Category: British Motor Museum

1. British Motor Museum to host an exclusive evening with McLaren!

   Posted on 12:00pm Wednesday 15th Nov 2023

   The British Motor Museum is to host an exciting evening event on Monday 4 December, ‘An Evening With McLaren’. Visitors can join two of McLaren’s Chief Engineers, Geoff Grose and Sandy Holford, to gain an insight into the evolution of the McLaren supercar through the years and get up close to three of their iconic cars – the Artura, the 750S and the 12C. The evening will be hosted by Steve Cropley, Editor in Chief from Autocar and Trustee of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, within a relaxed environment with the chance for audience participation and questions.

   From 6pm, visitors will be served hot drinks in the Welcome Gallery and at 7pm, they can enjoy a delicious buffet-style supper before joining the conversation in the Lecture Suite.

   Cat Boxall, Curator at the British Motor Museum, said, “With 2023 being McLaren’s 60^th Anniversary year, there is no better time to discover how this iconic British marque’s relentless competitive drive has revolutionised the supercar world”.

   Tickets are on sale to the public through the Museum website and cost £27 per head with a discounted price of £22 available to Premium Members.  All proceeds of the event go towards the vital work of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust.

   To find out more information about the event, please call 01926 895300 or visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/an-evening-with-mclaren

2. The fastest car on earth visits the British Motor Museum!

   Posted on 12:00pm Monday 13th Nov 2023

   The fastest car on earth, the ‘Bloodhound Land Speed Record’ car, visited the British Motor Museum on Wednesday, 8 November, as part of a national roadshow to find a new driver. The roadshow, which is taking place at various locations from 8 – 14 November, is offering this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attract passionate and skilled individuals who are ready to push the boundaries of speed and aspire to become part of history.

   The Bloodhound LSR Project is an iconic British programme which aims not only to break the FIA Outright World Land Speed Record, reaching speeds beyond 800mph, but also to showcase world-class science and engineering. It aims to be the first Net Zero Land Speed Record car of the modern era. The project has proved itself to be one of the most inspiring STEM projects of the last decade. A separate education charity promotes STEM in schools and has reached up to 2 million school-age children.

   The roadshow started at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, allowing the press and members of the public to see Bloodhound LSR and meet the team. The roadshow will be  travelling south to London and then onto Surrey and Hampshire.

   Stuart Edmondson, Bloodhound CEO, said, “As we enter a new chapter of the Bloodhound LSR Project, I am excited about the opportunity and challenges that lie ahead and confident that this will enable us to return to South Africa and set a new record. With a new driver, along with my aim of not using fossil fuels to set a new FIA Outright World Land Speed Record, the project promises to be exciting, engaging, and relevant at so many levels”.

   Stephen Laing, Head of Collections & Engagement at the British Motor Museum, said: “We are delighted that the Bloodhound LSR Project chose the British Motor Museum as the first venue for its roadshow. The collection already holds a range of land speed record cars from MG, dating from 1938 to 1998, a connection with the pursuit of speed and advancing technology. As a British-designed and built car, it’s even more fitting for the Museum to host this groundbreaking car that aims to surpass 800mph”.

    

   For more information about the Bloodhound LSR, please visit https://www.bloodhoundlsr.com/

   To find out more about the British Motor Museum, please visit www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

3. British Motor Museum Late events return by popular demand!

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 2nd Nov 2023

   Back by popular demand is the first of the season’s British Motor Museum Late events for Autumn 2023. The Museum will host an exclusive opportunity for visitors to look around the Collections Centre at a special evening on Tuesday 14 November from 5:30pm. 

   Visitors will have 3 hours to explore the 4,500m2 building which holds over 200 cars from the British Motor Museum and Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust’s collections. The building houses some of the oldest British cars,  sports cars and one-off prototypes, some of which won’t be found anywhere else in the world.    

   A selection of these stunning vehicles will have bonnets, boots and doors opened so visitors can see more of the cars than they would during normal opening hours. The doors to the Workshop will also be open allowing visitors to see a side of the Museum not normally accessible to the public. Visitors can also meet the Curator of the British Motor Museum and the Vehicle Collection Manager of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust who will be hosting “What’s in the Workshop” talks outlining the cars currently being repaired or restored. Staff and volunteers will also be on hand to share their invaluable knowledge on the range of cars.

   Dinner is included on the Museum Gallery on arrival with a choice of Beef & Ale Pie or Sweet Potato, Chestnut Mushroom and Spinach Wellington followed by Treacle Sponge Pudding or Apple Crumble.

   Jeff Coope, Managing Director at the British Motor Museum said “We’re delighted to be hosting our first Late evening this Autumn to give visitors a rare opportunity to see the Collections Centre and a ‘behind the scenes’ insight into how we store and preserve our stunning collection of vehicles.”

   Tickets cost £18 each or £13 for Members. Premium Members can attend the event for just £7. As this event is outside normal Museum opening hours Annual Passes are not valid. Limited places are available so early booking is advised. To find out more information please visit the website at  https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/museum-late-collections-centre or call 01926 895300.

    

4. British Motor Museum to host two fantastic family-friendly Model Shows!

   Posted on 12:00pm Monday 16th Oct 2023

   The British Motor Museum will play host to two fantastic indoor Model shows in October, which will appeal to all the family.

   The Large Model Aircraft Show returns on Sunday 22 October, when visitors can see over 100 large static radio controlled model aircraft. Organised by the Large Model Association, this popular family show also has specialist traders selling everything in model aircraft building, from miniature propellers to small jet engines and pre-assembled models, including WW1, WW2, jets and other types of model aircraft.

   The Great British Model Railway Show takes place on Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 October, a dedicated weekend to model trains and featuring over 40 layouts of various scales and up to 30 specialist traders. The event is also one of the biggest model railway shows in the calendar and one of the best in the Midlands.

   Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum, said, “Both Model Shows are hugely popular and enjoyed by so many. The shows are ideal for families who are looking for something a bit different to do with their children. You can admire the range of static models, browse the trade area to find that perfect airplane or train for your collection, and speak to builders about their projects to get some handy tips and advice. You might even find some inspiration for a fresh project of your own!”

   The shows also coincide with October Half-Term, so there are plenty of other family friendly activities to enjoy at the same time. The theme is 'Roadmap to the Future' with family trails, tours and science shows exploring the ways that cars are developing as time goes on. The Black Cat Museum Trail and family craft activities are available every day. All are included in the entry fee.

   Show tickets cost £14.50 per adult, £9 per child, £12.50 per concession and £40 for a family. All tickets must be pre-booked and include entry to the Museum and the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Collection.

   For more information about the shows please call 01926 895300 or visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/great-british-model-railway-show and https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/lma-show

5. British Motor Museum launches a range of festive lunches & dinners!

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 5th Oct 2023

   The British Motor Museum has launched a range of festive lunches and dinners, served in the roof-top Sky Suite this Christmas. The Museum offers a unique sense of occasion for any event during the festive period, whether it’s for a corporate Christmas party or a shared table with family and friends. The stunning Sky Suite, with views over the Warwickshire countryside, provides the perfect backdrop for an exclusive party or shared event so guests can enjoy a festive dining experience to remember.

   The Museum offers a seasonal private dining package, with the opportunity for drinks to be enjoyed amongst the car collection, followed by a delicious three-course festive dinner in the Sky Suite. A minimum of 80 diners is required, with costs from £37.95 per person.

   Christmas lunches are also available from 12pm – 2pm on 8, 11, 12, 13 and 14 December, and are open to visitors, local companies, Members, car clubs and community groups. Visitors can enjoy a seasonal two-course or three-course lunch with all the trimmings, glass of wine or soft drink and crackers for just £29.95 for two courses or £34.95 for three courses. (Member discounts apply). Entry to the Museum is also included that day.

   All lunches and dinners must be pre-booked. To find out more, please visit https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/christmas.