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"ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THIS YEAR'S MEETING: After twelve, enjoyable, years at Hatch Beauchamp we now have a NEW VENUE: The Parklands by THE MOUNT SOMERSET HOTEL, Henlade, Taunton. Again, just off the A358 east but only a mile and a half from junction 25 of the M5 - it is easily found, just follow the 'car meeting' signs. Adorned with trees, this attractive and much larger area will provide room for even more vehicles if needed. The format will remain exactly the same, including food available on site, also from the Mount Somerset Hotel: 01823 442500, or bring a picnic. Even if it is poor weather the meeting will always go ahead, as was the case in 2008. The weather leading up to the event was appalling, even so it was not enough to deter the drivers of well over 600 vehicles "


(Bideford Carnival is i think on the 11th Sept)]]> Thu, 2 Sep 2010 20:14:47 penny http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283446905/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283446905/#num1 This years Grand Tour has so far raised

£21,715.]]> Thu, 2 Sep 2010 18:01:45 Terry http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283204989/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283204989/#num1   Brilliant organising !! Well done everyone !!]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:49:49 jane http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283189052/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1283189052/#num1 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:24:12 siddarz http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282804817/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282804817/#num1 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:40:17 Terry http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282463099/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282463099/#num1
Westward Ho! and the mini have been a great combination over the past years but sadly this may be our last visit. Last year it was estimated that there was 2500 people in Westward Ho! to watch the Minis and Motorbikes leave.

We have never had any problems in Westward Ho! our marshals do a incredible job getting the cars on their way and the spectators who come along to watch are fantastic. No other event of that size would be without a police presence, so we are asking for our police specials back just in case.

The Grand Tour belongs to North Devon it is a community event, here, there and everywhere and it would not be the same if the minis did not travel in a convoy. So we would like help getting across Haywood roundabout. I watched the Lorry convoy go down the A39 with a police escort and saw 8000 motorbike travel down the A38 from Lee Mill into Plymouth.

I have been told that I must apply for a road closure licence to the Highways Authority for the A39, I can see that happening. I don’t think the Motorbikes or Lorries have to. The Police can still use the old Town Police Causes  Act of 1847 section 21 and they still do, when they what to. If they cannot give us help to get out of Westward Ho! then I will move the event away from Westward Ho! to somewhere else and Westward Ho! will be a very quiet place next year.

You are not looking for any special treatment but if they can escort 40 lorries along the A39 and escort 8000 motorbikes along the A38 both of which do not get road closures, why cannot they help as to get across Haywood roundabout.

Should ever the responsibility of so many spectators become so great for one person then I will have no option but to stop it altogether.
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http://www.thebigsheep.co.uk/family-attractions/summerevents.html]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:59:20 Bumble http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282225451/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282225451/#num1
“To say that we are proud to have the support of these intrepid little cars and their dedicated owners would not even come close to expressing our gratitude. Terry & Linda – indeed, the whole crew of the North Devon Mini Register - have become such an important part of our family. They may be small cars, but their hearts are massive. We shall be thinking of you all – keep safe, and enjoy every minute!”



]]> Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:44:11 Terry http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282075055/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282075055/#num1 Ilfracombe Carnival Committee would like to invite you and as many mini's as possible to join in our Carnival Procession on Thursday 26th August.
It starts at the normal place (swimming pool car-park) but please be aware the roads are shutting 15 minutes earlier than last year.
They shut at 6.45pm this yr so to be on the safe side you all need to be at the car park by 6.30pm.  We look forward to seeing you.
People are already asking if the mini's are coming.
I take it you would like us to follow the mini run on bank holiday Monday? Is it still 9.30am @ Westward Ho?
Could you please save me a registration plate for the Ambulance please, to go with our collection?
Speak soon.
Clare
]]> Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:57:35 Terry http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282073591/ http://www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk/soapbox/m-1282073591/#num1 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:33:11 Terry