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Annoouncement - Mini in the Park 2008 |
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Thursday, 03 July 2008 19:04 |
 Mini in the Park 2008
http://www.miniinthepark.co.uk
After last year’s soggy event at Santa Pod, you’ll be pleased to know that we have made changes to the layout of the show which we’re sure will be beneficial to visitors and traders alike.
There’s no denying that the weather affected the show last year, but the summer of 2007 was a washout across most of the country, so it wasn’t just MITP. However, we have your comments ringing in our ears and can now reveal further details of this year’s show.
Firstly, what most of you want to hear is that the important stuff will be on tarmac. That means most club stands, the trade village, concours, autojumble and the Minimag stand will be on hardstanding next to the dragstrip. This in itself should prevent many of the issues from last year, and as such trade stand bookings are booming so there will be a lot more retailers to pick up your bits and bobs from.
These changes now mean there is more room for camping and bigger and better Rally-cross stage on the grass, opposite which will be the tactically situated beer tent and funfair, alongside a challenging Autotest circuit.
New for 2008 is a 10 minute tech tent where you’ll be able to join in and work on one of Minimag’s cars, helping with a quick fix; we’re also bringing along a rolling road for you to test your Mini’s output after which you can visit Mini expert Keith Calver and ask him what you need to do to improve your performance, as well as any other queries.
To inject some action into the day the ¼ mile dragstrip and grandstand will be open all day where we expect to see top engine builders competing for the fastest time of the day, as well as owners trying to beat their own personal bests. If that’s not enough, it will cost just £20 for unlimited runs up the strip, so you can fettle your Mini to your heart’s content until you get your best time.
Club activities this year will include a prize for the best club stand, plus more club challenges we have planned, including welly flinging, tug of war and human table football!
For those who prefer to show off their cars rather than race them, the concours area takes pride of place at the show and will itself be a major attraction. Make sure you get to the show early as entry for concours closes at 10.30am on the Sunday. There will also be a dedicated ‘For Sale’ area for those looking to part with their beloved car.
As part of an all-encapsulating event you are invited to come and camp over on the Saturday, where gates will be open from noon with entertainment in the form of three bands, a Mini pub quiz (set by the Minimag team), a funfair and an indoor screening of The Italian Job. The bar will be open and barbeques are welcome, but sadly Santa Pod cannot accommodate any animals at the venue, sorry. There will also be plenty of kids’ entertainment so make it a family day out and bring a picnic!
All in all you should be able to tell that we have made significant changes to the show that should result in a massive improvement for showgoers. Hope you enjoy. |
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The Original Italian Job, Drive Through Movie 12th July 2008 |
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Wednesday, 25 June 2008 17:58 |
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 Hi we are doing a drive-in movie showing the original Michael Caine Italian Job at Dalemain House, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0HB on Saturday 12 July 2008.
Admittance is only £15 per car on the night. We are also showing Grease on Friday 11 July 2008, charges as above. Gates will open at approx 7.30pm and
films will start at approx 9.30pm subject to it being dark enough.
I have attached a picture so that you can get an idea of the set up.
Is this something you would like to show on your web site or email your
members about to let them know?
Rgds Mike Jackson Chat about it here on Minidirectory http://www.minidirectory.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=7569&p=71745#p71745 |
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Mini Mag Track Evening at Brands Hatch |
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Wednesday, 04 June 2008 17:00 |
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 I thought i would let you all know about the Mini Mag trackday thats happening on the 3rd of September.
It an evening event with an open pit-lane. All minis welcome and its free to anyone who just wants to watch.
HOW MUCH IS IT GOING TO COST? £119, which i think is very good for Brands Hatch. 
Full info you you.
THE TRACK EVENING
Here is your chance to join other Mini owners for an evening of track action on the famous Brands Hatch Indy circuit. The open pit lane format will ensure you will have all the circuit time you can handle whilst developing your skills in a safe and controlled environment.
The event will begin with a comprehensive safety briefing that will cover everything from rules of a trackday through to car preparation and driving techniques.
For those of you new to trackdays or Brands Hatch, there will be a detailed circuit briefing in minibuses at 5 o’clock, driven by our race instructors who will show you everything they know about the track and give you a few tips before you head out in your own car.
OPEN PITLANE
After a few compulsory sighting laps behind a pace car you will then have until 8 o’clock to really explore your car’s potential as well as your own.
After track time has ended there will be a BBQ at the Kentagon where you can share tales of how fast you went through Paddock Hill Bend, before heading home at what will seem a rather leisurely pace after your evening on the famous Kent circuit.
COME AND WATCH
In addition to the cars on circuit people are welcome to come down free of charge and watch the track activity, park up their cars, meet other enthusiasts and chit-chat about Minis and the like.
The Kentagon restaurant will be open until approx 10pm, and there is plenty of parking space around it with outside lighting for people to have a look around the other cars.
Come and join the excitement and get on track with Mini Magazine.
Find out more or to book got to http://www.motorsportvision.co.uk/minimag
Chat about it here http://www.minidirectory.co.uk/phpBB3/viewforum.php?f=229 |
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Clubman Estate Register Charity Thong Run 31st May - 1st June 2008 |
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Tuesday, 20 May 2008 15:54 |
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Clubman Estate Register Charity Thong Run
All details at www.thongrun.co.uk or email
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if you have a question
In aid of The National Autistic Society and Macmillan Cancer Support
31st May / 1st June 2008
Kenilworth Rugby Club, Glasshouse Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2AJ
All Minis welcome!
 The event will feature:
Camping
Bar
BBQ
Raffle
Auction
Jake Blues Disco
Glow Show
Best In Show Competitions
Thong Flinging
Team Games
A Mini Run around the countryside
Quizzes and contests
This is a great show for a group of Mini loving friends to go to together. Minis, camping, beer, what more do you need? And helping charities as well!
For pics of last year's TR visit the photo gallery at www.clubmanestates.co.uk
Don't forget your thong! Chat about it here on the MiniDirectory forums |
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Wednesday, 16 April 2008 17:24 |
 Well its that time of the year again RIV RUN!
A large number of minidirectory members will be down at this event so dont miss out on your chance to meet up and put faces to names, Mummyhen will be hosting the Minidirectory Hospitality van, this is the first van by the show entrance just behind reception. As every year there will be the Minidirectory breakfast meets and group photo so be sure to check out the latest here Also, dont forget the toilet probs on site, number 2's only in Mummyhens van so you dont block the drains up in the site! Mummyhen aka Sue may look scary but don't worry she doesn't bite, Other Key minidirectory members will be there like Sam and TheWingCommander himself will be there to answer any questions regarding Silver Ring Rally 2008 |
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