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Chichester MG Owners' Club Newsletter August 2019
Introduction
Welcome to our August edition of the Chichester MGOC newsletter.
July has been a month of many different events, starting with a run to
The Royal Oak in Midhurst (my thanks to Michael and Alice for putting
this together), followed by Epsom MGOC's Surrey Run, and a BBQ at
Betty and Trevor’s.
Of course, Festival of Speed was a great car event attended by many of
our members where I even saw some familiar faces amongst the
marshals, Alice and Michael! (See below)
It is also so nice when we as a club can make a wish come true, and so it was with great pleasure that
we made a ninety-year old’s birthday a special day (see article in this newsletter).
August promises to be another great month, and I hope you can come along to some, if not all, of
the events we have planned.
I hope you enjoy this newsletter, and please don’t forget to let me have any news or interesting
articles for next month.
Thanks
Andy Harris
Area Sec. Chichester MGOC 1006
Please visit our excellent https://www.chichestermgoc.org.uk and please join our discussion forum on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/discussmgchi/
1006 members at FOS 2019
CLUB CLOTHING & REGALIA
Club Clothing reduced to Clear; (all with club logo)
Navy Scarf - £5 (should be £10). One only; a pre-delivery sample.
Maroon Bib Apron - £10 (reduced from £12.50) Ideal for the Chef at your BBQ.
Polo Shirts - £9.50 (reduced from £12.50 & £15.00).
Just one left in Red; size Large.
And two left in Navy; one size Small, one size Medium.
Club Clothing
Baseball Caps: With the summer upon us, we have lots in stock in ten different colour choices.
Available every Club Night.
As requested, we now have in stock a range of woolly scarfs and gloves, to go with our woolly hats.
These are available every Club Night; together with our popular body-warmers and zipped fleeces, in
assorted colours and sizes.
Club Mugs
In a choice of ‘MG Red’, ‘Dark Navy’
and ‘British Racing Green’.
Plenty in stock to grace your
breakfast tables and to support your
club at a cost of £5 each, or £12.50
for a set of three. Available every
Club Night.
Our Extended Clothing Range
Our full range of baseball caps, woolly hats, new woolly scarfs and gloves, bibbed aprons, polo shirts,
plain and zipped neck sweat shirts, zipped fleeces, zipped fleece hoodies, rugby shirts, body warmers
and high-viz waistcoats, all with our club logo, are available to order at any time in all sizes and
colours.
The next order is to be placed on 13th August for delivery in time for September Club Night.
Check out our web site for the new full and extended range.
Windscreen Stickers
Always plenty available with our club logo in red at £1 each; for your MG, your other Classic, and your
day car; just ask Colin or Andy on Club Night.
Club Subscriptions & Voluntary Donations
Are always welcome (at a guide of £10 per person per annum) at any time. These can be paid into the
‘Voluntary Subscription Pot’ on Club Nights or given to Andy or Colin anytime.
Payment; Welcome by cash or cheque on Club Nights, or by bank transfer into our ‘Santander
Chichester MGOC Regalia Account’; A/C 22353988; Sort Code 09-01-29.
Ninety-year-old birthday treat We were approached by Lynn, the daughter of a
gentleman who has a lifelong love of MGs. His last
MG was a TD, and his daughter wondered if we
could arrange a TD to pick him up for a surprise
birthday party. My thanks to David Blackford who
came to her rescue and made a ninety-year-old very
happy ! (My thanks to Barry for being ready to help
too)
AND A FEW MORE WORDS FROM ‘DRO 69T’ –
Henry’s little black MGB Roadster, after returning from her ‘2019 Brittany Tour’
”I hope HE doesn’t want me to start swimming lessons at my age”
After a long ride, a welcome sight.
Review of our July events
Club night – We had a great
evening run to the Royal Oak in
Midhurst via a terrific scenic route
organised by Alice & Michael. We
gathered on a lovely sunny evening, and
after chatting and looking at some lovely
cars we all set off. Only a few
navigational mistakes were made by
participants. I know I met an MG going
the opposite direction! Could not have
been me that went wrong!!! Once we
arrived at The Royal Oak we all enjoyed
a friendly welcome. A great evening
which I will remember for a long time.
Amberley Classic Car day
Gathering at the spotted Cow
MGs at the Royal Oak
Members of 1006 enjoying The Amberley Classic Car Day. Doug and Ann, Sylvia and Pete, Jim and Annie.
North Mundham Gala - Classic cars and lots more.
Another great Gala. A big thank you to all who attended, and to David Coward for organising our
attendance.
MGs in the paddock held at Trevor and Betty's home.
We had a great afternoon
relaxing in the sun with our BBQ.
Our thanks to Trevor for all his hard work in preparing the area for us, and to Betty for all the food
and drinks provided.
The Epsom Surrey Run started at Bocketts Farm near Leatherhead, following a scenic route
which covered a distance of about 65 miles, finishing at the Rural Life Centre Farnham.
An interloper at our BBQ! Oh, well
if you are going to have one may
as well make it an Aston Martin
DB!
MGs at Sidlesham
A great line up of MGs at
Sidlesham Fête along with
other classics. Well done
David Blackford for organising
A sunny day and a great line up of MGs on the Epsom Run..
Events for your diary..
These events have appeared in our diary, but we now have more information and if you would like to come along you may need to book.
RAF Mini Tour; Friday/Saturday 18/19th October.
Hendon Air Museum, Bentley Priory, Battle of Britain Bunker &
Bletchley Park;
We meet at 08.15am on Friday 18th October for breakfast at
Wellies Café, just outside Chichester, and have the option of a
scenic drive via Guildford to the RAF Air Museum in Hendon,
or take a faster route via the motorways. On the Saturday (and
for those who wish to extend the Tour onto Sunday), there are
some exciting options; tour members will be able to
select those visits which appeal to them the most.
With 11 places now filled, and only 4 places remaining, those
interested in joining the Tour should contact David as soon as
possible. Overnight accommodation is at The Holiday Inn,
Hemel Hempstead @ £40 per person in twin or double rooms,
including 3 course dinner and cooked breakfast. £20 for single supplement. 15 rooms are booked.
To secure your place, please forward £10 per person as a deposit. Balance will be required at the end
of August. Please make payment online to Chichester MGOC Regalia A/C, Santander A/C number
22353988, Sort Code 09-01-29. Or by cheque payable to Chichester MGOC Regalia A/C, handed to
David, Andy or Colin on a Club night.
www.rafmuseum.org.uk www.bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk
www.battleofbritainbunker.co.uk www.bletchleypark.org.uk
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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‘Chichester Wales Tour, 2020’
Following our announcement of the Tour last month, we
thank everyone for their tremendous response and can
now advise that the Tour is almost full.
While our two hotels in Tintern (near Ross on Wye) and Betws-y-Coed still have some spare rooms,
our ‘Guest House’ accommodation for 4 nights at ‘Llanerchindda Farm’ is full. However, they do have
space in their dining room for two more people so we can accommodate one more car with two
persons on the basis that those two stay are in a local B&B nearby.
The Tour is centred on a three day/four night stay at ‘Llanerchindda Farm’ (www.cambrianway.com),
who shall provide afternoon tea, dinner, bed and breakfast, and organise scenic tours on each of the
three days during our stay. On route to Wales, everyone will have the option of a one night stay at a
hotel in Tintern. There will also be a further option of extending the Tour after our stay in the Brecon
Beacons, with a one or two-night stay in a hotel in Betws-y-Coed; perhaps to walk up, or take the
vehicular railway up to the summit of Snowden! or visit some of the many castles and places to see
in North Wales.
The costs for the total seven night Tour staying at Llanerchindda Farm and our two selected hotels
will be approximately £590 person in a double room, or £690 per person on a single basis. For full
details and the costs of a shorter Tour, please contact Colin or John as soon as possible.
Events for August 2019
Sunday 4th August - Goodwood Breakfast club ‘Classic
Car Sunday’ (Pre 1978 cars, and only if approved by
Goodwood)
https://www.goodwood.com/sports/motorsport/breakfast-club/
Tuesday 6th Aug club night - “MGs & Triumphs night” at The Seven Stars, near Petersfield – As in
previous years, we expect to once again fill the car park of The Seven Stars pub with MGs and
Triumphs. This is a great annual social event in conjunction
with the Triumph Sports Six Club. Please come and show off
your MG to like minded enthusiasts (other BMC/BL marques
are welcome too).
Please note that there is no scenic route on this occasion.
Members may either gather at The Spotted Cow for 7.00pm
and proceed to The Seven Stars by the most convenient
route, or meet us all at The Seven Stars GU32 3PG for
8.00pm.
Organiser: Andy
Athelhampton House – Sunday 11th August (Near
Dorchester)
Cranleigh Classic car event
Classic cars, stalls, stands, a duck race and a picnic in the grounds of a Tudor Manor House.
We gather at 08.00am at the Emsworth Service Area on the westbound A27, then on to the 'The
Botany Bay' on the A31 for breakfast, and then to arrive at Athelhampton House between 10.30 and
11.00am. For those who don’t fancy the drive home on the Sunday evening, there will be an evening
meal in a local pub, before staying at a local B&B or at the Dorchester Premier Inn for the night
With this event now just a few days away, those planning on joining us for the day, and/or requiring
accommodation, should contact Andy or Colin as soon as possible. Entry costs are £15 per car.
While there is no limitation on numbers, please do let us know as soon as possible if you plan to join
us, so we may in politeness inform our hosts ‘Bournemouth & Poole MGOC’ of our numbers.
Why not join us for an evening meal before heading home or your accommodation at The Poachers
Inn, 6.30pm (Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7QX) http://www.thepoachersinn.co.uk/
Please let Andy know if you would like to join us, so he can book the table.
W/e 9th - 11th August - Firle
Vintage Fair (classic car spaces by
application only) 10 AM - 6 PM FIRLE
PARK, NEAR LEWES, BN8 6LP. DAY &
CAMPING TICKETS ON SALE NOW,
CHILDREN UNDER 5 ARE FREE
Sunday 11th August Cranleigh & District Lions Club 9.30am to
4.30pm – Classic Car and Autojumble held at the Cranleigh
Showground – An annual event with over 2,000 vehicles last
year. Classic vehicles, autojumble, arena events, trade stands,
jazz band and refreshments.
As this event is held on the same day as Athelhampton, our
organised club event for this day will be the Athelhampton
event (see above). Therefore 1006 will not have its own club
stand at Cranleigh this year.
However, as a substitute, several of our members have booked their cars onto the Sadcase stand.
Registration is still open, and so you may wish to do the same.
http://www.cranleighlions.org/classic-car-show.php
Capel Classic Car & Bike Show – Saturday 17th August (Near Dorking)
This is a family friendly event with a dog show, side stalls, food kiosks and a beer tent, and an entry
limit of just 650 classic cars, bikes and military vehicles. The minimum entry fee is £7.50 (by way of a
charitable donation).
With just two weeks before the event, and with an
entry limit of 650 vehicles, to ensure your entry we
recommend you register as soon as possible. Car
registration is available on line at;
www.capelcarshow.com
This year Chichester MGOC has been offered our
own allocated area for 15 cars.
With just 3 spaces now remaining (at the time of
writing), please contact Colin
[email protected] as soon as possible to secure your place in our club area.
We gather for breakfast as a Club at 08.30am at Billy’s Café on the A29 just outside Billingshurst;
leaving at 09.30am to arrive at the Show just before 10.00am.
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Sunday 25th August MG95 at Beaulieu – As well as
celebrating 95 years since the MG marque was
registered, the Solent MG Owners' Club (MGOC) will be
celebrating their 30th Anniversary. Fellow
Bournemouth & Poole MGOC members and
Southampton MGOC members will also be celebrating
their 35th anniversaries. So all in all this promises to be
a very special day.
The gates open (to MGs only) at 9am with the public
arriving from 10am - those taking part should be in place by 10am, but you can arrive and depart at
any time during the day. There will be a public vote for 'Car of the Day' with prize-giving in the
afternoon – awarded by the Owner and Founder of MG Owners Club in person – our own Roche
Bentley. Spaces may now be booked for both cars and club marquees for the event. So do let Andy
know if you are coming, so we can book spaces.
https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/events/mg-owners-rally/
We will be gathering at Rownhams Services on the west bound carriageway for 8.00am
Organiser: Andy
August 26th Bank Holiday Monday – The MADhurst parade, Midhurst –
If you attend nothing else MG related in
August please come to THIS !!
Chichester MGOC will once again be taking
part in the fabulous MADhurst carnival,
parading our MGs down Midhurst's North St
in front of 3,000 spectators, and supporting
the charity Alopecia UK, who will as ever
supply a copious quantity of helium balloons
to festoon our cars.
All participating cars, floats, and charities assemble at the Grange Centre in Midhurst at 10:00am to
get into position in the parade. The parade normally concludes at the showground by 12:30pm
where a lovely afternoon of live music, entertainment, stalls, food and refreshments await us.
Super exciting news : Joining us this year from the charity will be social media pop star Joelle, who
will be performing live on stage, representing both the charity and Chichester MGOC ! Yes, our very
own pop star !!
Please do encourage friends and family to come to what is a really great FREE day out with stalls,
food, entertainment, music and dancing well into the evening.
Let's have another fantastic MADhurst.
(Any of you thinking of going to the SadCase event at Ford on the same day.....please come and do
the MADhurst parade with us first. We need you !!)
Please confirm your attendance in the MADhurst parade to [email protected]
Organiser: Andy and Mark G
Monday 26th August - Sadcase Classic Vehicle
Show at Ford airfield – An all day event with
hundreds of classic cars on the Ford airfield.
Cars for sale
MGF £1,995 2000 Reg
Brilliant condition, 3 owner MGF, 1.8
petrol. Manual unmarked leather
interior. New brake callipers, new tyres,
new exhaust and clutch replaced 200
miles ago. Upgraded throttle body and
induction kit, gives a lovely exhaust note.
New rear screen in 2018. Cambelt and
water pump changed 2k miles ago.
Comes with Hardtop Mot to June 2020.
Three keys and two remote fobs.
Please contact Andy for more
information
Note: Not actual car, but colour and model are correct.
And finally…. My thanks to Jim Gavin for this one
Hospital regulations require a wheelchair for patients being discharged. However, while working as a student nurse, I found one elderly gentleman already dressed and sitting on the bed with a suitcase at his feet, who insisted he didn't need my help to leave the hospital. After a serious chat about rules being rules, he reluctantly let me wheel him to the elevator. On the way down I asked him if his wife was meeting him. 'I don't know,' he said. 'She's still upstairs in the bathroom
changing out of her hospital gown.'
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