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A nal audit in April of the status will take place, and no doubt discussions will take place of the way forwards or backwards or status quo. ose of us who have purchased Anti- LED dazzle lights driving glasses from Solent Spectacles of Totton can update ourselves on the additional bene ts of the glasses for bright daytime sun reduction etc. By the time that this is published in Join acclaimed travel writer Sam Manicom for a Transport Torque on 26th April blending fun, awe, drama and laughter, as he shares captivating stories from his eight-year motorcycle journey around the world. e Transport Torque will take place at 7pm in the Collections Centre theatre at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu. Visit: nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/ events/transport-torques for more information and to book tickets. TRANSPORT TORQUE the excellent “Herald”, the ‘for club members only auction’ on behalf of Age Concern – New Forest area will have been con rmed for Thursday 8th May at 19.30 pm at Netley Marsh Community Hall, Woodlands Road, Netley Marsh, SO407GE… bring your mug. Some members shook o the winter cobwebs and visited the very busy Exbury Sports Ground Sunday outing... nobody broke down, which was a surprise as normally someone will have issues following the winter layup. On Saturday 22nd March, club members joined with other car clubs inc Morris Minor, for a blast around Goodwood Race Track… no crashes though. On ursday 27th March, 14 club members visited the cafe at In-Excess, Landford for a morning chat, tea and co ee and a subsequent exploration of the tools and DIY section. Classic Cars, Rare Spares and Vintage Treasure at Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble! Motor enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating another fantastic Spring Autojumble on 17th-18th May. With stunning car club displays and hundreds of stands packed with automotive bargains, the event is a must-see for petrolheads. Many of the stands will also o er a variety of vintage treasures, making the weekend perfect for those who enjoy browsing for antique and retro items. To mark the 75th anniversary of the classic Sprite brand, there will be a special display of vibrant vintage Sprite caravans. Joining the lineup is a bright and cheerful 1971 Sprite 400, a ectionately named ‘Chatty Caravan’, which is currently on display in the National Motor Museum. The Dorset Branch of the Morris Minor Owners Club is back with its colourful MoggyFest display, showcasing up to 200 Morris Minors and contemporary classics. is year’s theme, ‘Morris rough the Decades’, will highlight the iconic 8hp model. Anyone looking to sell their car should consider exhibiting it at the Automart. Whether it’s a restoration project or a car in pristine condition, sellers can take advantage of the thousands of visitors attending the show while potential buyers have the unique opportunity to chat directly with the sellers and work out a deal! Meanwhile, Dealermart is the ideal spot for dealers and restoration experts to showcase and sell their vehicles in a dedicated area. Land Rover owners and enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Land Rover Rummage taking place on the Sunday of the show. A special section of the Spring Autojumble eld will be devoted to the legendary 4X4 with spare parts, accessories and even complete project vehicles all up for sale. Trunk Traders is another Sunday bonus that will return this year, with amateur autojumblers selling their surplus motoring paraphernalia from the boots of their cars including tools, spare parts and motoring books. Thinking about exhibiting? e Spring Autojumble is the perfect opportunity to clear out your garage and join a vibrant community of autojumblers. Stands are welcome to showcase a range of items, from surplus spares, books and automobilia to antique and vintage nds. Plus, an award will be given to the stand that impresses judges most in terms of presentation, content, exhibitor knowledge and how well it aligns with the spirit of the show. Whether you’re looking to book a full stand, an Automart space to sell your vehicle or a Trunk Traders plot, book online or contact the Beaulieu Events team: events@beaulieu. co.uk or call: 01590 614614 to secure your place. Both one-day and two-day tickets can be bought in advance online. For more details and to book your tickets, visit: springautojumble. co.uk or call: 01590 614614. Spring Autojumble tickets also include access to the whole Beaulieu attraction. is includes the award-winning National Motor Museum, featuring its latest exhibition Streets Ahead, which takes visitors through a 1950s to 1970s street scene. Guests can also explore Palace House, the ancestral home to the Montagu family, where a selection of newly refurbished rooms will be open to the public for the rst time this year. Additionally, visitors can enjoy the 13th-century Beaulieu Abbey, Monorail, Secret Army Exhibition, Brabazon Restaurant, and Little Beaulieu, the adventure play area.
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