Category: 1020 News

Club Night December 3rd

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At our December club night, our last meeting in 2012, we were entertained by a group of 5 Salvation Army bandsmen and their musical director Malcolm Randell. On their arrival,

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Club Night November 5th

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Terry Mobley with a model of Wellington “R for Robert” Terry Mobley provided club members with a very interesting and emotive presentation covering some of the wartime flying experiences of his father,

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Club Night October 1st

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The 2012/2013 committee The October meeting was the 28th birthday of the club and also our AGM. 60 members attended and elected the club committee for 2012/2013 and also selected

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CCOTP and Motorcade

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On the last day of the Bournemouth Air Show we had two classic car events taking place locally. Some members attended the Classic Cars on the Prom meeting which had

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Athelhampton House Garden Party & Picnic

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The rear lawn at Athelhampton House Our major annual charity fund raising event, this year in support of Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance and Troop Aid, took place in brilliant

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Club Night August 6th

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Our August meeting was a very busy one with several new MG owners joining the club. A short film was shown during the evening. This was part of “The Best

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Dogs’ Derby and Family Fun Day, Sunday 5th August

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A few months ago we were asked by the Rotary Club of Parkstone whether some of our members with their MGs would attend a charity fund raising day, in Poole

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Forde Abbey Summer Fair, Thursday 26th July 2012

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7 cars made the journey from Bournemouth to Forde Abbey Nr. Chard to take part in the Annual Summer Fair and Classic Car Show. The weather was wonderful, if anything rather

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Summer Run & Hog Roast Saturday 21st July 2012

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This year’s summer run started from Avon Heath Country Park and followed a 30 mile route through the byways of Dorset and Hampshire before entering the New Forest. The run

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Poole Bay Classics Motoring Extravaganza at Breamore House Sunday 15th July

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Due to the very wet weather over the previous weeks, this popular event moved from the usual field, which was waterlogged, to a much better site within the park and

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Club Night July 2nd

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At the July meeting, which was very well attended, Paul Roff of Autodents Ltd gave us a demonstration of his Paintless Dent Removal. Paul set up a car door, which

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Cowdray House visit

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On Sunday 17th June, we joined Chichester MGOC for a Jubilee picnic at Cowdray House. Only 3 cars from 1020 attended but we enjoyed a good day at this very

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Club night Monday 4th June

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Our June meeting, falling during the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations, was always going to be a challenge for us. We decided to make it a special night with decorations, celebratory

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Kingston Lacy House Sunday 20th May

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The Kingston Lacy classic car day organised each year by DAMASC was attended by a large group of 1020 members who enjoyed a relaxing day in the grounds of this

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Club night Monday 7th May

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This Bank Holiday Monday meeting was well attended for the showing of a short film tracing the early life of Enzo Ferrari and his ambition to win the 1951 British

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Cricket St Thomas Inter Regional Weekend 27-30th April

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The long awaited 4th event, held every 2 years at the Warner Cricket St Thomas Hotel in Chard, Somerset and organised by the Southern Regional Secretaries of the MG Owners

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Spring run Sunday 22nd April

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This year our spring run was planned to coincide with national Drive it Day. Starting from Hamworthy Sports Club, our route took us very quickly into the side roads and

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Skittles Match Wednesday 18th April

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  This annual challenge match, hosted by the Dorset Historic Motor Club was again played at the Hamworthy Sports Club. 1020 surpassed itself with a magnificent attendance of 28 people.

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Classic Car display at Sylvan First School

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I was approached by a member of staff from the Sylvan First School, in Poole, to organise a display of 1950’s vehicles for the pupils. This year the school celebrates its 60th anniversary and

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Club night Monday 2nd April

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Oyez, Oyez, Oyez – Our guest speaker at the April meeting was David Squire, the Poole Town Crier. He entertained us with an interesting talk covering the history of town

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Inter Club quiz – Tuesday 13th March

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The Inter Club Quiz for the DHMC Challenge Shield took place at the Hamworthy Sports Club hosted again by 1020 as holders of the trophy. 13 teams took part, representing

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Club night Monday 5th March

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The guest speaker at our March meeting was Mike Crankshaw, an ex-chef from the Royal Yacht Britannia. Mike spoke to us about his life on board the Royal Yacht and

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Winter Run – Sunday 26 February

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The weather was so good on the day that we could have been forgiven for thinking that it was our spring run! A record number of cars, 46, were booked

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Valentine’s cream tea at Mike Rolls

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On Sunday 12th February many of us joined other local club members at Carole and Mike’s premises, in Fifehead Magdalen, for their traditional Valentine’s cream tea. Some of us took

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Club night 6th February

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On a cold and damp night 86 members attended our February gathering. We had arranged a fun skittles evening for those who wished to take part. The initial round robin

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New Year Dinner

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A very enjoyable New Year Dinner was held at the Ferncroft Masonic Hall on Saturday 14th January. 40 guests attended and were provided with a 4 course meal produced by

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A Very Happy New Year to all our members!

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Duncan and Fizz Gee arriving at CCOTP on New Year’s Day On New Year’s Day, many 1020 members gathered on Bournemouth promenade, with many other local car clubs, for the traditional meeting

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Athelhampton Gathering & Picnic 2011

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Athelhampton-Flyer-ad.pdf (505.40 KB) There is no need to book in advance for this event. Just bring your MG on the day and enjoy yourselves. We shall have our usual raffle

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2011 Events

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Here is the latest list of all events that we are aware of in our Region – get those cars out of the garage and enjoy the local countryside!  Out

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MGB 50 Birthday Party

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The most anticipated weekend of the year, for many MGB owners, was the 50th Anniversary celebrations of this iconic model. Organised jointly by the MG Owners’ Club and the MG

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Laon Historique – 20th Anniversary

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This is a multi-marque tour in it’s 20th year, dedicated to ‘British Classic Cars’ and organised and run by Continental Car Tours – an independently bonded Tour Operator. The cost

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12 September 2010 – Harmans Cross Steam Rally

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Come and enjoy steam engines and classic cars galore – jump on a steam train and go for a paddle in Swanage Bay – a great day out.

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11-12 September 2010 – Wessex MG 25th Anniversary Event

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The Wessex MG Club are holding their 25th Anniversary Event over two days at the Lydiard Country Park near Swindon.

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5 September 2010 – Wessex Classic Car Show

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This firm annual favourite has moved back to Bovington, so don’t go to Canford Arena!

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6 September 2010 – Monthly meeting

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Come and join 1020 at Hamworthy Sports Club on Magna Road, as the 2010 season starts to draw to a close.

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5 September 2010 – South Downs Run

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A popular event in the national calendar. Full details can be found in the attached file, which includes the entry form too.  2010-NF-Run-entry-form.doc (73.00 KB)

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8 Augist 2010 – Athelhampton 2010

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1020’s big annual event that draws up to 400 MGs onto the lawns of Athelhampton House. A relaxed day for a picnic and to enjoy the house and gardens.

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2 August 2010 – Monthly meeting

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Come and join 1020 for the final Monthly meeting before Athelhampton 2010. Starts at 7.30 at the Hamworthy Sports Club on Magna Road

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1 August 2010 – Lymington Car Show

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The Rotary Club arrange this classic car show, at which 1020 will have a stand. There is limited space, so if you are interested, book early!

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13 June 2010 – Classics @ Kingston Lacy House

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Raising cash for the Poole Hospital Scanner appeal this annual event organised by the Dorset Area Midget & Sprite Club is always popular – enjoy the house, gardens and cars

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18 July 2010 – Breamore House Motoring Extravaganza

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In it’s 10th year now, this event is always popular with 1020 members – run by Poole Bay Classics.

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18 July 2010 – Sherborne Castle Car Show

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A huge event incorporating Main Dealers and Car Clubs alike.

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5 July 2010 – Monthly meeting

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A mid-summer evening meeting at the Hamworthy Sports Club on Magna Road

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12 June 2010 – Dorset Air Ambulance @ Henstridge

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This is a ticket only event – contact Nigel Hedges for full details.

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7 June 2010 – Monthly meeting

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Come and join 1020 for a summer’s evening monthly meeting. 7.30 start at the Hamworthy Sports Club on Magna Road.

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6 June 2010 – New Forest Run

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An essential part of the summer calendar. Organised by the Southampton and New Forest MGOC this incorporates an 80 mile run and hot bacon butties! LINK to the Southamton &

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18 May 2010 – Classic Car Auction @ Athelhampton House

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Contact Gary Batt from Dukes on 01305 265080 for full details and a catalogue.

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9 May 2010 – MG Regency Run

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An absolute national classic with a run from Brooklands to Brighton

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3 May 2010 – Monthly Meeting

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Come and join 1020 for their monthly meeting at Hamworthy Sports Club on Magna Road.

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11 April 2010 – Arundel Castle picnic & gathering

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Join Andy Harris and the Chichester MGOC in the grounds of the stunning Arundel Castle for a picnic and chinwag.

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