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That's a brilliant idea Paul. I was asked by the chap at the entrance to the hill climb track (who took the little White tickets) if Marcos would consider using the circuit again in the future. Jon was sitting next to me prior to our run up the hill and while obviously nothing was cast in stone at the time, we both felt that this would be a very popular venue.

The cost of the event would obviously be dependent on the numbers interested in going, which will take some work to sort out. I suppose the cost for a day at the track is fixed and easily obtained. It is getting a concrete commitment from the interested parties early enough in the year to get standing orders in place which will be the difficult part.

Also consideration must be given to an alternative entertainment for those (and I guess there are many) who do not wish to expose their beloved cars to the dangers of motor sport.

Not to detract from your initial suggestion, which I am all in favour of, another consideration for a good venue for a yearly get-together (either instead of or as well as Prescott) may be Silverstone, where we could hire the track for a "track day". I say Silverstone because it is quite central in the country with very good road access. Perhaps Topcats could/would join us to provide (notice I did not say give) tutored laps in a racing Mantis' for those who would like/can afford it, while others could have the fun of taking their own historic car round one of Britains most historic circuits. This would allow for some to get the thrill of racing round a circuit without exposing their own cars to the dangers. I'm sure something could be arranged via Melindi Lockie.

I am very conscious that not everyone is interested in motorsport of any kind, that is evident by the fact that out of the 200 plus owners, relatively few cars were/are taken round Curborough or up the hill at Prescott. Just because they own a sports car does not mean they wish to race or drive like the wind on any kind of circuit.

Likewise, not everyone is interested in "concourse" or "shiny car" competitions.

In order to attract the greatest possible numbers, I feel that the weekend must strive to offer something for everyone. That is easy to say but very difficult to do and would require much in the way of brainwork and discussion. Perhaps a mail-shot (can't rely on internet as not everyone uses it) to every member of each of the Three clubs asking each what they would like a weekend to consist of and what time of year they would be most likely to attend. I know this would be quite a task but would only need to be done once in a while, as although not every member will respond, the ideas from those that do could give enough food for thought for a few years hence.

In broad terms I feel the event should offer some kind of motor sport, a good evening meal with entertainment (disco or band etc) a concourse or shiny car competition, with either a "treasure" hunt, or mystery tour taking in points of interest. For instance the treasure hunt could consist of certain "points of interest" being recorded on say a circuit of 100 miles starting and ending at the same point, with people starting at timed intervals and the person who completes it in the shortest time getting a trophy (and NOT the kind of trophy given by Mr Plod!).

Anyway, it's getting late, Nuala's gone to bed but these are just a few of my thoughts on the subject and I will not be offended if they are not to peoples liking.

All the best

Bob