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Category: British Motor Museum
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The British Motor Museum is proud to host three STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Careers Days on 24, 25, and 26 June with engineering experts from global leader in consulting, technology services and engineering - Capgemini. These STEM Careers Days will include a range of interactive STEM-based activities for secondary school pupils and young people in home education.
On 24 June students can follow the journey of designing a car from initial sketches to aerodynamic testing. This full-day event is designed specifically for secondary girls in school years 7 to 10, and features exclusive access to industry experts, curriculum-linked activities and inspiring stories of women in STEM. On 25 June secondary students in years 7 to 10 can come along to an immersive problem-solving event, ideal for both boys and girls with an interest in science, engineering and design.
On 26 June young people aged 11-15 can explore the fascinating process of car design, with activities led by real engineers including experts from Capgemini. New for 2025, this event is designed with home educating families in mind and is welcoming to those with SEND, as it will include smaller group sizes in the SEND-friendly Learning Hub. Please note that each child must be accompanied by an adult who has free entry to the event.
Claire Broader from the Museum's Learning and Engagement Team said, “We’re delighted to be once again hosting our STEM Careers Days, which were incredibly popular and successful last year. We’re really passionate about supporting the next generation of technicians, engineers and scientists. We believe that whatever your background or strengths, the world of STEM has something to offer everyone!”
To continue their learning back at home or school, students will also receive a goody bag containing two STEM activities, including a salt-powered car kit to take away. The cost is just £12.50 per pupil for a full day at the Museum, running from 10am - 2pm. The Museum’s Travel Support Scheme, with the support of Arts Council England, is also available to help cover schools’ transport costs.
To find out more information about the event, please call 01926 895295 or visit https://
www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/learning/schools/secondary/stem
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If you’re looking for a unique gift or special day out to celebrate Father’s Day, the British Motor Museum has lots to offer to make it a truly memorable day! Those visiting the Museum on Sunday 15 June, can admire over 400 commercial vehicles at the ‘Classic and Vintage Commercial Show’. The show, which takes place on 14 & 15 June, offers visitors an opportunity to reminisce about days gone by amongst giants of the motoring world.
The Museum also has plenty of gift ideas to spoil Fathers. A Heritage Certificate is the perfect gift for an owner of a cherished classic car. The Certificates are the official ‘Certified Copy of a Factory Record’ for a classic car showing the vehicle’s specification as it left the production line. For more information visit britishmotormuseum.co.uk/archive/heritage-certificates
Alternatively, adopt a car from the Museum collections! From the Albion A1 8hp dog cart to the Wolseley 2200 (last of line), cars that form part of the Museum’s permanent collections are available to adopt. Adoptions cost between £25 & £100 and adopters get a digital adoption certificate as well as their name added to the car’s listing in the Online Collections. For more information, visit https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/support-us/adopt-a-car
You can also purchase a Gift Voucher for Father’s Day! Treat Dad to a visit to the Museum whenever suits him the best. Simply buy the Gift Voucher Museum ticket and he can redeem it online ahead of when he plans to visit. Find out more at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/book-now
Or if you know Dad will want to come back to the Museum again and again, treat him to an annual Membership so he can enjoy admiring over 400 British classic cars and attending the fantastic motoring shows for a whole year? Starting from £42 for the year, Membership also includes free entry to the Museum and its events, plus special Member only events including ‘Museum on the Move’, where Members get the rare opportunity to ride in a selection of vehicles from the Museum’s collection. Find out more at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/about-us/membership
The Museum’s online shop also stocks a range of gifts from novelty motoring themed items such as ‘Dads Garage’, ‘Great Dad’ and ‘Man Cave’ tin signs, to motoring cuff links, hip flasks, mugs, and memorabilia as well as many unique marque products.
To find more Father’s Day gift ideas visit https://shop.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/
Museum entry is just £46 for a family in advance or £52 on the day, £17 for adults in advance or £20 on the day, £15 for concessions in advance or £18 on the day, £9 for children (5-16 years) in advance or £10 on the day and under 5s are FREE. There is also the option to Gift Aid or donate your entry fee and get an Annual Pass in return at no extra cost!
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The British Motor Museum’s MG ‘Old Number One’ will be making a guest appearance in Cornwall for the Motor Cycling Club (MCC) Land’s End Trial over the Easter weekend. The event marks 100 years since the car won a gold medal the trial. The collaboration is between the British Motor Museum, the MCC and the MG Car Club Devon & Cornwall Centre & Vintage Register.
In 1925 Cecil Kimber won a gold medal aboard his early Morris Garages special which exists as an important stepping stone in the evolution towards the MG marque. Whilst earlier Morris Garages specials had been built, ‘Old Number One’ was the first MG purpose built for motorsport, seeking to capitalise upon the publicity from trials activity in the 1920s and establish the sporting credentials of the emerging marque.
With the centenary of this significant motorcar from the MG story, comes the exciting chance to feature the return of this car to the modern-day location of Kimber’s successful foray into motorsport. Complete with re-enactment on the now ‘metalled road’ of ‘Old Bluehills’, from which the iconic image of Kimber cornering hard originates, this is a great opportunity to take a fresh look at the significance of the car to the MG story and properly locate it in the gradual evolution of the MG marque.
Stephen Laing, Head of Collections & Engagement at the British Motor Museum said, "MG Old Number One is not only one of the most important cars in the collection at the British Motor Museum, it is the most iconic MG of all! When MG boss, Cecil Kimber drove the car in the Land's End Trial in 1925 to a the gold medal winning position, it certainly put the young sports car company on the map! We're delighted to be working with the MG Car Club and MCC to celebrate the centenary of Old Number's One competition success by returning the car to Cornwall this Easter. The win at the Land's End Trial was one of the most significant steps in MG's history, a company still going strong more than 100 years later. And, in 2025, Old Number One still looks as magnificent as ever."
For more information about the event visit www.mgcc.co.uk/mcc-lands-end-trial-2025/
For more information about the British Motor Museum, visit the website
www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk
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Celebrating a fantastic 75th anniversary, the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run will again be hosted at the British Motor Museum on Sunday 8 June. As many as 300 Veteran and Vintage motorcycles and three-wheelers will ride out from the Museum on various circular routes. During the course of the day many of these venerable machines will be tackling the ascent of Sun Rising Hill near Tysoe, which was used to test out newly-manufactured vehicles in the early days of motoring. 
Widely acknowledged as the premier gathering for pre-1931 motorcycles and three-wheelers in the world, the Banbury Run is geared towards those who enjoy the thrill of riding with other Vintage, Veteran and pioneer bikes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of these astonishing machines as they embark on the journey to Banbury and back.
In the Museum grounds there will be an Autojumble with over 70 pitches selling a wide selection of parts and spares - perfect for vintage motorcycle owners looking for upgrades or those in the midst of a restoration project. Camping in the grounds of the Museum is also available on 6, 7, & 8 June for an advance price of £27 per pitch for 1 night or £35 per pitch for 2 or 3 nights.
Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum stated “Celebrating its 75th anniversary just proves how immensely popular the Banbury Run is. Seeing hundreds of vintage motorcycles ride together is a motoring spectacle that any historic vehicle enthusiast will not want to miss!”
The Museum will be open from 9am – 5pm with the first bikes departing at 10am. Book in advance and SAVE with tickets for just £17 per adult, £9 per child, £15 per concession and £46 for a family. All tickets include entry to the Museum and Collections Centre.
To find out more about the Banbury Run visit www.banbury-run.co.uk, for more information on the British Motor Museum please visit www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk or call 01926 895300.
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Visitors and enthusiasts can see hundreds of these beloved British cars at the National Metro & Mini Show supported by Peter James Insurance, hosted by the British Motor Museum on Sunday 1 June. This ever popular show is regarded as a favourite in the event calendar for owners of Metros, classic Minis, and modern MINIs to celebrate these iconic small car marques.
The show will also feature Concours and Show ‘n’ Shine competitions, offering visitors the opportunity to see the judges assess the cars against their Concours criteria. The competition is free to enter for vehicle exhibitor ticket holders, and entry forms are available from the website. There will be classes for Classic Mini, Metro and Modern MINI. Previous categories have included Coolest Car, Best Car Badge/Emblem, Cleanest Car and Best Colour Scheme. Visitors can also enjoy an arena where clubs will be giving talks about their cars and what makes them special. What’s more, there will be a Retro Singing Group to entertain visitors with some 1960s, 70s and 80s hits.
On the same day, the Ford Transit Van Club will also be hosting a celebration of 60 years of the Ford Transit at the Museum. Visitors can see a display of over 75 Transits from across the years including the earliest from 1965. This early Ford Transit appeared in the 1998 Avengers Film painted black, and has now been restored back to its original white colour.
Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum, stated, “There really is something for everyone, whether you love everyday classics, weird and wonderful designs and special editions! Popular with enthusiasts, the National Metro & Mini Show, supported by Peter James Insurance, is also a great hit with families. If you, your parents or grandparents owned a Mini or Metro, the displays are sure to bring back nostalgic memories. If you love these little cars, this event is a must!”
Hot meals, sweet treats and refreshments are available at the Junction 12 Café, or ice creams and burgers are available outside. Tickets for the show include entry to the Museum and Collections Centre, giving visitors the chance to see over 400 cars from the collection, including the last Rover 100 produced, which is signed by 1200 people involved in the Metro production, along with the very first Mini ‘621 AOK', the very last classic Mini produced at Longbridge ‘X411 JOP' and the Monte Carlo Rally winning Minis of 1964, 1965 and 1967.
Anyone wishing to park their Metro or Mini as part of the show displays can do so online for just £12. This includes entry to the show for the driver and one passenger for the weekend. Additional tickets are available to purchase if extra passengers are required. Advance ticket prices are £17 per adult, £9 per child (5-16 years), Under 5 free, £15 per concession and £46 for a family.
Camping is also available on Saturday 31 May for those that want to make a weekend of it. Advance camping tickets cost just £26 per pitch (max. 4 people per pitch). Camping tickets can be booked with your show entry tickets.
To find out more information about the show, please call 01926 895300, or visit the website at: https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/national-metro-and-mini-show
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