sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Castle Hill Car Festival I wrote to the organisers of the above Festival to ask if they could accommodate Alfas from owners' clubs, and their response was v positive. Here's their welcoming response to my eMail.......... Hi Richard, We would be delighted to have as many Alfas on show as possible. I have attached the relevant form for club/groups - the fee is £5 per car (driver + one passenger) for the entire weekend and camping plus evening beer , food and entertainment is just £10 for the whole weekend (Fri & Sat night) - so a great weekend for £15 !! There will be a display of up to 1,000 classic and historic vehicles from clubs and private owners and will feature a special showcase display of over 50 historic Aston Martins to celebrate their centenary year. The feature event this year will be our Track Sprint Challenge - providing some lucky owners with the opportunity to test themselves and their machines along our 0.8 mile sprint track in an MSA competition event in front of thousands of spectators. Attractions will include Kimi Raikkonen's 2013 Lotus Renault F1 car, a breathtaking display from the Abarth stunt plane on both days, helicopter pleasure flights, race teams and cars from the Aston Martin team at Generation AMR, the Top Gear Experience, a track display from the team at Mission Motorsport, plus the team from Bonhams will be on hand to provide advice as well as confidential valuations for owners. In addition there will be a Trade Exhibition area with up to 40 stands and these will include Lamborghini, Bentley, Ferrari, Maserati Aston Martin, Jaguar, Renault, Mazda, Subaru, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, Lotus and Noble to name but a few. There will also be a programme of arena events and an auto jumble, plus lots to see and do for all the family including archery and laser clay shooting plus a toddlers funfair and play area. More Festival information can be found on our Facebook page,on Twitter, and our website - Castle Hill Car Festival Regards Kieron Freeburn Event Management Team Office - 0800 612 6910 Mobile - 07867 968498 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smiffy 99 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 That looks a good meet Will check with the boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northernbstard 84 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Could be a good showcase for AD away from the other forums Anyone else up for it ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Damp Squib? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K9d 108 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Would our cars be eligible, the event seems to be for classic cars ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Would our cars be eligible, the event seems to be for classic cars ? Have written to the organisers to ask that question & will report back Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Have written to the organisers to ask that question & will report back Here's the really helpful answer (in blue, below) from the organiser PLUS a clear invite to exhibit Alas together. So, all that is needed now is a commitment from members here. I'll; be pleased to help as I live closeby to the location of the Festival. Hi Richard, No age restriction at all, the Festival is intended to cater for fans of motor cars - full stop. The more cars the merrier, no restriction on club stand sizes either, simply forward the reg. numbers with the application and we will ensure you are all together. Regards Kieron Freeburn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K9d 108 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 That sounds good then. Put me down as an almost definite yes for the Sunday I will probably be working Saturday I have a 20' x 10' Gazebo I could bring along. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Put me down as an almost definite yes for the Sunday I have a 20' x 10' Gazebo I could bring along. Cheers, although I'm real novice when it comes to event-management. Shouldn't this be passed, now, to the Forum's SouthWest rep? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K9d 108 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Probably, I will try and find out who that is. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K9d 108 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Well that was easy its Tony156, I will send him a PM. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northernbstard 84 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Any Northern or elsewhere for that matter takers on this ? Damn sight cheaper than the NAD and we'd only be looked down upon by the AROC anyhow Me and Gerts a more than likely, will have a deffo decision come weekend Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigdar 62 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 I'm a probably not to be fair, that's the kids birthday weekend. I'll have to wait and see what HQ is going to do for their birthday. I will if I can though Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northernbstard 84 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Fair play BD PS You could whisper in your lasses ear that a trip out with the bambino's in the Alfa to a car show where there's camping and ale for the birthday treat Kids love that going away with the grown ups Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigdar 62 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Worth a try Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K9d 108 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Kathy and Emily are in Switzerland, so put me down as a definite for Sunday and a possibly for Saturday, if I'm not working it will be a yes if I am working I may drive there after and arrive early evening. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Tony156 Report post Posted June 26, 2013 Sounds great..... Unfortunately, I'm away in Wales over that week-end. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 in the Alfa to a car show where there's camping and ale for the birthday treat Kids love that going away with the grown ups THAT is the best point to make........it is a lovely part of the world 40 minutes from super beaches and easily found by 'fast' roads Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anjenha 44 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 Hmmm It's a loooooooooong way away.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 Hmmm It's a loooooooooong way away.... It's a holiday though.. Take a look http://www.croyde-surf-cam.com/2011/03/saunton-sands.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigdar 62 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 I didn't realise it was there, croyde is one of my favourite places as it happens. I've spent many many hours in the water there Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 Probably, I will try and find out who that is. Well that was easy its Tony156, I will send him a PM. What did Tony156 say, buddy? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigdar 62 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 Post 17. He said he's not about that weekend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Tony156 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 I've booked a long week-end here.... http://theblacklionnorthwales.co.uk/index.asp Trying to earn a few brownie points, as it's our 31st wedding anniversary. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sopranofan 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2013 Post 17. He said he's not about that weekend. So.............................erm..................who's organising a block/alfadriver attendance, please? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites