Last Updated: 17/01/2012 14:28:34
Last Update: 4th Jan GroupNewsLetter
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 and 2010 To download our Events List, Select the link: Abbott and Stour Events for 2011 (last updated: 2nd September 2011) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
New local event - (Select Link) - Bikers and Classics at the Bacton Bull
A gathering of male and female like-minded classic Motorbike and Car enthusiasts on the first Monday of every month from 7pm First Meeting 5th Dec
Event location is the car park at The Bacton Bull Public House, Bacton, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 4LJ
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Please note - the 2011 events list is updated regularly so please download your own copy - the list below reflects the latest updates We are always looking for volunteers for a number of events and ideas - so please volunteer and don't leave it all to those few who do this every year - it isn't difficult, help is at hand and it's fun (honestly!) - Thanks Please Note: our events coordinator, Ian Hewlett, has moved location so we are looking for a volunteer for the post of Events Coordinator In addition, we are still looking for a volunteer for the post of Website Manager
Sunday 1st May 41st Ipswich to Felixstowe Run. Ipswich Transport Museum Services are again organising the Ipswich to Felixstowe Road Run in 2011. Full details together with entry forms are now available to download from their website - http://www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk/docs/FLX_IL_2011.pdf for the information and http://www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk/docs/FLX_EF_2011.pdf for the Entry Form Please make your own way there Tuesday 10th May Club Night 8pm at The Manger Bradfield Combust followed by a Drive out to the White Horse, Edwardstone. We depart for drive out at 8:30pm prompt Wednesday 18th May - Ladies Night Ladies Cookery Evening at Palmers, BSE. Meet: At Store 6:45pm Charge £10. Contact Terry Hewlett for more details Saturday 27th - Monday 30th May - Group trip to Laon Historique, France. 20th Anniversary dedicated to British Classic Cars. Some members are travelling to Brugge 25-27th prior to travelling on to Laon. Further information from: http://www.continentalcartours.co.uk/documents/f-laonH_023.pdf Please note that our club booking is *NOW CLOSED* - any additional entries to be managed direct with CCT.
For information: Thursday 23rd June Midsummer Old Car Gathering at The Gardeners Arms pub, Tostock From 7pm, all pre-1970 vehicles welcome - drivers & passengers any age!
Note: we will not be attending this as a group, so anyone interested, please make your own arrangements - Sunday 3rd July North Norfolk Vintage Transport Festival Sunday 10th July Cotton Test Match. Further details to be posted. Meet at Irene & David's house at 11:45am to arrive at Cotton for 1pm. This year, why not bring along a picnic. Tuesday 12th July Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust followed by a Drive out to a mystery pub. Leave by 8:30pm so please turn up promptly for drive out organised by Julian Friday 29th - Sunday 31st July TR Register International Harrogate Sunday 31st July - Classic Cars & Wheels Show Mid Suffolk Showground For anyone not attending the IWE, you may be interested in this local show. Comprises:- Cars, Bikes, stationary engines, tools, crafts, food and drinks. Click link for Entry Form: StonhamBarnsEntryForm Contacts for entry form: Mid Suffolk Showground, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk, IP14 6AT email: msshowground@btconnect.com Tel: 01449 711 111
Sunday 7th August 10.00am - 5.00pm Helmingham Hall 2011 Festival of Classics and Sports Cars held in association with the Suffolk Vehicle Enthusiasts Club (SVEC) We meet at Beacon Hill Services, A14/A140, where Ian will distribute tickets. We will leave at 9am so please arrive early for prompt departure. NOTE: we are attending as a Club Stand so please arrive on time for 'convoy' journey (to avoid disappointment). Tuesday 9th August Club Night 7:30pm The Manger Bradfield Combust followed by a Drive out to a mystery pub. Leave at 7:45pm prompt for drive out organised by Gary NOTE: earlier meeting time, as evenings drawing in, so want to get away for prompt drive out Sunday 21st August Wensum Group Event:-Hunstanton Kite Festival & Classic car show. Classic Car and Motor Rally & Concours d’Elegance Peter Pierce is organizing a trip to the Hunstanton Kite Festival & Classic car show. This run will be in conjunction with the Camb Followers TR Group from Cambridgeshire. This will be a good show as the proceeds go to charity plus a great way to meet fellow Club members from other Eastern groups. Pre Booked Entry Fee £7 per car, vehicles to be in place by 10.30, entry includes entrance fee for two people, all Entrants receive a Commemorative Plaque Contact Peter Pierce on 07787196518 for details. Monday 29th August Lavenham Rare Breeds and Motor Show. All booked up now. Meet at The Manger Inn 9.00am NOTE: tickets for those club members who have booked them will be distributed on August 9th Club Night.
Saturday 10th September Annual 'Fish and Chips' run - organised by Andrew and Nikki Note: meet up at Long Melford Green, just off Church Walk in Long Melford CO10 9DL - for 2pm departure. Sunday 11th September - Classic & Sports Cars by the Lake This event, in aid of St Nicholas Hospice Care, is held annually at Hall Farm, Fornham St. Martin, Bury St. Edmunds IP31 1SL Show times: 11.00 am till 4.30 pm - cars to be in place before 10am Select this link for further details and entry form: 'Cars by the Lake' or contact: Karen Ridgeon on 07830 468228 for more information or email karen.ridgeon@btinternet.com Tuesday 13th September Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th September - Mile Of Triumphs This popular event is back this year. Please look at the following links if interested. Information at: http://www.tssc.org.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=55&id=63164&catid=183&func=fb_pdf Booking form: http://www.tssc.org.uk/images/fbfiles/files/mot_booking_form.doc
Sunday 2nd October (a clash of events!) - a lunchtime Classic Car Gathering at The Manger Inn, Bradfield Combust: this will support our local club night pub so please make an effort to attend - Triumph day at Duxford - Snetterton Race Track - classic car event: see Neil Revington in action Sunday 9th October Autumn Leaves Run - organised by Gary Pizzey Meet at Haughley Truck Stop, 10:00am so please be prompt Tuesday 11th October Club Night 8pm The Manger Bradfield Combust followed by a quiz provided by David & Irene - so best put one's thinking cap on!!! Sunday 23rd October National Restoration Show Stoneleigh Park. For further information select link: http://www.stoneleighpark.com/whatson/
Tuesday 8th November Club Night 7.30pm The Manger pub Bradfield Combust followed by a talk/presentation by Brian Page on 1940's re-enactments. NOTE: earlier start time There will be a small charge of £3 per head for this presentation which will be donated to The Royal British Legion, on behalf of Brian Page.
This evening's talk is about the ever growing 1940s Re-enactment scene and some of the events. Why I (Brian Page) do it and the charity fund raising involved. A little bit about 11/11 - Rememberance Day. ...and what previous generations had to endure. Also perhaps a bit of a singsong at the end and a little quiz ?? Note: we aim to collect completed Christmas Meal menus and monies this evening so please be prepared - thank you Sunday 27th November TR Register AGM, Gaydon Please contact Group Leader if interested in travelling together.
Tuesday 13th December Club Night 8pm The Manger pub Bradfield Combust
Friday 16th December Christmas Meal at The Manger Bradfield Combust We expect to meet up at 7.30pm for an 8pm sit down and eat 'fest'! Look forward to seeing you all MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR MEMBERS/READERS