarm Castle for lunch
11:00am
The DSG are joining the Ulster Vauxhall Opel Facebook Group in a run from Portrush around the Antrim Coast Road to meet up at Glenarm Castle for lunch and a stroll through the grounds...all welcome.
Billy Maxwell: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Classic Vehicle Group - Hampshire
START AT ALTON, HAMPSHIRE
9.00 AM
Classic Vehicle Group
Drive it Day Run
In Hampshire
Sunday 23d April 2023
The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs’ Drive it Day events take place nationwide, providing the opportunity to dust off those cobwebs, and give our classics an early-season test run. The events will again be run in support of the NSPCC’s Childline service.
Starting at The Angel, at Privett on the A32 south of Alton, there will be a selection of breakfast options, and after a short briefing, cars will head through small towns and villages with interesting buildings and historical association, and beautiful countryside on the Hants/Surrey borders, before arriving at Bill Rawles Classic Cars for our first visit. Bill has many years hands-on experience with emphasis on traditional standards of excellence, and he and his son, Jack, are well known in the historic and specialised racing world, as well as being experts on more day to day aspects of owning a classic! Tea, coffee and workshop tours provided and the opportunity for discussion with Bill, Jack and / or his staff.
We will then turn southwards on country roads through the Meon Valley to Bishop’s Waltham, with its ruined medieval Bishop’s Palace, riverside, and open spaces, restaurants and coffee shops, before passing through rural landscapes towards the Hamble and glimpsing the Solent and Southampton Water as we reach the south coast, before crossing the Itchen Bridge and reaching our final destination of Solent Sky.
This is an exceptional museum close to Southampton City centre, and it highlights the impressive role that the area has played in the development of aviation, including Shorts Flying Boats flown and developed from Calshot nearby, as well as an excellent example of the iconic Spitfire also developed locally, and some 30 other impressive planes and displays. Car parking is available outside the museum.
Entry fee will be £49 per car and two occupants (£54 non members), to include: Tulip Roadbook, Childline Drive it Day Rally Plate, Tea, Coffee, Juice & Biscuits at the Start and at Bill Rawles, and entry to the museum. (Refreshments available at the finish but are not included in the entry fee).
Entry forms available from: Chris Laver, email [email protected], (07377 460415) or Barry Haughton, email [email protected] (07776 263237).
CHRIS LAVER: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day - SDCCC
Dobbies Garden Centre, Stirling, FK9 4UF.
10-00am-4-00pm
Why not join in with Stirling and District Classic Car Club, for a leisurely run of some 80 odd miles, with a lunch/picnic stop scheduled en-route. All makes and models of classic cars welcome.
Nigel Macmillan: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - SWMMOC
South Wales
10.30am
A day out with the South Wales Morris Minors Owners Club driving from Cardiff and the surrounding area to Rhosili
Anthony Coles: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day - Crash Box & Classic Car Club of Devon
The Lawn Dawlish
10:00 - 16:00
Open event for Classic and Historic Vehicles. Free to the public visitors. No booking required. Site opens 9:45am
Exhibitors can stay throughout or leave the site, on the hour, with a safety marshal escort.
Ray Moore: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Lancashire Automobile Club St Georges Day Run
Fylde, Bowland, Ribble Valley
10am
St George’s Day Run
Lancashire Automobile Club (1902) Ltd will promote a Touring Assembly on Sunday April 23rd, 2023, starting at The Café Lazio at Huntley’s PR5 0UN at 10.00am and having a route of around 107 miles in the Fylde area, Bowland, Ribble Valley and Pendle Hill. The event will finish at Blackburn Northern Sports Club BB1 8QA.
The event is open to all Classic Cars and other cherished cars of any age. We have no restrictions on the age of a vehicle. The maximum number of entries is 70.
This year the LAC will be adopting the FBHVC ‘Tree-V’ environmental initiative that captures carbon dioxide generated by the entrants, which will contribute to the planting of trees in the UK.
Further details, including applications for membership of the LAC contact [email protected]
Adrian Dean: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive It Day - Austin Healey Club
Kent, Surrey, Sussex
11.30am
Cars will "rally" in a non timed, non competitive way from their start points in Kent, Surrey, Sussex, to a location near Bough Beech, Kent.
Nick Varlow: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Oxford Bus Museum
Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire
10:30am
A Museum bus and car will be travelling from the Museum to BMW, Cowley where we plan to stop for photos, then return through oxford passing William Morris's old premises in Longwall St.
Paul Statham: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - JEC Somerset Region
Meeting Point: The Old Orchard Inn, Galhampton, BA22 7BA
09.30 - 16.00
09.30 Meet for breakfast / coffee at the Orchard Inn, Galhampton, BA22 7BA
10.45 Depart on drive out through beautiful Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset countryside including the infamous "Zig Zag Hill"
Drive out 1 hour 33 minutes / 55 miles
12.30 Lunch at The Kings Arms, East Stour
14.15 Visit to Compton Abbas Airfield subject to re-opening under new ownership
Please email and book a place
Barrie March: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Bridge Classic Cars
Bridge Classic Cars, The Nursery, Main Road, Pettistree, IP13 0HH
11am-3pm
11am – Arrive at The Hangar at Bentwaters, Woodbridge, IP12 2TZ
12pm – Leave in convoy and travel to our workshop The Nursery, Main Road, Pettistree, IP13 0HH
12.30pm – Music from The Buskateers, food from Otis Breading and Suffolk Fried Chicken, The Atelier Bar will be open
3pm – Event to finish
Lily Griffiths: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
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Drive it Day - Visit to Mallaghan Group
Dungannon
1.30pm
This event is organised by local club member Richard Scott and friends.
Sam Carruthers: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Littleborough and West Yorks
Start in Littleborough
1300
We set off from ‘Farneys Yard’ Hollingworth Rd and head to Hollingworth Lake before going down Smithybridge and back through Littleborough.
We then climb over Blackstone Edge and descend down Cragg Vale to Mytholmroyd, through Hebden Bridge, Todmorden and finish at The Waggon and Horses in Walden.
Here, we can stop for chatting and refreshments etc. Period style dress to match your vehicle is encouraged but optional. All welcome.
Keith Oldham: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Drive it Day - Havenwood Raceway with Mission Motorsport
Bicester Scramble
10:00 AM - 4.00PM
Hosted by Classic Performance Engineering at Bicester Heritage, we will be running our Scalextric track and offering the Back to the Future Race Set to the fasted lap of the day. Surrounded by classics of all shapes and sizes at the Spring Scramble, it promises to be a great Drive It Day. Please note that access to the Spring Scramble requires payment of a site entry fee (pre-book only) with Bicester Heritage at https://bicesterheritage.co.uk/events/april-scramble-2023
Paul Wooding: [email protected]
23
Apr
2023
Maundrells Cars & Coffee - Wantage, Oxford
Blandys Farm, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9LJ
10:00 AM
On Sunday 23rd April 2023 we will be opening our doors to all members of the public to join us for our first Cars & Coffee event of 2023.
Acting as a 'stop off' for the 2023 National 'Drive It Day' we will also be fundraising for Childline. Any donation is hugely appreciated, although not compulsory.
On the day you can expect free refreshments (cold drinks/snacks) however we will also have Rock Shack Roadhouse on site with us to serve speciality coffee, along with other sweet treats. Hot food and drink will also be available to purchase on site. On top of that, there are some prizes to be won on the day;
'Best photograph' competition - Upload your photographs to Instagram using the hashtag 'Maundrells' to be in with a chance of winning a GTechniq ceramic coating treatment worth £995! The winner will be chosen and announced via our Instagram on Tuesday 25th April, so don't forget to follow us there.
Autoglym will also be present on the day to choose a 'sponsors choice' car with an Autoglym car care kit being the prize, so be sure to stick around for that announcement toward the end of the event.
Dogs are of course welcome but we ask they are kept on a lead, water can be provided for them at any time, just ask a member of staff.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to message us and we will answer as quickly as possible.
We look forward to welcoming everybody for a pleasant, relaxed day.
Alex Rogers: [email protected]
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21
Apr
2024
North Lancashire and Cumbria Military vehicle Trust
Crooklands, Cumbria
from 5pm Friday 19th
This year, our MVT NLC area spring crank up is being combined with our first “Drive it and Ride it" Day in support of the FBHV joint campaign and Childline fundraiser. Military vehicles from WW2 and post war conflicts will gather at Crooklands in South Cumbria for a weekend of driving and fun. There will be a Lakes road run on Saturday and Yorkshire Dales “Drive it Tour” on Sunday. Our weekend campsite is located next to an excellent Pub and Hotel, so there will be plenty of opportunity for socialising and enjoying great food and drink together. For further details, please contact our Area Secretary.
Jonny Newbould: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day at Chiddingstone Castle, Kent
Chiddingstone, near Sevenoaks, Kent
10:00 to 16:00
Come to Chiddingstone Castle, an official 'Drive it Day' location in support of NSPCC Childline.
Book your classic car tickets now and enjoy your scenic drive through Kent countryside, park on the lawn, picnic or visit the tea room, visit the historic house, listen to expert talks and exhibitions and explore the grounds and village. Be part of a fabulous collection of cars. Park your motor on the lawn with Chiddingstone Castle as your backdrop. Enjoy an afternoon of cool jazz in the Orangerie from the Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra (bring picnic blanket and chairs).
All historic marques welcome (pre-1980) as well as modern classics.
We can all make a huge difference to Childline by supporting “Drive it Day” – let’s all come together so that every child’s call to Childline can be answered. We will be collecting donations on the day and you can show your support by buying “Drive it Day” Rally Plates for your classic in aid of Childline at www.driveitday.co.uk
21
Apr
2024
Cumbria Drive It Day
Dalemain Mansion, near Penrith
See website
The Cumbria Drive It Day is organised by Wigton Motor Club, the North’s largest motor club and takes place at Dalemain near Penrith between 11 and 2 on Sunday. It’s open to all owners of historic and classic vehicles, cars, bikes, tractors and lorries etc. Each vehicle is asked to donate £5 (cash) to our nominated charities for 2024, Carers West Cumbria and the Zig Saw Children’s Hospice.
Wigton Motor Club: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Jaguar Enthusiasts' Club - Somerset Region Drive It Day
Meeting Point: The Somerset Boat Centre,Maidenmead Moorings, Banklands, North Newton, Bridgwater TA7 0DQ
10.00 am - 11.00 am
10.00 am - Meet at Somerset Boat Centre for breakfast / morning coffee
11.15 am - Depart on scenic drive across the Somerset Levels and over the Mendip Hills to descend Cheddar Gorge
1.00 pm - Lunch at The Bath Arms, Cheddar, BS27 3AA
2.30 pm - Optional stroll around Cheddar and the Gorge
Please contact if you would like to join us for part or all of the day
Bridget March: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
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Devon Austin Seven Club
Whiddon Down or Bishops Tawton (see text)
11am
North/Central Devon Run. Devon Sevens Event
Nick Hawkins is organising a run starting from Whiddon Down Services EX20 2QT, which is just off the A30 and easily accessible from all parts of Devon. You can arrive as early as you like and there is a Café on site for coffee/breakfast. The plan is to leave the Service area at 11 am passing through South Zeal and stopping at Finch Foundry in Sticklepath. The route will continue to Belstone for a lunch stop. Either bring a picnic or eat at The Belstone Inn’s outdoor grill over looking the open moorland. A drive on to the old A30 and through Okehampton will complete the day.
Members from the North of the County can meet at Bishops Tawton lay-by to leave at 8.30 with a stop at Dolton Beacon Garage at 9.15 to meet anyone else who would like to travel in company.
Members who are coming from other areas and who may wish to travel in groups rather than individually can contact Nick and he will put you in touch with other members who are attending. In any event, please phone Nick to confirm if you are attending.
Nick Borst-Smith: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day at the Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum, Stockley Lane, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 0NF
10:00 to 17:00
The museum will be open to all for this Sunday's (21/04) FBHVC's Drive-it-Day in aid of NSPCC's Childline. Gates are open from 10am to 5pm. The museum will be open from 11am to 5pm as will the cafe, serving hot & cold drinks and cakes. Everyone welcome!
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day at The Great British Car Journey, Derbyshire
4 Derwent Works, Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2HE
10am to 6pm (Last Entry 4pm)
In aid of NSPCC Childline we have a drive out for “Drive It Day”, however alongside our drive out you can still join us on the day as we have a number of car clubs booked in as part of their celebrations, so there will be plenty to see in the car park!
For those arriving in classic cars, entry to the attraction and its amenities will be available at just £10 (discounted from the standard £18.50 on the day). Moreover, in addition to the proceeds generated by the drive, we’ll be making an extra donation to ChildLine—a cause close to our hearts.
Come and be a part of the camaraderie this National Drive It Day at Great British Car Journey. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate classic cars while supporting a worthy cause!
Oliver: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Show & Shine on Drive it Day, Derby
Great Northern Classics, 278 Osmaston Rd, Osmaston, Derby DE24 8AE
10am - 3pm
Join us for a car park show and shine with various prizes and a talk from Brian Ashby and his epic Paris to Peking drive. All welcome. Many exhibits and a nice cafe to enjoy a coffee whilst chatting cars and motorcycles!
Iain Fox: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive-it Day gathering at Kersey Mill, Suffolk
Kersey Mill, Kersey, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6DP
10am-4pm
We are located half a mile from Hadleigh in Suffolk, and very easy to find on the Bildeston Road only 5 miles from Lavenham. Pre-booked display vehicles enter FREE of charge. Visitors £5 parking. Bookings and details here: https://www.kerseymill.net/drive-it-day-poster-and-registration .
The Mill, gardens, live music, hot and cold food are open. The Miller's Café and TMK Street Food catering for alfresco dining will be open from 8.30am. We will be holding milling demonstrations throughout the day and the mill will be open for tours.
Some of the on-site shops and business will be open too.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
Steve & Alison [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Mazda MX-5s Ferrari, West Yorkshire
Ferrari
8:45am
The first run of the year sees us venturing to West Yorkshire for a visit to Grassington!
Arrival from 8:45am at Ferrari's Country House for an 9am departure.
We will be having a brunch at The Old School Tea Room just outside of Grassington (a nice walk from here into the village)!
IMPORTANT:
It would be a massive help if you could let me know whether you are planning on eating at the tea room or not, this is so I can provide an estimate on numbers.
Hayden Rose: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day 2024 at Tattershall Thorpe, Lincs
Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre, Tattershall Thorpe, LN4 4PL
1300 - 1700
We are hosting this year for
Lincolnshire Auto Club
MG Car Club
Plus any other private owners who wish to 'drive it' and show to our Visitors
What3words - ///bumpy.dignity.constrain
Heather Bird - Gen Secretary: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
St Georges Day Run 2024, starts near Tickle Trout, Preston
Lancashire
8.00am
Touring Assembly Run 100 miles. Start Café Lazio Huntleys Samesbury PR5 0UN
Adrian Dean: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive-It Day at Apedale Valley Light Railway, Staffordshire
Apedale Valley Light Railway
1100 - 1600
Drive-It day is a national event when owners of classic road vehicles are encourage to get them out where they belong – on the road. At Apedale, we’re delighted to offer a destination for these classic vehicles – we’ve got tea, toilets and steam trains – what could be better? We’ll be running the trains from 1130 until 4pm, with standard fares applied.
Simon Lomax: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day run from Old Sodbury (Wilts) to Atwell Wilson Motor Museum
Cross Hands, Old Sodbury, BS37 6RJ
10.00
Drive it day run from Cross Hands, Old Sodbury, BS37 6RJ to Atwell Wilson motor museum, SN11 0NF. We'll gather at the Cross Hands, from around 10am, with a view to leaving at 10:30am and wend our way towards Calne through Badminton, Castle Combe, Biddestone and Lacock.Further details will be posted on the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/events/1129943708447899. Non members welcome to join us. PLEASE NOTE THAT to avoid a clash with two other events starting in Horton, the start venue has been changed from Horton Social Club, to the Cross Hands, Old Sodbury
Ivor Bryant: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
The 1100 Club Spring Show, Bubble Car Museum near Boston
Bubble Car Museum, Boston, Lincolnshire PE22 7AW
10.00
The 1100 Club’s Spring Show for 2024 will take place at the Bubble Car Museum near Boston in Lincolnshire on Drive It Day, which is 21st April.
Entry to the rally field on the day is free, but visitors would be strongly encouraged to visit the museum, which costs just £4 per adult to enter, or £1 per child, and also offers a paper guidebook to tell you about the cars on show for an additional £1.
Inside the museum there are over fifty microcars on display, many in thought provoking dioramas and including examples of Bond, Isetta, Reliant, Frisky and Bamby, to name but a few. There is also a row of recreated shops for visitors to explore, memorabilia, a gift shop and a café, which is great for afternoon tea and also offers a few simple lunches. For anything more substantial, there is a cafe about a mile down the road called Langrick Station café.
We are hoping that there will be some Bubble Car rides available on the day, which cost £15 for a 15-20 minute spin - when else would you have the chance to be a passenger in something so tiny?
The full address of the museum for navigation is: The Bubblecar Museum, Clover Farm, Main Rd, Langrick, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 7AW.
Non-members in visiting classics are very welcome to come along and join us - the museum is open to the public on the day as normal so the more the merrier!
The 1100 Club: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Tame Valley Vintage & Classic Car Club - Drive it Day road run, Cheshire
Aldwinians to Apedale
10am
Meeting 9:45am for a 10am prompt set off from Aldwinians Rugby Club, 39 mile route on A roads through Wilmslow and Congleton to Apedale Heritage Centre and Light Railway, Loomer Road, ST5 7LB.
Carol Albison: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
South Lincolnshire Jaguar Enthusiasts
Baston Lincolnshire
Start 0930
Gather at the White Horse, BASTON, PE6 9PE for Breakfast before a 55 mile drive through Rutland and South Lincolnshire arriving in Stamford for lunch at the Burghley Park Golf Club for lunch. Navigation uses a Tulip Route Book. Pre-booking required.
Neil Jervis: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Steam, coffee and cars drop in - Draycott in the Clay, Staffs
Klondyke Mill, Draycott in the Clay, DE6 5GZ
10.00 - 1.30
An informal event supporting the Federation of British Historic Vehicles Clubs drive it day. This is a coffee morning for any vehicle over 30 years old. Club member will be showcasing their own vehicles and traction engines will be in steam.
Any vehicle and owner is more than welcome to call in, have a light refreshment and a look around the site.
Please note that this isn’t a public event and is only for vehicle enthusiasts and owners.
Paul Massey: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
'Drive it' to The Industry & Supply Coffee Depot, Weedon Bec, near Northampton
Building 14, Ground floor, The Depot, Weedon Bec, Northampton, NN7 4PS
10:00am - 3:00pm
This "Drive it Day" drive it to The Industry & Supply Coffee Depot. We've got a great space at the Old Royal Ordnance Depot in Weedon Bec where you can meet lots of like minded Classic car and Motorbike enthusiasts. While you're here, you can enjoy a great range of hot food such as Bacon baps, Sausage rolls and even a cooked breakfast! For those with a sweet tooth, we also have a classic collection of homemade cakes, Victoria sponge, Carrot cake, millionaire short bread and more. Come visit us on your "Drive it Day" route, have fun and raise money for charity. For any extra info, email Neil at [email protected] or call 07881504757 We look forward to seeing you
Neil Bannister: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day - Dorking to Ockley drive-out
Inn on The Green, Ockley, RH5 5TD
09:30
JEC Drive it Day, from Denbies Winery, Dorking RH5 6AA to the Inn on the Green at Stane Street, Ockley, starting from Denbies at 10:30
Jeremy Hughes: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day 2024 - Littleborough Charity Road Run
Starts at Littleborough, Lancashire
11.30
Once again this year we are planning a 'drive it day' event from Littleborough. We will pass Hollingworth Lake, go through Newhey and drive through Saddleworth and Holmfirth finishing up at 'The Carding Shed' outside that town. Those participating are asked to obtain their plaques to support Childline plus this year, a raffle in support of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance is planned. All information can be obtained from Keith Oldham on 07748 193884.
keith oldham: [email protected] or 07748 193884
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day at Nuffield Place, Henley-on-Thames
Nuffield Place RG9 5RY
10.30 - 13.30
Booking required for a limited number of car park spaces in front of the house 10.30 - 13.30, please see website for details. Please email if you are a visiting as a group, we may be able to accommodate you 13.30 - 16.00.
Rosy Pugh: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
CARS & CUPPAS, Greendale Farm shop, near Exeter
GREENDALE FARM SHOP, Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon, near Exeter EX5 2JU
9AM - 1PM
We run a breakfast morning meet at Greendale Farm shop on every third sunday of the month. We have a Supercar Sunday planned on Sunday 21st April and we are looking at working together with the Drive It Day
TALASI MAY: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day - Charity Coffee stop at Castle View, Windsor
Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
Coffee and cakes available from 10am - 2.00pm
Just a mile from the centre of Windsor and easily accessed from the M4 and M25, Windsor Great Park, Legoland and Ascot, Castle View will be open to participants of the event, and those keen to view some beautiful classic cars.
“As great classic car enthusiasts ourselves, we thought it would be fun to host a coffee stop for anyone in the West London, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey areas to get their old vehicles out. There’s no knowing what sort of vehicles will be here on the day, but last year we had a wonderful assortment of over 35 classic sports and saloon cars,” says Lisa Fisher, village manager of Castle View.
To join in, drivers can purchase a ‘Drive It Day’ car plaque from just £12.50 at www.driveitday.co.uk/shop and just turn up on the day, no pre-booking required.
National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) in 2005. It is the occasion when historic vehicle enthusiasts and the public at large have the opportunity to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention, the motor vehicle.
It is also a chance to raise awareness and support amongst the public for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads, while also raising funds for the NSPCC’s Childline.
Lisa Fisher: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
UVOCC Glenarm Castle run
Antrim Coast Road
11.00
Leaving Landsdowne Crescent Portrush 11am sharp to travel to Glenarm Castle via the Antrim Coast Road.
Bill: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day Run, East Sussex Jaguar Enthusiasts Club, to the Bluebell Railway.
Bluebell Railway
Leaving Boship Service Station at 8.45am
ESJEC are planning to initially meet at Boship Roundabout Service Station Car Park at 8.45am and then drive to Heaven Farm, Furners Green, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3RG for breakfast at 9.30am. Alternatively, members can go straight to Heaven Farm. Breakfast has been booked for 30 people. After breakfast at about 11.00am the cars will then drive to the Bluebell Railway, where there will be a designated area for ESJEC parking for the remainder of the day, and the opportunity to visit the 360 brewery aswell. If you are interested in attending this please email the organiser Rob Soper on [email protected] stating the names of the people requiring breakfast.
Rob Soper: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Historic Wheels club, Drive it Day road run in Speyside
Speyside
10am
National Drive It Day will see the Club take to the roads for the first time. Meeting at Spey Bay Ice House IV32 7PJ at 10am we will head on a 100mile run crossed every road bridge on the Spey. The day will be an epic run with the Club laying on a superb packed lunch which is handed out at the start point. ( You are welcome to join the club run if you are not a member, there will be a small charge for non members to cover the cost of the packed lunch. All interested members please contact [email protected]
Ron Cameron: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Coffee @ The Garage, Wantage, Oxon
AT Automotive - Lyford, Unit 9, Cobweb Buildings, Lyford, Wantage OX12 0EE
9am to 12pm
Our monthly meeting is held at AT Automotive based in Lyford near Wantage, where we have catering facilities onsite offering tea, coffee, bacon rolls and more.
Being hosted by the AT team we have exclusive access to the workshop facilities allowing annual members the assisted use of ramps to check over vehicles and fully trained mechanics on hand to offer advice.
Ridgeway Motor Club: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day and 10th Birthday Celebrations, Dundee
Dundee Museum of Transport DD1 3LA
10.30am until 4.30pm
Join us to celebrate the Museum's 10th Birthday on Drive it Day!
Sonja Nowicki: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Maundrell Cars & Coffee, Wantage, Oxon
Blandys Farm, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, OX12 9LJ
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
On Sunday 21st April 2024 we will be opening our doors to all members of the public to join us for our first Cars & Coffee event of 2024.
Acting as a 'stop off' for the 2024 National 'Drive It Day' we will also be fundraising for Childline. Any donation is hugely appreciated, although not compulsory.
On the day you can expect free refreshments (cold drinks/snacks). Hot food and drink will also be available to purchase on site.
Dogs are of course welcome but we ask they are kept on a lead, water can be provided for them at any time, just ask a member of staff.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to message us and we will answer as quickly as possible.
Alex Rogers: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Oundle Car Club - Drive Out and Coffee
Exeter Arms, Barrowden, Rutland LE15 8EQ
10.15 - 11.45am
Drive from Tap and Kitchen car park, Oundle at 9.45am, or meet at the Exeter Arms, Barrowden from 10.15am. Car park at rear left, or park on the roads around the green (keep off the grass!).
We welcome all in our club.
Mr David R Sage: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Microcar and 3 wheeler day, Northumberland
THE CROWN IN, HUMSHAUGH, Humshaugh, Hexham NE46 4AG
12.00
Microcar and 3 wheeler event. Shared from Facebook. Great turnout each year.
21
Apr
2024
UVOCC Scenic drive to Glenarm Castle, Northern Ireland
From Portrush or Lisburn to Glenarm.
Meet at Glenarm from noon.
The Ulster Vauxhall Opel Classic Community is an enthusiastic Facebook group promoting classic Vauxhall and Opel cars. This is out third year supporting the NSPCC with our scenic drive along the beautiful Antrim coast road to the historic Glenarm Castle.https://glenarmcastle.com/ We will be joined by the Northern Ireland Italian Motor Club, but this year we also invite any classic car enthusiasts to purchase the Rally Plaque and join us. Cars can meet us at Glenarm but also we meet up and leave from Landsdowne Crescent Portrush, and our friends from the other side of the province leave from the Ballymac Hotel near Lisburn.
Billy Maxwell or Ken Smyth: mailto:[email protected]
21
Apr
2024
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Drive it Day, Alresford, Hampshire
Hampshire
1000
Tichborne Arms, near Alresford SO24 0NA; leaving at 1100 in a northerly direction towards Basingstoke then south to Lasham Airfield for lunch.
Chris Ashworth: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day meet, Woodbridge, Suffolk
Bridge Classic Cars, Pettistree, Woodbridge, IP13 0HH
11am-2pm
Enjoy your drive in the morning and join us at our Pettistree workshop between 11am and 2pm. There will be Mediterranean food from Prestige Catering and the bar will be open for drinks. Please register to let us know you are attending the event. To take part you must purchase a rally plate. Commemorative rally plates can be purchased from the official Drive It Day website with the money raised from the purchase providing vital funding for Childline.
Lily: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day Swansea to Brecon road run
Start at Pont Abraham services, near Swansea SA4 0FU
1030am
This year’s Drive It Day will start from Pont Abraham as per previous years. We will be there from 10.30am to leave about 11.30 am, to give everyone time to gather together, issue route books and fix rally plates etc.
From Pont Abraham we will be heading north towards Brecon to finish the day with a meal in the Brecon Mountain Centre. You can have a picnic, eat in their café or contact them on 01874 623366 to book a table. There will be an entry fee/donation of £5, Payable direct on club night or on the day, which will include free entry to the raffle. All proceeds from the event will go to the upkeep of the children’s transport pods we have donated to the NHS.
Mike Palmer: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Wales 100 on Drive it Day
Convoy drive event from Bridgend to Aberystwyth
0930
Tickets for this event are free, but please do not turn up if you haven’t pre-booked. Strictly AROC members only.
AROC convoy drive event from Bridgend to Aberystwyth
Meeting point: Nathaniel’s Cars (David Street, Bridgend CF31 3SA),
Meeting time: From 10.00am – convoy departure 11.00am
Finishing point: Pontarfvnach – ‘Devil’s Bridge’. Optional 12 mile drive from there to Aberystwyth for Fish ‘n Chips!
Daniel Thomas, a highly enthusiastic AROC member from South Wales, has organised an excellent driving route through some fabulous countryside on some of the best roads the UK has to offer, and ALL Club members are invited join in on a brilliant 100 mile Alfa convoy on what is the Federation of Historic Vehicles Drive It Day ‘Drive it Day’!
The event will start at Nathaniel’s Cars (David Street, Bridgend CF31 3SA), a Fiat, Abarth and MG retailer and also an Alfa Romeo Service Centre. Members can gather from 9.30 am, looking around the venue and enjoying some complimentary refreshments, before departing in convoy for the route out through the stunning scenery of South Wales. Following the route provided, the Alfas will follow the winding A470 through the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, continuing north through Builth Wells and on to Rhayader – the closest town to the mighty Elan Valley dam which is where Richard Hammond drove a series 1 Land Rover almost vertically up the face of the dam wall during a memorable episode of Top Gear.
The final stretch is on to Pontarfynach, where the famous Devil’s Bridge is located. There are a couple of lovely cafes located there for people to rest at before returning home, and people can choose drive around 12 miles on the seaside town of Aberystwyth to enjoys some Fish ‘n Chips!
The route from Bridgend spans just over 100 miles of excellent driving roads. A route guide will be provided, and there will be various optional stopping points. Alfa Convoy runs are always enjoyable, with or without a navigator.
The event is FREE, but donations can be made to the Federation of Historic Vehicles Drive It Day Charity here: https://www.fbhvc.co.uk/drive-it-day
Including ability to order a Drive it Day vehicle plaque.
AROC: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day Spring Run, North Wales
Conwy area
See website for details
Details to be announced
Caroline on 01758 770320: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
South Wales Classic Car Club, Drive it Day run
Pontyclun
See website
SWCCC next car run will take place on 21st April to support the National Drive It Day.
Paid-up members have been sent an email with details. It's not too late to join us!
Malcolm Selley: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Bodle Street Green FBHVC Drive It Day Charity Gathering and Road Run
Bodle Street Green, Bodle Street Green, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 4UB
10am-2.30pm
The Bodle Street Green FBHVC Drive It Day Charity Gathering and Road Run will take place on Sunday 21st April from 10am-2.30 pm.It will be at the Bodle Street Green Village Hall and Green and there is free entry to the Public and Exhibitors alike!
There will be veteran, vintage and classic tractors, stationary engines, motor-cycles and model railways to look at. Refreshments will also be available on site.
The Road runners will leave at 10.15am for a tour of local delights and should be back by 1pm so why not come and wave them off?.
There will be a charity collection in aid of Prostate Cancer UK and local charities, over £15,000 has been raised from these events so far
Further details are available from Peter Love 01323 833125 or e mail [email protected]
Peter Love: [email protected] 01323 833125
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day at Brooklands Museum
Weybridge, Surrey
10am - 5pm
Brooklands Museum is pleased to announce this year's Drive It Day along with Ride It Day for the Motorcycle Community on 21st April 2024.
Bring your car or motorcycle and take part in this year's Drive It Day, in aid of the the NSPCC’s Childline®, to raise money to support vulnerable children.
General enquiries: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day meet at Dawlish, Devon
The Lawns, Dawlish, EX7 9PT
10am-4pm
This ever popular event is technically the first national classic opener of the year. Drive it Day is a nationwide event supporting the charity NSPCC. Please support the charity and show your charity rally plate on the day via this link http://www.driveitday.co.uk Drive It Day is open to non members, no need to book just turn up between the hours of 10.00 and 16.00 but cars will need to be escorted on and off by marshals. The Mayor of Dawlish will be choosing the car she would like to take home. Local shops around the Lawns will be open.
Allan Clark: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
St George's Day Run, Norfolk
North Norfolk
9am-10.15am
Run by choice of two 60 mile routes through the the North Norfolk countryside from Sheringham to the Holkham Hall Estate courtesy of the Earl & Countess of Leicester. In aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance. Over 300 entries now closed . Event is carbon balanced under FBHVC scheme with Tree-V
Roy Beckley: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
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Project Shop Drive from Stokenchurch, Bucks
Stokenchurch to Bicester
10:15
Start: At our monthly Sunday morning meet on The Common, Stokenchurch, Bucks.
Route / Destination to Project Shop, Bicester. Arrival at Project Shop around 11am.
Get your run plate here;
https://www.driveitday.co.uk
David Banes: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day, road run Cardigan, West Wales.
Cardigan, Ceredigion, West Wales.
10:30 am
Meet in Parc Teifi, Cardigan from 10:30 am for a 11:00am start.
The run is 54 miles and finishes back in Cardigan. It will be a mix of roads but only has two short slightly narrow bendy sections. It is planned to have a short half hour stop near Rosebush - bring your own flask and snacks if you want to.
The local Morris Minor club as well as many others will be joining in.
We look forward to welcoming you to our run.
Mike Jones-Garner: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive-it Day, Highland
Beauly, Inverness-shire
12.30 for 13.00
Free to enter but pre-registration required on website. Non-members welcome. Collection for L' Arche Highland on the day. Meet at The Square, Beauly.
Miles Vincent: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive It Day Meet for Early Triumph Cars
The Red Barn, Lingfield, Surrey
12 Noon
Meet at 12 noon for lunch at 12.30 pm at The Red Barn, Tandridge Lane, Blindley Heath, Surrey RH7 6LL, open to all early Triumph motor cars.
Jon Quiney: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Marple to Churnet Valley Railway road run
Churnet Valley Railway, Froghall, Staffordshire ST10 2HA
10am start in Marple, Stockport
Drive It Day - The destination will be the Churnet Valley Railway, a 40-mile route (Thanks to Richard Burnham) about 1.5 hours, 10am for 10.30am start from Arkwright Road, Marple.
Jane Harrop: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Jupiter Owners' Auto Club Scenic Run to Quarry Bank, Cheshire
Quarry Bank, Wilmslow
1 pm
The Jupiter Owners' Auto Club will be meeting in the morning at Alderley Edge Hotel and will take a scenic run through the countryside of Cheshire and Derbyshire rendezvousing at the National Trust's Quarry Bank.
Gavin Walker: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Crofton Beam Engines, Drive-it Day meet, Wiltshire
Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 3DW
10:30 - 16:30
We will be happy to welcome any club or individual who wishes to come and see Crofton Beam Engines as part of the Drive-It-Day itinerary.
Crofton Beam Engines sit within a Grade I listed historic site, set in the East of Wiltshire. It is home to the oldest working beam engine in the world, still in its original location, still driven by steam and which can still perform its original task of keeping the Kennet and Avon canal supplied with water at its highest point. We have two engines which pump on “steaming days”.
Our site will be open on the 21st of April from 10.30 to 16.30 to welcome visitors to the Grade I listed engine house where you can see our Lancashire Boiler, several standing engines, and of course our beam engines. Although not in steam on that day, we can provide car parking, access to the site and we will have a refreshment area to tempt visitors to buy tea, coffee and cake.
Many of our volunteers are also classic car enthusiasts and they will have some of their cars on display at Crofton Beam Engines and be taking part in Drive It Day.
Access to the site is free for all. There is a charge for accessing the engine house but we are offering free access for drivers. See our website for more information about Crofton Beam Engines, a branch of The Kennet and Avon Canal Trust.
Want more Information:
The NSPCC: https://www.nspcc.org.uk Young people can contact Childline on 0800 1111 or via 1-2-1 chat on www.childline.org.uk Crofton Beam Engines: Crofton Beam Engines
Dee Nix: [email protected]
21
Apr
2024
Drive it Day road run, Tamar region
Start at Free Car Park, Aysshton Gardens, Callington, PL17 7DW
9.30am for 10am start
The Drive it Day run this year will NOT be the run we have done for the last few years but will be a Treasure Hunt type run. This will be organised by Nick and Nan Palmer and will be a meet up at the FREE car park at Callington and finishing up at a venue for lunch as for a normal run. Nick informs me he has booked for up to 60 people for lunch. There will be rally plaques available from the FBHVC to help to raise funds for Childline who are the chosen charity of the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs. If you can’t use or own a computer then Nick will purchase one for you if you can get your £12.50 to him first. Nick and Nans number is 01579-384384 to book the run and get your Rally Plate if you can’t use a computer.
Nick and Nan have purchased some Rally plates for Drive it Day they have a few so if you want one they come complete with two long cable ties to attach them to your car. So book a plate with them and you can pay for it and fit it on the day of the run.
PLEASE NOTE MEET AT 9.30 for 10.00 at the FREE car park Callington.
Nick and Nan Palmer 01579 384384: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
National Drive-it Day 2025
National
All day
Drive It Day 2025. Yesterday's Vehicles
Supporting Today's Children. National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in 2005. It is the occasion when historic vehicle enthusiasts and the public at large have the opportunity to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention, the motor vehicle. It’s also a chance to raise awareness and support amongst the public for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads. Please see the website for how to support the event. PLEASE NOTE: In 2025, to avoid a clash with the Easter weekend, the event is running on Sunday 27th April 2025, a week later than usual.
27
Apr
2025
Ride-it Day - The Kelpies, Grangemouth
The Kelpies. Grangemouth. Scotland. FK2 7ZT
10am to 4pm
Central Vintage Motor Cycle Club will hold a static display of classic motorcycles and invite riders to either start their ride or to pop in during the day.
Alexander Adams: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
St George's Day Run on Drive It Day
Sheringham To Holkham Estate Courtesy of Earl & Countess of Leicester
9am - 10.15an=m Start
The Run is in aid of East Anglian Air ambulance ( EAAA). There will be two new tulip /narrative routes of about 60 miles to follow through the Norfolk countryside. If you do the Red Route in 2025 then you can do the Green Route in 2026 or vice versa. Entry MUST be by entry form which will will be available on our website or by application to the email from early February There will be no registration permitted on the day There is no set entry fee but a minimum donation of £10 is suggested. Due to generous sponsorship with covers the costs every penny donated goes to the EAAA - the cumulative amount so far raised stands at £73,776.09. The event will be Carbon Balanced under the NNCVC scheme with Tree-V.
Roy Beckley: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-It Day at Apedale Valley Light Railway, Staffordshire
Apedale Valley Light Railway
1100 - 1600
Drive-It Day is a national event when owners of classic road vehicles are encourage to get them out where they belong – on the road. At Apedale, we’re delighted to offer a destination for these classic vehicles – we’ve got tea, toilets and steam trains – what could be better? We’ll be running the trains from 1130 until 4pm, with standard fares applied.
Simon Lomax: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Stockley Lane, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 0NF
10:00
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum opens its gates for this annual national event, organised by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in aid of the NSPCC, https://www.driveitday.co.uk/ We look forward to welcoming everyone taking part in this event and visitors. The museum will be open. Admission: Adult £10, Child £4 See less
Ian Myhill: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Brookspeed Drive It Day
173 Hursley Road Chandlers Ford Southampton Hampshire SO53 1JH
09:00
We would like to welcome entrants to our 2025 Brookspeed "Drive it Day". The event is open to entrants that have purchased their 'fundraising plate' from https://www.driveitday.co.uk/shop . You must have your fundraising plate with you at the event. This drive is open to cars registered before 1st January 2000. This event is restricted to 30 cars, so it is on a 'first come first serve' basis. All registered entrants should arrive at Brookspeed, Chandlers Ford at 09:00 for a 10:00 departure. We will proceed to a venue with refreshments for a 1 hour stop, then head to our final destination at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu and park up for photos. Please RSVP to the email below in order to be registered.
Martin Braybrook: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Klondyke Mill coffee and cars
Klondyke Mill Preservation Centre, Draycott in the Clay, Ashbourne DE6 5GZ
10.00
An informal coffee and cars event for drive it day. Cars can come and go as they please. Tea and coffee will be available to buy throughout the day. The gates will be open from 10.00 and closed at 13.00. All are welcome.
Paul Massey: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-It Day at Transport Museum, Wythall
Transport Museum Wythall, B47 6JA
From 09.00
We welcome all classic vehicle owners (up to the year 2000 please?) to join us at the Transport Museum which will be open to all visitors with car and driver free, passengers pay just £5. Café open with hot food served all day. Vehicles after 2000 will pay full entry price.
Denis Chick: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
JOAC Drive-it-Day - Saltaire
Salts Mill, Saltaire, BD18 3HU
12:00 - 16:00
The Jupiter Owners Auto Club and the Jowett Car Club - Northern Section will display their beautiful historic cars at the UNESCO heritage site of Salts Mill in Saltaire, on the edge of Bradford. The factory for Jowett Cars Ltd was in Idle, Bradford, manufacturing vehicles from 1910 until 1954 (there is now a Morrisons on the site). The clubs are also celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Jowett Jupiter sports car.
Gavin Walker: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Rover P6 club at the History on Wheels Museum, Windsor
History on Wheels Museum, Windsor, SL4 6QY
10.00 - 16.00
This outing is run by the local branch of the club, which calls itself 'P6ers at The Case is Altered'. Please come in your P6. Please let Tony know if you will be coming by emailing [email protected]. The museum is at Eton Wick close to Eton College and Windsor Castle, SL4 6QY. Do not arrive at the museum before 10am but as soon as possible afterwards. We have spaces for 50 P6s at the back of the field beyond the museum entrance. See the Rover P6 Club website events at https://p6club.com/ for 27 April 2025 and the History on Wheels Museum website at http://historyonwheels.co.uk/ for more details. Pay in the museum when you arrive at the special rate for us of £7 per head. Members and non-members of the club are welcome to this event.
Tony Bunting: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Fund-raising coffee stop at Castle View, Windsor
Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
10am - 2pm
• Sunday 27 April, 2025 - coffee and cakes available from 10am - 2.00pm
• If you own a classic vehicle, drive it to Castle View on Drive It Day and support the NSPCC
• Open to anyone with a classic car, van, motorcycle or commercial vehicle and especially those participating in the national Drive It Day event run by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs
• Coffee stop at Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
Just a mile from the centre of Windsor and easily accessed from the M4 and M25, Windsor Great Park, Legoland and Ascot, Castle View will be open to all classic vehicle owners and those keen to view some beautiful classic cars.
“As great classic car enthusiasts ourselves, we thought it would be fun to host a coffee stop for anyone in the West London, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey areas to get their old vehicles out. There’s no knowing what sort of vehicles will be here on the day, but last year we had a wonderful assortment of over 45 classic sports and saloon cars, and we can promise some tasty cakes produced by our talented homeowners,” says Karl Hallows, managing director of Castle View.
To join in, drivers can purchase a ‘Drive It Day’ car plaque from just £12.50 at https://www.driveitday.co.uk/shop and just turn up on the day, no pre-booking required.
Jeremy Clarke: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Coleshill Auto Breakfast Meet
Triumph Factory Visitor Experience, Normandy Way, Hinckley LE10 3BZ
From 0900
We re a monthly classic car and car enthusiasts Club we meet last Sunday of the month and raise money for the Blood bikes in the process we have over 5,000 members and are in our 7th year.
we would like to promote the Drive it day on our meet on the 27th april .
thanks Gary Byrne
GARY BYRNE: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
St George's Day Run from Preston to Blackburn
Café Lazio at Huntleys Whalley Road Preston PR5 0UN
8.00am
Part of the FBHVC Drive it Day. Any age of car is welcome. Start at Café Lazio at Huntleys, Whalley Road, A59, Preston, PR5 0UN, finish at Blackburn Northern Sports Club BB1 8QA. Approximately 116 miles
Adrian Dean: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
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5 Zeros Drive it Day, Bradford-on-Avon
The Old Dairy Kingston Farm, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1TS
09:00
Each year the Childline NSPCC sponsor National Drive it Day to raise much needed funds. We have been supporting this in previous years and are supporting once again this year.
Fundraising Drive it Day Plates can be purchased here (£12.50). https://www.driveitday.co.uk/shop
This is a great excuse to fire up your TVRs and enjoy a drive out in convoy with other TVRs, this time all meeting up at the Five Zeros Supercar Barn https://www.fivezeros.co.uk/
An absolutely incredible collection of Supercars, and a superb auto themed American Diner, all under the roof of a massive Barn.
We have been granted access to this amazing venue, normally booked out all year. Places are limited and tickets cost £10 per TVR, although this is redeemable in the diner or shop.
If you like to attend please email me, Eric Appleby at [email protected], and I will send all the details needed.
Regional convoys to be arranged nearer the time.
Eric Appleby: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it day run to the Atwell Wilson Museum in Calne
Cross Hands, Old Sodbury, BS37 6RJ
8.30 a. m until 11.00 a.m
We are arranging a Drive It day run after our breakfast meeting at The Cross Hands at Old Sodbury on the A46 out to the Atwell Wilson Museum in Calne. Members and non members welcome to join us. Get your rally plaque from FBHVC.
John Moon: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-It Day JEC South Wales
South Wales
10:00
The South Wales Region will be holding its "Drive it Day" event on the Sunday 27th of April 2025 as part of the National Drive It Day events in aid of Childline. The start point is the Coed Y Mwstwr Hotel, Coychurch, CF35 6AF
It is open to members from all regions of the JEC but please try and turn up in a Jaguar if possible. Your spouses, guests or friends are welcome.
We'll meet at The Coed y Mwstwr near Bridgend for morning refreshments and then depart for a drive-out on an interesting run, with comfort and coffee stops. We'll then take a spectacular run back to the Coed y Mwstwr for a fabulous lunch. Route plans will be provided with all the information you will need, although most of us will just follow the car in front!
Where & When
Meet at the The Coed Y Mwstwr Hotel, Coychurch, CF35 6AF on Sunday 27th April from 10:00am. Depart for our drive at 11:00am sharp. Lunch is at about 3.00pm.
Cost
The cost of £43 per person includes:
Upon Arrival
Morning Tea & Coffee
Bacon Sandwich or Vegetarian option
Upon Return
A Two Course Lunch
Route
Route Plans will be provided
Please note, desserts & drinks are not included and should be paid for on the day.
How To Book
Pre-bookings only.
We'll won't be able to add anyone on the day.
Contact the region to book (or see the Facebook Page)
John Hunt: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Cavalier & Chevette Club, Central South Region Road Run
Berkshire/ Hampshire/Wiltshire
11.00
A road run across 3 counties. Starting in Newbury, most people will join the run at car park of the Basing House ruins (The St, Old Basing, Basingstoke RG24 7BH) Berkshire, down to Basingstoke, Hampshire, over to Andover, then Devizes, Wiltshire, with the final destination being the Atwell- Wilson Museum, Calne, Chippenham, Wiltshire for lunch and a visit to the museum at £10 per person entry.
Dawn Hill: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
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Drive-it Day at Brooklands Museum
Brooklands Museum, Brooklands Road, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 0QN
9am
Join this year's Drive It Day along with Ride It Day for the Motorcycle Community. Classic cars or motorcycles (pre-31 July 1995) are welcome to display their vehicle against the backdrop of historic Brooklands Museum and enjoy a hot drink or bite from the Sunbeam Café.
Gates open at 9am for classic vehicles via Campbell Gate off Brooklands Road. The Museum and Sunbeam Café open at 10am.
Events Team: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Midget & Sprite Club Cotswolds Circular
Old Sodbury, Wiltshire
8.30am
The Bristol region of the Midget and Sprite Club are organising a Drive-It Day run around the Cotswolds, starting and finishing at The Cross Hands Hotel in Old Sodbury. All Midgets and Sprites are welcome to attend. The route will be defined by Tulip diagrams so a navigator will be required to keep on track. Please contact the organiser to be added to the attendee list.
Niall Cook: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
MGCC Lincolnshire Drive it Day
Drive in to Woodland Waters, Ancaster from 3 starting points
11.00 am
The MG Car Club will support National Drive your Classic car Day by organising a drive-in event to Woodland Waters, Ancaster on Sunday, April 27th 2025. Participants can meet fellow classic car enthusiasts to drive in from various locations in Lincolnshire to Ancaster. These locations are likely to be from Caistor, Lincoln and Dyke but further details will be available from the website www.mgcclincolnshire.co.uk.
All classic car owners are welcome to attend this event and participate. David Stonehouse, Competition Secretary of the Lincolnshire Centre and organiser of the event says, “We encourage all classic car owners to attend. They will be most welcome and can participate in a Pride of Ownership Competition for MGs and non-MG cars with the winners receiving a prize. There will also be a walking Treasure Hunt around Woodland Waters so there is plenty for everyone to enjoy”
Woodland Waters has its own restaurant and bar “ Woody’s” where light refreshments and Sunday lunches are available. Please see their website www.woodysbar.co.uk for further details or bookings.
Entry forms are available from the MG Car Club’s website www.mgcclincolnshire.co.uk or are also available directly from David Stonehouse by emailing him on [email protected]
David Stonehouse: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
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Cornwall Alvis Drive it Day
Bodmin moor
9.45am
We are driving from Bodmin aerodrome at Cardinham in mid-Cornwall to Tregathen farm shop café over a route of approximately 44 miles along interesting and varied roads.
Bruce Goodwin: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
UVOCC "Drive It" to Glenarm Castle
Antrim Coast Road Northern Ireland
10.00
Organised by the Ulster Vauxhall Opel Classic Community our Annual Drive-It Day run around the beautiful Antrim Coast Road to the historic Glenarm Castle.
Two starting points, Ballymac Hotel 10.30am and Landsdown Crescent Portrush 10am, to converge on the venue from both directions. All participants welcome.
William Maxwell: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Morris Minor Owners Club Meeting
Ullesthorpe Court Hotel, Lutterworth, LE17 5BZ
10am
A run out, supporting the FHBVC Drive it Day, to the MMOC Branch Liaison and AGM (note: only current MMOC Members can attend the actual meetings).
Paul Leadbetter: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
NSPCC Drive It Day at Gatwick Aviation Museum
Gatwick Aviation Museum, Lowfield Heath Rd, Charlwood, Gatwick RH6 0BT
10:00
The Jaguar Drivers Club Sussex and Surrey is organising this Drive It Day which will be supported by the Jaguar Enthusiasts Clubs from West and East Sussex. The event will take place at the Gatwick Aviation Museum which has a varied collection of aircraft, aircraft engines and over 500 aircraft models. The museum also has displays and artefacts related to local aviation history particularly Gatwick Airport. Aircraft on display include the Avro Shackleton MR3, Blackburn Buccaneer S1, English Electric Lightning F.53 and Percival Sea Prince.
Anthony Connorton: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it Day 2025, Bideford, Devon
Bideford, Devon
0900
Local club Drive-it Day meet/run - Please contact the club for location and event details
Ant Kane: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive it Day Hampshire Run
Hants. & West Sussex
09.00
Starting from The Angel Hotel on the A32 near Privett, this year’s run will venture from Hampshire into West Sussex before arriving at our finish venue – The Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, near Chichester in West Sussex.
Entry fee will be £50 per car and two occupants (£55 non-members) to include:
Tea/Coffee/ and biscuits at the start, Tulip Roadbook, FBHVC Drive it Day Rally Plate and entry to The Tangmere Military Aviation Museum. Extra passengers are welcome but there will be a charge of £12 per passenger
There will also be a range of breakfast food options available to purchase at the start.
(To help with catering arrangements on the day please indicate on the entry from below if you intend to take advantage of this facility – thanks.)
For more information and an entry form, contact: [email protected]
Dave Rosher: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Classic Car Club Bury St Edmunds Drive It Day
Bury St Edmunds
10:00am
The Classic Car Club of Bury St Edmunds will be organising a meandering drive from Bury St Edmunds to The Ipswich Transport Museum. All club members and visitors welcome. We will depart from the Coffee House Moseleys Farm, Fornham All Saints IP28 6JY at 10:00 am
Richard Comely: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
CARS & CUPPAS
EXETER
7AM - 1PM
We will be planning a drive from Exeter to North Devon to explore some lovely driving roads and scenic villages.
TALASI MAY: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Isle of Wight Morris Minors Owners Club Drive it Day
Three stage drive around the Isle of Wight
Start 11am - 12.30pm , 1.30pm - 2.30pm. 3.30pm - 4.30pm.
Three stage drive around the Isle of Wight. Morning car run from Ryde Canoe Lake at 11am to Godshill Old Smithy (Lunch). Afternoon car run from Godshill at 1.30pm to Freshwater Fort Victoria (Tea). Late Afternoon car run from Freshwater 3.30pm to Cowes, Newport and Home.
Stuart Scovell: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it day at Great Northern Classics
Great Northern Classics, 274-278 Osmaston Road, Derby DE24 8AE
10am - 3pm
Join us at Great Northern Classics to display your car on Drive-it Day. If you're organising a drive-it run, you can start or finish your journey with us. Please contact Alex to make arrangements. Support Drive-it Day's fundraising by buying your Rally Plaque here: https://driveitday.co.uk/shop
Alex Downs: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive it day - Ayrshire road run
Ayr to Peebles
10am departure
Leaving Ayr Dobbies at 10am for a leisurely run to Peebles in the Scottish Borders
Gemma Wade: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Teapot Run, West Sussex
Wisborough Green
10am for 10.30 start
Brian Boult Memorial Run and Ride it Day supporting Childline. Starts at Wisborough Green RH14. 35 to 40 Miles finishes at Tangmere Military Museum. 10am for 10.30 start free to Members of BTSC. Day Memberships available for Non Members
Robert Hill: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Mercedes Benz South Wales and Herefordshire Llandovery drive
South Wales
9am
For our Regions Drive It Day, we are taking a run along the Devilish way from Beulah to Llandovery. You don't have to have a ‘classic’ car to join in, but if you do, bring it along!
Meeting at The Hollybush,Pendwyallt Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF14 7EG at 9:00am for breakfast then drive to The Trout Inn, Beulah LD5 4UU (whispers.inefficient.dorm) for 11.00 am, when the pub opens. There is a car park to the rear of the petrol station that is shared with the pub.
Having refreshed ourselves we will head off taking in the Abergwesyn Common. This is a mostly single-track road, with passing places though there is no grass growing down the middle! As we meander slowly up the valley, we will reach the head, where the road suddenly goes vertical with a double hairpin. If you don’t get wheelspin, you are not doing it right!
Passing through forest, suddenly we descend an equally steep incline (low gear advised) and take a left to follow the Llyn Brianne reservoir. There is an opportunity to go to the top of the dam where there is a carpark and a viewing area over the spillway. This is one of the largest rock fill dams in the country and is constructed purely of rock obtained from the site.
When ready proceed to Llandovery where we will enjoy a late lunch at The West End Café. All dietary requirements are catered for, though the custard slice is a must.
jonathan Drake: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive it Day: Classic Car Show, Staffordshire
Statfold Country Park, near Tamworth
10am until 4pm
Enjoy a classic car show with a twist on the 27th April 2024.
Not only will there be several classic car exhibits for you to explore and look at – but you can also visit our good friends from Transport Museum Wythall who will be displaying buses and providing leisure trips on their vintage buses!
Whilst here you can board a train for rides around our stunning countryside railway. Explore the world-renowned Roundhouse Museum or take the little ones to let off some steam in Toby’s Barn Soft Play!
Plus, our Mease Valley Light Railway will be open to take you on a journey to the Mease Valley Woods for a woodland stroll with your family!
Apply to exhibit on our website. All car exhibit fees are in support of Statfold Narrow Gauge Museum Trust.
Show your support to Childline by ordering your Drive it Day plate and make a JustGiving donation.
Lauren Jones: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Hellfire Motor Vehicle Club
West Wycombe
9:30am
Meet for a chat then run to another location with a cafe or pub.
David Banes: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive It Day Cars and Coffee, near Wantage, Wiltshire
Maundrell and Co Ltd, Blandys Farm, Bassett Rd, Letcombe Regis, Wantage OX12 9LJ
10am start
Once again hosting Drive It Day on Sunday 27th April with food and drink available as well as AutoGlym supporting the day along with Hobsons Choice from Swindon, Bath and Winchester.
David Maundrell: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
60 miles for 60 years of the Bristol Austin Seven Club7C
South of Bristol
10.00am - 17.00
We are having a 60 mile, hop on , hop off run, with 3 stages where participants can join and/or leave the circular route. The idea is for the Bristol Austin 7 Club to complete 60 miles to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the formation of the Club. Not everyone will do the whole circuit (travelling to and from the meeting points could make it too long for our old cars) but the whole route will be covered. The three arrive/depart venues are:
1. Burrington Inn (disused)
9.45 am meet for 10.00 departure
2. Newton Farm Shop and Cafe
11.15 am (coffee stop) for 11.45
departure
3. East Somerset Railway,
Cranmore lunch/picnic
1.30 pm for 3.00 departure back to
Burrington.
Sue Riley: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
South Down TR Group, Hastings
The Stade Hastings
10.00 to 400pm
Triumph TR Register regional event at the Stade, Old Town, Hastings
Glynn Boyd: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it Day in Dundee
Dundee Museum of Transport, Market Mews, Market Street, Dundee, DD1 3LA
10.00-16.30
Do you own a classic vehicle? Drop in to Dundee Museum of Transport on Drive-It day. Half price entry to visitors who arrive in their vintage or classic (pre 1981) vehicle. This event is free for members who should show their membership card on arrival.
Paul: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it Day Run, North-West Essex
North West Essex
10.00 to 13.00
Club run - with MSA Permit - through the Beauchamps and Fields villages of about 40 miles
and ending at a restaurant/tea room at Blake End. A run over generally easy roads will start from Sudbury Waitrose to Blakes House Craft Centre of about 40 miles. Just an easy first run of the season.
George Wilder: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
MG Car Club visit to woodland waters, Ancaster
Woodland Waters, Ancaster
1100
Entry form is on the website or contact the organiser
David Stonehouse: [email protected]
27
Apr
2025
Drive-it Day at The Classic Motor Hub, Gloucestershire
Old Walls, Ablington, Cirencester GL7 5FF
10am-1pm
This Drive-It Day 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. See the website for bookings and more information. Tickets are per car/motorcycle, rather than per person.
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 our 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.
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2026
Isle of Man MiniFest
Isle of Man
09.00
In its second year, The Isle of Man MiniFest will see one of the biggest gathering of Mini's old and new ever seen on the Island. Participants will enjoy a number of exclusive inclusions; a Island Introduction Fun Run, Mini Display at Peel Castle, Admission to the IOM Motor Museum, Mini Gathering in Jurby, Afternoon Tea at the famous Creg-Ny-Baa and a Photo Shoot in the TT Pitlanes.
Participants will also be celebrating Drive-it Day with a drive on the world famous TT course.
Get involved or register your interest for 2027!
Oliver Breeden: [email protected]
24
Apr
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26
Apr
2026
Isle of Man FordFest
Isle of Man
0900
Back by popular demand, The Isle of Man FordFest will see one of the biggest gathering of Ford old, new and retro ever seen on the Island. Participants will enjoy a number of exclusive inclusions; a Island Introduction Fun Run, Ford Display at Peel Castle, Admission to the IOM Motor Museum, Ford Gathering in Jurby, Afternoon Tea at the famous Creg-Ny-Baa and a Photo Shoot in the TT Pitlanes.
Participants will also be celebrating Drive-it Day with a drive on the world famous TT course.
Get involved or register your interest for 2027!
Oliver Breeden: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day at Great Northern Classics
Great Northern Classics, 274-278 Osmaston Road, Derby DE24 8AE
10am
We're excited to be hosting a Drive it Day meet for a second year at Great Northern Classics. We're an inclusive venue that welcomes enthusiasts from all corners of the community. We have plenty of indoor and outdoor space with displays and our tram shed cafe serving up refreshments.
alex downs: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
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Drive-it Day at Great British Car Journey, near Derby
Great British Car Journey, Derwent Works, Ambergate, Derbyshire, DE56 2HE
10am-4pm
Great British Car Shows Presents: Drive It Day on April 26th:
Organised by the wonderful Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs who do so much work to protect our cars from being outlawed. The day is open house at Great British Car Journey for ANY Classic car.
A £15 pre-paid ticket gives you entry to the Museum as well as 3x £5 vouchers to redeem against the café, merchandise or driving experiences (given on the day).
On the day entry in an eligible vehicle is £15 per person, but you don’t receive redeemable vouchers.
As these are linked events, any make of car over 20 years old can also take advantage of the above offers for any event!
For eligible vehicles – kids under 15 go FREE.
(Vouchers valid for the event day only. No change given on vouchers.)
Along with the themed cars and other exciting classic cars that will be on show in the car park through our “Linked Events” scheme you can also enjoy the display of over 150 British Classic Cars in the Museum to enjoy too.
The Filling Station Cafe will be open as usual serving great coffee, drinks and snacks.
See website
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2026
York Racecourse to Sherburn Drive-it Day run
Start at York Racecourse
9.30am
Destination Sherburn Aero: NO ENTRY FORM NEEDED, NON-MEMBERS WELCOME, vehicles over 15-years old welcome. Join us with your classic vehicle for a drive from York Race Course YO23 1EX (9.30AM meet up and leave at 10am) to Sherburn Aero LS25 6JE
Full catering facilities and bar available.
[email protected], Peter: 01904 907126, Gary 07802 531542
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day - Tynemouth Mini Club
Northumberland
09:00
Tynemouth Mini Club will be meeting for breakfast and then setting off for a run through the Northumberland. Stopping off at various scenic points along the way. Contact the organisers for start point and other details
Run is open to both classic and modern minis and more informaiton can be obtained by contacting Tynemouth Mini Club
Bruce & Sarah McLaren: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
St George's Day - Drive-it Day
The Foxfields Hotel, near Whalley, Ribble Valley, BB7 9HY
10.00
Start and finish are at The Foxfields Hotel, BB7 9HY. Maximum entries 70. All classic cars & other cherished cars of any age are welcome. Entries close 16th April. Regs and Entry Form available now, 101 miles.
Adrian Dean: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
The Lavender Run on Drive-it Day
Stratford upon Avon
8.30am
REDDITCH & DISTRICT CAR CLUB LAVENDER RUN 2026
A Scenic Classic Car Tour Through the Heart of England
Join us for a relaxed and sociable classic car tour, covering approximately 130 miles along some of the finest roads in Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and the Cotswolds.
This untimed run is designed to be enjoyed at your own pace, with plenty of opportunities to stop, socialise, and admire the scenery.
DRIVE IT DAY – 26 APRIL 2026
The Lavender Run takes place on Drive It Day, the annual celebration promoted by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs, encouraging classic vehicle owners to get their cars out on the road and use them as intended — not leave them sitting in the garage like ornaments.
What better way to mark Drive It Day than a full day of classic motoring on some of the country’s most enjoyable roads, shared with fellow enthusiasts?
EVENT DETAILS
Route Distance
Approximately 130 miles
Start & Finish
Stratford Garden Centre
Breakfast roll at the start
Two-course dinner from 16:00
ROUTE & HALTS
Morning Halt
Halford Arms
Tea and cake included
Lunch Halt
Compton Verney
• Lunch available in the restaurant (not included)
• Picnic welcome
• Gallery, café and facilities available
Afternoon Stop
Lavender Fields
• Ice cream and cold drinks kiosk
• Tearoom and toilets available
• We hope the lavender will be in full bloom
FINISH
Return to Stratford Garden Centre for a two-course meal, served from 16:00, rounding off a memorable day of classic motoring.
Roger Taylor: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day Run - North West Essex
North West Essex
10.00 to 13.00
A gentle 40 mile run through north west Essex and south suffolk.
Starting at Waitrose Sudbury (CO10 2SS) ending at WIllow Tree Farm Cafe near Glemsford, CO10 7QU
George Wilder: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day - Dundee
Dundee Museum of Transport, 10 Market Mews, Market St, Dundee DD1 3LA
10:00 - 15:30
The very first “Drive it Day” was held way back on April 23, 1900. Then called the ‘One Thousand Mile Trial,’ the 11-day challenge aimed to prove the potential of a new-fangled invention – the car.
Now, one hundred and twenty-six years later, we celebrate that pioneering spirit with the modern Drive it Day, bringing together clubs and vehicles of every era to celebrate the passion for the open road.
Join us for our final Drive it Day at Market Mews – before we make the big move to the restored Maryfield Tram Depot in 2027.
Are you a club or a vehicle owner looking for somewhere to make a stop? Why not join us? Email us at [email protected] to book a place.
Sonja Nowicki: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
South Wales JEC Drive-it Day
Bridgend
10:00
JEC South Wales Drive it Day Run and Meal - Sunday 26th April - Our Drive it Day event is open to members from all regions of the JEC including spouses, guests and friends.
The starting point for Drive It Day will once again be The Coed y Mwstwr Hotel near Coychurch CF35 6AF. Morning refreshments and a late lunch are included.
Route plans will be provided on the day.
Click the link for more details https://mailchi.mp/83ae4.../jecsw-drive-it-day-2026-10932274
John Hunt: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
MARM (Militaria Artisan & Re-enactors Market)
South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TL
8.30am to 3pm
MARM is a one-day Militaria, Artisan and Reenactors Market
MARM is ideal for military history enthusiasts, collectors and reenactors looking to browse a wide range of stalls in one accessible location undercover, so its weatherproof! Traders drive to their pitches (a bit like a posh bootsale set up)
Visitors can expect:
Militaria and military collectibles
Reenactor equipment and supplies
Artisan traders, including food and craft stalls
A relaxed, easy to navigate market
If you have a Drive It Day vehicle badge entry will be half price. Take a photo of your vehicle showing the badge and present it at the pay desk. We are also setting aside part of the car park near the entry for vintage, classic and militaria vehicles.
Sara Hughes: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Cavalier & Chevette Club Central South Region Road Run
Berkshire/ Hampshire/ Wiltshire
11.00
Road run starting at Newbury (contact organiser for start location), through Basingstoke, Andover, Stonehenge, Devizes, Atwell-Wison museum for lunch, and back to Newbury
Dawn Hill: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
ACE Cheshire Excursion
Ashbourne, Derbyshire to Dunham Massey, Manchester
10 am
Asbourne Classic Enthusiasts this year’s Spring Run we will be visiting Dunham Massey which is a National Trust property near Manchester. The total distance for the day is just over 100 miles with a scenic route out via the Staffordshire Moorlands and Cheshire with the return journey on A roads.
Meet at the Royal Oak, Hanging Bridge, Ashbourne for coffee at 10.00am and start the drive at 10.30am. We will also finish at the Royal Oak for an evening meal at 6.00pm for 6.30pm. The cost of the 2-course meal is £24.00 which includes a gratuity.
Ian Jones: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day - Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight
10.30am
Three stage drive around the Isle of Wight 1st stage starting at 10.30am at Coppins Bridge car park in Newport then on to Godshill for lunch, stage 2 starting at Godshill 1.30pmfor drive to Fort Victoria Yarmouth for tea, then stage 3 leaving Yarmouth at 3pm for drive to Cowes, Newport and Home. All classic cars welcome to all or part of the drive , come and go as you please
Stuart Scovell: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive It Day at Concours House, Bradford on Avon
Concours House, Bradford on Avon
09:00
Celebrate the spirit of motoring heritage at Concours House this Drive It Day! On Sunday, April 26th, we are throwing open our gates from 9am to 4pm to welcome enthusiasts and car clubs from across the region and beyond.
Whether you’re arriving in a cherished classic or simply want to admire a stunning lineup of vintage and performance machinery, Concours House offers the perfect backdrop for a day of petrol-fueled nostalgia. It’s a chance to blow off the cobwebs, share stories with fellow owners, and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere dedicated to the joy of driving.
Event Details
When: Sunday, 26th April | 9am – 4pm
Where: Concours House
Who: All clubs and individual enthusiasts welcome!
Sarah Williams: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day - Boston Car Club
Lincolnshire
10-11am
Boston Classic Car Club will be meeting at The Ivy's Restaurant, Swineshead, Boston, Lincs at approximately 10am and will leave for a drive at approximately 11am. The route will finish at The Brass Windmill, Helpringham, Sleaford, Lincs. Participants can have a pre-booked lunch if they wish at the eatery. We will wind through some of the back roads of Lincolnshire to our destination.
Clive Frear: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Cars & Coffee Drive-It Day, near Exeter
Five Bridges, Willand Rd, Cullompton EX15 1QP
09:00
We're looking forward to welcoming as many petrolheads as we can into our Dedicated Cars & Coffee Venue for Drive it Day! We love what Drive it Day does for petrolheads, and it lines up perfectly with our values as a venue.
Max Fournier: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day - North Wiltshire Triumph
Starting from Chippenham Pit Stop, SN15 5LH
10:30
To celebrate Drive it Day, North Wiltshire Triumph are organising a drive around the white horses of Wiltshire. There is the opportunity of breakfast at the start of the drive at the Chippenham Pit Stop (SN15 5LH). The route is approximately 50 miles.
Craig Gingell: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Jaguar Enthusiasts Club Drive-it Day at Haynes Motor Museum 2026
Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford, Yeovil , BA22 7LH
10:00 AM - 16:30
Drive It Day at Haynes Motor Museum – Sunday 26th April
Join us for a fantastic day of motoring heritage and club camaraderie as we head to the Haynes Motor Museum on Sunday 26th April in celebration of Drive It Day.
Conveniently located just off the A303, the museum offers an ideal setting for a relaxed and engaging club meet, with the venue opening from 10:00am and last entry at 4:30pm. With plenty of parking available—including a dedicated area for our members—it’s the perfect opportunity to showcase your Jaguar alongside fellow enthusiasts.
Originally initiated by the XJS Section, this event warmly welcomes all Jaguar models, making it a brilliant chance to connect with members across the club and appreciate the diversity of the marque.
The Haynes Motor Museum itself is home to an impressive collection of over 300 vehicles, charting the evolution of the motor car from its earliest days to modern classics. Members can take advantage of discounted entry at just £17.50 per person (30% off), and tickets can even be upgraded to an annual pass at reception on the day—great value for those keen to return.
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy:
Free guided tours (lasting 60–90 minutes), offering deeper insight into the collection
The excellent on-site Café 750, perfect for a relaxed lunch or coffee break
A well-stocked gift shop, featuring Haynes manuals, automobilia, and an extensive range of model cars
As part of Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs’ Drive It Day initiative, the event also supports the NSPCC, the UK’s leading charity working to prevent child abuse and neglect. Members are encouraged to purchase their official rally plates directly via the Drive It Day website, priced at £12.50 for a standard plate or £30 for platinum. Please note that rally plates are not included in the museum entry fee.
For those looking to make a full day or weekend of it, the surrounding area offers a number of fantastic attractions, including the iconic Stonehenge and the fascinating Fleet Air Arm Museum.
Whether you’re there for the cars, the history, or simply the drive, this promises to be a memorable and worthwhile event for all involved.
David Randall: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Citroën Car Club Northern Section - Drive it day
The Carding Shed - Washpit Mills, Holmfirth HD9 2RD
11:00
The Plan: We aim to gather in the car park from 11:00 AM. There is no formal "convoy" planned, giving you the freedom to choose your own scenic route through the Yorkshire hills.
At the Venue:
• Explore the Oil Can Cafe for a brew or a bite.
• Browse the vintage shops and classic workshop.
• Catch up with fellow enthusiasts and talk all things Citroën.
Important Note: If you wish to have a full lunch at the cafe, we strongly recommend booking your table directly with The Carding Shed in advance, as they get very busy on event days.
We look forward to seeing you (and your car) there.
Colin Smith: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-It Day at the Classic Motor Hub in the Cotswolds
Classic Motor Hub, Bibury, Gloucestershire GL7 5FF
10am-1pm PRE-BOOK ONLY
PRE-BOOKED TICKETS ONLY! See website for details. At The Classic Motor Hub we invite you to "drive it" to The Hub on April 26th 10am-1pm and help to generate awareness of classic cars and supporting the historic vehicle movement to keep transport heritage on UK roads!
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 our 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.
Ocean Schwartz: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Jaguar Enthusiasts Club - Bucks & Herts
Buckinghamshire
10.00
Our annual spring drive starting at 10am for drinks and a bacon roll followed by a 45 minute drive out to Ascott House, National Trust Estate, LU7 0PS where we have a club stand and designated parking for the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club - Bucks & Herts region.
Fred Jackson: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day. Brighton Centre. Morgan Sports Car Club
The Cafe at Perryhill Farm Shop, Hartfield, TN7 4JJ
12.00 until 15.00
Lunch during between 12.00 and 15.00 after or before a run. No need to book in advance at Perryhill Cafe
D, Neary: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day at Crofton Beam Engines
Crofton, Marlbrough, Wiltshire, SN8 3DW
10:00 to 15:00
Crofton Beam Engines is a unique Georgian Pumping Station set in the heart of rural Wiltshire. Built to feed the highest point of the Kennet and Avon Canal with water, the site includes the oldest working Beam Engine in the world, still in its original location, still performing the function for which it was originally built on special days. Those special days include Drive It Day. Dating back to 1807 the site reflects the glory days of the Industrial Revolution and includes views across Brunel's Great Western Railway (now the main line between Paddington and Penzance), the Kennet and Avon Canal and the glorious Wilton Water beyond. See our website for more details.
Many of our volunteers have classic cars and we welcome all classic car owners to Crofton to share our experiences, to visit the Pumping Station with its Beam Engines and to support NSPCC's Childline. We have ample car parking including disabled spaces. Drivers of classic cars will be offered entrance at discount on the normal entry fee to the Pumping Station. Our boiler will be in steam and mighty beam engines will be pumping a tonne of water a stroke to top up the Kennet and Avon Canal. See our web site for more details. Our Smithy Tea Room will be open offering a fine selection of hot and cold drinks, cakes, and savoury snacks.
No need to book in advance but if you are coming in a large group if you can let us know if advance we will do our best to reserve parking for your group.
For the NSPCC, we will have leaflets and collection points for you to find out more about the NSPCC or to make a donation (cash only).
Dee Nix: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Phoenix Classics Drive-it day to the AVRO Heritage Museum
Stockport, Cheshire
0930
We are arranging a trip out to the AVRO museum at the old RAF Woodford site for this year's Drive it Day. The plan is to meet at 9:30am at Lymm Services for a 9:45am start. It's a 20 mile trip via Knutsford, Mobberley and Wilmslow and will take about 45 minutes.
The entry cost for the museum is £9, over 60s are £7. There are some exhibits that carry an extra charge and need booking on arrival.
We can have a group photo with the Vulcan at £3 per car, or individually at £5 per car.
Lunch can either be in the AVRO centre cafe, or nearby at the Aviator pub or the Notcutts garden centre. We can decide on the day.
The suggested route Map will be given out on the day. It's entirely up to you if you follow it, but obviously it will make sense to.
Darren Walsh: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Scenic drive to Glenarm Castle
Glenarm Castle, 2 Castle Lane, Glenarm, Ballymena, BT44 0BQ
Meeting at noon.
Meeting up at Lisburn and Portrush and driving along the lovely Coast Road to meet up at Glenarm.
Ken Smyth: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-It Day at Shuttleworth
Shuttleworth, Alder Drive, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9DT
09:00 -17:00
Join us at Shuttleworth to celebrate National Drive It Day 2026. Whether you're part of a car club or just want to enjoy a closer look at these incredible cars, everyone is welcome – with over 70 classic vehicles already confirmed!
Bring 10 or more cars and you receive:
30 day return ticket to Collection & Swiss Garden
Reserved display parking
Display photo opportunity*
Advertised spot on our website
Mark Cooper: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Midget & Sprite Club (Hampshire)
The Bridge Inn, Shawford Road, Winchester, SO21 2BP
1000
All welcome. Start time 1000 with a drive down towards Cadnam and the New Forest
Matthew Thomas: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Binton Bangers & Bikes
Binton Social Club, Binton, Warwickshire, CV37 9TU
10am
Binton Bangers & Bikes Drive it Day
Breakfast meet up
Raffle donated by the club - proceeds to NSPCC
Free entry but donations to NSPCC appreciated
Come along with your friends and enjoy a meet up of cars and bikes
Sara Smith: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-It Day at Brooklands Museum
Brooklands Museum, Brooklands Drive, Weybridge KT13 0SL
10am
Join this year's Drive It Day along with Ride It Day for the motorcycle community at Brooklands Museum.
Bring your classic car or motorcycle to take part in this year's Drive It Day, in aid of the the NSPCC’s Childline®, to raise money to support vulnerable children. Vehicles registered up to and including 1996 are welcome. For example, the registration number for this date will have a P prefix e.g. P123 ABC.
Gates open at 9am for classic vehicles via Campbell Gate off Brooklands Road. All other visitor parking from 10am in The Heights, please follow the yellow event signage. The Museum exhibits and Sunbeam Café open at 10am.
Events Team: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day Wigton Motor Club
Dalemain House, Ullswater, CA11 0HB
10:00 12:00
Beautiful Dalemain House near Penrith, there were over 200 cars last year. The age range spanned 1920s to modern Hypercars
John Harris: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day in Keighley
Keighley Rugby Union Club, BD20 6DT
1pm
Short (approx 30 miles) local car run. Meet KRU Utley, Keighley 1pm for 1.30pm departure. Weather forecast is good for Sunday 24th
Ian Gillow: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day in Teignmouth
The Den, Teignmouth, TQ14 8BB
10am-4pm
Open to all, subject to capacity and conditions.
Mike Fenner: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Land Rover Drive-it Day, Essex
Blake House Craft Centre, Blake End, Nr Braintree, Essex CM77 6SH
10am
The Land Rover Series I,II,III Club and Blake House Craft Centre invite Classic Land Rover Owners to celebrate Drive it Day on 26th April.
Bring your pre 1990 Classic Land Rover along from 10am for a field full of chat, coffee and looking under bonnets.
Newer Land Rovers also welcomed in the post 1990 parking area.
Richard allin: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day from Abergavenny
Abergavenny
10.00am
Starting at The Ignition Shed Abergavenny NP7 8DF, travelling to Brecon via Hay on Wye , Builth Wells, Epynt.
Paul Webb: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
BMRC Drive-it Day, Lincolnshire
meet in Sainsburys car park, Exeter Street, Bourne, PE10 9NJ, at 10am
10:00
This year the plan is to visit the Romany Museum at Spalding entry £8-50
On Drive it Day we will meet in Sainsburys car park, Exeter Street, Bourne at 10am, you will
be given the route and we will aim to depart by 10-20am.
Peter Dobson: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
East Anglia Lotus Club - Drive-it Day
East Anglia
08:45 (Rickinghall), 09:15 (Halstead), 10:30 Kersey Mill
This year we will be heading to a car meeting at Kersey Mill, IP7 6DP, near Hadleigh in Suffolk
Please note we will not be exhibiting our cars and will be parking in the public car parking area for which there is a £5 charge, which goes towards the upkeep of the Mill.
We are planning to have two informal runs to Kersey, one “northern” and one “southern”, or alternatively you could just meet us at the Mill from 10:00 - 10:30am onwards.
North meeting point
Meeting point in the large lay-by on the south side of A143 (Bury-St-Edmunds to Diss road) near Rickinghall, via Stowmarket, meeting up from 08:45 and leaving at 09:00.
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South meeting point
Meeting point on the A131 (Braintree to Sudbury) at Chapel Street car park in Halstead (CO9 2LR), meeting up from 09:15 and leaving at 09:30.
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John Henderson: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Jersey Classic Vehicle Club DRIVE IT DAY
ST CLEMENT
from 10.30am
This is an event the Jersey Classic Vehicle Club has been supporting for the last four years and just under £3500 has been raised over the years so far for NSPCC Jersey. We expect at least 50 cars to come along on Sunday morning from 10.30am at St Clement's Parish Hall. This is also our normal monthly Sunday meeting so Vehicle of the Month will be also chosen. Tea/Coffee and assorted cakes will be served prior to setting off at 12 noon for the Drive.
We shall be collecing donations during the morning in the NSPCC buckets as well as the Plate money being donated. Please come along and support a fantastic Charity.
A warm welcome awaits anyone who is a petrol head, an enthusiast of Classice vehicles, in fact all are very welcome to come along and view the cars and donate in the buckets.
Best Wishes and Safe Driving
from Frank and Pam Laurens, JCVC
Frank and Pam Laurens: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Historic Commercial Vehicle Society road run for Drive it day
Starts Highams Hill Farm CR6 9PQ. Finishes Riverside View Cafe RH18 5DW
from 8am, leave farm at 10am
Join us for our 4th Annual Road run through the Kent and Sussex countryside. If you would like to join us with your historic commercial vehicle please contact Anthony Kemp on 07789 284954. Or watch us on route as we wind our way through Keston, Biggin Hill, Westerham, Limpsfield, Crockham Hill, Hartfield and finishing up at the wonderful little Riverside View Cafe in Forest Row (who do a great brownie!)
Camilla Johnson: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Glasgow Moggies - Drive it day
Dobbies Garden centre , Milngavie, G62 6EP
10.30am
Drive will take us in a circular route through Stirlingshire, we will also complete the Three Lochs forest drive above Aberfoyle where we will stop for a team picnic
Allan Methven: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
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The Cambridge-Oxford Owners Club Lancashire Area
St Helens (see description_
10am
Meet 10am for breakfast at the Waterside Inn, A580 East Lancashire Rd, near St Helens WA11 7LX. Then onto the St Helens Transport Museum around 11am. From there down to Blakemere Village near Northwich in Cheshire. Crossing the magnificent Mersey Gateway bridge at Runcorn.
Eddie Foster: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
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Headcorn Aerodrome
Shenley Rd, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9HX
10AM
Drive-it day meeting. With Second World War museum
Dave: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Tamar Historic Transport Club, Drive-it Day Run
Start at The Engine House, Florence Rd, Callington, PL17 8EA. Car display at Bedford Square, Tavistock, PL19 0AE
Start 09.00. Arrive Tavistock (Bedford Square) 11.00, display until 15.00
We are meeting at The Engine House Restaurant (for breakfast) at 09.00 leaving at 10.00. Then a 1 hour run arriving at Tavistock Bedford Square at 11.00 staying there until 15.00.
Dave Fry: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Apedale Valley Light Railway, Drive-it Day
Apedale Valley Light Railway, Loomer Rd, Chesterton, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 7LB
09.30
Join us at Apedale Valley Light Railway for our Drive It Day event.
Steam trains will be running along with a display of classic cars on our event field.
Dan Warner: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day - Drop in tea and coffee event
Klondyke Mill, Draycott in the Clay DE65GZ
10am - 2pm
A drop in event for drivers of classic and vintage vehicles - no booking needed. Tea and coffee available in our clubroom
Elizabeth Greenwood: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day - the Cotswold Stags way
Weston Cider mill
13:00
Meeting at Trioscape Garden Centre, Newent GL18 1HQ, at 11:00. Then on a prompt departure we will have a meander through the Gloucestershire and Hereford countryside ending up for lunch at the Westons Cider Mill, Much Marcle, Ledbury HR8 2NQ
Mark Jackson: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
ST-OC @FordSTOwners
Derbyshire
12:00
ST-OC are meeting up for drive it day on Sunday 26th April at The Clock Warehouse in Shardlow DE72 2GL starts 12:00.
All Ford's are welcome to join the community.
Facebook @FordSTOwners
Instagram @FordSTOwners
Richard Goodman: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day 2026 - Kennet Valley Group of the TR Register
Boscombe Aviation Collection
10.00
What a fantastic day out—and a perfect reminder of why being part of the Kennet Valley Group of the TR Register is so special.
Eleven KVG cars took to the road for today’s run, with a brilliant turnout of nine TRs, joined by a BMW and an MX-5. The route, expertly put together by Jackie and John Edmonds which deserves a BIG THANK YOU, covered just over 100 miles of some of the finest driving roads through Berkshire, Wiltshire and Dorset. A well-timed coffee stop at Waitrose Garden Centre & Cafe, Leckford along the way gave everyone a chance to catch up, compare notes, and enjoy the atmosphere that makes these runs so enjoyable.
Of course, no great club run would be complete without a few navigational “moments”—including the occasional sight of fellow KVG members coming the other way! All part of the fun, and it only added to the laughter and camaraderie that define these days.
The highlight destination, the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection, did not disappoint. An incredibly interesting collection, brought to life by knowledgeable and welcoming staff, and presented in a way that really engages visitors. Not many places give you the chance to get up close—and even climb into—the cockpits of historic aircraft, making it a truly memorable experience.
All of this, enjoyed under excellent weather, made for a superb day out exploring some of the best countryside our region has to offer.
If ever there was a reason to be part of the Kennet Valley Group, this was it.
Phil Horsley: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-It Day at Beaulieu
Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN
9.30am
Owners of pre-2005 vehicles (inclusive of 2005) of any make and model are invited to join the celebration at Beaulieu and show their support for keeping motoring heritage alive on UK roads, whilst also supporting NSPCC and their work as a portion of each participant ticket will go to the charity. All participants have the opportunity to be chosen as the winner of the Best in Show Award, selected by public vote. Prizes are awarded to the winner and runners-up.
[email protected] or 01590 614614
26
Apr
2026
VW Buzz Owners Club
UK Wide
12pm
VW Buzz Owners Club will be celebrating Drive It Day across the country. Although we are not classic vehicles, we represent the heritage of VW and the journey of the VW Camper. Any VW Buss owner is welcome to join us. Our Facebook group is free to join and can be found on our website or at https://www.facebook.com/groups/buzzownersclubuk
KT Allen: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Bodle Street Green Drive-it Day Gathering & Road Run
Village Hall, The Causeway, Bodle Street Green, East Sussex BN27 4UB
9am-3pm
Come and Meet ‘Like Minded’ Friends! Please do bring a vehicle along, 350 came in 2025!
VINTAGE & CLASSIC VEHICLE DISPLAY & ROAD RUN starting at 10.30am (lasting 1.25 hours)
Steam & Miniatures, Tractors, Cars of all ages, Stationary Engines, Commercials, Motor-Cycles. In the Village Hall - miniature railways, engineering models and more. Raising money for: St Wilfrid’s Hospice & Village Hall fund, please give generously. Do come along and join in! Refreshments and good food on site, raffle drawn 2.30pm excellent prizes. All exhibitors to be given FREE drinks and cake voucher.
Peter Love: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Maundrell’s Cars & Coffee ‘Drive It Day’ 2026
Maundrell and Co Ltd Blandys Farm, Bassett Rd, Letcombe Regis, Wantage OX12 9LJ
9am till 2pm
Once again we will be opening our gates for National Drive It Day from 9am and offering hot beverages & food as well as our site facilities. Dog friendly and all vehicles welcome.
Daren Fisher: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive It Day at Castle View, Windsor
Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG
10.00 - 14.00
‘DRIVE IT DAY’ RETURNS TO CASTLE VIEW WINDSOR FOR THE 5TH YEAR RUNNING
• Sunday 26 April 2026, 10am - 2.00pm - coffee and cakes available at Castle View, Helston Lane, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GG in support of the NSPCC
• If you own a classic vehicle drive it to Castle View on Drive It Day
• Open to members of the public to come and view a great selection of classic vehicles participating in the national Drive It Day event run by the Federation of British Historical Vehicle Clubs
Jeremy Clarke: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
FBHVC Drive-It Day @ Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum, Stockley Lane, Calne SN11 0NF
10am
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum opens its gates for this annual national charity event, organised by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in aid of the NSPCC. To get your rally plate go to https://www.driveitday.co.uk/. We look forward to welcoming everyone taking part in this event and visitors. Participants are welcome to come and show off their vehicles for free. Entry to the museum grounds is from 10am and is free of charge. The museum collection of over 100 vehicles will be open with reduced admission fees of £10 for adults and £4 for children. More info at www.atwellwilson.org.uk. Food and refreshments will be available.
Ian Myhill: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Loose Alliance car group Drive-it Day
The London Gliding Club, Icknield Way,Whipsnade, Dunstable, LU6 2JP
10.30am
Cars to gather at the London Gliding Club Dunstable, where they will form up. The Dunstable Mayor will arrive 11:00 to meet the drivers and see the cars the Mayor will the flag the convoy on its way. They will be a voluntary pause in Aldbury to allow a group of photographers to take picture of the cars if required then drive past Tring and onto Wendover Woods for a group picnic. At Wendover woods there will be dedicated parking for 150 cars food and drink stalls, toilet facilities (with disabled access are within 2 minutes walk as is a restaurant. Dogs welcome (It is a great spot for a day out check the website). The Loose Alliance Car group welcome other clubs to join us for the day, If you wish to join us please E-Mail us [email protected] so we can cater for the correct numbers.
Alan Dyer: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive it Day at Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7AD
From 11:00 to 16:00
Come to Chiddingstone Castle, near Sevenoaks in Kent for Drive it Day and be part of a glorious collection of gorgeous classic and modern motor cars. For details and to book your classic car, visit the “what’s on” section of the Chiddingstone Castle website.
Chiddingstone Castle: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
MGCC Lincolnshire Drive it Day
Drive in to Bublecar Museum, Lincolnshire PE22 7AW from 3 starting points
10.30 am
The MG Car Club will support National Drive your Classic Car Day by organising a drive-in event to the Bubble Car Museum, Langrick, Lincolnshire PE22 7AW (01205 280037) on Sunday, April 26th 2026. Participants can meet fellow classic car enthusiasts to drive in from various locations in Lincolnshire to Langrick.
All classic car owners are welcome to attend this event and participate. David Stonehouse, Competition Secretary of the Lincolnshire Centre and organiser of the event says, “We encourage all classic car owners to attend. They will be most welcome and can participate in a Pride of Ownership Competition for MGs and non-MG cars with the winners receiving a prize. There will also be a walking Treasure Hunt in and around the Bubble Car Museum so there is plenty for everyone to enjoy. The exhibits in the museum are so interesting and nostalgic. We have negotiated a special discount rate of £5 per person if attendees wish to go inside the Museum”
David Stonehouse: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Drive-it Day run from Old Sodbury
Cross Hands Hotel, Tetbury Road, Old Sodbury, BS37 6RJ
8.30 a. m until 11.00 a.m
We are planning a Drive it Day run following the breakfast meeting at the Cross Hands Hotel at Old Sodbury, beside the A46 to the Atwell Wilson Museum in Calne. The event is open to club members and non members alike. We will provide a printed route on the day and publish it in advance on our Facebook page.
We are regularly getting 100 cars at our breakfast meetings
John Moon: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Klondyke Mill cars and coffee
Klondyke Mill, Draycott in the Clay, DE6 5GZ
10.00
A casual coffee morning for classic and vintage vehicle owners at the Klondyke Mill Steam Preservation centre which is home to the North Staffordshire and Cheshire Traction Engine Club. The event is open to any vehicle over 30 years old.
Paul Massey: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
JEC Somerset Drive-It Day
Windmill Inn, Portishead, BS20 6JZ
9.30 am
9.30 am - Breakfast at Windmill Inn, Portishead, BS20 6JZ
11.00 am - Depart on scenic 65 mile drive through Somerset
1.30 pm - Arrive via Cheddar Gorge at The Bath Arms, Cheddar, BS27 3AA
1.45 pm - Lunch at Bath Arms, Cheddar
3.00 pm - Stroll around the picturesque village of Cheddar and Cheddar Gorge
Barrie March: [email protected]
26
Apr
2026
Ride-it Day - Vintage motorcycle ride-out event
Kelpies, Scotland
10am
Ride-it-Day.
Ride-in Ride-out event at the Kelpies. Scotland.
FK2 7ZT
Organised by Central Vintage Motorcycle Club.
Alex Adams: [email protected]
