Essex: Essex Meetings for pre 1975 Volvos

[Brian M]

I am involved in the organisation of several classic car events in Essex and would love to see other early Volvos to keep my Amazon company!

There are three evening meetings that you can just turn up and two weekend shows that you must pre-book.



CLASSICS AT THE CHECKERS DINER,
Montrose Road, Dukes Park Industrial Estate, Chelmsford, Essex
WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE 7.00PM
Owners of all types of classic vintage, American cars and motorcycles are invited to a session of lively Rock and Roll music, drinks, hot dogs and hamburgers. Supporting the Diabetes Charity - Donations on entry. Just turn up on the night.

Directions: From A12 junction 19 Boreham Interchange, (North of Chelmsford) take the A130 signposted Stansted, Springfield. Pass BMW garage and White Hart PH. At the roundabout take B1137 to Chelmsford Business Park, Chelmer Village. At the next roundabout turn left past B&Q. Turn right at next roundabout into New Dukes Way, Toyota garage on the right. Straight on curve round with the road. Turn left into Montrose Road, the Royal Mail on the right. Turn left into The Checkers Diner.


Motordata is assisting The Chelmer Valley Car Meet to promote the
CLASSIC CAR SHOW AND PICNIC IN THE PARK
THE WEALD PARK COUNTRY FESTIVAL, BRENTWOOD, ESSEX
13th and 14th JUNE 2009
Attractions include, Lumberjack Show, Axe Racing, Pole Climbing, Local Crafts, WW2 display, Medieval re-enactment & working village, Vintage Tractors, Forestry Demonstrations, Childrens’ rides and lots more.
NEW FOR 2009 - LIVE MUSIC STAGE
Overnight Camping is available, and classic caravans are particularly welcome. Cost £4.00 for pre-booked entries, £5.00 on the day.
Please call Colin Moles on 01245 268157 for an entry form. Do not send money to Motordata

CLASSICS ON THE COMMON
The Horse and Groom Galleywood Common, Chelmsford, Essex
WEDNESDAY 8th JULY 7.00pm
An informal meeting of all types of Classic and Vintage Cars. Sports, American, Commercial, Motor Cycles. All are welcome—just come along.
The Horse and Groom is a small country Public House on the Common with a large parking area. It opens at 6.00 pm serving a large selection of bar meals and real ales. Arrive early if you wish to eat.
To help with our planning, please phone either 01702 520220 or 01245 268157 leaving your name and vehicle details. Then just turn up.

Directions: From the A12 Chelmsford By-Pass take the B1007 Billericay to Chelmsford road. Head towards Chelmsford for a quarter mile across the Common, turn left at the traffic lights into Margaretting Road. After 500 yards turn right into a small lane for 200 yards and park where directed.


CLASSICS BY THE SEA
At The Star P.H. –Steeple, Essex
WEDNESDAY 5TH AUGUST 2009 7.00PM
An informal meeting of all types of Classic and Vintage vehicles in a location surrounded by some of the best driving roads in Essex. All are welcome—just come along.
The Star is a traditional country P.H. with a large car park. Opening at 6.00 serving real ales and a fish and chip supper that must be pre-booked at least 10 days before the night..
To help with our planning, please phone either 01702 520220 or 01245 268157 leaving your name, vehicle details and the number of fish suppers required. Then just turn up.

Directions: From the A12, Chelmsford by-pass, take junction 18 , A414 to Maldon. Pass through Danbury, at Woodham Mortimer roundabout straight on, B1010 to Purleigh, at crossroads turn right B1010 to Cold Norton, at mini roundabout turn left B1018 to Latchingdon, at mini roundabout, straight on to Mayland and Steeple. Star PH is at the far end of the village on right. (about 14 miles from A12)
From South Woodham Ferrers take B1012/B1010/B1018.


CLASSIC CAR, MOTORCYCLE, CARAVAN AND MILITARY SHOW
ROYAL GUNPOWDER MILLS, WALTHAM ABBEY,
8th and 9th AUGUST 2009
Set in 175 acres of parkland with 21 buildings of major historic importance, the RGM mixes history, science and beautiful surroundings. Established in the 17th century it has a very important place in the history of Great Britain. For full details visit their website at www.royalgunpowdermills.com
After last years successful first Classic Car Show the 2009 event is expanded to include motorcycles and caravans. The arena for the display is over 1000ft long and is surrounded by a made-up road and throughout both days there will be themed cavalcades of the vehicles present. This will provide visitors with a unique spectacle of classics in motion. Overnight camping is available and classic caravans are welcome. Full details and regulations will be provided with your entry pack. Please call Motordata Events 01702 520220 or email motordata@aol.com and an entry form will be sent to you.