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2010 Events Guide
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JANUARY 10
Wirral to Llandudno
Wirral Minis is hosting its 10th annual Wirral to Llandudno run to blow away the winter blues and January cobwebs. Early booking is essential. 01745852277.
www.wirral-minis.com
JANUARY 16-17
Autosport International
Visit the NEC in Birmingham for Europe's largest motorsport trade show and biggest indoor race track. See car launches, new products and maybe even some celebs too.
www.autosport-international.com
JANUARY 28-FEBRUARY 3
Monte Carlo Rallye Historique
Perilous winter excursion through the highlands of France.
www.acm.mc
JANUARY 30-31
Winter Rally
Journey through Switzerland on some excellent twisty roads.
www.mini-club-romand.ch
JANUARY 31
Mini Fair 2010
Minimag sponsored event, indoors at the Staffordshire County Showground. Club displays and Win a Mini for £1.
www.britishminiclub.co.uk
MARCH 7
MiniMine March Madness Run
Join Crewe's Missiles for a spring charity run over the Peak District to MiniMine for a 'Vat free open day'. Enjoy free food and drink, a raffle and club games.
www.crewes-missiles.co.uk
MARCH 12-14
Race Retro
Attend Stoneleigh Park for the International Historic Motorsport show and see some classic rally cars in action and on display.
www.raceretro.co.uk
MARCH 13-14
NMC Sport Relief Circuit Challenge
Two day event taking in nine UK race circuits and overnight camping and BBQ in Norfolk. Tracks include Donington Park, Oulton Park, Cadwell Park and Snetterton, Rockingham, Silverstone, Thruxton and end at Goodwood.
www.nottsminiclub.co.uk
MARCH 14-20
MAROC Classic
Tour Morroco on a 2330km route via seven legs and 19 regularity tests.
www.rallye-maroc-classic.com
MARCH 19-21
British Leisure Show
Minis, speedboats, trial bikes, watersports, extreme sports, rallies, time trials and more, all for just £10.
www.britishleisureshow.com
MARCH 20
Northumberland Borders Rally
Mini Cooper Register navigational road rally event.
www.northumberlandbordersrally.co.uk
MARCH 28
Brooklands Mini Day
Head to Brooklands proving ground and challenge your Mini on Test Hill, or just enjoy the show, trade, concours and spring sunshine.
www.brooklandsmuseum.com
APRIL 3-5
Silly Mini Sunday
The sixth annual family weekender starts from Crealy Adventure Park and will involve runs, fun and lots of fundraising.
www.sillymini.co.uk
APRIL 4
Malvern Mini Show
Back at the Three Counties Showground in Worcestershire for trade, autojumble and a Mini display.
www.classicshows.org
APRIL 4
Snowdon Mini Classic Scatter
Snowdon Minis are hosting a navigational 'scatter' event in the Caernarfon area of north Wales. Visit the website to take part.
www.snowdonminis.co.uk
APRIL 5
Surrey Hills Mini Group Easter Run
Join SHMG for its annual run, starting at the Worplesdon Place Hotel, Guildford at 11am.
www.shmg.co.uk
APRIL 10
Florence and Mugello Mini Meet
Returning to Mugello race circuit, the Mini & Motorbike Maniacs Association is hosting its annual Mini show.
www.miniemotomaniaci.it
APRIL 18
Lincoln BIG Mini Day
Visit Brayford Wharf, Lincoln and see some excellent Minis.
www.trentvalleymoc.co.uk
APRIL 18
Suffolk Run
Bury Mini Club hosts its sixth annual charity run from Bury St Edmunds to Aldeburgh.
www.buryminiclub.co.uk
APRIL 24-25
Moonraker Run
Moles' Mini Club's third annual weekender event. This is a fun filled weekend culminating in a run around Wiltshire taking in the beautiful sights, sounds and on occasion country smells.
molesminiclub@hotmail.co.uk
APRIL 25
H2H Run
Only £5 entry, this two hour run from Huntingdon to Hunstanton takes in some superb countryside.
www.hamoc.co.uk
APRIL 28-MAY 2
Minis on the Dragon
American run through Deal's Gap, North Carolina, taking in 318 turns.
www.minisonthedragon.info
APRIL 30- MAY 3
Yorkshire Mini Splash Dash 2010
Moving to Yorkshire for 2010, expect a high wire adventure at Go Ape, to a classic treasure hunt, plus a day out at a theme park. £15. Pets welcome.
www.cumbriaminicruisers.co.uk
MAY 1
Back to Downton
The DEWS Club will be holding a 'Back to Downton' gathering on Saturday May 1 alongside the Cuckoo Fair at Downton in Wiltshire. Expect classic & custom cars and a good selection of original ex Downton Engineering Works related cars along with some ex Downton employees to chat too.
www.dewsc.org.uk
MAY 1-3
Riviera Run
Travel along the M4 and M5 to Newquay before a weekend of fun and fancy dress.
www.rivierarun.co.uk
MAY 3
East Midlands Mini Show
The second East Midlands Mini show at Thoresby Park, near Ollerton, Notts. Expect trade, autojumble and a Mini display.
www.classicshows.org
MAY 7-9
Mizen to Malin
Irish Mini Owners' Club's flagship event travelling 450miles.
antonycooney@gmail.com
MAY 9
Himley Hall
Minimag sponsored event set within the beautiful grounds of Himley Hall. Concours, trade, clubs and Win a Mini for £1.
www.britishminiclub.co.uk
MAY 13-16
Dutch Mini Rally
European Mini enthusiasts pilgrimage to the UK, touring the North East and Peak District areas.
www.dutchminirally.nl
MAY 16
London to Brighton
Celebrating the L2B's 25th anniversary it's likely to be another big event from Crystal Palace to Madiera Drive, Brighton.
www.london-to-brighton.co.uk
MAY 16
Minis in the City
Minis In Northern Ireland are holding their annual static Mini show at Wallace Park, Lisburn, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland from 12 noon. All models and ages welcome! £5 pre entry and £10 on the day.
deeannharvey@hotmail.com
MAY 21-24
IMM 2010
Book your holiday for the next IMM in Bavaria, Germany.
www.imm2010.de
MAY 29-31
Minis on the Prom
Newport MOC is hosting a charity run weekend starting with a run from Cardiff heading off on a scenic tour towards Aberystwyth for a full-on show the next day and the return leg on the Monday. Contact Joy Or Ron on 02920 790923
www.newportminiowners.co.uk
MAY 30
Norfolk Mini Day
Returning to Fakenham Racecourse, expect trade, club stands, kids entertainment, concours, raffle and much more.
http://www.drive.to/nmoc
MAY 31
Knebworth Mini & VW Show
New for 2010 is a new show from Andrew Greenwood, a joint event at Knebworth Park with Minis and Vdubs.
www.classicshows.org
JUNE 5-6
CER Thong Run
The 6th charity Thong Run has moved to Eternit Sports and Leisure Club, Meldreth, Herts. A relaxed but fun weekend with camping, raffle, disco, thong-flinging, glow show and more.
www.thongrun.co.uk
JUNE 5-6
Chatsworth Rally Show
The increasingly popular event returns to Chatsworth with a host of rally cars and a special stage for spectators.
www.therallyshow.org
JUNE 6
Bristol Mini Day
The annual West Country show has moved to a new location at Washing Pool Farm, Easter Compton, Bristol.
www.bristolminiday.co.uk
JUNE 6
Western MOC show
The sixth annual event for Western MOC in Clarinbridge, Galway. Expect an intimate show with concours and an increased number of Minis. 10 Euros.
www.westernminis.com
JUNE 6
Thistle Run
The Miniclan's 11th annual event running from Newtongrange to Eyemouth with lots of sights and fun to enjoy along the way.
www.miniclan.com
JUNE 12-13
Heartbeat Run
Visit the period locations of the TV series with this tour.
www.mini-eventsuk.co.uk
JUNE 13
New Mini Day
Wicksteed Park, Kettering is hosting a New Mini day, but classic Mini owners are invited.
www.newminiday.com
JUNE 13
MCR Cooper Day
Visit the National Motor Museum in the New Forest for this excellent show.
www.minicooper.org
JUNE 18-20
Mini Meet North
Head to Mosport International Raceway in Ontario, Canada.
www.minimeetnorth.com
JUNE 20
Normanby Hall Mini Day
Trent Valley MOC's annual event goes from strength to strength. Check it out.
www.trentvalleymoc.co.uk
JUNE 20
Birmingham MOC Show, Cannon Hill Park
Fun and games for all with compere Les, concours with a trophy for the first three places, trade stands and autojumble.
www.birminghammoc.com
JUNE 25-27
Balkan Mini Day
Mini Club Serbia is hosting a party weekend in Belgrade to celebrate all things Mini. Information is slowly being confirmed so keep an eye on the website and Facebook page.
www.miniclubserbia.rs
JUNE 27
Minis on the WrecK
Brighton Mini Club's annual charity show at at Shoreham-by-sea Recreation ground is now a free event with charity raffle, Show 'n' shine, club stands, entertainment, traders, autojumble & more.
www.brightonminiclub.co.uk
JUNE 27
Blackpool Mini Run
Picking up Minis from various points in the North West, join the convoy for a parade of the Golden Mile.
www.blackpoolminirun.co.uk
JUNE 27
EDMC Pilgrimage
Eastbourne and District Mini Club's annaul run to Canterbury.
www.edmc.co.uk
JUNE 27
Donegal MOC show
Almost 200 Minis turned out for 2009 show, with awards ceremony and Mini fun at Glenside Business Park, Ballybofey, Donegal.
Goretti McFeely 0353 879722204
JUNE 28-JULY 1
Mini Meet West
The Vancouver Mini Club is hosting MMW2010 in Penticton, Canada. Expect clubs, traders, a photo contest, slalom/funkhana, banquet and more.
www.minimeetwest.com
JULY 1-3
Mini Meet East
On the other side of the country Ohio Mini Owners will be catering for Eastern seaboard Minis in Fairborn, Ohio.
www.mme2010.com
JULY 2-4
Goodwood Festival of Speed
All things fast and frenetic at the famous historical circuit.
www.goodwood.co.uk
JULY 3-4
Waddington Air Show
Join Lincs Mini Chaos Club for the weekend and get free tickets to the show, and let your Mini be admired while on display. Entry closes 28 Feb 2010, so be quick!
lincsminichaos@aol.com
www.lincs-mini-chaos-club.co.uk
JULY 4
Gaydon Mini Show
Visit the Heritage Motor Centre in Warwickshire for a Mini show.
www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk
JULY 10-11
British Mini Showdown
Serious quarter-mile drag action battling for the coveted trophy at Shakespeare County Raceway.
www.britishminiclub.co.uk
JULY 16-19
Compass Weekender
A chilled event at Phasels Wood Scout Camp with karaoke, quiz, fun and games.
showinfo@compassminiownersclub.co.uk
JULY 17-18
Haynes Great Mini Meet
Visit the Haynes Motor Museum in Sparkford for a small Mini meet and track action.
www.thegreatminimeet.co.uk
JULY 18
South Wales Mini Day
This new event will be held at Riverside Caravan & Camping park, jct 45 off the M4.
http://southwalesmini.webeden.co.uk
JULY 20-28
Italian Job Tour
Follow the route of Caine and the three Minis through Turin.
www.italianjobtours.com
JULY 25
Mid-Ulster MC show
Situated in Drum Manor Forest, Co. Tyrone, over 180 Minis showed up in 2009. £6.
Kathleen Bell on 028 7964 3981
http://mumc.co.uk
JULY 31-AUG 1
South Down MOC show
If you know this club then you know this is likely to be a fun-filled show. More details to come. Check the website.
www.sdmoc.co.uk
AUGUST 1
North West Mini Show
Returning for a second year at Capethorne Hall, near Macclesfield, expect trade, autojumble and clubs displays.
www.classicshows.org
AUGUST 5-9
Ring One Zero
Silver Ring Rally with a cool new name, visiting European race circuits and camping at the Nurburgring.
http://R10.minifinity.com
AUGUST 6-8
Southern Mini Days
Returning to Bewl Water, with a Mini circus theme for this year.
www.southernminidays.co.uk
AUGUST 6-8
Cornish Mini Show
A new show catering for those on the western peninsula.
http://cornishminishow.myfastforum.org
AUGUST 8
The Geordie Job
Annual show from Tynemouth Mini Club, in Washington, Tyne & Wear.
www.thegeordiejob.co.uk
AUGUST 15
Mini In The Park
Annual action-packed event at Santa Pod Raceway, Northamptonshire.
www.miniinthepark.co.uk
AUGUST 15-29
Great British Mini Challenge
Two week Mini run from Land's End to John O'Groats.
www.greatbritishminichallenge.com
AUGUST 20-22
Northern Mini & Retro Ride Show
Large north eastern Mini show with traders, clubstands, autojumble village, rolling road, Mini autotest, demo cars plus more.
www.northernminishow.com
AUGUST 28-29
Causeway Coast Mini run
A massive two-day show with over 500 Minis, prizes, and much more.
www.ccminiclub.co.uk
AUGUST 30
East Midlands Mini Show
Back for a second time in 2010 is the East Midlands Mini show at Thoresby Park. Expect trade, autojumble and a Mini display.
www.classicshows.org
SEPTEMBER 2
Ace Cafe Italian Job Auction
The biggest night of the year for Mini owners at the Ace Cafe, where Mini bits will be auctioned off for charity, helping to support the Italian Job run.
www.ace-cafe-london.com
SEPTEMBER 4-5
Minis4Kids Weekender
A Ticket to Ryde and Gunwharf Quays fundraising day in aid of Wave 105 Cash for Kids.
http://minis4kids.weebly.com
SEPTEMBER 12
National Mini Show
Beautiful country house surroundings backdrop this end of season show at
Stanford Hall.
www.miniownersclub.co.uk
SEPTEMBER 17-19
Goodwood Revival
Dress up in period clothing and take a step back in time at the famous historic circuit.
www.goodwood.co.uk
SEPTEMBER 25
Castle Combe Action Day
Expect another exciting event at Mini Magazine's local track in Wiltshire.
www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk
OCTOBER 3
DEWS Highcliffe Castle
The Dews Club will be hosting an Autumn Leaves Car Rally at Highcliffe Castle in Dorset 11am - 3pm, free entry.
www.dewsc.org.uk
OCTOBER 10
Newark Autumn Mini Show
Held at the Newark and Notts Showground, expect trade, autojumble and a Mini display.
www.classicshows.org
OCTOBER 13-16
Autumn in the Appalachians
Classic Minis United is headed back to the mountains with 3 days of spirited classic Mini drives during the peak colour changing of the leaves.
www.classicminis.org
OCTOBER 24
Malvern Mini Show
Held at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, this is the perfect place to pick up some parts for your winter project.
www.classicshows.org
OCTOBER 30-NOV 6
Italian Job
Travel in style around Italy and across the Continent raising money for children's charities.
www.italianjob.com
NOVEMBER 2-5
15-50 November Sun Run
Held at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, this is the perfect place to pick up some parts for your winter project.
www.15-50.sarahandjames.org
NOVEMBER 21
Stoneleigh Mini Show
Andrew Greenwood's second Mini show at Stoneleigh Park.
www.classicshows.org
DECEMBER 5
South West Mini Show
Andrew Greenwood's second Mini show at the Bath & West Showground.
www.classicshows.org



