CLUB NIGHT FOLLOW UP – SEPTEMBER 2024

Despite many regulars being on holiday we still had a good turnout at the Inn on the Lake. It was good to see some new faces too. So, welcome to Lee who has an MGTF (friend of George) and to Nick (friend of Roger, who has bought yet another Jag!).
August has continued to be busy with members attending a range of events, including the South Downs Run in Sussex.
Regalia – Ian brought along a range of garments from our new supplier. (Polo Shirt, Waterproof coat, Hoody, T Shirt) They look excellent (well done Ian!). Please email us if you’re interested – a catalogue is available.
We need to discuss and agree on the Venue for future Club Nights. We have been at the Inn on the Lake for many years now and it has proven to be a good location for us as a club. Unfortunately, the pub is closing earlier and earlier, with last orders called at 8.45pm last night, so we need to consider our options.
So, please let us have any proposals that meet the following criteria:
– ideally located in Milton Keynes
– Adequate parking
– enough space for us to have a social chat
– ideally a separate space for our club discussion
Suggestions so far include
– The old Beams at Shenley Lodge
– The Crooked Billet at Newton Longville
– The Warbler (probably too busy)
ACTION: PLEASE SEND US YOUR SUGGESTIONS, so we can plan some visits

COMING UP – members are attending
SEPTEMBER.
22^nd The MK Classic – Last of the Summer Tour… ending at a new “secret” location. There are still places
available, so let us know if you’d like to sign up.
6^th to 8^th The Goodwood Revival
19^th Mid Month Run to the Crooked Billet in Newton Longville. (an evening meal)
ACTION: PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU’D LIKE TO COME ALONG.

21^st 22^nd Sywell Pistons and Props.
OCTOBER 2^nd Club Night at the Inn on the Lake (PLEASE SEE NOTE ON VENUE)
6^th Bicester Scramble – buy your tickets while you can!
NOVEMBER 6^th Club Night and AGM – Please Note – venue is to be confirmed.

Please get this date in your diaries
– An opportunity to review the year and make sure the club is meeting the needs of its members.
– Set and Outline plan for 2025 events.
– Agree on the venue for Club Nights.
– Review the club finances and agree annual subs.
– Appoint the club officers. PLEASE NOTE, Brian intends to stand down as Area Secretary.
8^th to 10^th NEC Classic Car Show. This is always a good event and a great way to round off the Classic Car Year. Tickets are available in advance with a £4 discount.

DECEMBER 4^th Club Night and Christmas Dinner. The proposal is to use the Crooked Billet in Newton Longville. We will send round the menu shortly with more details. So far we have 28 people indicating they’d like to come along.

COMING UP IN 2025.
7-9^th June Circuit Historique de Laon.
We have a group attend this year. Always an excellent event

2-6th July Le Mans Classic.
We have a sizeable contingent attending – it’s Le Mans, after all!

ACTION. If you’re planning to attend a show, run or event – let us know and we’ll add it to the calendar