Allsorts Motor Club of Alresford
21st November 2024 @ 7.00pm
Annual General Meeting at The Flower Pots
The Please come along to the AGM.
It offers a great opportunity to express your views and discuss other members preferences on future Events,Run Outs, influence the recipient of our annual donation to a Charity and elect your Club Officers for the next year.
19th December 2024 arrive from 6.00pm
food served around 7.00pm
Christmas Meal at The Flower Pots
The last meeting of this year.
Enjoy the company of fellow Members and their partners in the friendly environment of The Barn Room at Flower Pots Inn.
1 Course-£21
2 Courses-£28
3 Courses- £36
Mince Pie, Tea or Coffee-£5
Contact Giles by email "events@allsortsmotorclub.org.uk" and confirm the Names and Menu choices of those attending
Thursday 30th January 2024
starting around 7.00pm at The Flower Pots
Annual Quiz
The format will be a Team event of approximately 6 people comprising members and/or their guests.
Prearrange your Team beforehand or make up a group on the night.
Arrive early and enjoy the delicious Flower Pots food before the QUIZ begins or just enjoy the liquid refreshments.
Further details to be issued shortly
Past Events
12th November 2024 @ 1.30pm
Educational Visit at
Western Primary School, Winchester
Another interesting afternoon being quizzed by Year 1 Pupils to help with their education and understanding of the development of the motor car
10 Member's cars were presented on the day and each owner was asked to respond to the children's questions as they examined each car in turn.
The children were very well behaved and it was a pleasure being able to participate briefly in their education
24th October 2024
Film-Vincenzo Lancia and the Birth of Modern Motoring
Kilmeston Village Hall 19.00h
A great turn out with the local Lancia Club members to see this new tribute Film to the Lancia founder before it goes onto general release. The nominal entrance charge of £5 will be donated to Bicester Heritage Apprenticeship Scheme.
We were made very welcome at Kilmeston Village hall with a excellent bar providing liquid refreshments both before and at the Interval of the show
15th September 2024
Bighton Village Fete
Advertised as the biggest little Fete in Hampshire.
A display of Classic Cars by members and the general public provided an additional interest to accompany a good mix of Craft Stalls,a fun jumping "Olympics" for dogs and their owners, a Dog Show, Children's Games, Cream Teas, BBQ and a licensed Bar, all taking place on the village green between 13.00h -16.30h.
7th September 2024
Alresford Agricultural Show
Unfortunately due to 2 days of heavy rainfall the grounds were deemed unfit for accommodating our vehicles and our attendance was cancelled.
1st September 2024
Classic Car Show
The Hinton Arms, Cheriton SO24 0NH
Free to enter on the day annual Classic Car Show. Entry from 9.30am to this extremely popular event. No paperwork required just turn up and park as directed.
Bacon baps and coffee available from 9.30am. An outside bar is open all day and a Hog Roast served from Midday
14th August 2024
Run out to the Sir John Barleycorn at Cadnam, New Forest
Allsorts Run Out to this New Forest location organised by Gay Hopkins, Julie Willis & Barry Cope.
A Group drive to the venue starting at Alrebury Park at 18.00h in heavy rain saw only a few classics brave the weather. Several members residing on route, drove directly to the pub generally in more modern transport. The venue was well attended and everyone enjoyed both Indian and tradition food
13th July 2024
Medstead Village Fete
Allsorts Display at this popular village event together with some interesting vehicles owned by local residents. There was a good mix of local craft stalls, refreshments, activities including a Tug of War contest and Dog Show all taking place on the village green between 13.00h -17.00h.
23rd June 2024
Four Marks Village Fete and Picnic
Four Marks Sports & Recreation Ground,
Uplands Lane GU34 5AF
A last minute invitation to provide a display of cars at this annual event. Park up at 11.45h for 12.00noon opening and leave after 16.00h.
The event proved to be very popular with a great turn out of Assorts and local residents cars. The day was most enjoyable with a variety of stalls for those in need of retail therapy and live music throughout the afternoon.
22nd June 2024
Thruxton Historic
Allsorts attended again this year on the Saturday of this weekend meeting. Parking was on the banked area adjacent the racetrack and provided a good vantage point for viewing the racing.
The entertainment for the day started with parking on the steep grass banking which was damp after some overnight rain. A couple of members participated in the lunchtime parade around the track.
20th June 2024
Austin Healey Club Joint Meeting
Empress of Blandings, Romsey Road, Copythorne, SO40 2PF
A return to this popular venue for this annual event arriving around 7.00pm. We meet up with the New Forest Austin Healey Club and additionally this year with the Triumph TR Club
1st June 2024
Kilmeston Village Fete
This popular village event held in the grounds of Dean House from 14.00 to 16.30h, was an opportunity for Allsorts to display a wonderful variety of Members cars. 18 cars were arranged around the court yard and attracted keen interest from the public. A most enjoyable day was had by all.
18th May 2024
Visit to Amberley Museum
The Museum & Heritage Centre is dedicated to preserving the industrial heritage of the South East. Over 40 exhibits are set in 36 acres of The South Downs National Park and show a variety of crafts skills with a Blacksmith, working Print Shop and Pottery,Industrial narrow gauge railway and listed ancient Lime Kilns. It was used for some scenes in the Bond Film "A Time To Kill"'
12th May 2024
Southampton Magna Rotary
New Forest Run
Starting and finishing at Copythorne Parish Hall with a lunch stop at Hockey's Farm Shop, South Gorley. Baps and hot drinks available at the beginning and the memorable cakes and drinks at the end to complete the day.
Two runs were available designed to accommodate the age and reliability of your car, a short run of 40 miles and a longer one of 80 miles, distances equally split between morning and afternoon.
21st April 2024
Drive It Day
A visit to the "Open Day" at Crofton Pumping Station, Crofton, Marlborough. SN8 3DW which houses the steam driven Beam Engines which originally maintained the water level in the Kennet & Avon canal.
Support for the NSPCC was provided by purchasing a Rally Plaque directly from "https://www.driveitday.co.uk" or at the Museum on the Day.
14th April 2024
Cobweb Run to the
Rural Life Living Museum
Allsorts Members along with several other MG clubs, joined Winchester MGOC on their run to this interesting Venue located at Reed Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey GU10 2DL.
28th March 2024 @ 7pm
Water Speed Records Talk
As a sequel to the presentation on the Land Speed record by member Greville Dawson, last year, he agreed to do another talk on Water Speed records. Greville worked on the Land Speed Bluebird CN8 project for several years after the death of Donald Campbell and has been an ambassador for the current Bloodhound project since 2009. He has a keen interest in the water speed record attempts and this talk proved to be exceptional and was well received by a full compliment of Members.
16th March 2024
Visit to Shawford Springs Rest Home
Supporting our local community with a visit to this Care Home located in Otterbourne Road, Compton,
Nr Winchester SO21 2RT.
The Saturday morning trip was between 10.00h and 12.00 midday, involving members with cars from the 40s, 50s & 60s A good selection of cars attended and great interest was shown by the residents being back many happy memories for them.
17th February 2024
Valentines Day Run to
The Ship Inn, Langstone, PO9 1RD
Meeting at 11.00h, ABBOTSTONE DOWN car park SO24 9UD followed by an interesting drive through the lanes of Hampshire to THE SHIP INN located just before the bridge over to Hayling Island.
Thanks to the organisers Lesley and Richard for arranging this event.
Wednesday 24th January 2023
7.00pm at The Flower Pots
Annual Quiz
Following a mix up by The Flower Pots with a double booking it was decided to bring the Quiz forward to the preceding day so we had sole use of the barn
Teams of six members and their friends tested their memory on both General Knowledge and Motoring Topics. Many had an enjoyable meal and liquid refreshments prior to the quiz beginning.
Special thanks to Greville for organising and running this brain teaser event.
14th December 2023 @ 7.00pm
Christmas Meal at The Flower Pots
The last meeting of the year.
Enjoy the company of fellow Members and their partners in the friendly environment of The Barn Room at Flower Pots Inn.
Notify John Hankin of your attendance and choice of food by Thursday 7th November.
email: newsletter@allsortsmotorclub.org.uk
phone
Telephone: 01962771827
11th November 2023
Breakfast Meet at the Departure Lounge
Alton GU34 4BH
The Departure Lounge is located just outside Alton on the A339 on the left travelling towards Basingstoke.
Members arrived mostly by modern cars but the hardy few took the opportunity to give their pride and joy an airing, taking advantage of the sunny morning to take the hood down.
The Departure Lounge provided an excellent brunch and the chance to have a chat about the oncoming winter projects.
17th September 2023
Annual Doughnut Run
An all day event organised by the Basingstoke MG Owners Club in aid of St Michaels Hospice In-Patient unit.
Starting with delicious doughnuts with tea or coffee in the Milestones Museum touring through the Hampshire countryside ending at Highfield Park Hotel, Hook. Stopping points along the route for brunch, lunch etc..
10th September 2023
Classic & Sports Car Parade
A joint event organised by the Winchester MG Owners Club.
A Vehicle parade starting from St Catherine's Park & Ride at 12.00noon then passing through Winchester City Centre in support of the Heritage Open Days Festival. A fleet of King Alfred vintage buses ran a regular service from the car park into the city for entrants after the parade.
2nd September 2023
Alresford Agricultural Show
With thanks to Charters Estate Agents who are sponsored our display this year.
We had an eclectic mix of 10 vehicles in our 2nd year at the Show.
Last year, a theme of a car from each decade (almost!) was established but this year not many members registered their interest prior to the closing date for entries. As a result we have another wide range of exhibits displaying the wide ranging interests of our club members and ample proof we are indeed an Allsorts motor club.
10th August 2023
Drive Out to the Angel Hotel
Starting at Arlebury Park in Alresford on a beautiful sunny evening taking a 20+ mile route through some of the picturesque lanes of Hampshire to the Angel Hotel for refreshments.
A good turn out of 10 cars attended the event with a couple of "new" ones on display. a Jaguar XK8 and a new member's sparkling Sunbeam Rapier convertible.
6th August 2023
Phyllis Tuckwell Motor Show
A rare opportunity to visit to a private car collection in Churt, Surrey in aid of the Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham..
20th July 2023 Evening
Lasham Airfield, Alton, GU34 5SS
The July Run Out was a visit to Lasham Gliding Society. Some members took the opportunity to fly but most just attended for viewing the gliding and socialising with fellow enthusiasts.
8th July 2023
Medstead Village Fete
Allsorts Display at this popular village event together with cars from the Basingstoke MG Club. There was a good mix of local craft stalls, refreshments, activities all taking place on the village green and village hall.
17th June 2023
Thruxton Historic
Following a successful and enjoyable event last year, 10 cars from Allsorts attended but on Saturday this year
Thruxton made some changes to the format but included the popular Jochen Rindt Trophy for single seat race cars of the 60,70,80s, FISCAR race and a series of races over the weekend for Ferrari Saloons.
15th June 2023
Austin Healey Club Joint Meeting
Empress of Blandings, Romsey Road, Copythorne, SO40 2PF
A change of venue for this regular event arriving around 7.00pm.
Option to meet at Alrebury Park car park for an organised run down to this New Forest venue or make your own way there.
10th June 2023
Bishop's Waltham Rotary Family Fun Day
& Motorcade Procession
OPTION of joining the Motorcade through the village starting at Botley at 11.30am or just display at the showground in Hamble Springs SO32 1SF.
Register attendance with Peter Yeoman "info@yeomansyearbook.org.uk" and inform Neil Simpson at "events@allsortsmotorclub.org.uk"
18th May 2023
Evening Run to the Pub with No Name
Beginning at Alrebury Park in Alresford taking a 20+ mile route through some of the lanes of Hampshire arriving at The White Horse (No Name Pub) in Priors Dean near Petersfield for a meal and/or drinks.
23 April 2023
Drive It Day
A drive of some 50+miles around the Basingstoke area with members of the Basingstoke MG Owners Club. The run started at Worting House car park and ended at the Wheatsheaf Public House, North Waltham for lunch.
Support for the NSPCC provided by purchasing a Rally Plaque directly from "https://www.driveitday.co.uk"
30th March 2023 @ 7pm
Cyber Security Evening
Andy whose day job is Cyber Security, gave an interesting and informative talk on security risks when using the internet with some "did you know", "do's and don'ts" advice.
We can now all be more aware and curious.
26th March 2023 from 10.00am onwards
Middle Wallop Army Flying Museum
A visit to the Museum organised by Winchester MG Owners Club. Due to heavy overnight rain which continued into the morning, Allsorts managed only 3 classic cars supported by several in more modern vehicles. The MG owners proved to be a much hardier lot and turned up in their "Pride and Joy" nevertheless it proved to be an enjoyable day for us all at a really interesting venue. A return visit is highly recommended.
23rd February 2023 @ 7pm
Land Speed Records Talk
An enlightening and informative presentation by member, Greville Dawson, who worked on the Bluebird CN8 project for several years after the death of Donald Campbell and has been an ambassador for the Bloodhound project since 2009.
On the left the photographs of the
Jeantaud 1898 (39.24mph) and
Thrust SSC 1997 (763.035mph) giving an indication of the advances made over 99 years as well as the breadth of the topics covered in the talk.
14th February 2023 @ 11.00am
Valentines Day Run
We gathered at Arlebury Park car park for an interesting drive through the lanes of Hampshire arriving at the Hen & Chicken, Upper Froyle, Alton GU34 4JH for lunch.
26th January 2023
Annual Quiz
Teams of six comprising members and their friends, tested their knowledge on some General Knowledge and Motoring Topics, whilst enjoying lunch and liquid refreshments.
"What a great event! Thanks to the Pots team who did a great job working hard behind the scenes to feed and "water" us all in a fuss free manner. Special thanks to Neil for organising and running this brain teaser event, as well as John for his liaison with the Pots team.
We have to do this again...."
15th January 2023
Cobweb Run to the Tichborne Arms
This year the weather was kind to us. It was dry, blue skied and sunny, a perfect winters day.
Setting off from a somewhat busy Arlebury Park, the run to the Tichborne Arms was made complete due to the now compulsory road closure on the published route! Heavy rain over the previous days had caused some flooding and even the shortened route involved some tricky driving through substantial pools of water.
The eclectic mix of cars (and members) arrived from various directions and assembled in the car park. Around 30 of us including the dog, sat down for a delicious meal, being looked after superbly by the Tichborne Arms staff.
15th December 2022
Christmas Dinner at the Flower Pots
30 Members and their partners braved the rigours of the cost of living crisis and met at the Pots.
The Barn was adorned with Christmas decorations and even had crackers to enhance the occasion. The food and service were excellent amidst the merriment enjoyed by all.
3rd November 2022
Breakfast Meet & Visit to a Local Vintage & Classic Garage
We met at the newly re-opened Titchborne Arms just outside Alresford SO24 0NA from 9.30 am'ish onwards for breakfast and coffee. We will then drove some 20 minutes or so to arrive at the Classic Garage for 11.30 am to see the premises and current stock of classic and vintage cars. Coffee was provided.
This event was over-subscribed and our plan is to repeat the event in March 2023. Please contact Neil to book your place(s) when the notification is issued
18th August 2022
A collection of cars with
George and Friends
We spent an enjoyable evening viewing a unique range of cars with the opportunity to talk with the owners who have "been there, seen it, and done it" about their vehicles, some of which were still projects.
Afterwards we met at a local hostelry, for beverages and food and a chat.