Yep. The AGM is just the one day, but the show is two, therefore can we deduce that Stratos enthusiasts aren't interested in the show itself? Or at least, those who have cars on the road?
Last year was pretty much the same, with only Dave Evans attending on the 2nd day. I think if we hold the AGM at a different location, but still have a stand at the show, then maybe those who want to go to the show might spread themselves out over both days....or would they? Hmmm....
To be fair, it’s a very pale imitation of what it once was. We only went because we had nothing better to do and it’s only 30 miles away. The weather wasn’t kind either, which doesn’t help. Nor do the ever increasing entry fees. I still think they shouldn’t charge kit car drivers.
I think you are probably right Norm. I dont think I would have gone if it wasnt the AGM/ there were some Stratos replicas to see. It was better than last year but not a patch on the old days, .....yawn, yawn, anorak time.Originally Posted by Normb666
Peter
I'd be happy if I never went to a kit car show again.
what a grumpy lot of old b****** s you are !
However I agree that the Show was disappointing and maybe we should look to do something different next year - and Gaydon does sound like a possibility. Maybe we could hire a large room, hold the AGM and have a buffet laid on as well . This probably wouldnt cost more than the hire charge for the marquee - and it would be inside, dry and warm !
My interest in kit cars has always started and finished with the Stratos, and our club's involvement with that particular show.
I'm far more interested in the original Stratos and other rally cars of that era. So shows like the NEC Classic Car show and Race Retro are more my thing.
The National Kit Car Show is fine, if you like that sort of thing.
One good thing about the Stoneleigh show was how 'set in stone' it has become over a long period. There are always other AGMs in tents going on at the same time as ours.
The Stratos Replica Club (as it was) used to hire a room in the complex opposite the main halls, for the AGM.
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Shall I find out from Gaydon what might be possible?:
https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk...ger-gatherings
They have conference room/AGM facilities.
I don't think they have an established rally car orientated weekend. Maybe a co-promoted show with some of the clubs that used to attend the Chatsworth Rally Show back in the day?
Alpine-Renault, Sunbeam/Avenger, Ford RS, other Lancia clubs, Audi Quattro clubs etc.?
I've just looked at the Gaydon website and it looks interesting - more relevant than I had expected. Maybe we could tie it all up with a Stratos run-out into the local countryside - and make it more of an event in it's own right. Just a thought !
Similar sentiments Chris, but what a sad reflection that this situation has come to pass to make us feel like that.
"Why make it easy when you can struggle"
Out of interest on this subject, as some know I dashed off to catch up with my wife Carol who was at at the Ecurie Cod Fillet luncheon that was being held at Gaydon, in one of the function rooms, which was available to them Noon to 16.30, with coffee and tea provided all day. The lunch consisted of a main course and suite for £20, Steak Pie with vegetables, Sticky Toffee pudding with Sauce and Cream was chosen for the suit, all served in a buffet fashion. Unfortunately I only made it for a Coffee. It also included a pass to gain entry to the Museum.
I will check with the organiser in the next week or so to see if there was any other costs that were involved.
Another possibility in a fairly central location that has rooms etc., to hire and will do catering is the National Memorial Arboretum. It has adequate parking. We are going to something of a similar nature there on Monday next, although the numbers are likely higher than we would expect to have, so will do a bit of investigation whilst there.
As has already been commented, it may be attractive to a number of other members and help with attendance at the AGM if the location is changed with other attractions.
Hon Sec Robin.
Last edited by Longtimefan; 03-05-2022 at 19:24. Reason: Additional info added
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