The Events Diary

This section of the site is where you can find out what shows that I am going to be attending and the MuddyBuggies forum will be going to.

National Kit Car Events

5 - 7th May 2007 MiniWorld Riviera Run
Free Mini run from Reading Services M4 Westbound to Trevelgue Holiday Park near Newquay in Cornwall. Fancy-dress madness, plus on-site cabaret, bars, shop, etc. Book a caravan or bring a tent, but don't leave it too late, as vans get booked up early. See MiniWorld nearer the event.
+44 (0)1637 851851
www.rivierarun.co.uk

20th May 2007 22nd London To Brighton Mini Run
'Must-attend' annual run/show by L&SMOC. From Crystal Palace Park to Madeira Drive, Brighton. Traders, clubs, show 'n' shine, fun, games, charity auction. Entry coupons in March and April '07 MiniWorld. Sells out quickly.
www.london-to-brighton.co.uk

14th & 15th April 2007 - The European Kit Car Show
Kent County Showground, Detling, Nr. Maidstone, Kent
Now in its 14th year, this show isn't supported by many kit manufacturers but features loads of parts and accessory stands for you to browse around. Main kit car gathering is outside. There's usually a special attraction too. Further details telephone European Promotions on 01233 713878.

6th May & 7th May 2007- National Kit Car Motor Show
Royal Agricultural Showground, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
One of the 'big two', this is a major kit car event that you shouldn't miss. Stoneleigh blends two large, modern exhibition halls with massive outdoor spacefor club gatherings, family entertainments, food stalls and accessory stands. You'll find the majority of the industry displaying its cars and always several new model launches. For further information telephone Grosvenor Exhibitions on 01775 712100.

16th & 17th June 2007- The National Kit Car Festival
Newark & Notts Showground, Newark-on-Trent, Notts
Principally an outdoor event with hundreds of cars to see all over the expansive grass areas, plus trade stands, auto-accessory and auto jumble stands, kids' entertainments and games. For further information telephone Newark Promotions on 01526 320721.

23rd -24th June 2007 Gaydon Mini Festival 2007 with MiniWorld
Supported by MiniWorld, this festival at the Heritage Motor Centre includes a Heritage Run, club and trade stands, and an Issigonis exhibition, as well as MiniWorld awards and concours. Open 4pm-midnight on Saturday and 10am-5pm on Sunday. Camping available. For online ticketing and further information, visit:
events@heritage-motor-centre.co.uk
www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

26th - 29th July The International Mini Meet Denmark
This is normally a great trip loads of driving loads of drinking this is truely an event that should never be missed!!
www.imm2007.com

9th September 2007 National Mini Show 2007
Annual show organised by the National Mini Owners Club. At Stanford Hall, Leicestershire.
+44(0)1543 257 956
www.miniownersclub.co.uk

15th & 16th September 2007 The National Kit & Performance Car Show
at Donington Exhibition Centre, Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derbys
This is the year's second mega-event for the kit car scene. Donington boasts displays by the majority of the industry (50 different manufacturers displayed in 2006), plenty of special displays, a fine atmosphere, excellent facilities and an excellent club attendance outdoors. All promoted in association with Which Kit Car? magazine. Don't miss this one! For further information telephone Limelight Exhibitions on 01737 225857.

29th September 2007 MiniWorld Action Day
Great way to close the main Mini show season. All-Mini track test day, top trade stands and facilities at Castle Combe Circuit, Wilts. More details closer to the event in MiniWorld, or look at the organiser's website:
www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk.

17th & 18th November 2007 The Great Western Kit and Sports Car Show
Westpoint Exhibition Centre, Exeter, Devon
If the success of 2004's event is anything to go by, this show should again be well worth visiting in 2005. Expect good kit manufacturer' support, lots of extras, a good atmosphere and at least one special attraction. Further details from European Promotions Tel: 01233 713878.