C S Haynes Tech Day - Sunday 26th October NEM Invitation
2025-10-20 00:00 (Europe/London)
The NEM OC has been Invited to join C S Haynes Tech Day
UPDATE MEETING POINT – Uttoxeter Services, A50 Derby Road, Uttoxeter ST14 5AA , Leaving 9:15 am.
On Sunday 26th October 10:00am – 3:00pm
It will be at their garage which is:-
C S Haynes, Stonewall Place, Silverdale, Newcastle, Staff, ST5 6PNR
They are hoping to include the following: Auto Jumble, Emissions checks, Alignment checks
Underbody inspections (On a ramp), Lippy + Dippy (Basic car maintenance course I have run for ladies)
Any other topics which members would like to cover. Detailing.
Tea, coffee & cakes.
If members would like to join them on the day, please add your Full Name, Registration number, mark also any specifics you would like covered on the day on the thread for insurance purposes. David Mortiboys will be going on the day, and if you want to travel together with me we can arrange a meet up point nearer the time. I have only received this invitation today, so we have not had much notice,

Northants Club Night
2025-10-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Yeoman of England, 31 High Street, Wootton, Northamptonshire, NN4 6LR, United Kingdom
We warmly welcome everyone to The Yeoman of England for our Monthly Clubnight meeting. It is a Greene King Pub with a large car park, a spacious garden and great food. Generally we arrive at 6pm for a meal and a catch up. Around 8pm I read out my “Parish Notes” outlining forthcoming events and Runs. Look forward to seeing you all.

Milton Keynes & Chilterns – Monthly Meeting – Chilterns
2025-10-21 18:30 - 22:00 | The King Charles, Chesham Rd, Chesham. HP5 3PF, Chesham Rd, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3PF
This is our regular ‘Chilterns’ meeting that occurs every 3rd Tuesday of the month.
We’re at our new venue, The King Charles on Chesham Rd, near Ashley Green. Chesham.
We meet in the Conservatory / Sun Room and usually arrive between 18:30 and 19:00. You’ll soon sport the cars in the car park.
If you’ve never been to a ‘club’ meet or been part of an owners club before, come along and give us a try.
There is no obligation to join the MX5 Owners Club to attend these meetings, although if your hooked on MX5’s and all that the club has to offer, I’m sure it won’t be long before you join.
This is mainly a social meeting where many will have their evening meal and chat to each other, not always about their MX5. You can catch up with other MK&C members, new members and welcome those that are looking to see what it’s all about.
We’ll also update you on ant MX5 Owners Club news and Info as well as any events that we are planning to put on in the coming weeks and months.
Why not come along and see what all the fuss is about.

North West Midlands - Evening Meeting
2025-10-22 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!

East Sussex and Downs – Kent explorer weekend Friday 24th-Monday 27th October 2025
2025-10-24 | Premier Inn Faversham
Planned weekend trip to North Kent for 3 nights staying at the Premier Inn Faversham from Friday 24th-Monday 27th October with proposed visits to Chatham Historic Dockyard on Saturday 25th October, Canterbury and Dover Castle and drives along north Kent coast.
Confirmed attending as at 24th February 2025 * confirm booked at Faversham Premier Inn
Chris and Heather *
Nigel and Louise *
John and Ann *
Martin and Nicky *
Andy and Jackie *
Russell and Lesley *
John and Rose *
Helen and Richard *
Paul *
Brian and Christine *
Graham and Joan
Miles and June
Nick and Davina
Andy and Jackie
Russel and Lesley
John and Rose
Helen and Richard
Paul
Pat and David
Brian and Christine
Paul and Jane
David and Terri
Paul and Barbara

Yorkshire Ridings – To Tan Hill and Beyond
2025-10-26
Another run with some familiar venues. This one is to be organised by returning members and it will be their first attempt.
Starting at Princes Gate Shopping Centre, Catterick. DL9 3EL9.30 for 10.30am start after a safety briefing. We will head over to Tan Hill Inn, DL11 6AD, the highest pub in the British Isles before finishing at Brymor Ice Cream Parlour near Masham. At Tan Hill there is an option of sausage or bacon roll with tea or coffee for £7.50 per head, or just drinks if you prefer.
Please book via email, yorkshireridings@mx5oc.co.uk and state if you require food at Tan Hill. Please don’t just turn up.

North West - Tan Hill Sunday Run
2025-10-26 | Tan Hill Inn, Long Causeway, Richmond, DL11 6ED, United Kingdom
This event is organised by Irwin & Edwina
Meeting 10:00am for a 10:30 start at Carnforth Truck Haven, LA5 9RQ, in the “small bar area” situated on the left as you enter.
The run takes in some great scenic views and driving roads, one of which has been used by many motoring programmes due to its wonderful uninterrupted views. Tan Hill Inn dates back to the 17th century and is the highest Inn at 1732 feet above sea level, nestled in the beautiful North Yorkshire Dales.
Lunch has been arranged here for 12:30pm and if you wish to have lunch there is a Sunday Roast selection at £18.95 per head. These being:
Roast Turkey Breast, Slow Roast Brisket of Beef, Pork Loin, Roast Chicken Breast, Nut Roast or Lamb (£21.95)
All are served with Yorkshire Pudding, Mash & Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Meat Gravy.
Please contact Edwina with your choice(s), NO LATER THAN MONDAY 20th October via email: edwinaaldren@yahoo.co.uk
Should you wish to attend this event, click on the “going” button via the event page on Facebook, MX-5 Owners Club North West.
Tulip Maps attached below.
Tan Hill Tulip Map – Irwin & Edwina

South West Midlands – October Monthly Drive – Lets do Stourhead Again – Hosted by Gary & Julie
2025-10-26 | Stourhead House National Trust, High St. Stourton, Warminster, Select a State, BA12 6QE, United Kingdom
Lets do Stourhead Again
Date: Sunday 26th October 2025
Start: Jolly Nice Farm shop & Kitchen, Frampton Mansell, Stroud GL6 8HZ
Time: 9.00 am for Breakfast and tea/coffee.
Depart: 10:30
Finish: Stourhead House National Trust, High St, Stourton, Warminster BA12 6QE

Distance: 53 miles

Drive Options:

Optional Final Stop: Fromebridge Mill, Fromebridge Lane, Whitminster, Gloucester GL2 7PB
Fromebridge MIll Menu https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/gloucestershire/fromebridge-mill/menu

Route details can be found at: swm.mx5oc.co.uk

Cheshire & North Wales - Monthly Breakfast Meet
2025-10-26 08:30 - 11:30 | Chocks Away Diner, Hawarden Airport, Flint Rd, Saltney Ferry, Chester, CH4 0GZ
Come and join us for a fantastic fry up & chat at Chocks Away Diner. It’s an excellent place to discuss all things MX-5 and you might even see a few planes!

Peaks and Pennines – Visit to Cannon Hall and surrounding areas
2025-10-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Starting Point Dearne Valley Farm, 8 Kestrel Wy, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5SZ
Visit to Cannon Hall starting at Dearne Valley Farm pub with a run at 10.00 am to Cannon Hall Farm to park our cars which will enable us to visit one of the many cafes for refreshment. Whilst we are here we will have the opportunity to visit one of the many attractions which includes the museum, walled garden, lovely walks, an interesting farm shop and across from the park is a garden centre. When we leave Cannon Hall we will travel along some lovely scenic roads with some amazing views hopefully the trees will still be in autumn colours. We will end the day at The Bridge Inn, Thurgoland, a country pub offering home cooked food.
Please let your AC know if you are coming along.

South Central – Ramster Gardens Café Breakfast Meet
2025-10-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Ramster Gardens Café, Petworth Rd, Chiddingfold, Surrey, GU8 4SN, United Kingdom
4th Sunday of each month is our morning meet at Ramster Gardens, Chiddingfold (GU8 4SN).
Arrive 9.30am onwards for coffee, bacon butties and general chit chat.
There is no charge to attend but please use the café for refreshments (no picnics please).
There is a charge to enter the beautiful gardens and well worth a walk round after our meet.

North East Midlands – Tech Day
2025-10-26 10:00 - 15:00
Hi Everyone,
UPDATE: MEET POINT DETAILS: 21/10/2025
Meeting at Uttoxeter Services, A50, Derby Road, Uttoxeter Services, ST14 5AA. To leave Uttoxeter Services at 9.15am, for a 35 mins drive.

We have been invited to a Tech Day by Steph Haynes at C S Haynes garage, meeting up with other areas at this event, on Sunday 26th October.
C S Haynes, Stonewall Place, Silverdale, Newcastle, Staffs. ST5 6NR.
They are hoping to include the following:
Auto Jumble, Emissions checks, Alignment checks, Underbody inspection (on a ramp), Lippy + Dippy (Basic car maintenance course Steph has run for ladies) Detailing. Any other topics which members would like to cover.
Tea, coffee and cakes will be available.
If you would like to attend this event, please add your names, registration number and mark of your MX5 and any specifics you would like to see, on the forum thread. LINK BELOW.
https://forum.mx5oc.co.uk/t/nem-tech-day-sundat-26th-october-2025/150892

This event is being organised by David Mortiboys.

Team NEM

Cheshire & North Wales – Tech Day
2025-10-26 10:00 - 15:00 | CS Haynes, 6 Stonewall Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6NR
On Sunday 26th October, CS Haynes will be hosting a tech day between 10am & 3pm. There will be tea, coffee & cakes available. They have 8 ramps if members want to see the underside of their cars.
They are offering several services including:

Emissions checks
Wheel alignment checks
“Lippy & Dippy” course – basic safety checks aimed at ladies but open to anyone
Autojumble
Car detailing (potentially)

If interested, please email Steph (steph.haynes@mx5oc.co.uk) with your name(s), car model & registration and if you have any specific questions please let Steph know before hand and she’ll try and incorporate them.

IOW - Sunday Drive-Out
2025-10-26 10:00 - 17:00
Isle of Wight Drive Day
Meeting Point: 10.00–10.30 at Mole Country Store, Newport
Route: Scenic drive around the east side of the island
Lunch: 12.00 at The Wight Mouse Inn
Afternoon: Continue around the west side of the island, returning to Newport

South Wales Area – Monthly Sunday Run
2025-10-26 10:30 - 17:00 | The Ranch Bar & Grill, Resolven, SA11 4SR, United Kingdom
This run will be organised by Dave & Lyn Whiteley.
The run will start at The Ranch Bar & Grill, Resolven SA11 4SR. Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:30 start.
Mid run stop will be at George Street carpark, Brecon LD3 7HY where there are a number of cafes to choose from.
Lunch venue will be The White Hart, Llandeilo SA19 6RS.
Starters: £6.50. Mains: £16. Desserts: £6.50.
Lunch is a carvery with a choice of 5 meats plus vegetarian option.
If you wish to join us on the run please contact Dave before Monday 20th October on dnlwhiteley23@gmail.com or mob:07488345719

Milton Keynes & Chilterns - Midweek Breakfast Meet - Nuyard Garden Centre, Westoning
2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00
This is the latest of our monthly Midweek Breakfast Meets. Open to all MX5 Owners who fancy meeting up with other enthusiasts and want to know more about the Area and the MX5 Owners Club. Plus have a tasty breakfast!
A new location for us organised by Pete Hughes (although he is unable to attend!)
Please let us know if you plan to attend by dropping an e-mail to mkchiltern@mx5oc.co.uk as we need to inform the venue of attendee numbers by Monday 27th October.

North West – Social Meeting at The Crown
2025-10-29 18:30 - 21:30 | Crown at Worthington, Platt Lane, Standish, WN1 2XF, United Kingdom
General get together and discussion on future organised drives, events and related topics.

North East Midlands – Monthly Meet at The Coopers Arms Weston-on-Trent
2025-10-30 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

Cheshire & North Wales. Neil Howard Rally Stages
2025-11-01 | Oulton Park Circuit, Little Budworth, Tarporley, Cheshire, CW6 9BW, United Kingdom
Cheshire & North Wales are headed to the Neil Howard Rally Stages at Oulton Park.
Sign up individually on the MSV website for a day of rallying (and some fireworks at the end).

South West Midlands – Rallye Prescott – Prescott Hillclimb
2025-11-01 | Prescott Hillclimb
Saturday 1st November 2025: Rallye Prescott – Prescott Hillclimb
Venue: Prescott Speed Hill Climb , Gotherington, Cheltenham GL52 9RD
Time: 10:00 to 19:30
Meeting Point: Onsite
This iconic event returns to the Hill for 2025 with both daylight and early evening darkness runs in a tribute to the wonderful sport of rallying!
Admission Tickets:

BOC Members – Free
Adult – £18 in advance or £20 on the gate
Car Club Display – £120 (12 cars & 24 people with dedicated parking in the Orchard)
Under 16 – Free
Carer – Free (limited to one per eligible person)
Event Programme – £4

For further information and bookings click here:
https://www.prescotthillclimb.co.uk/event-details/rallye-prescott-4

Kent - Halloween
2025-11-02 | Headcorn Aerodrome Pilot Dugeness, Headcorn Aerodrome, Ashford, Kent, TN27 9HX, United Kingdom
Halloween will be meeting at the Headcorn Aerodrome at 10.00 and will be leaving at 11.00am
Usual Halloween costumes but not compulsory.
We will head to the Pilot, Dungeness. TN29 9NJ for 12.00

South Central Greenwoods Classic Car Meet
2025-11-02 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 - Charnwood District
2025-11-02 09:45 - 17:00 | St Joseph’s Tea Rooms, Oaks road, Coalville, LE67 5UP, United Kingdom
Sunday 2nd November Charnwood District Sunday Run
David and Ann would like to invite you to join us for a drive around the Charnwood Area of Leicestershire.
Starting from St Joseph’s Tea Room, Abbey Grange, Oaks Road, Coalville, LE67 5UP. Arriving from 9.45 am onwards. Where you can have a hot drink and a Sausage or Bacon Bap ( pre order necessary), and time for a chat before leaving for the first part of our run at 11 am.
We will be having a mystery comfort stop, to be revealed on the day, 12 noon to 12:30 approximately for refreshments for those that want them. Or if you do not want to join us for the Sunday Lunch, time for a snack if needed. Then the second part of our run to our Sunday Lunch Destination.
We have arranged for Sunday Lunch at The Pumping Station, Bradgate Road, Cropston, Leicester, LE7 7GB at 3pm. Please make your choice from the below menu and add to your reservation request.
Sunday Menu
1 course £18 – 2 courses £24 – 3 courses just £30!
Starters
Chicken liver pate, caramelised onion jam, crostini
Goats cheese crostini, caramelised onion jam
Prawn cocktail, buttered bread
Moroccan lamb kofte
Stilton & garlic mushrooms, crouton
Main Course
Overnight roasted beef
Skin on chicken supreme
Roast pork
Butternut squash wellington (veoa)
All of the above served with roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables, stuffing, gravy and a homemade Yorkshire pudding
Salmon Wellington, herb wine sauce, roast potatoes, seasonal veg
Sides – Cauliflower cheese; Extra roast potatoes; Extra vegetables: £4 each
Extra slice of beef/pork £4.00 Extra Yorkie £2
Dessert
Cinnamon and apple crumble, vanilla custard
New York cheesecake, forest fruits, Sicilian lemon drizzle
Homemade chocolate brownie, Chantilly cream
Eton mess, berry coulis
Selection of ice cream and sorbets
Please let your server know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements – Thank you!
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Please add your names to the Forum thread on the link below, if you would like to join us.
https://forum.mx5oc.co.uk/t/nem-sunday-run-charnwood-district-sunday-2nd-november-2025/150775
David and Ann

Solent – A breakfast meet, starting at Hilliers Garden Centre, Botley, on Sunday 2nd November 2025
2025-11-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Hilliers Garden Centre, Woodhouse Lane, Botley, Hamsphire, SO30 2EZ, United Kingdom
Hi All,
Those purveyors of great drives and events, Patricia & John, have come up with a “Breakfast Meet” at Hilliers Garden Centre, Botley, where we will tuck into a hearty breakfast ??
Steve, John’s contact at Hilliers, is currently on holiday but will be sending out the Breakfast Menu on his return on the 20th/21st October and we will update both this calendar post with the updated details and breakfast menu, for you to make your choices, so we can capture them but wanted to get a peg in the ground, by posting this event, so you all know what is coming up ?
Timings; Arrive by 10:00am, ready to be served breakfast at 10:30am!
Best Regards
Patricia, John & Team Solent

Northants -Wednesday Club Run
2025-11-05 09:30 - 14:30 | Stowe Gardens, Buckingham, MK18 5EE
Come and join us for the last Midweek Run of this year. Meet at the Toby Carvery, London Road, Northampton NN4 0TG Opens at 8 am. Maybe have another cooked breakfast ? We will depart the Toby at 10.30 am for a cross country jaunt over to visit Stow Gardens to see the fabulous last glimpse of the trees in their Autumn colours. It’s free to visit the cafe and NT Members can walk down into the gardens for free if they fancy a stroll. Hope you can make it.

Peaks and Pennines Social Meeting
2025-11-05 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.
If you are new to the Peaks and Pennines area or have been a member for some time and never got around to coming to a meeting, come along and join us.
Our meetings are open to members and prospective members, just come along with your MX-5 or other car. You will be made very welcome!

Lincolnshire - monthly meeting 5th November
2025-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 | The Cross Keys Inn, Brigg Road, Grasby, Lincolnshire, DN38 6AQ, United Kingdom
We are booked in at the Cross Keys Inn for our Monthly meeting, located In Grasby, DN38 6AQ.
Table is booked for 7pm so come along for a social, with food and drink options available upon arrival.
Very important that you please let me know if you are planning on coming as the venue need to be aware of numbers

Milton Keynes & Chilterns – Monthly Meeting – Central
2025-11-05 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.

WEST MIDLANDS - Social Night
2025-11-05 19:30 - 22:00 | The Kings Arms, 2110 Warwick Road, Solihull, B93 0EE, United Kingdom
Come and join us for our monthly meet at The Kings Arms.
If it’s your first time let me know in advance and we’ll look out for you.

South Central Area Monthly Evening Meet at Frimley
2025-11-06 18:30 - 21:30 | Kings Head Frimley, Guildford Road, Frimley, Camberlety, Hampshire, GU16 6NR, United Kingdom
This is a change of venue from February 2026
Join us each month for an evening of MX5 banter and social get together.
The venue has food available and plenty of parking.
Please book your car in on arrival to avoid a parking fine.
