Curborough Track Day
2026-04-18 | Curborough Sprint Course, Netherstowe Lane off Wood End Lane., Burton on Trent, WS13 8EJ., United Kingdom
We are heading to Curborough for the first of 2 track days at this great venue.
Details coming soon.

North East Midlands – Curborough Challenge Day
2026-04-18 09:30 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
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.

South West Midlands – JAPFEST – Silverstone
2026-04-19 | Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, NN12 8TL, United Kingdom
Sunday 19th April 2026: 2026 Japfest Silverstone

Note: All Club tickets are now sold out, only spectator tickets are available. See
https://japfest.co.uk/silverstone/
Parking
If you are travelling to Japfest Silverstone by car, you must buy a Public Car Park ticket, unless you have either a club display or an individual display ticket. Please buy your parking ticket(s) now or as early as possible because parking spaces sold out last year. Booking early avoids you missing out and enables us to accurately monitor capacity and ensure we can get you parked and into the show as smoothly as possible. You can purchase up to 2 parking tickets per transaction. If you require more, you will need to purchase via a new transaction

South West – monthly breakfast meeting
2026-04-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Haldon Forest Diner, Devon Expressway, Exeter, EX6 7XS, United Kingdom
Join us at the Haldon Forest Diner (EX6 7XS) between 09:00 and 11:00 for a catch up and a run afterwards. We look forward to meeting members new and old.

South Central – Breakfast Meet Henry Street Garden Centre
2026-04-19 09:30 - 12:00 | Henry Street Garden Centre, Swallowfield Rd, Arborfield, Arborfield Cross, Reading RG2 9JY, Reading, RG2 9JY
A very popular breakfast meet at Henry Street Garden Centre

Arrive at 9.30am to enter the café at 10.00am.
If you arrive later we sit at the very far end of the seating area.
Excellent breakfast and a good natter.

Yorkshire Ridings – MG OC Daffodil Run
2026-04-19 10:00 - 15:00
This is a run that was donated to us by the MG Club and starts at Fox Valley Way, Stocksbridge, Sheffield. S36 2BT and finishes at Oil Can Cafe, Holmfirth. HD9 2RD. The route is approximately 66 miles.

MG OC Daffodil Run tulip here

Northants Club Night
2026-04-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Yeoman of England, 31 High Street, Wootton, Northamptonshire, NN4 6LR, United Kingdom
Our meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of every month. We warmly welcome you to The Yeoman of England for our monthly Clubnight meeting. It’s a Greene King Pub with a large car park, a spacious garden and great food. Generally we arrive at 6 pm for a meal and a catch up. Around 8 pm I read out my “Parish Notes” outlining forthcoming events and runs. Look forward to seeing you all.

Milton Keynes & Chilterns - Monthly Meeting - Chilterns
2026-04-21 18:30 - 22:00 | The King Charles, Chesham Rd, Chesham. HP5 3PF, Chesham Rd, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3PF
This is one of two monthly meetings that the Milton Keynes & Chilterns Area has each Month. Specifically the ‘Chilterns’ Meeting.

The meetings are an informal social event that helps bring together members of the MX5 Owners Club.

We also encourage non-members who are thinking of joining to attend so they can learn more about the club.

We usually have the Conservatory area set aside where people can relax, talk have a meal etc.

If anyone requires any further detail, please use the Area e-mail mkchiltern@mx5oc.co.uk

South Wales Area Monthly Meeting – Caerphilly Area – 4th Wednesday of the Month
2026-04-22 18:30 - 21:30 | The Red Kite, Nant Garw Rd,, Caerphilly, CF83 2AX
Meetings in the east of South Wales Area take place from 6:30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the Red Kite, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly. CF83 2AX.
Delicious meals at reasonable prices available.
All things MX-5, Club runs and events are discussed plus lots of other stuff. All welcome, non members come and see what we’re about and what we get up to locally at the Owners Club.

Eastern - North West Norfolk (Kings Lynn) - Fish and Chip Supper and Drive
2026-04-22 19:00 - 22:00 | The Lifeboat Inn, Ship Lane, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT
Back by popular demand, join us for a 30 mile drive through glorious North Norfolk to Thornham for a Fish and Chip supper at The Lifeboat Inn

WESSEX AREA – Monthly Club Meeting
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | The New Queen Inn, Ringwood Road, Avon, Christchurch, BH23 7BG, United Kingdom
Club nights will be held regularly every fourth Wednesday of the month, with a regular start time of 7.30pm.
Where: The New Queen Inn, Ringwood Road, Avon, Christchurch BH23 7BG.
When: Fourth Wednesday of the Month from 7.30pm
The New Queen Inn |
If you wish to book please ask for a table in our allocated area. Tel: 01425 672432.
We look forward to welcoming members old and new as well as anyone who would like to come along and discover the Club and what we get up to.

North West Midlands - Evening Meeting
2026-04-22 19:30 - 22:00 | The Wheatsheaf, 470-472 Walsall Road, Great Wyrley, West Midlands, WS6 6HX, United Kingdom
Come along and join us for our regular MX-5 Owners Club night meeting, held on the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Our meetings are open to anyone in the area who’s passionate about the MX-5 — whether you’re a long-time member, a new owner, or just curious about the Club and what we do. It’s a great chance to meet fellow enthusiasts, chat cars, and find out about upcoming events and how to get involved.
?️ Optional meal from 6:00pm – If you’d like to eat, please book a table in advance and mention you’re attending the Club Night so you can be seated with us in the reserved area.
? Meeting starts at 7:30pm
No need to be a member — just turn up, say hello, and enjoy the evening!

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.

Grampian – Tech Day
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00
Inspections and light technical tasks.
Sign up is essential for this event, look for the link in your March club email.

East Sussex & Downs — Monthly Meet - The Woolpack
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:30 | The Woolpack, Howard Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8TS, United Kingdom
Monthly pub meeting at The Woolpack Burgess Hill RH15 8TS at 12.00pm.
Booking required and pre-ordering of food. Please contact Chris Unsted at eastsussex@mx5oc.co.uk to confirm if you would like to attend.

Tyne Tees – A Strong Heartbeat and Memorial event for Karen Barclay.
2026-04-26 | Middlesbrough & District Motor Club, TS8 0RP
Last Updated 26th January 2026 with start times.
Brian & Veronica Crowther will once again lead and Organise our Heartbeat and memorial event for Karen Barclay. Karen was a lovely lady who until a couple of years ago was a active member of the MX-5 Owners Club Tyne Tees family until she took ill and sadly died late 2025. We do have permission from the family to advertise this memorial event.
We have been to the Goathland Tea Room and the usual 10% discount will be given to the members who order their food from the Tearoom menu using the blue button on the monthly emails.
Meet and Greet at the Middlesbrough & District Motor Club from 10am for a 10.30am Event Run start. Tulip Maps will be available on the day.

Cheshire & North Wales - Drive-it Day Run
2026-04-26
Run hosted by Natalia on National Drive-it Day. Details to follow.

South West Midlands - April Monthly Drive In Your 5 - National Drive it Day - Hosted by David & Gina
2026-04-26 | TBA
Details to Follow

North West - Reservoirs Run
2026-04-26
Further details from Phil and Nick to follow

South Wales – Monthly Sunday Run
2026-04-26 10:30 - 17:00
Run organiser is Michele Whiting.
Details to follow.

Kent - Monthly Meeting at Brookers Oast
2026-04-26 12:00 - 15:30 | NorthThames_web
Monthly Club Meeting – Everyone Welcome
Come along and join us for our regular monthly Club meeting, open to all, members, non-members and anyone interested in finding out more.
These informal meetings are a great opportunity to:

Catch up with other Members
Meet friendly, like-minded MX-5 owners
Learn more about the Club and what we get up to,
Ask questions and see if the club is right for you

There’s no obligation to join — you’re very welcome to just turn up, come and say hello, and enjoy!

Tyne Tees - South Social Meeting
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Middlesbrough & District Motor Club, TS8 0RP
Pie & Peas 6.45pm
Meeting Starts 7.30pm

Cornwall – Visit to Cornwall Air Ambulance HQ Newquay
2026-04-29 09:00 - 16:00
Meeting at Cornwall Services just off the A30 Roche from 9:00 ///ejects.routs.diamond PL26 8UF
After coffee and a natter we will head off at 09:40 arriving at the Air Ambulance HQ for 09:55
Please remember to bring an official form of identification ie driving licence.
After this visit a Run will be arranged for Lunch.
Please confirm you will be attending by emailing. cornwall@mx5oc.co.uk

North West – Social Meeting at The Crown at Worthington
2026-04-29 18:30 - 21:30 | The Crown at Worthington, Platt Lane, Standish, WN1 2XF, United Kingdom
Meeting last Wednesday of the month 8:00pm or 6:30pm if eating (March to October 2026)

North Thames - Monthly Club Meet
2026-04-29 18:30 - 22:00 | The Eagle – Kelvedon Hatch, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0AA, United Kingdom
Held on the last Wednesday of every month at The Eagle – Kelvedon Hatch, CM15 0AA from 18:30pm onwards.
All members and non-members are welcome. Here you can catch up on the latest happening in North Thames.

North East Midlands – Monthly Meet at The Coopers Arms Weston-on-Trent
2026-04-30 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 – 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.

Kent - Magnificent Motors
2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00
2 Day Event at Eastbourne.
