THAMES VALLEY REGION NEWSLETTER

JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL – LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING LOTS OF YOU THIS YEAR!

A reminder that our meetings are on the last Wednesday of the month at The Crooked Billet, London Road, Hook, Hants, RG27 9EH from 8pm. All members are very welcome, you don’t have to own a Mini Cooper – any Mini will do! It doesn’t matter if you turn up without your Mini either….just come along for a drink and a chat with other members…..we’re quite a friendly bunch of people. If you have any technical queries about your Minis then there is bound to be somebody at the meeting who can help you.If you are a new member then please do come along.

NEXT MEETING –the next meeting at Hook will be on Wednesday 29th January 2020.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Bournemouth 2020 UPDATE
24th to 26th January at Ocean Beach & Spa Hotel – NEW VENUE
Just around the corner now and not too late to book, a great weekend to get away and socialise with all your mini friends and organise your meet up calendars for 2020 events!
Thanks to all who have booked and are supporting the weekend, what would we do in January without it?

FRIDAY after dinner guest speaker, drive out on SATURDAY, raffle (prize donations welcome) for nominated charity.
SATURDAY after dinner entertainment (dress code smart casual).
SUNDAY lunch.
And breakfast for Saturday and Sunday of course !
Great value weekend at £125 per person all above included.
Spread the word and bring a friend or friends – the more the merrier
Look forward to seeing you all there !!!

Please contact Kim Bromage secretary@minicooper.org if you have any queries or need more info.
Phone the hotel on 01202.208632 and ask for Anne or Ali and quote “mini” to book your place.

Brooklands Mini Day will be on the 22nd March 2020 and our region will have our usual display. The list for display cars is now full and there are several on the reserve list.

All types of Mini (including the modern BMW) are invited to this annual event, so expect displays in all areas of the Museum site. From the oldest to the newest, this year’s event will see some of the earliest examples nestling among hundreds of Minis and their variations including vans and pickups. As always Test Hill will be in action in the morning and afternoon.
There will be a variety of trade stands offering mini parts, spares and memorabilia.

Following the success of last year’s event the Thames Valley Region will again have an MCR Club Stand at this Classic Car Show. This is a thoroughly enjoyable day out with trade stalls and an impressive aircraft display and fly-in. Contact Ken Hunter for further details.
https://www.popham-airfield.co.uk/classic-car-rally

Make a note in your diary for this year’s Thames Valley Tour, the date has been announced by Terry and Helen Schraider. This will be 19th July. A route through the Thames Valley countryside, usually of about 80 miles with navigation using “Tulip diagrams”. Places of interest to visit on the way. Further details to follow.

From gearknobs and clothing to stickers and badges, you can find celebratory Mini 60th Anniversary items in our club shop and more goodies are being added on a regular basis….if you can’t find what you’re looking for then please ask. Have a look at the website Mini Cooper Register and click on club shop.

DIARY DATES:

1st Sunday of each “summer” month: Bill Rawles Classic Cars Natter & Nibbles 10am-1pm Unit 2, Dukes Mill, Station Approach, Medstead, GU34 5EN First Sunday of every month in the summer between April to September, a coffee morning and consequently classic car show. This relaxed and informal event is open to any make and model, whether you are a customer or not, we don’t mind as we are just car enthusiasts too who enjoy the show. Bacon rolls, tea, coffee and cake is supplied (free for a charity donation).

1st Sunday of each “summer” month: Classic Car Sunday at the Departure Lounge, Alton All pre 1990 classic cars are welcome to the Classic Car Sunday meets that take place on the first Sunday of each month during the summer. The free meet starts from 2.00pm, where owners can take part in a chilled and relaxed Sunday afternoon classic car gathering. The site has ample free parking on a dedicated event field. The Cafe has full facilities.

22nd March 2020 Brooklands Mini Day 9am-5pm We will be having our usual stand at this event. If you would like your name to be added to the reserve display list, please contact Lorraine or Ken or Clive.

27th – 29th March 2020 The Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show is the show to attend to kick-start the classic car season. Whether you are looking to ignite your passion to a finish restoration project or simply want to reminisce with family and friends over the beautiful completed classic cars on display, you should visit the NEC Birmingham in March.
The event brings together 1000+ cars on display, 150+ car clubs representing a wide variety of marques and models; 250+ exhibitors and autojumblers including restoration companies, services providers and product suppliers; car auction, celebrities, car competitions and practical workshops on restoration skills. http://www.necrestorationshow.com/

10 May Popham Classic Car Show and Vintage Fly-in 10am-5pm.

14 June Beaulieu National Mini Day The event of the year! We will be having our regional stand and will be hoping to win the Best Regional Stand Award again!

22 July Thames Valley Tour 2020. More details to follow.

That’s all for now. Enjoy your Minis however you can and think ahead to warmer weather…Winter is here and the weather has been particularly wet and soggy recently!

Lorraine: thames_valley@minicooper.org

Ken: thames_valley@minicooper.org

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