MX-5 Owners Club

Solent – Supper and talk on the Raising of The Mary Rose
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | The Red Lion, Horndean
Hi Everyone,
We are returning to The Red Lion Horndean for supper and a talk by our very own David Burden on his diving days on the Mary Rose.
You may recall that the raising of Henry VIII’s warship, the Mary Rose took place on October 11, 1982, and David was a diver on the Maritime Archeology Project that lifted the 437 year old wreck from the seabed, just outside Portsmouth Harbour. David will be giving an illustrated talk with a Powerpoint Presentation to show how the events unfolded resulting in lifting the Mary Rose and returniung it to shore for preservation.
Location: 2 Havant Rd, Horndean, Portsmouth PO8 0DT
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We have made a reservation for 7pm at The Red Lion and requested the big dining room we had for Tony’s excellent talk last year, where we can set up a 42” TV screen for David to play his Powerpoint Slideshow on
NB: Please aim to be at The Red Lion Prompt for 7pm, in order that we dont cause problems with the food orders and also leave good time for David to give his talk after supper!
The Red lion Main Menu is given: HERE
Please make your choices and reply to the forum post to confirm your attendance and meal choices and we will log them on the usual spreadshseet and attendees list, given below.
PLEASE MAKE YOUR CHOICES BY WEDNESDAY 11th FEBRUARY, SO WE CAN SUBMIT YOUR CHOICES TO THE VENUE
We look forward to seeing you on the night
Best Regards
Team Solent

Eastern – North East Essex (Colchester) – Monthly Meeting
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | The Crown, Ardleigh, Old Ipswich Road, Ardleigh, Colchester, CO7 7QR, United Kingdom
Join the North East Essex meet for a fun filled evening at The Crown, Ardleigh and talk all things MX5

Norfolk Fives Monthly Meeting
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:30 | Bird in Hand, Church Rd, Wreningham, Norwich, NR16 1BJ
The monthly meeting is on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Bird in Hand. (March – October)
Pop along and enjoy the food and drink available at the Bird in Hand;; friendly conversation and a little bit of banter. If you are new make yourself known to one of the planning team and we will introduce you to a few people.
We look forward to seeing you!

Eastern - The Shuttleworth Collection (Engineering Day)
2026-02-21 09:00 - 17:00 | The Shuttleworth Collection, Alder Drive, Biggleswade, SG18 9DT
Museums have curators, Shuttleworth have engineers…
…and, for one weekend only, you can discover what it takes to restore, rebuild and operate one of the world’s most extensive collections of working vintage agricultural exhibits, veteran and vintage vehicles, and aircraft from the earliest days of flight.
But that’s not all! There’s so much going on across the weekend, from demonstrations to engine runs, STEM activities for all ages and more. So, whether you’re passionate about aviation and heritage, or looking to find out more about a career in engineering, our Engineering Open Workshop has something for you.
All aircraft and vehicle appearances are subject to weather and serviceability.

South West Midlands – February Monthly Drive In Your 5 – Hosted by Gary & Julie
2026-02-22 | TBA
Start of the drive is The Tea Room at The Fairview Gardener, Chapel Lane, Birdwood, Gloucester GL2 8AR. For those who wish to eat, please arrive at 8:45 to ensure that we can make a prompt departure by 9:55 at the latest. (Luke and his team are opening up early just for our group).

The briefing will be at 9:45. So please ensure you arrive in time for this.

The route will follow a combination of A and B roads and will be approximately 110 miles. Heading towards Hay on Wye via the golden valley, we will take a stop for a comfort break at The Old Railway Garden Centre, Three Cocks. The route will then go towards Abergavenny and see us drive over the Blorenge – lovely views if the weather conditions permit! From here we will drive through Blaenavon (a world heritage site) before stopping at Caerwent, a roman village. There is a large free car park and toilets and we should have time for a wander around the village. We then make our way over the Severn Bridge with our final destination being the Wolfridge cafe and alpaca farm near Alveston, Thornbury.

To enable the tea room and wolfridge cafe to know numbers, we need you to confirm by Thursday 19th February, by emailing southwestmidlands@mx5oc.co.uk if:-

You wish to have food at the start

You wish to have light refreshments at the destination – this cafe has limited space and tables will be reserved for us but are limited so walk ins on the day are not possible. There is an alternative cafe which will be noted on the route and which does not require advance booking.

For those who wish to have a Sunday lunch there are a number of carvery type places that you can book.

Many thanks

Julie & Gary

Oxford - Breakfast Meet
2026-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Mollie’s Diner, Shrivenham Road, A420, Buckland, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 8PY, United Kingdom
Come and meet us for breakfast, anytime between 10am and 12 noon.
Let’s talk any thing MX-5 and beyond !

Yorkshire Ridings – Dales Driveby
2026-02-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Hawthorne Farm, Warren House Lane, Yeadon LS19 7FT
Neil & Lindy are running their second run of the season after the success of last week’s event. Blow away the cobwebs and enjoy the Yorkshire roads while they are still quiet. Details to follow but the run is approximately 100 miles. Meet at Hawthorne Farm, Yeadon at 10.00am for a 10.30am start and please log your registration in reception even if you are not eating there.

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South Wales – February Monthly Club Run – Sunday 22nd February
2026-02-22 10:00 - 17:00
Meeting Point :- Tesco Extra Car Park – Spytty Road Newport NP19 4TX
Meeting Time: 10 for 10.30 start
Coffee Stop: Cattle Market Car Park, Monmouth NP25 3 EG – Multiple Coffee Shops
Lunch Venue:- Maes Manor Hotel, Rudded Lane , Blackwood, NP12 0AG
Please see February Newsletter in your email inbox for menu details
To Book your place please follow the link in the newsletter to contact Deb & Kev Reader to pay your deposit for food and place your order

Grampian - FROTY [First Run Of The Year] - 2026
2026-02-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Tesco Banchory, Hill of Banchory, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5QA, United Kingdom
Our first scheduled driving event of 2026, very weather dependant so keep a close eye on Club communications for detail of short notice changes.

South Wales - Monthly Sunday Run
2026-02-22 10:30 - 17:00
Details to follow.

Kent - Monthly Meeting at Brookers Oast
2026-02-22 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!

North West - Cumbrian Clubnight
2026-02-24 18:30 - 21:30
We are holding our first Cumbrian Clubnight on the last Tuesday in February, February 24 th at the Plough in Lupton, Cow Brow, LA6 1PJ
This is near to M6 junction 36 and should be easy to reach for our northern area members,
The intention is to provide a better opportunity for you to meet up and volunteer to plan local events!
As with our Standish meetings, members who wish to eat tend to arrive at about 6.30 pm with announcements and discussions starting at around 7.30 to 8.00 pm
If you wish to attend please look at our Facebook site, Mx5northwest, and click on the going button. This helps us to inform the Landlord of numbers and try to provide adequate seating.
We look forward to meeting you!
Dave James and Andy Lavin

Tyne Tees – South Social Meeting
2026-02-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Middlesbrough & District Motor Club, TS8 0RP
Meet & Greet 7pm
Meeting Starts at 7.30pm

Milton Keynes & Chilterns - Midweek Breakfast Meet - Fly-By Café @ London Gliding Club
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Fly-By-Cafe, The London Gliding Club, Tring Road,, Dunstable,, Bedfordshire, LU6 2JP
Revisit to the Fly-by Café for breakfast at the London Gliding Club.
Booking confirmed 😉
Parking in the cafe carpark on the right at top of driveway before buildings – NOT in main car park please.
Please advise in comments if you are ‘flying solo’ or are to be joined by someone. To enable numbers of attendees to be advised ahead of the event. Thank you
No ‘Maybe’s’ please!
NB: The cafe is upstairs, the men’s and disabled toilets are downstairs, ladies toilets are upstairs.

South Wales Area Monthly Meeting – Caerphilly Area – 4th Wednesday of the Month
2026-02-25 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.

North Thames - Monthly Club Meet
2026-02-25 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.

Eastern – North West Norfolk (Kings Lynn) – Monthly Meeting
2026-02-25 19:00 - 22:00 | The Ffolkes Arms, Lynn Road, Hillington, PE31 6BJ
Join the North West Norfolk (Kings Lynn) at The Ffolkes Arms, Hillington for our monthly eat and meet to discover what exciting events the coming month(s) have to offer.

WESSEX AREA – Monthly Club Meeting
2026-02-25 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
2026-02-25 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 – Monthly Meet at The Coopers Arms Weston-on-Trent
2026-02-26 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

South West - East Devon Slot Racing Club
2026-02-28 10:30 - 16:30 | Awliscombe Village Hall, Greenway Lane, Awliscombe, Devon, EX14 3PJ, United Kingdom
Join Paul Strange at the Awliscombe Village Hall (EX14 3PJ) for a bit of slot car racing fun. This is an open day we have been invited to and any member is welcome.

East Sussex & Downs – Monthly Meet - The Woolpack
2026-02-28 12:00 - 15:00 | The Woolpack, Howard Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8TS, United Kingdom
Monthly pub meeting at The Woolpack at Burgess Hill. RH15 8TS
Saturday 28th February 2026 at 12.00pm
Pre-booking and ordering of food required so please let AC, Chris Unsted know if you want to attend on eastsussex@mx5oc.co.uk

Yorkshire Ridings – Planning and Presentation Evening
2026-02-28 18:00 - 22:00
An evening to get ideas and suggestions from members as to what direction they would like the area to go in and to get more volunteers involved in organising events. We will also be presenting the annual awards for Run of The Year and person/s of the year. Venue to be confirmed and booking will be essential. The event will include a meal and normally we are given a reduced cost menu with a few choices. At the Rockingham Arms ,Towton, Tadcaster. LS24 9PB. Meet at 6.00pm with food at 7.00pm. Thirty maximum, booking essential. Please let us know food order and any dietary requirements by February 19th, no exceptions. Thank you. Please note, there will be raffle so all donations welcome.

North West - Skipton
2026-03-01
Rod has offered to organise this drive which will start at Chorley Macdonalds and stop for lunch in Skipton

Highland & Moray - Gairloch Loop
2026-03-01 | Tesco Dingwall, Mart Road, Dingwall, Ross Shire, IV159PP, United Kingdom
We will meet in the Tesco Superstore Dingwall car park at 10am.
Then we will head west on the A835 road before turning left onto the A832 at Braemore junction.
We will follow that road across Dundonnell Forest, along Little Loch Broom to the west coast.
Lunch will be arranged in the Gairloch area.
After lunch we will head east along Loch Maree to Kinlochewe, then onto Achnasheen, and finally back to Dingwall.
Total trip is 141 miles and approx 3.5 hours driving time

South Central Greenwoods Classic Car Meet
2026-03-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Longacres Garden Centre & Cafe, Chobham Road, Woking, Surrey, GU24 8AR
Greenwoods Classic .
This is a non club event that is open to all. It is a general car meet of pre 1980 cars plus an impressive private collection of Fire Engines.
We park in the visitors car park to enjoy the show. A Cafe is available for the purchase of food and drinks.
The show will not take place during the winter months of it is wet or snowing.

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

West London – Return of the Roadsters Monthly meet
2026-03-01 13:00 - 20:00
This is the West London area Monthly meet up, your chance to connect with likeminded enthusiasts, share your passion for driving, and enjoy great food with MX-5 owners.
The location of this meet will be : The Pheasant Inn & Restaurant Heathrow
Address: 98 W End Ln, Harlington, Hayes UB3 5LX
Parking is available on site.
A short drive is available if people are up for it after Lunch.
Look forward to hearing from you all. Happy Driving 🙂
RSVP: westlondon@mx5oc.co.uk

Peaks and Pennines – Social Meeting
2026-03-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Rockingham Arms, 8 Main Street,, Rotherham, S62 7TL
Our Club Social Meetings are held at The Rockingham Arms, Wentworth S62 7TL and held in The Restaurant; which we have the exclusive use of, and is accessed in the main building. Please order your Food and Drink in the main bar before proceeding to The Retaurant, the Rockingham Arms offers good quality pub food, hand pulled beers and we enjoy a private room for our meeting.
Meeting starts at 8:15pm, Many members come early for a meal starting from around 6:30pm.
Additional off road parking is in the Wentworth Village Car Park What3words ref. ///text.videos.alpha
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month.

Milton Keynes & Chilterns - Monthly Meeting - Central
2026-03-04 19:00 - 22:00 | The Cross Keys, 13 High St, Pulloxhill, Bedford MK45 5HB, The Cross Keys, 13 High St, Pulloxhill, Bedford MK45 5HB, Pulloxhill, Bedfordshire, MK45 5HB, United Kingdom
This is one of two monthly meetings that the Milton Keynes & Chilterns Area has each Month. Specifically the ‘Central’ 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 an 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.
