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Future Events

  Contact Group leader Peter Dadson 07710055345 or email abbott.n.stour@live.co.uk for details about any of our events.

Other Group members or T.R. enthusiasts are welcome to join us on our events. For a taster of our varied activities take a look at the Group Newsletter Highlights of
2008 and 2009. 

Abbott and Stour Events for 2010
(last updated: 11th August)

New Group Event Proposals:
Autumn 2010 or Spring 2011 Group Weekend away in England (Ironbridge, Warwick, Cotswolds) Please provide suggestions for location and dates for the Sept. meet.

27- 30 May 2011 Group trip to Laon Historique, France. 20th Anniversary
arranged by Continental Car Tours. This year is a special for British Classics and it would be a great introduction to travelling with your TR abroad, come and join in!
 Further information can be found at:
 http://www.continentalcartours.co.uk/documents/f-laonH_023.pdf
Names needed for Sept. meet.


Links of interest
Classic Cars Welcome
Great Escape Classic Cars

January

January is a quiet month as we recover from the Christmas festivities. However our regular monthly meeting at The Manger Public House in Bradfield Combust includes the Annual General Meeting when our Events List is discussed and produced, any suggestions welcome.

February

Tuesday 9th February
Club Night 2nd Tuesday of the month The Manger pub Bradfield Combust

March
Tuesday 9th March
Club Night 2nd Tuesday of the month
The Manger pub Bradfield Combust

Thursday 25th March
Pudding Club at
The Manger Bradfield Combust 8pm.  After a main course eat as much and as many puddings as you can manage.  Contact Peter Dadson 07710055345 to book.


April

Monday 5th April
The Wensum TR Easter run is Monday 5th April.  As this is the 10th year all triumph clubs are invited to celebrate to make it a big event (24 cars booked so far).  Numbers are limited due to restaurant so book ASAP.  The run starts at the High Lodge Forest Centre Santon Downham Thetford IP27 0AF between 9.00 and 10.00; breakfast available.  The run will take you along deserted roads and into Europe's largest lowland pine forest approx 60 miles.  Option of lunch at The Mundford Crown.  After, there is the option of a brewery tour or other places of interest e.g. gardens/Grimes Graves.  For more information or to book call David Solomon on 07769676473 or check out website www.groups.tr-register.co.uk/wensum Don't miss out; 80 people enjoyed this run in 2001.

Tuesday 13th April

Club Night at
The Manger Bradfield Combust

Sunday 18th April
April Showers Run organised by Bob Bell 01284 768127. An interesting run followed by lunch at a mystery destination. Meet at Tesco's car park Bury St Edmunds 10.30am

Sunday 25th April
Drive It Day organised by Richard Humphries 01284 810321. The destination is Sandringham Estate where, for an entrance fee, the Group can visit the House and Gardens, or it is free to wander round the Country Park Estate; bring your own picnic or eat in the Restaurant or the Visitor Centre cafe. Meet at Tesco's car park Bury St Edmunds 10.00am


May

Sunday 2nd May
40th Ipswich to Felixstowe Run.  Start from Christchurch Park Ipswich.  Ipswich Transport Museum. Meet at the Haughley Truck Stop 8.30am

Sunday 9th May
South Suffolk Show Ampton Racecourse Ingham near Bury St. Edmunds on the A134. Book with the show organiser.
 
Tuesday 11th May
Club Night 8pm at The Manger Bradfield Combust

Sunday 16th May
Treasure Hunt followed by lunch. This year organised by Irene & David Tydeman 01449 674498.  Meet at The Manger 10.00am sharp!

Monday 31st May
Stoke by Nayland Village Show.  Meet up with other classic car owners to attend this popular village event.  Events lined up are: a hog roast, beer tent, a dog show, tug of war, various stalls, competitions, an Art Exhibition, and a classic car display. Fayre starts at 10:00am and ends around 3:00pm. Stoke by Nayland lies about half way along the B1068 between A12 (Clolchester to Ipswich) and A134 ( Colchester to Sudbury).
Contact Peter Dadson 07710055345 for details. 
Meet up at The Manger 09:30am sharp! to head off in convoy

June
Saturday - Sunday 5th 6th June
Woolpit Steam Rally (pre 1965 cars) contact Ian Hewlett 07876447696.  Meet at the Haughley Truck Stop 9.00am

Tuesday 8th June

Club Night and drive meet at 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust.  Drive out to another pub at 8.30pm

Saturday 12th/Sunday 13th June
There is a Triumph Spares Open Day(s) at 9 Millsend Road, High Wycombe, HP17 4AX
Contact: Scott on Mobile:07725415163 if interested


Sunday 20th June
Hylands House Car Show, Chelmsford contact: John Andrews (Area co-ordinator)
This event has been nominated to be the Show in our area where the TR Register will have a presence and all local groups have the opportunity to assemble.
As well as displays by a number of car clubs, motorcycle clubs will also be present plus various car distributors/dealers. I am also told the following will be in attendance to provide interest and entertainment: Essex Air Ambulance with their new helicopter; Essex Police with their cars and helicopter (and, possibly, dogs); Chelmsford District of the IAM; Suffolk Punch horses providing carriage rides; Helicopter rides; Hovercrafts; Retailers; Fairground; Several fast food outlets, as well as the permanent cafe; Beer tent; Ice cream sellers; A repro Spitfire aeroplane. This promises to be a really great event so we are encouraging all members to come along; we aim to get five hundred plus cars of many different marques and interest to all petrol heads. Meet at The Manger at 08:30am to drive in convoy.

Saturday - Sunday 26th 27th June
Rougham Wings, Wheels & Steam. Contact Ian Hewlett 07876447696.  Meet to be decided but it will be at 9.00am

July

Sunday 4th July
North Norfolk Vintage Transport Festival  meet at Tesco's Car Park, Bury St Edmunds for an 08:30am departure - contact Ian Hewlett 07876447696

Tuesday 13th July
Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust.

Sunday 18th July

Cotton Test Match. Contact Irene Tydeman 01449 674498 for details.  Meet at Irene's house at 12.15 to arrive at Cotton for 1pm.

Friday - Sunday 23rd 25th July
TR Register International Malvern  3 Counties Showground

Sunday 25th July
Helmingham Festival of Classic Cars. Take a look at past festivals Helmingham Hall  Complete the entry form 2010EntryformWEB.pdf by 30th April.  Meet A14/A140 services area 9.00am.  Contact Peter Dadson 07710055345

Saturday 31st July
Fish and chip run to Aldeburgh. Meet A14/A140 services area 2pm. Contact Peter Dadson 07710055345


August

Tuesday 10th August
Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust

Monday 30th August
Lavenham Rare Breeds and Motor Show. Contact Ian Hewlett 07876447696 to book.   Meet at The Manger Inn 9.00am 

September

Sunday 5th September
Cold War Museum Bentwaters + pub lunch. Meet at Haughley Truck Stop 9.30 am. Contact Richard Humphries 01284 810321 for details.

Sunday 12th September
Classic & Sports Cars By the Lake at Hall Farm, Fornham St Martin.
Come and experience the joy of classic and sports cars in a beautiful rural setting, in aid of St. Nicholas Hospice Care. The event is a fun day out for all the family to enjoy, to raise money and awareness for St Nicholas Hospice Care. The event is from 11.00am – 4.30pm
Activities on the day will include: -Classic cars displayed by the lake Showcasing the original Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Car -Bring your own picnic and drinks or food available from Suffolk Food Hall with beverage stalls -Drinks area to be sponsored by Greene King -Live music all day -Climbing Wall and Children's amusements -Craft Stalls -Face painting
For more information and entry form, go to:
http://www.classicsportscarsbythelake.co.uk/

Tuesday 14th September
Club Night 8pm
The Manger Bradfield Combust

October

Sunday 10th October
Autumn Leaves Run - this year organised  by Robin Easlea 07725022096.  Drive through the beautiful Suffolk countryside to a mystery destination for a good Sunday lunch. Details to follow.

Tuesday 12th October
Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust

November

Tuesday 9th November
Club Night 8pm The Manger pub Bradfield Combust.

December

Friday 10th December
Christmas Meal at The Manger Bradfield Combust 01284 386516. Contact Peter Dadson 07710055345 to select your menu choices

Tuesday 14th December
Club Night 8pm The Manger pub Bradfield Combust