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Classic Nostalgia at Shelsley Walsh.
© Simon Wright
BMC & Leyland Show. The British Motor Museum at Gaydon will host the BMC & Leyland show on Sunday 11th July 2021. A huge range of British marques will be on display that were produced by the BMC, British Leyland and the Rover Group. This year the show will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Morris Marina. The organisers hope to encourage as many Marina and Ital (the Marina successor) owners to join the celebrations. Anyone arriving in a Marina or Ital on the day will be offered free entry and vehicle display. The Historic Marathon Rally Group and the Mini Cooper Register have teamed up to offer the ‘Historic Rally Display’ a fantastic mix of rally cars which should include Ford, Hillman and Audi. It is expected that hundreds of vehicles will be lined up outside the museum, ranging from the humble Mini to the larger Rover 800s, Montegos and Maestros, as well as vans and lorries Tickets cost £14.50 for spectators and must be booked in advance. For more information see the museum website www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on
Classic and Competition Car
This year marks the 10th anniversary of this popular annual event. Celebrating the glory days of motorsport, Classic Nostalgia at Shelsley Walsh offers a full weekend of action both on and off the hill. Great cars from across motorsport history will gather at the oldest motorsport venue in the UK on the 17th and 18th July 2021. High-lights include ERA R4D returning to its spiritual home to compete. Former land-speed record contender ‘The Beast of Turin’ will roar its way up the hill. There will be a spectacular display of rally legend cars in action. Off track, the Classic and Sports Car Concours d’Elegance is set to return along with live music and entertainment in the courtyard. The event is Covid-19 secure, so book in advance. Tickets cost £25 in advance. For more information see their web site https://www.shelsleywalsh.com/
© Janet Wright
June 2021
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