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December 2007 NEWSLETTER
Only the briefest of newsletters this month as unfortunately I have been unable to devote any time to matters MG
NOVEMBER MEETING
The surprise visit by John Frye, MGCC Midlands Centre Chairman, Mrs Frye and Brian Osborne was very welcome.. They commented favourably on the number of people and the good atmosphere... (well I did buy them a drink...)
2008 EVENTS
Your committee met on 1st November to draw up a provisional schedule of events for 2008. We have tried to include a few new events this year, and are certainly not short of possible activities. However I'm afraid I have not been able to get together with the advisory panel as yet to review our proposals but hope to do so before too long so that we can publish a final list.
CHRISTMAS GATHERING
Saturday 29th December 12.00 noon at the Red Lion.
2008 ANNUAL DINNER AND PRIZEGIVING
Thursday February 21st at the Red Lion.
Details TBA
November 2007 NEWSLETTER
WHAT HAPPENED IN OCTOBER
For me, practically nothing related to MG's, although I did use the old bus (MGA) a time or two in recognition of its 50th birthday on October 15th. I even missed the Restoration show this year.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN NOVEMBER
Again, not much as we move into a much needed quieter time of year and (with luck) catch up on all those jobs we have been meaning to do, although the following two events are often attended by club members:
9-11th November: Classic Motor Show at NEC
17th November: MGCC MGB Register Rebuild Seminar at Abingdon
2008 EVENTS
Your committee met on 1st November to draw up a provisional schedule of events for 2008.
We have tried to include a few new events this year. We hope to publish in time for the December meeting, following review by our Advisory Panel, and after we have been able to firm up a few outstanding dates.
NOEL LAHIFFE
Some will be aware that Noel has recently undergone major surgery. He is recovering in Leicester Royal Infirmary.
A card will be circulating tonight to be sent tomorrow with all our good wishes.
Rick 6/11/07
October 2007 NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
Martin & Ann Collett MG Magnette & MGF
WHAT HAPPENED IN SEPTEMBER
Dasset Trial: Kilsby gave good marshalling support to this event: thanks to Richard, Tony, Noel, Brian, and Terry who reported a good day out with a high entry list.
Tony and Sylvia’s V8 register “Saunter in the Shires” last weekend looks to have enjoyed good weather although too early yet for any reports yet
WHATS COMING UP IN OCTOBER
The MCC Edinburgh Trial has unfortunately had to be canceled due to foot and mouth…(again….)
KILSBY MG ADVISORY GROUP
I am pleased to announce that we have five excellent candidates for this group.
In order of their offering to serve, they are:
Richard Barker, Tony Lake, Noel Lahiff, Steve Beswick and David Croskell.
I am hoping they will start official duties from tonight.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Peter Bramble on placing second in the Cockshoot cup race at Silverstone on September 22, despite starting from the back of the grid due to the reluctance of his car to run on diesel fuel during practice…..
In the year long tussle for the Cockshoot trophy, Peter placed second…a fine result after some disappointments in previous years. The class winning Midget had an advantage on Peter’s MGB all season.
I have been a bit preoccupied with work and with an unplanned building project over that last 6 weeks or so which have prevented much involvement with MG matters, hence a fairly minimalist newsletter this month.
Rick 2/10/07
September 2007 NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
Steve Randle MG Y type
WHAT HAPPENED IN AUGUST
Kilsby Evening Run 16th August: A very well attended evening (over 20 cars) and blessed with good weather. Everyone seemed to enjoy the run and subsequent festivities back at the Red Lion.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
We have been invited by the V8 Register to join them for their “Saunter in the Shires” dinner in “The Aviator” hotel at Sywell on Saturday evening 29th September. Tickets £22.50 per head which includes a talk by our own Chris Parker on the Flying Career of Amy Johnson.
Please see Tony Lake by 21/9/07 if interested.
CLASSIC CAR GATHERINGS:
Thornby: every 3rd Thurs from Aug 16th.
Queen Eleanor Pub in Northampton (off A45) Tuesday 11th Sept.
Naseby now finished for this year. (I think)
JOHN ARROWSMITH
Some members may be aware that John, a member of the Midlands Centre committee and one of the Dasset Trial organisational team, died recently. Kilsby was represented by Terry and myself at the well attended service in Reddich.
DASSET TRIAL
The annual MGCC Midland Centre Production Car Trial will be at Burton Dasset on Sunday September 23. Due to circumstances beyond their control, the Centre is short of people to run this event and is appealing for additional helpers/marshals. Either full day 9.30-5.00 or half day.
This is a good day out so please give this some thought.
Contact either Tony Lake or Rick or Phone Malcolm Garret (Chief Marshal) on 0121 552 4479
Or failing that turn up on the day. Sadly I cannot compete or marshal this year as I will be away on business.
Also, if anyone fancies trials marshaling for the MCC Edinburgh Trial at Bamford Clough in Derbyshire on Saturday 6th October, please contact Tony Lake who will be happy to provide a lift.
(bring your own boots/wellies!!!)
KILSBY MG ADVISORY GROUP
We have received two very welcome volunteers to serve on this group, and two more are needed. Please submit names, either yourself or someone you are proposing, to Rick no later than September 10th.
Rick 4/9/07
AUGUST 2007 NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
Alan North MGB Roadster
Dennis & Eileen Barbe: MGB GT & Riley Swift
Pete Trewren Lotus Elan
Les Barras: MGB Roadster
WHAT HAPPENED IN JULY
Hollowell 7/8 July
A magnificent effort by everyone with unexpected fine weather
A very good looking display with 16 cars on Saturday and 13 on Sunday.
We attracted a great many visitors and spent time talking with many of them, including some prospective members. Our planned pitch had been encroached by an adjacent trader and we were allocated another near the auction site that probably worked out better than the original one. Thanks to all who participated and worked hard to make the event a success, particularly David Croskell who bore the brunt of the organisation this year.
Beachampton Thurs 12 July
This turned out to be a really good evening with nice weather and 12 cars convoying from our A5 startpoint, on a lovely route planned by Leonie Tromans. Thanks Leonie. Once there we were joined by other Kilsby people travelling independently. We received our usual warm welcome from David Storer and enjoyed a pleasant evening. We totalled about a third of the maybe 40 cars on the night. Good job we don’t hold our natters there though…the beer is a bit expensive…
MGCC Cadwell Park
Congratulations to James Darby and Peter Bramble who both did well.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
Kilsby Evening Run 16th August
You may have noticed rather a lot of rain lately, so please join us on our topical “Reservoir and Sundry Local Historic Attractions That We Pass on the Way” run, a scenic route around local reservoirs. Starting time will be between 6.00 & 6.45 pm from THE SMALL CAR PARK AT RAVENSTHORPE RESERVOIR. (just out of Ravensthorpe turn right to Hollowell and the Reservoir and the car park are immediately on the right). The run is about 35 miles, finishing at the RED LION KILSBY. If you want a meal at the Red Lion when you get back, meals MUST BE PRE-ORDERED either by ordering them in advance tonight, or by ringing the Red Lion on 01788 822265 nearer the time. The run has been timed so that everyone should get back to the Red Lion well before 8.30 which is the latest serving time. For those members who come from the north and east directions, you can join the run part way round if you want to…….I will be distributing route instructions and maps tonight, although they will also be available on the night at the start.
Entry fee for this run is £1.00 towards club funds.
Disclaimer under Trades Descriptions Act…although we go directly past most of the reservoirs, some are not easily seen due to terrain and hedges etc……..
Kilsby Fete
Unfortunately this fete has been abandoned due to insufficient volunteers to run it.
CLASSIC CAR GATHERINGS
Thornby: every 3rd Thurs from Aug 16th.
Naseby: September 3rd
INVITATION
Members, along with Northants MGOC, have been invited by the V8 Register to join them for their “Saunter in the Shires” dinner in “The Aviator” hotel at Sywell on Saturday evening 29th September. Tickets £22.50 per head which includes a talk by our own Chris Parker on the Flying Career of Amy Johnson. Please see Tony Lake by 21/9/07 if interested.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
We think that the club needs an Advisory Group who will not have any specific responsibilities or duties but who would be available to gauge the prevailing mood of the club and to advise the natter leaders when required on points of club organisation, direction & events selection etc.
We envisage a group of about 4 established and regularly attending members, with a mix of young and not so young, who would be prepared to volunteer for this. Please submit names, either yourself or someone you are proposing, to Rick no later than the SEPTEMBER meeting.
Rick 6/8/07
JULY 2007 NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
(this covers the last 3 months in case people didn't see it before)
Brian Richardson (Rugby) Midget
David Richardson (West Haddon) Rover 42O
Mr Hambridge (Rugby) MGB GT
Michael Roy (Hackleton)
MGA roadster & MG ZT
Michael Federer (Brinklow) MGB Roadster
Nick Astbury & Becky Robinson (Flore) 65 Midget
Barry French (Rugby) 68 Midget
Paul Yates (Manchester) Maestro
WHAT HAPPENED IN MAY/JUNE
Ratae Run I 7 June
Terry reports a good run with the organisers doing a magnificent job to find another destination venue, and make changes to the route part way round, due to flooding.
Princethorpe 24 June
Much reduced numbers this year due no doubt the weather and perhaps the Goodwood festival,
but still a pleasant day out.
MGCC Silverstone 23/24 June
Not the greatest weather but it could have been worse as the main heavy showers did not last too long. I went both days and generally had a good weekend, meeting up with numerous Kilsby and other friends, including Dave Lockett who is doing well but presently does not have either of his MGs on the road.
Many congratulations to Peter Bramble who after an eventful weekend when he was hit on the o/s rear wing in Friday practice, hit on the n/s rear wing in Saturdays ...race, causing him to retire, and contact with the pit wall at some stage, went on to achieve a splendid win in the Cockshoot Cup on the Sunday, leading from the flag until the race was stopped just over half distance due to an off.
Note: Do have a look at Peter's own race reports on our website... .very entertaining.
Thanks also to all the Kilsby people who provided much needed help to the main club on the Friday to set up, and on the Sunday to take down. A really good effort from Tony, Reg, Terry, Keith, Dave Cotgrave and others, all supervised by gang master Bernard.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN JULY/AUGUST
Hollowell 7/8 July
We will be doing the final tally up tonight, but looks as if we will have about 12 cars each day following a few withdrawals.
The new sail banner will make its debut, but unfortunately, our purchase of a second hand marquee fell through and, after spending some time looking at our options to buy a new one, rather than buy in haste we decided to delay this until later in the year to be sure we get exactly what we want and maybe obtain a good end of season deal. So we will be using a selection of existing 3x3 smaller marquees that we have access to.
Beachampton Thurs 12th July
While at Silverstone I also met our old friend David Storer who gave details of his annual BBQ & Concours to be held as usual at the Bell at Beachampton. This year there will be two separate concours classes, Prewar & Postwar.
Usual arrangements. Either meet up at the lay-by on the A5 just out of Weedon towards Towcester, for 1845 hrs depart, or make your own way.
Kilsby Evening Run 16th August
Still in the planning stage but we hope to hold this popular run again this year with a new route
Details TBA
Kilsby Fete: 27th August provisionally
We have been asked to put on a display which we are obviously keen to do for our home village
Details TBA as soon as we have them
Rick 2/07/07
JUNE 2007 NEWSLETTER
NO NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED IN MAY SO A LOT TO CATCH UP ON.
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS (this covers the last 3 months)
Brian Richardson (Rugby) Midget
David Richardson (West Haddon) Rover 420
Rod Ashton (Rugby)
Mr Hambndge (Rugby) MGBGT
Michael Roy (Hackleton) MGA Roadster & MG ZT
Michael Federer (Bnnklow) MGB roadster.
Nick Astbury & Becky Robinson (Flore) 65 Midget
Barry French (Rugby) 68 Midget
Paul Yates (Manchester) MG Maestro
*****Nice to see more Midgets and a Maestro (our First!)*****
WHAT HAPPENED IN APRIL / MAY
Really good turnout (about 23 cars) for our St. Georges Day Run to the Arboretum
Thanks to Terry for planning the route & handling the arrangements.
Record attendance at our May Clubnight (48 people, 23 cars)
Several Kilsby members attended the 1st Monday Naseby Classic meet on 7th May.
A bit cold that night but worth going to future meets, (there was another one last night)
Sorry about cancellation of the treasure hunt but it turned out for the best as it was a very wet day
MGCC European Event of the Year (Germany).
Early reports are that Terry, Brian, Peter etc had an excellent tour.
Rose of The Shires Run 20th May, not had any reports on this yet..
Numerous other events and activities as the season really gets underway.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN JUNE/JULY
Ratae Run 17th June
Princethorpe 24th June
I have entry forms if you need one but you can turn up on the day.
MGCC Silverstone 23rd / 24th June
Will be interesting to see how this goes this year with a changed management team
Hollowell 7th / 8th July
You should all have your entries in by now, looks like we will have about 16 cars each day.
David Croskell and myself will try to see all entrants tonight so we can answer any questions and advise you of details of the display.
We are aiming for an even bigger & better display this year.
ODDS AND ENDS
The New sail banner should be on order as you read this.
we have bought a second hand 9m x 4m marguee that shoul make its debut at Hollowell.
Rick 4/6/07
MARCH 2007 NEWSLETTER
Just a few notes this month.
WHAT HAPPENED IN FEBRUARY
The Annual Dinner went- very well, the larger attendance in the main room made for an excellent
atmosphere.
In case you missed it, the award winners for last year were:
MG Clubman: Pete Moore
MG Club Supporter: Peter Bramble
The raffle raised £52.00, All monies are now in the capable hands of Mr Treasurer.
The MG Spares Day at Stoneleigh continues to get smaller, but was attended by many of us. and was not a bad show. Arguably fewer but better stands.
Dave Lockett, formerly of this natter 4 now living in the Tewkesbury area was seen there and has settled into his new place which is apparently opposite the pub!
WHAT'S COMING UP IN MARCH
11th March Classic Car & Restoration Show at Stoneleigh
23-25th March: International Classic Motorsport Show at Stoneleigh
HEADS UP FOR APRIL
15th April: "B" Register Cotswolds Run, Abingdon area
22nd April: Our St Georges Day run to the National Memorial Arboretum Nr Litchfield.
SALES * WANTED
Please note that Peter has now added a Sales and Wanted section to the website, so see him if
you want a posting
SCANDAL DEPARTMENT
Which long established member, who we have sadly not seen too much of in the last I 2 months,
was given a lift to the Stoneleigh show. On being dropped off at his house on return, he not only
removed his own purchases from the boot but those of another member of the party.
Later, reflecting on the enormity of his crime, and full of contrition, he telephoned to make amends.
Rick 6/3/07
FEBRUARY 2007 NEWSLETTER
WHAT HAPPENED IN JANUARY
Nothing to report.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN FEBRUARY
- Annual Dinner (see below)
MG Spares Day at Stoneleigh
NEW CLUB CONTACTS
Just to remind everyone that we now have several ex-officio positions within the club which will help us organise better now. that we have become a bigger group.
Ed Tyler has kindly volunteered to become our treasurer & will commence duties in February-Thanks also to Noel Lahiffe who also volunteered for this, after Ed had put his name forward.
Tony Lake will be coordinating our visits to shows, rallies and meetings etc.
David Croskell will be heading up our Hollowell display team efforts this year.
Peter Moore will continue to do an excellent job running our web site
PETE BRAMBLE HARDTOP SIGNING
As mentioned last month, for a small donation to club funds you can get your name on track by signing the hardtop on Pete's MGB track car. Pete will be bringing it along for a signature session in the car park. Pete has been a Total Butler & Cockshoot Cup competitor in previous years, and in light of recent race series developments is reviewing his options for 2007.
CLUB DINNER 22 Feb 7.30 for 8.00pm
An amazing response and with 43 attending we have now had to close the list. There are still a few people who have not advised their menu choices £ this must be finalised tonight. Also any outstanding payments would be appreciated (although paying on the night is also an option)
2007 EVENTS LIST
This has now developed fairly fully into something we can publish, and copies will be distributed tonight and will be on the web site later this week.
NATTER ARTICLE IN SAFETY FAST!
This was published pretty much as written and gave us good publicity. We have received several enquiries as a result.
NEW NATTER IN THE AREA
Brian Osborne rang me recently to advise that he had been approached by someone who wanted to set up a new MGCC natter in the M1 Junction 15 area. Brian wanted to know our reaction. I replied that we could hardly object, and that it was probably far enough away not to affect us. Brian has made the excellent proposal that the new natter holds its meetings towards the end of the month to avoid any clash with ours. We appreciate Brian notifying us of this.
Rick 2/2/07
JANUARY 2007 NEWSLETTER
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR MEMBERS AND FAMILIES
WHAT HAPPENED IN DECEMBER
A good turnout for our Christmas gathering, but otherwise nothing to report.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN JANUARY/FEBRUARY
- Annual Dinner (see below) - MG Spares Day at Stoneleigh
KILSBY MG CLUB CAR PLAQUES
More supplies of these will be available tonight...thanks to Bernard Rengger & Dave Cotgrave.
VACANCY
We have decided that our little club ought to have a treasurer.
Not that there is much money to take charge of, as we are a no-fees, not-for-profit organisation
that seldom has more than about £25.00 in the kitty (currently an old pencil tin), but more in the
interests of transparency to take any financial matters out of the hands of Terry, Dave and myself.
(despite my best efforts at embezzlement, I have now realised that I can never misappropriate
enough to buy the TC that I would like to complete my MG stable....)
Plans for 2007 include raising funds to buy a new wind sail type club banner.
A volunteer to take on this not terribly onerous position would be appreciated.
OPPORTUNITY!!!!....GET YOUR NAME ON TRACK.!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pete Bramble is planning to re-spray his MGB racer for 2007. The hardtop will be white.
He has suggested that for a small donation to club funds, members may like to sign the hardtop.
Peter always gives good value for money when racing, and gives us free publicity by having our logo
on the car, so please take him up on this kind offer and help raise funds for our new banner!!
HOLLOWELL 2007
David Croskell has kindly agreed to take charge of our Hollowell display this year.
As a major contributor in previous years, he will do a good job.
Please offer him all support...as award winners last year, we need a good display again this year.
CLUB DINNER
We have had an excellent response to this already, and the list now stands at about 34 people and rising. Please let us know if you want to attend and have not already signed up.
Please fill in menu choices on sheet being re-circulated tonight.
The dinner will be in the main bar this year -- when we know the total numbers, we will be working with Tom & Ian to look at table layouts.
REPEAT OF THE ANNUAL MESSAGE FROM MAVIS
(In case anyone missed it last month), (In aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind)
As well as stamps, this year used printer cartridges and mobile phones will be gratefully accepted
FOR SALE
W Reg MGB GT Platinum available Feb/Mar 07 contact Mark Humphries
MGA boot rack chromed, plus some ZA parts. contact John Plummer
FREE!!!! Prefab concrete garage. Taker to arrange transport. contact James Darby
Rick 2/1/07
DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Brain Richardson, Midget
WHAT HAPPENED IN OCTOBER
Nothing to report from me
WHAT'S COMING UP IN DECEMBER
Saturday 30 DEC: Lunchtime gathering at the Red Lion from I 2.00
MEMBERSHIP SURVEY
Thanks to all those who filled out our survey. We are still not sure of the status of some members,
but give or take the odd percent, based on 32 of our regular members the results show that:
72% belong to MGCC
44% belong to MGOC
19% belong to both
19% belong to MGOCC (but also belong to one of the others)
BADGES
If all has gone to plan, badges and badge holders (of several types) should be available tonight.
Their use is purely optional, but we thought it would be a good way to help newcomers get to know
people more quickly.
KILSBY MG CLUB CAR PLAQUES
New batch being sourced via Dave Cotgrave, but not ready yet.
MGCC SILVERSTONE 2007 POST EVENT CLEAR-UP TEAM
We now have have 4 volunteers for this. Bernard will advise MGCC that our services are available
Additional volunteers will not be turned away................
ARTICLE IN SAFETY FAST
We have been asked to contribute a Natter Profile article to Safety Fast!
With luck this will be the first of a series, of natter profiles, so we will be setting the standard
(one way or the other....). A 700 word article with 4 photos has been submitted for publication in
January or February.
EVENTS ATTENDANCE
Tony Lake is intending to develop some sort of log so that anyone planning to attend an event can
see who else is going. This may be on the web site or may be a loose leaf folder circulated at club
nights. This seems a worthwhile idea so please give it your support.
ANNUAL MESSAGE FROM MAVIS
As well as stamps, this year used printer cartridges and mobile phones will be gratefully accepted (in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind)
CLUB DINNER
There will be sheet circulating tonight to sign up for this, so please get your name down if you want
to come. Menu choices to follow later
NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Dave Judd.....looking for BGT or Midget
WHAT HAPPENED IN OCTOBER
Nothing to report...a quiet month apart from the NAC Restoration show & the NEC Classic show
(I did not get to-either...)
WHAT'S COMING UP IN NOVEMBER
18 NOV: MGB Register Rebuild Seminar, Abingdon
RECENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Brief summary of meeting on 27 October between Terry, Dave & myself:
Proposed 2007 Events (Provisional)
Feb 22: Club dinner
Mar 25: Meeting with Northants MGOC at Sywell (Note: could not make this happen in late 06, so postponed into 07)
April 22: FBHVC St George's Day run
May 13; Treasure Hunt ;
June 24 (??) Princethorpe..date to be confirmed
June 30/July 1?? Hollowell.... date to be confirmed
Aug 16: Evening Run
Sept 1-2 ?? Coventry Festival of Motoring.... date to be confirmed
Sept TBA: MG Meets Triumph
Membership survey
We would like to know which of the MG clubs our members belong to.
A tick off sheet will be sent round at the November club night.
Badges
Badge holders of various types to be obtained for all club members
Website
Planning to add a "for sale and wanted" section
Kilsby MG Club car plaques
New batch being sourced.
MGCC Silverstone 2007 post event clear-up Team
Rick to canvas MGCC members to form a volunteer team to help for a couple of hours on the Sunday afternoon/evening.
CHRISTMAS 2006 LUNCMTIME MEET
Saturday 30™ December 12.00 noon at the Red Lion
Rick 3/1 /06
OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
John & Barry Plummer MGBGT/Jaguar XK6
Paul Plummer (no relation) TF 1500
Welcome back to David & Stella Shadlock (MGF)
VISITORS
Steve Hopkins & Ed Scott, visiting from Northampton MGOC
Alistair Lee, V8 enthusiast, visiting from North Sydney NSW
WHAT HAPPENED IN SEPTEMBER
Last Month's Club Night
One of our best meetings for some time.....a lovely evening, record attendance (over 40 people
and over 20 cars), and several very welcome visitors including Alistair from NSW.
24 September: MGOCC Wings Run to Houghton Mill, Huntingdon.
Terry reported a good run
24 September: MGCC Dasset Trial
For the first time in years, neither Bernard nor myself competed.
Due to another commitment, I was unable to go, so no report
WHAT'S COMING UP IN OCTOBER.
27-29 Oct: International Classic Car Show NEC
Sunday Lunchtime visit to Northampton MGOC AT Sywell
We are hoping to organise an informal Sunday lunchtime visit to the Northants MGOC at “THE AVIATOR” on Sywell aerodrome. It is probably too late for this year so we will aim for spring next year.
FORWARD PLANNING #1
While sitting trackside at Mallory recently, Bernard and myself fell to talking about the recent
excellent attendance at the club, and the unfortunate need to restrict numbers attending our annual
dinner each February to 26-28 people, due to the size of the dining room at the Red Lion. This
has meant that we have never really "over advertised" the dinner, and have limited numbers by a
first come first served policy, but we have never really liked having to do this. Bernard wondered
whether we could use the main bar for next year, and I am pleased to say that Tom has agreed to
this. This means we can get about 28 people in the area we usually use for club night (downstream
of the brick arch), and up to 12 more people at the tables upstream of the arch opposite the bar
counter, giving a total capacity of about 40 should we need it. We will put a seating plan together
before the dinner.
FORWARD PLANNING #2
Sometime soon Terry, Dave & myself will be meeting to plan next year events.
We will include our usual events plus we hope to introduce some new ones that we have in mind.
BEST WISHES
To John Russell, after his recent hospitalisation. Nice to see him and Kim last month, They are on holiday this month but send their regards to all.
To Terry, now in recovery from new knee No.2. He is progressing nicely but still in some discomfort so thought tonight might be too much.
Rick 3/10/06
SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Robert Yeend Midget 1500
Charlie Hicks MGBGT
Grahame Scott MGBGT 1968 (everyday car)
WHAT HAPPENED IN AUGUST
After a lot of activity in June & July, August seemed to be a fairly quiet MG month (it certainly was for me), so I have not received much to report.
6th August: Kilsby MG Club annual Evening Run.
An excellent route well organised by Steve & Leonie Tromans. Full tulip diagrams and we even had “Emergency packs” to take with us (The pens were very good. I’m still using mine).
After heavy rain in late afternoon, the weather cleared and we were fortunate to have a dry run, the rain only returning when we were finishing our meal back at the Red Lion.
About 10 or 11 cars participated so we raised a bit towards club funds
27 August MGCC Mallory Park
Unbeknown to each other, Bernard and myself travelled our separate ways and met up in the paddock. James Darby had a really good race and won his Total Butler class in typically smooth style. I had to leave before the last race in which James was also competing, but I understand he did well in this one as well. In the Cockshoot Cup, Peter Bramble had a good practice and was fastest in class. He held second overall for a while but after dropping a couple of places, had a “moment” on the inside of Gerards but did not lose any further places eventually finishing 3rd in class.
See Peter’s full and entertaining race reports on the website.
3rd September Midget Register Autumn Run : Cotwolds
No report but I am sure several Kilsby people will have gone on this.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER
Not a lot that I am aware of, apart from:
24 September: MGOCC Wings Run to Houghton Mill, Huntingdon.
24 September: Midland Centre Autumn trial at Burton Dasset.
For the first time in years, neither Bernard nor myself will be competing in this, but if you get the chance, it is worth going along to watch.
AUGUST NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Bob Prescott & Lorraine MGB
WHAT HAPPENED IN JULY
13 July: Evening BBQ & social gathering at the Bell at Beachhampton
A really nice evening with around 9 Kilsby cars attending (about 25% of the turnout)
Good weather and a better than usual BBQ. There were some very nice cars there but our own Alan Bell took the self judge award with his immaculate MGC.
23 July: Victory Trail
Tony + Terry & also Brian went on this
Terry reports a good if rather long run (they did 135m despite a 23 mile shortcut),
although the directions were a bit iffy in places.
MG Club De France European Event of the year
Terry & Betty, Tony & Sylvia, Jim & Sue, Brian & Rosie all returned safely after a really good 1500 mile tour. No report, but if you buy them a beer I’m sure they will tell you all about it………
7-8-9 July Classic Le Mans
Pete’s £400 MGB got him there and back but again no report
Princethorpe Classic Car Show.
This was on 25 June but I just heard that John Davies’ MG TC won best car of the show
... well done John. Any more of this sort of thing & we’ll have to start a concours section.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN AUGUST
WEDS 16 AUGUST: Kilsby MG Club annual Evening Run.
Steve Tromans has kindly organised a route this year.
Start & finish at Red Lion. Cost £1.00 per car to club funds.
Depart Red Lion individually from 6.00 pm.
If you want a meal on return to Red Lion it is recommended to order it before you set off, as last orders are 8.30pm and you may not be back in time.
CLUB SHIRTS
Most of us have now taken delivery of the latest batch of club shirts and very smart they look
Thanks to Terry for organising this.
If I understand things correctly, they did not tell us at the time but we now know that the firm can supply shirts in ladies sizes (as opposed to unisex), so future orders can be made accordingly.
Run to Evening BBQ & Social gathering at The Bell, at Beachampton.
Thursday 13th July
A lovely evening was had by all and the pride of ownership contest was won by our member Alan Bell with his very nice blue MGC.
Well done.
JULY NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Brian & Audrey Bane MGB GT Ian Mackenzie MGB
WHAT HAPPENED IN JUNE
What a month!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Non- stop activity and some lovely weather.
Almost everyone in the club was out doing something including myself and Sue.
The following list is only what I have enough to write about, but it still puts this newsletter at a record 2 pages.
June Club Night.
Our biggest attendance yet, with around 35 people and over 20 cars attending a very enjoyable meeting mostly in the car park on a warm evening.
Le Mans Trip
Steve and Leonie Tromans and myself and Sue had a great trip to Le Mans
Good organisation by Steve, excellent navigation by Leonie and plenty of supportive drinking by me and Sue. We camped at Chateau D’Eporce out in the French countryside and it was really enjoyable. The race brought a historic win for the Audi diesel and a great LMP2 win for the RML Lola-MG. Our MGAs didn’t miss a beat over the 600 miles. I got about 33 mpg & I think Steve a little better.
Ratae Run
By all accounts this was a good run which came south almost into our territory
MGCC Silverstone
Great weather and a good weekend with many of us attending.
James Darby had a good if rather lonely race in the Total Butler but it is perhaps kinder not to mention Peter Bramble’s outing in the Cockshoot Cup…..something to do with core plugs and men waving red flags……..
A well run weekend but numbers were down a bit possibly due to football and the imminent European event. Thinking about things afterwards, It occurred to me that we are probably the nearest local natter, and that we could do more to help out at what is after all a purely amateur run event. Talking with Bernard about this, he confirms that there are never enough people to help out with the clearing up on the Sunday evening. SO……..if enough MGCC members are prepared to commit to this, I would like to volunteer our services for next year. Something we can discuss in the coming months.
Hollowell Steam Rally
We had our customary club display, further improved this year thanks to David Croskell and Peter Bramble arranging poles to string up our banner at high level, and new slatted display boards for photos, club stuff, MG regalia & a rally plaque display lent by Terry.
We had 7 cars on Saturday & 10 on Sunday. The display looked really good (see photo taken on the Saturday) and unlike some clubs who just dumped their cars and then closeted themselves in their chairs or tents, we were really interactive in talking to the public & letting kids sit in the cars etc.
We were really pleased to win the award for the “Best Car Club Display”.
Since the award turned out to be a bottle of brandy, we will probably raffle it for club funds.
Thanks to David & Shelagh, Peter & Jeanette, John & Kim, Keith & Pat, Richard & Doreen, Reg & Jackie, John & Lesley, Noel, Bernard & Richard for all the hard work.
Princethorpe Classic Car Show.
Numbers down due to the clash with Silverstone but we were ably represented by John & Kim, Keith & Pat, David and Shelagh, Reg & Jackie, and John Davies, who reported the usual relaxed and pleasant event.
MG Club De France European Event of the year
As we read this our intrepid party of Terry & Betty, Brian & Rosie, Jim & Sue & Tony & Sylvia will be well into their 1500 mile tour…..no doubt they will have a few tales for the next meeting
WHAT’S COMING UP IN JULY/AUGUST
7-8-9 July Classic Le Mans
Peter and some of the “already in France” crew are going.
Don’t forget to look up the local Daventry team (Trevor Groom and mechanic John Vale with green XK120 reg no SOM ????. They will be pleased to see you.
13 July. (I think but need to confirm)
Evening BBQ & social gathering at the Bell at Beachhampton
One of our annual pilgrimages and usually very enjoyable
Usual “Meet up” at 6.15 pm at the lay-by on the A5 just outside Weedon
28-30 July Silverstone Classic Festival
Victory Trail 23 July…S. Birmingham & Worcestershire area
Being promoted by Midland Centre
Date TBA; probably a Thursday in early August: Kilsby MG Club annual Evening Run.
Start & finish at Red Lion. Meal on return
CLUB FUNDS
We had to buy the wood, varnish & hinges to make the new display boards used at Hollowell.
I haven’t done a proper tally up but we don’t have a lot left from the approx £58.00 we had in the kitty, so we will need to do a bit of fundraising over the winter.
We have also seen a new type of club flag/banner which is in the form of a tapered fibreglass
Pole with a sail rather like a sailboard which bears the logo of your choice. The MGF register had them at Silverstone and the Renault 16 club had them at Hollowell. They are attractive, effective and look to be very portable, so I will be getting some quotes.
CAR FOR SALE
Told about this at Hollowell. (Not a Kilsby club member)
66 MGB roadster.78K miles £4250. 01604 646161. Rick has more details
Rick 4/7/06
JUNE NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
Malcolm & Rita Humphries MGBGT
Alan & Chris Winter MGBGT
Greg & Jude Elson MGB
WHAT HAPPENED IN MAY
Plenty of activity as the season gets underway
Due to other priorities, I did not get to do much myself, but the two things I do know about were;
Our St George’s day Run.
A very well attended run (see website for full report)
This generated splendid publicity for us, with a Terry’s live interview on local radio, articles and photos in local press, a photo in “The Octagon” magazine and a large header photo and mention in the national “Classic and Sportscar “magazine.
The Rose of the Shires Run
I didn’t go on this but I know may of us did….unfortunately rather wet …...
No doubt we will get some verbal reports tonight.
WHAT’S COMING UP IN JUNE/JULY
All sorts, but five things to mention in particular:
1) International MG Meeting in France. 28 June to 2 July
Several members are attending this
2) Ratae Run 18 June
3) MG Silverstone. 23-25 June
Our attendance this year will be reduced due to the French event
4) Princethorpe Classic Car Show. 25 June
Again, attendance will be limited due to France and Silverstone
5) Hollowell Steam Rally 1-2 July
We will be having our usual display. Everyone will have sent off their entries by now.
I was a bit late getting off our request for our usual club display area but hope this will be granted.
We have asked for space for 9 cars each day. During the course of tonight, I need to confirm who is attending. David Croskell, Peter Bramble, Bernard and myself have been working to further improve our display and hope to have it all ready on the day……Usual set up volunteers required for Friday night.
6) Victory Trail 23 July…S Birmingham & Worcestershire area
Being promoted by Midland Centre
THE WEBSITE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! www.kilsbymgclub.org.uk
Proving a great success (thanks again to Peter Moore)
If you haven’t taken a look, please do so…..send Peter your photos to add to the gallery.
Good to see the message board is getting some use
(Steve Tromans’ Jersey Trip, Rose of the Shires liason etc etc)
CLUB CLOTHING
Terry is going to place another order for our much admired club clothing.
Sweatshirts, Polo shirts and Tee shirts will be available in various colour combinations
Please fill out your requirements on the spreadsheet that is being circulated tonight.
Rick 6/6/06
St. George’s Day Run 23rd April
The St. George’s Day Run took place on Sunday and 20 cars took part. :-
1 TA, 2 TD’s, 1 TF, 3 Midgets, 3 MGA’s, 3 MGB’s, 3 MGB V8’s, 2 RV8’s, 1 MGF and a Triumph Dolomite Sprint.
On Sunday 23rd April 2006 the Kilsby natter which runs jointly with the M.G.Octagon CC the MGOC, & the MGCC, decided to support FBHVC and organise a run to coincide with their St Georges Day “Drive it Day”
So it was on that day 20 cars, from TA thru TD /TF/ MGA/ Midget/ MGB/ MGBGT/ V8/ MGF/ to MGRV8, assembled from 10 00am in The Red Lion car park in Kilsby. After a live interview carried out by Radio Coventry and Warwickshire, to promote the event and its theme. The cars set off at 2 minute intervals heading for East Carlton Country Park and Heritage Centre near Corby Northants., via a pleasant scenic route of about 25 miles, for a coffee stop and look around the Centre.
Then it was on to Rutland Water through more pleasant Northamptonshire and Leicestershire villages. At Rutland Water a very pleasant picnic was held, whilst the cars drew many admiring looks from the many visitors to the area. Unfortunately the weather then decided to deteriorate and the party broke up and we all gradually made our ways home after a most successful day out.
APRIL NEWSLETTER
F.B.H.V.C. St. George’s Day Run
We are holding a run in support of the above starting at 10 o'clock Sunday the 23rd April from the Red Lion at Kilsby.
We want as many of you as possible to turn out on the day, to support the theme of getting as many classic cars on the road that day to show the strength of the classic car movement.
I.E.: USE IT OR LOSE IT.
We suggest you bring a picnic, but it is up to you, or you can use local Hostelries or Cafes etc.
There is a coffee / toilet stop halfway, and plenty of facilities at the end of the run.
The total run is about 50 miles each way. About 2 hours actual running time each way, if you do the whole run.
A route will be given out on the day for you to follow if you wish. The halfway stop it is the Countryside Park and Heritage Centre at East Carlton near Corby, and we finish at Rutland Water.
We also should suggest you bring a map book to cover the area.
Ricky and Terry.
MARCH NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS:
No new members last month....
WHAT HAPPENED IN FEBRUARY
Annual Dinner
Went very well. Thanks to people who put up a good range of prizes, a well-supported raffle raised our club funds to about £75. Some of this may go towards improving our club display stand.
The “Kilsby MG club supporter of the year” had a popular winner in Peter Moore for his frequent attendance in his open TD.
The “MG Clubman of the year” deservedly went to Reg Rushbrooke for his unstinting help to several members with various gearbox problems.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN MARCH/APRIL
FHVC St. George's Day run on Sunday 23rd April
Morning start Red Lion, the venue TBA. Return mid-afternoon.
In support of the Nationwide FHVC “classics on the road, use it or lose it”' initiative celebrating the 106th anniversary of the 1000 miles trial held in 1900
EVENTS LIST
Apologies for the delay, but I find managed to call to go a first draft of an events list. Please regard this as provisional for now as the next revision will have more clarification and additional events.
OTHER NEWS
Invitations to Hollowell Steam Rally (July 1-2) have started to arrive. We will be having our usual stand. Although we put up a really good show last year we should not be complacent, my feeling is that we should try and make further improvements and do something a bit different that stands out a bit. Are they any volunteers out there who want to participate in a ''Hollowell planning team'' to come up with something???. Several people have already put ideas forward
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