Mini Fest 2026
I have been a regular attender to the British Mini Club‘s Mini shows at Stanford Hall near Rugby for many years, but always arriving in another marque, never a Mini. … Read more
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Mini Fest 2026
Entering Your Car Into A Carnival Parade
I have never taken part in a carnival parade before. I had never considered it. Classic car enthusiasts sometimes only think of classic car events, motorsport, or simply driving their … Read more
Invite to Cheswardine
Last month, I was highly honoured to be invited to attend the Cheswardine classic car show to show with my car “Bluebelle” to raise money for the parish hall. Cheswardine … Read more
Introducing James
Last week, whilst out in my Skoda Octavia Scout “Oskar”, my wife had a big accident in the car, writing the car off. She broke her thumb, and hurt her … Read more
Supercars at Tern Hill Hall July 2025
In aid of the West Midlands Air ambulance, Tern Hill Hall hold a regular summer months classic car meeting. This month, not only was there the usual classic cars, but … Read more