Spring run Sunday 22nd April

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

Skittles Match Wednesday 18th April

  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.

Classic Car display at Sylvan First School

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

Club night Monday 2nd April

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

Inter Club quiz – Tuesday 13th March

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

Club night Monday 5th March

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

Winter Run 26th February 2012

Winter Run – Sunday 26 February

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

Valentine’s cream tea at Mike Rolls

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

Club night 6th February

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

New Year Dinner

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

New Year Dinner 2012

A Very Happy New Year to all our members!

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

20th May 2012 – DMASC – MGs at Kingston Lacy

A popular annual event held in the grounds of the spectacular National Trust property.

20th May 2012 – Moor 2 Sea Run

Exeter MGOCs ‘Moor 2 Sea’ Run takes in North Devon and Exmoor.

19/20th May 2012 – Beaulieu Spring Autojumble

The annual Spring Autojumble and Sodbury Sort out takes place at Beaulieu - details <a href="http://beaulieu.co.uk/beaulieu-events/spring-autojumble/">HERE</a>

18/21st May 2012 – MGOC Tour of Cornwall

This is a 3 day event based around Padstow – Full details can be found HERE

13th May 2012 – MGOC Regency Run

A major annual event – The Regency Run to Brighton. Full details can be found on the MGOC Website

7th May 2012 – Popham Airfield Fly and Drive In

The Popham Airfield Fly and Drive In event also includes an Auto and Aero jumble!

7th May 2012 – National Motor Museum 40th Anniversary and Motor Cavalcade

Visit the Beaulieu website for more information.

26/30th April 2012 – MGOC Ireland 2012

The annual event organised by the MGOC is being held in County Cavan – Full details can be found HERE

27/30th April 2012 – MG Cricket St Thomas

Entering it’s 4th year, this 3 day hotel based event is proving ever popular, organised by the MGOC Southern Regional Secretaries. Full details can be found HERE

22nd April 2012 – National ‘Drive It’ Day

It’s National ‘Drive It’ Day – get those cars on the road!

21/22nd April 2012 – Footman James Bristol Classic Car Show

The Footman James Bristol Classic Car Show is held at the Bath & West Showgrounds at Shepton Mallett – full information can be found HERE

15th April 2012 – MGB 50th Birthday Run

This is bound to prove a popular national event, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the MGB and the run ends at the Heritage Motor Museum at Gaydon. More details can

4th March 2012 – The Cobweb Spin

The traditional season opener – a trip to the IBM club at Hursley, hosted by the Winchester MG Owners Club. More details can be found on their website. First cars

4th March 2012 – Vintage Transport Day

Held at the Aviation Museum opposite Bournemouth International Airport, this event draws a wide variety of vintage vehicles – more details can be found on their website – gates open at

12th Feb 2012 – Mike Rolls Valentine’s Cream Tea

12th February 2012 – Mike Rolls Valentine’s Cream Tea @ Fifehead Magdalen A seasonal favourite with a nice drive out past Compton Abbas airfield – LINK to Mike’s website. The

24/25th Feb 2012 – Rallye Sunseeker

24/25th February 2012 – Rallye Sunseeker in Wareham and Ringwood Forest Get yourself a warm flask, coat and gloves and set yourself up in the forest for a day of

21st Jan 2012 – Murray & Curry @ The Tank Museum

Saturday 21st January 2012 – 7.30pm start Murray Walker, a curry and a lot of tanks – a sure fire recipe for a superb evening! Visit www.tankmuseum.org for more details.

1st Jan 2012 – Vintage Club Meeting – The White Buck, Burley

A popular event for classics of all ages and marques, held at the White Buck, just outside of Burley in the New Forest. The event runs from 10.30am to 2pm

1st Jan 2012 – Classic Cars On The Prom

The annual New Year’s Day meeting of CCOTP runs from 11am to 2pm

Athelhampton Gathering & Picnic 2011

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

2011 Events

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

MGB 50 Birthday Party

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

Laon Historique – 20th Anniversary

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

12 September 2010 – Harmans Cross Steam Rally

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.

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

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

5 September 2010 – Wessex Classic Car Show

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

6 September 2010 – Monthly meeting

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

5 September 2010 – South Downs Run

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)

8 Augist 2010 – Athelhampton 2010

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.

2 August 2010 – Monthly meeting

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

1 August 2010 – Lymington Car Show

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!

13 June 2010 – Classics @ Kingston Lacy House

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

18 July 2010 – Breamore House Motoring Extravaganza

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

18 July 2010 – Sherborne Castle Car Show

A huge event incorporating Main Dealers and Car Clubs alike.

5 July 2010 – Monthly meeting

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

12 June 2010 – Dorset Air Ambulance @ Henstridge

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

7 June 2010 – Monthly meeting

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