MX-5 Owners Club

North East Midlands – Sunday Run – The Dukeries Run
2026-02-15 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
Hi Everyone,
John and Michele have kindly offered to arrange The Dukeries Sunday Run.
We will be meeting for breakfast at Glapwell Garden Center, Glapwell lane, Glapwell, S44 5PY, 10am onwards and we will be leaving around 11.30am.
Coffee stop information to follow.
Our meal will be at The Fox Inn at Kelham, NG23 5QP. The Fox Inn require pre orders for food and any food allergies/intolerances. They also require a £5 deposit per person. Please can you pay Michele by cash at the monthly meeting at The Coopers Arms on Thursday 29th January. Or by Bank transfer to Michele Hoy (if you require bank details please call Michele 07943 503390)
Menu LINK below
The Fox Inn Menu
If you would like to join John and Michele, please add your names, menu choices on the forum thread, Link below, and pay your deposit to BOOK your place.
https://forum.mx5oc.co.uk/t/nem-sunday-run-the-dukeries-sunday-15th-february-2026/151824
Many thanks and hope you can join John and Michele.
List of Members.
1 John and Michele
2 David and Cath – Deposit Paid
3 Karen and Dave
4 Sharon – Deposit Paid
5 Ian and Chris – Deposit Paid
6 Richard and Vicki
7 Ray and Glennis – Deposit Paid
8 Wayne – Deposit Paid
9 Mick and Suzanne
10 Dennis – Deposit Paid
11 Dave and Julie – Deposit Paid
12 David W and Ann – Deposit Paid
13 Carol and Terry – Deposit Paid
14 James and Dorian
16 Graeme and Christine – run only
17 Alan White

Team NEM

North East Midlands – Monthly Meet at The Coopers Arms Weston-on-Trent
2026-02-26 19:30 - 23:00, 2026-03-26 19:30 - 23:00, 2026-04-30 19:30 - 23:00, 2026-05-28 19:30 - 23:00, 2026-06-25 19:30 - 23:00 | The Coopers Arms, Weston-on-Trent, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 2BJ, United Kingdom
Welcome to NEM Monthly Meet at The Coopers Arms. We meet in the large conservatory at about 7-30pm. Some members eat before the meeting. If you would like to reserve a table;; please book directly with The Coopers Arms.
We look forward to meeting new and prospective members. Please make yourselves know to us.
Team NEM

North East Midlands – Sunday run – The villages of South Derbyshire and North West Leicestershire
2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00
UPDATE 06/02/2026: Only 3 spaces left for The Beeches, Sunday lunch (we are limited to 40 people) 37 booked.

Ian & Chris will be hosting this drive through the villages of South Derbyshire and North West Leicestershire.
The meeting point is the Cherry Tree Farm pub/restaurant located in the Services near the junction of the A50 and the A38 south of Derby (address Etwall Road, Willington, Derbyshire DE65 6DX). They serve a full range of breakfast food and tea/coffees.
The plan is to meet there from 9am and depart around 10.30am. There is ample parking.
After a drinks/toilet stop at a local historical site the run will conclude with a meal at 3pm at The Beeches in Ashby de la Zouch (address 114 Burton Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 2LP). Some of you might recall visiting the venue previously. They have a dedicated function room reserved for us and again there is ample parking.
They require us to confirm numbers (we are limited to 40 people) and food orders by Friday 20th February. The food menu is in the process of being updated and will be shared with you as soon as it is available. It will however have a choice of Sunday lunch carvery or typical pub food.
If you would like to join Ian and Chris on our Sunday run, please add your names on the forum thread. LINK BELOW
https://forum.mx5oc.co.uk/t/nem-sunday-run-the-villages-of-south-derbyshire-and-north-west-leicestershire-sunday-1st-march-2026/151885

List of Members:
1 Ian and Chris
2 Ian and Carol-Ann
3 David and Cath
4 Jason and Kate
5 Mal and Sue
6 Paul and Jayne
7 Sharon
8 Manuella
9 Graeme and Christine
10 Dennis
11 Claire and Sandy
12 Nigel and Janet
13 Dave and Julie
14 Paul and Karen Bainbridge
15 Carol and Terry
16 Jay and Dave – newbies
17 Anthony and Carol
18 Ted and Janet
19 Tracey and Rich
20 Christine and Hedley

Total members 37

North East Midlands - Midweek Meal
2026-03-11 19:00 - 22:30
Hedley and Christine have kindly offered to organise this event.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands – NEC Restoration Show – Friday 20th March to Sunday 22nd March
2026-03-20
Event organised by the MX5 Owners Club.
Come along to see us at the Spring season opener, Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show from 20 – 22 March 2026 at the NEC Birmingham.
Get the dates in your diary and book in advance at https://www.necrestorationshow.com quoting CCMX5OCM6 to save £3.50 off single-day adult tickets or £2 off family, child & multi-day tickets.
Club discount applied to advance ticket prices before midnight on 19 March and show open ticket prices thereafter, full ticket information at: https://www.necrestorationshow.com/ticket-information

North East Midlands - Sunday run - Castleton
2026-04-12 10:00 - 17:00
John and Jan have kindly offered to organise this event.
Details to follow.

North East Midlands – Midweek Meal - Pie night (TBC)
2026-04-16 19:00 - 22:30
Chris and Angie have kindly offered to organise this event.
Details to follow

North East Midlands – Curborough Challenge Day
2026-04-18 09:30 - 17:00
Event organised by the MX-5 Owners Club – Motorsport
Curborough Challenge Day – Saturday 18th April 2026
We’re heading back to the ever-popular Curborough Sprint Circuit near Lichfield for
another action-packed day of solo track driving. This short, technical sprint circuit is
perfectly suited to the MX-5, giving you the chance to really explore your car’s handling
and sharpen your driving skills — all without the pressure of other cars on track.
Run one car at a time, the format is ideal whether you’re a seasoned track regular or a
complete novice. Newcomers are very welcome, and we’ll help you get started and build
confidence.
Cars must be road legal (no slicks), pass a noise test of 105dB, and drivers will need a
helmet, clothing to cover legs and arms, driving licence and membership card on the day.
Spectators and passengers are welcome.
£48 per car
Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid missing out. Secure your place
Book Here https://staging.mx5oc.co.uk/product/curborough-challenge-day-18th-april-2026/
Driver details and information will be emailed to participants 7-10days prior to the event.

Team NEM

North East Midlands – Japfest Silverstone
2026-04-19
An event hosted by the MX5 Owners Club.
With over 3500 cars on display and 25,000 visitors, Japfest is the must-attend event for Japanese car enthusiasts. With spectacular drifting demos, public track time and a huge selection of the finest modified Jap cars filling the UK’s most prestigious race track
Details to follow.

North East Midlands - North Yorkshire Moors weekend holiday (TBC)
2026-04-24
Barry and Geraldine have kindly offered to organise this weekend of activities.
Event date is still provisional and to be confirmed but it is expected to run from Friday To Monday.

North East Midlands – 2026 Donington Historic Festival – Friday 1st May to Sunday 3rd May
2026-05-01
Hi Everyone,
Club bookings are now open for the 2026 Donington Historic Festival one of the standout events on the UK historic motorsport calendar. Taking place from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd May, the Festival once again promises three days of world-class retro racing at Donington Park.
MX-5 Owners Club members can take advantage of an early bird adult ticket for all three days from just £22.50, matching last year’s excellent value. The early bird offer is available until the end of January and includes infield parking for your MX5, allowing members to park close to the Club stand throughout the weekend.
How to BOOK
Please remember to book an extra admission ticket, if you have a passenger. Total cost for weekend ticket’s £47.50
Visit the direct club page here:
https://staging.mx5oc.co.uk/2026/01/05/2026-donington-historic-festival-1-3-may/
North East Midlands area will be hosting this event and hope you can join us.
NEM Team

North East Midlands - Midweek activity - Volunteer needed (date TBC)
2026-05-01
A volunteer is needed to organise a midweek activity in May.
Date is to be confirmed.

North East Midlands – Sunday run
2026-05-10 10:00 - 17:00
Graeme and Christine have kindly offered to organise this drive.
Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Midweek meal
2026-05-13 19:00 - 22:00
Phil and Josie have kindly offered to host this event.
Details to follow.

North East Midlands – A Spring Day at Brooklands – Tickets on Sale
2026-05-17 10:00 - 17:00
A Spring Day at Brooklands – Sunday 17th May 2026 – Brooklands Museum.
SPACES AT THIS EVENT ARE LIMITED
We’re excited to return to Brooklands Museum on Sunday 17 May for the first of the
Club’s main events of the year.
Set at the birthplace of British motorsport, there’s plenty to see and do across the museum
alongside our own activities — including the chance to take on the historic Test Hill for a
limited number of participants during the morning and early afternoon.
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on what promises to be a standout spring event.
Book your tickets now via the Club website: https://staging.mx5oc.co.uk/product-category/tickets/
Show and Shine entries will open closer to the event, please see Soft Top Hardtop and
watch this space for more details.
Team NEM

North East Midlands – Sunday Run
2026-06-07 10:00 - 17:00
Ian and Carol-Ann have kindly offered to organise this drive.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Midweek Meal
2026-06-10 19:00 - 22:30
Jason and Kate have kindly offered to organise this event.
Details to follow

North East Midlands – Ratae 2026 – South Leicester MG Owners Club
2026-06-14 08:00 - 17:00
David S and David M have kindly offered to organise this event.
Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Midweek Activity - Trentham Gardens
2026-06-18 10:00 - 17:00
Mick and Suzanne have kindly offered to organise this event.
Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Lullington Open Gardens and Car Show - Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June
2026-06-27
Tracey and Rich have kindly offered to organise this event.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Midweek Activity - Volunteer Needed (date TBC)
2026-07-01
A volunteer is needed to organise a midweek activity in July.
Date is to be confirmed.

North East Midlands - Market Harborough Classic Car Show
2026-07-05
David and Ann have kindly offered to oranise this event.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Midweek Meal
2026-07-08 19:00 - 22:30

North East Midlands - Sunday Run
2026-07-12 10:00 - 17:00
Karen and Dave have kindly offered to organise this drive.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Chatsworth Signature Classic Motor Show
2026-07-19
David and Cath have kindly offered to organise this event.

Details to follow.

North East Midlands - Silverstone Classic 2026 - Friday 24th to Sunday 26th July
2026-07-24
MX-5 Owners Club – National Event

Details to follow.
