December 2010
Happy Christamas everyone and a prosporous new year.
The December meeting turned out to be a gathering of those with 4 x 4 vehicles!!. We met up at the Fairfield Arms and with no TVR tyres to "kick" went straight inside for coffee. Just our luck to choose the day
their seating system was off. Needless to say we did not have a run out
to Beacon Fell though Paul Forrest had been up near Longridge to buy a
Christmas tree and said we wouldn't have made it anyway.
Bob Cuthbertson gave us a run down on the Scotland trip and which
hotels he had booked, and I told people I had downloaded a "brochure" of all the range of TVR clothing if they wanted to order things. That
was about it, so just a chat and some food and then off shopping or
back home.
I will keep you posted on the venue for the January meeting but likely
to be the Eagle & Child at Weeton
Take care
Dave
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November Sunday 28th Nov
Here are the announcements and notes from yesterday.
Club day this month was a bit different in that we visited Track v
Road and went on to the Bashall Barn afterwards for lunch. A very good
turnout of cars and members for this event with 13 TVR’S and 22 people.
We were also joined by Dave Shepherd and his partner Val who attended a
meeting for the first time in his new T350C.
Eilert and Jack also came along and for those of you who dont know
Eilert is an undrgraduate from Norway who is basing his thesis on TVR
Cars. Jack has chosen the invasion of Britain as the subject of his
thesis and as we go into raptures about TVR he gets excited over WW2
Pil boxes and air raid shelters! They are both great lads. The clear
cold sunny weather showed the Lancashire countryside at its best with
many stunning views from the Longridge fell road. Many thanks to
Richard and Craig for their hospitality and there were some cracking
cars in their new showroom. The M series and the 350 wedge in
particular seemed to be bargains and I bet they are not in there long.
I hope you all enjoyed the day as much as Ann and I did and thank you
all for your company.
Announcemnets
1. Dave Cahill had brought 20 Calendars he has compiled from your
photo's to the meeting. This first batch was being sold at £11 each and
they are excellent. Many thanks Dave. I still have 2 at home so if any
one wants one please contact me. We can also re order some more but the
price may vary a bit.
2. I can aslo order the main club Calendar if any one wants one. Again,
please let me know your requirements.
3. The number attending Christmas lunch now stands at 41 so if anyone
has not told me and wants to come give me a ring or drop and e mail
DONT FORGET THE 12TH OF DECEMBER AT 12:00 AT THE SHIP IN ELSWICK
4.The subject of a new meeting place was raised and the Fairfield Arms
and the Eagle and Child at Weeton were proposed. there was some concern
re the car parking at the Fairfield so I will visit the Eagle and Child
and way things up and discuss it with the Landlord. I will inform you
all re the venue at the christamas lunch.
October Sunday 31st 2010
Events
1: Xmas Lunch 12th December at the Ship Inn Elswick ~ I now have 39 names down on the list but still to let me know if they are coming are:- Chris Chatfield, Jack Hull, Russ Pinfold, Terry Megson and Keith Hume.
2: Autopia in Darwen have contacted me and asked if anyone is interested in attending a rolling road session to be arranged by them. They need 12 names before they can make it a firm event. I will get more details of price etc if you want to come. E mail me if you are interested in attending.
3: The Classic car show and MPH 10 is at the NEC on the 13th /15th November. Tickets can be bought in advance from the main club TVR website at £15 each. If you want to travel down as a group let either Russ or I know and we will arrange something.
4: The Belle Vue Greyhound Stadium was proposed as a night out this coming winter. I will sort out possible dates and keep you informed.
5: The following events outlined at the recent meeting in Gaydon were briefed and will be firmed up as the dates get nearer. They are:- Tag 11 at Goodwood June 3rd to 5th , Old Timers at Nurbergring provisionally 2nd weekend in August, Dedicated TVR event at Oulton Park September 2011. Events for 2012 (TVR Club 50th Anniversary) include Silverstone Classic and Le Mans 2012.
6: Next month’s meeting will include a trip to Bashall Barn which is a visitor centre food/ shop/ Café/ resteraunt and micro brewery. Something for every one. I hope to also tie in with Track v Road for a look at their new showroom. I will throw the event open to the other local regions as well. I will again keep you posted re meet up places and times of departure.
Other Things
1: The presentation of the Cheque for £4812 raised at the BNG / BH will be made shortly and I will e mail every one with details when the date and venue is confirmed.
2: 26 copies of the BNG Video have been sold by John Mleczek so far and a further 17 already given to the Blackpool members and paid for by the regions funds. If anyone else wants a copy please contact either John , Russ or myself.
3: The December club meeting falls on Boxing day so it was agreed to move the meeting to Sunday the 19th instead.
4: Blackpool region Calendar~ Dave Cahil asked me to check if we still wanted to produce one as he had not received many new photo’s. The members still want one and it is up to you to get the photo’s to Dave ASAP . Russ will also go through the photos taken at the BNG by Chris Dootson and select some from there as well and send them to Dave Cahill.
September
REGIONAL ORGANISERS
Russ Larcombe and David Welton were elected to the positions of
Regional Organisers for the next 12 months
FINANCE
It was agreed that monies collected via raffles should be used to
sponsor the Xmas dinner and also to buy video's of the BNG / BH for
those who want them.
XMAS DINNER
Penny Clayton has offfered to arrange this and Sunday 12th of December
was the popular date. the Ship at Elswwick was again voted as the place
to go if possible. Should that not be possible the Orchard at Broughton
was the second choice.
NEC CAR SHOW 12to 14th November
A number of people expressed an interest in going to this as TVR will
be having a stand in one of the Halls. Iwill cover the subject in a
separate e mail to see if we can combine transport in some way.
EDINBURGH WEEKEND AWAY
About 5 couples stated an interest and I will again pursue this in an
e mail
CHANGE OF CLUB NIGHT
The 30th of September is the last of the Thursday club meetings and
we
will be going back to the Last Sunday of the month So the October
meeting will be on Sunday the 31st. The first run out was agreed as
Wallings Ice cream parlour
CLUB CALENDAR
Please submit any photo's you would like to be part of the 2011
Blackpool Calendar to Dave Cahill by the ned of October. The higer the
resolution the better and if you want your photo to be considered for
the front page you need to submit it in Portrait format. We will also
use some of the BNMG photos.
Topics to be covered
REGIONAL ORGANISERS
It is that time fo year when the positions of R.O. and Deputy R.O come
up for re election. Both Russ and I are willing to stand for another
year if re elected but if you or some other member wants to stand for
either position we would not mind at all. In fact the recent BNG / BH
has shown we have a lot of very capable organisers within our region
and I include a number of our lady members in that statement.
Russ Larcombe states "I has really enjoyed helping the region enjoy a
very successful year of events, I think there are are still lots of
areas we could improve upon and will explore further possibilities with
the members if re elected"
For my part I can say looking back that the support you have all given
Russ and I has been fantastic and I am frequently amazed how much help
has been offered when we were in a "bit of a corner." I have attached
a downloadable form should any one wish to stand for either position..
I will also have some forms with me at the meeting on the 30th of
September.
FINANCE
Club funds~ we need to decide what we do with the money raised at
raffles etc. Suggestions include: Subsidy of Xmas meal, food and drink
at an event like Oulton Park, Transport to a function / event, donation
to charity etc. I will be asking for your thoughts at the next meeting.
A VIDEO EVENING
A possible evening somewhere to show the video of the BNG / BACK HOME.
This could be at the Fylde Boat Angling club one Tuesday evening if
they are up to it.
XMAS MEAL
Which could include a review of the year in the form of photo's or
videos. Penny Clayton has offfered to arrange this so any thoughts on
what and when and where? Possible dates, assuming a Sunday are: 12th
and 19th of December.
NEC CAR SHOW
Who is going do we want to pool transport to get there?
EDINBURGH WEEKEND AWAY
Does any one still want to go up this Autumn for a bit of Christmas
shopping and general look round?
CHANGE OF CLUB NIGHT
The 30th of September is the last of the Thursday club meetings and we
will be going back to the Last Sunday of the month So the October
meeting will be on Sunday the 31st. This gives ud the chance to go on
afternoon runs out so any ideas where people would like to go will be
most welcome. we could even put out a schedule of intended trips!
CLUB CALENDAR
Please submit any photo's you would like to be part of the 2011
Blackpool Calendar to Dave Cahill ASAP
Thats all for now folks
Dave
June
Events
1: Dave Welton going to Roar near Stockport this weekend to see how they run the auto jumble and meet traders
2: Totally transport is on the prom this coming weekend at south shore
3: Suggested next outing could be to Leighton Hall car show near Carnforth on Sunday 11th july DW will get details and post on web site and e mail those on our list
4: Cholmondley Pageant of power is on 17th 18th July and a number of people have booked for the Saturday. Details of departure will be put on web site and e mailed
5: Kev Baker is going to the Silverstone classic with the Cheshire region and states how good an event it is.
6: Lytham Hall car show is on August the 8th and I will reserve a stand for us at the show
Other Things
1: The names of the kart teams have been sent to Don Hastie and awaiting more info
2: We have been invited to attend an event at the “Edge” in Kirkham (used to be the Hillside and then the Stables bar) I will try and combine it with a televised F1 Grand Prix, possibly the Italian event on 12th Sept
3: The Evening Gazette photographer came down and took various photo’s of the 14 TIV’s that were there. An article about the BNG / BACK HOME and the photo’s should appear in the gazette very shortly. A further article will be written nearer the event and one actually during the event So fame at last
4: Kev Baker brought along his new, in every sense of the word, Griff. Looked stunning and must be one of the best there is. However, it appears to have a problem with the bonnet as it keeps springing open!
5: Rob Briggs asked about attending the event at Hoghton Towers and I will check up on it and advise people shortly.
Our cars lined up for the Gazette photographer.
May
A fine night that saw a good turnout of members and cars. Ian decided to come on 2 wheels so turned up on his very nice Triumph bike. Whilst we were stood outside there were some very strange sights. At first we thought it was Halloween or we were on the set of a horror film. It all became clear when it turned out that they were members of 'Stone The Crows' Morris team who are based in Leyland You can visit there website here
Also in attendance was Brian O'Hare, who now lives over in Canada.
Topics Covered
1: Teams for Karting are now required for the event in June. The cost will be £200 for a team of 4 people Names to Dave Welton by email or phone please if you are interested. It was a brilliant day out last time. Don’t forget we need a ladies team to take on the West Lanc’s girls.
2: Meetings with the Blackpool council and the MSA have taken place this month and both meetings were a success so the BNG / BH is progressing well and the Sprint is on. Entry forms will appear on the main club website and in the June issue of Sprint.
3: Both of Dave Weltons are for sale and will appear on the website shortly!
4: A trip to the Lakeland Motor Museum will take place this Sunday 30th May. Meet at the Forton services on the M6 at 10:00 to 10:15 and then on to Crookland’s to meet up with the South Cumbria gang, and then on to the Musem and then lunch somewhere.
5: Details of the meeting place for the people going to the Myerscough Open Day will be announced shortly by e mail
April 2010
A good turnout for the first Thursday evening meet of the year. After everybody had departed 4 of us (Jimmy, Andy, Russ P, Dave) decided to enter the pub quiz. The requlars have no worry that we are going to take all the prizes. Our final score did manage to get to double figures.
Topics Covered
TVR Car Club AGM Feedback
1: £80k in the club bank account
2: Buying equipment ~ Inflatable dome being considered, PA system
3: Increasing the number of track days a bit.
4: Trying to secure blocks of tickets for Le Man
5: Possible German trip to watch classic racing at Nurbergring
6: 6300 members
7: Run out rules for use when driving in convoys
8: John Mleczek voted a life member of the club
9: Dave Hothersall voted Deputy Editor of Sprint Magazine
10: RV8 online source of information being considered for link to club website
11: TVR Book ”The early years” about to be launched
BNG/Back Home
1: Dave Cahill will take on role of liaison with Longton MC at the sprint
2: John Mleczek is organizing the concours
3: Leaders for Saturday ruins out required
4: Leaders for Sunday morning rumble up the prom required
5: Leaders for the Friday night Illumination run required
6: List of names for marshals started
7: MSA Inspection postponed due to illness
8: Entry forms for all events ready to go out when licence granted
9: Event T shirts displayed
10: Formula 1 style Pit Stop Challenge on the Saturday
11: Entries for sprint are being received from various sources
March 2010
Last Sunday meet till after summer, so back to the last Thursday of the month
Topics Covered
1: Reminder to those on the I.O.M. trip they don't need a green card to travel as the Island and the UK have reciprocal agreements on Health etc.
2: John Mleczek has been proposed for a life membership of the club as recognition for his service to both TVR and the club.
3: If any members still have not got their tickets for the Dinner dance at the De Vere at the BNG / BACK HOME they can now apply to Ali Brown at the main club as soon as possible.
4: John, Russ, Dave and I went to Ginetta (report to follow) a couple of weeks ago to get them to bring cars to the BNG event and to enter a vehicle in the sprint. Despite having a race mt’g that weekend they will support our event.
5: I asked for anyone who knew of an approved scaffolder who could erect a platform and tower at the BNG . Mick Mc Donnell stated he may be able to help. And will e mail with details.
6: Again I asked if anyone knew of a sign manufacturer and was given the nane of Richard Lee the West Yorks Secondary R.O.
7: Upcoming events are:- British GT AT Oulton park on the 4/5th April, Harewood Hill on the 11th April,Tuscan Challenge at Cadwell on the 10th April, Chatsworth on the 24th /25th April where Keith Hume is leading a convoy form the Tickled trout on the 25th at 8:00am. See web site for details.
8: BTCC Touring car series is at Oulton Park Oon 5/6th June which clashes with Tatton Park
9: I will find a free weekend for the Edinburgh trip later in the year and put details on the web site.
10: The raffle raised £38 for future events.
February 2010
Another good turnout of members, many in their TVR's. Today's meeting was taken by Dave Welton who managed to make it back from Australia safely.
Topics covered
1: There is still a chance of the Tour of Scotland trip, but this may be postponed till next year, with us already having the trip to the Isle of Man already this year.
2: A bank account has been opened to keep the clubs monies in
3: ROAR, the annual Chimaera get together are opening the doors to all TVR models this year.
The event is taking place over the weekend of 25th-27th June at the Moorside Grange Hotel in Stockport. Click the following link for the Event schedule.
4: BNG/Back Home 2010. The planning is still ongoing to make this the not to miss TVR event of the year. The details were given about a couple of the static displays that have been booked to appear over the weekend
After the meeting concluded 6 TVR's and a Golf (Hi Ian) headed to Wallings farm nr. Garstang to sample some of their Ice Cream (hope your Ice Cream wasn't to big Bob) and other food.
January 2010
A good turnout with most people in their TVR's even though we had an over night hail storm followed by a small amount of snow.
Russ Larcombe was in charge of today's meet whilst Dave was on holiday in Australia.
Welcome to Jack from Elswick with his red Cerbera.
Topics covered
1: Proposed trips to Cartmell races in
2: A short overnight trip to Edinburgh - no dates as yet
3: A 4/5 day trip up to and around northern Scotland (approx. 130miles per day) - no dates as yet
I'll try to get the routes extra on-line when Dave gets back from holiday.
Future Event
On the 27th February there is a Breakfast Club organised @ Great Birchwood Country Park, near Warton. This is open to all makes and models of car. It starts around 8:30am onwards. We are going to meet at the 'Out Side In' pub by B&Q at the end of the M55 @ 8:30am or you can make you own way there. There is a £2 entry fee for each car. The organiser has created a Facebook page, just search for 'Buffalo Joe B's Breakfast Club', there is also a thread on PistonHeads in the North West section - jump to PistonHeads. We need as many TVRs as possible to out number all those mitsubishi evos (30) and of course out do them on the noise front.
Isle of Man trip
All outstanding payments for the Isle of Man trip to be made to Dave Welton by the next meeting on 28th of February.
Russ Larcombe will email each traveller their amount outstanding.
For those not going to the IOM Keith Hume has volunteered to organise the run over to the chatsworth meeting on the 25th of April for the Blackpool region avoiding sheffield this time - Thanks Keith.
BNG-Back home
Dave Hothersall reports that the TVRCC room allocations at the Devere are going fast so be quick if any of you intend to stay over night in the hotel.
