Droop Snoot Group

A guide to forthcoming DSG attended events, big and small. For more information on these events, follow the website links to the right of each listing. To find out what the DSG are up to there, who's going, and to let us know about events in your area, follow the link to the 'What's On' forum.

If you'd like to email the Events Secretary, click on the email link to the right. You'll have to answer a small riddle - a 'Captcha' - to get the email address; bear with us, this is so we don't get flooded with spam. If you want to know what's on in a particular month, click on the 'events during...' link for that month.

For reports on events past, take a look at back issues of DSN, or follow the 'What's On' forum link on the right.

Contact phone numbers and email addresses for all club contacts can be found on the committee and events pages of the Droop Snoot Noos, or you can email the events secretary, call the main DSG number or take a look at the forum for more details.

We've again got reduced price entries and track passes for this popular action day at the south-west circuit; tickets strictly first come, first served for DSG members from Steve Kirby, on the usual number.

Described as a unique blend of club show and all-out track action, the event blends genuine classic cars with modern sportscars, so expect to see anything from the Austin A35 to the latest sportscars. On the circuit, sessions will be split between genuine classic cars, modern classics and older and new sportscars. At lunchtime, free for all Club members is the Giant Classic Cruise. To appeal to those drivers who have not been on the circuit in the past there will be two ‘New-to-Track’ sessions for those that are happy to drive at a more moderate speed.

Unique motorsport show set in the grounds of Chatsworth House. The show incorporates part of the former RAC Rally stage and turns it into a spectator-based event complete with all the thrills of special stage rallying, without the marathon walk through the woods! There is no better place in the UK to enjoy the rallying experience with such perfect views of the action. Watch historic and World Rally Cars take on Chatsworth's famous set pieces of rallying; the jump and the water splash.

We hope to have a club stand there again this year; either way, there should be a good turnout of DSG members and cars at this popular show. For more, take a look at the forum discussion.

The LUTON FESTIVAL OF TRANSPORT now in its sixteenthth year has become firmly established on the classic vehicle calendar. The show which is run entirely by the CHILTERN VEHICLE PRESERVATION GROUP attracted over 1200 classic cars in 2008 plus many buses, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and interesting road vehicles of all types. The show has a competitive edge with awards for the best vehicles in each class but also a friendly atmosphere with its family arena entertainment. Entry is free for exhibitors.

Expect a good turnout from the home counties DSGers with a heavily HC / HPF bias from the local guys.

The world's largest one-day Classic car show is established as something of an institution amongst enthusiasts from all over the world. Where else would you find more than 3,000 classics in one place! It is a superb celebration of this wonderful way of life - a true flavour of a by gone age - and provides one of the best opportunities available to soak up Bromley's unique atmosphere of friendly club stands, displays and fellow enthusiasts.

This year's Pageant is building on previous years and promises to be better than ever with a number of added attractions, making this a great day out. There is so much more with a huge Cars for Sale area, Fun Fair, Steam Engines, Trucks, Motorcycles, Modified Cars, the list goes on AND not forgetting one of the biggest classic vehicle trade shows in the UK with hundreds of Autojumble stands, and trade stands including the latest products, parts, services and new vehicles on display.

After the success of the last couple of years expect a good turnout from the south-east DSG; if you'd like to join them, entries are free with tickets for driver and passenger at outrageous discounts - call Brian for more details.

We expect once again to be invited to the AVO guys' National, which has proved a popular show, particularly with the Chevette guys, over the last few years. No details available yet; keep an eye on the websites, our forum or give Phil Moorcroft a bell for further information.

This show replaces the always excellent Kilbroney Show, which has been cancelled for the last two years due to bad weather; the hope is the change of venue and date might improve matters. All makes and models of vehicles first registered on or before 31st December 1988 including cars, commercials, motorcycles, scooters, tractors, stationary engines and steam engines.

Not a major club event, but there's usually a good handful of DSGers who make it to the popular Sussex show, and always the promise that Baby Bertha migh one year put in an appearance...

The major Vauxhall, Bedford and Opel event of the year, the annual VBOA National Rally, will take place on Saturday July 11th and Sunday July 12th 2009. Members of the 31 UK owner's clubs affiliated to the VBOA will be displaying over 2000 Vauxhalls, Bedfords and Opels.

Sunday morning will see arena displays by participating clubs and in the afternoon the crowning of the Best Car in Show, while a massive autojumble will be open all weekend to supply parts, accessories and memorabilia. Special camping rates are available to members of VBOA affiliated clubs - contact the club for further details.

Second year for this north-west event that promises to build the same way that the Festival of Speed has - and the latest is that Baby Bertha should be putting in an appearance here! We've got a joint stand with the Viva OC and some of the other Vauxhall guys - for more details, entry form etc. take a look at the forum discussion.

Another Home Counties favourite, now in its 26th year, this huge show promises cars, trucks, bikes, trade stands, autojumble, arts and crafts and more, all in aid of charity. Entries are a very reasonable £5 each - call Ian Denham to book

The big meet for the Scottish DSGers this year, so if you're north of the border get yourself there! To let everyone know you're going or for more information, take a look at the forum topic or call Dave McKay.

A smaller local event, but one that went down well with those that attended last year and at an interesting venue; worth a look this year?

Long established, informal evening meet at the George, with anything from bikes and Austin Sevens to huge commercial vehicles - maybe a chance for us south western guys to get together for an evening? Keep an eye on the 'What's On?' forum for more.

The website's still showing last year's rally, but this promises to be a good action event, with static displays and a club stand again this year; for more details, call Drew.

DSG area meet for the north west, normally with a club stand and a good mix of HCs and Chevettes. Evrything from a Porsche to a Mini on display, Massive 2 day autojumble with excellent range of over 150 trade stalls, over 1500 cars from 60 clubs on display, car mart. 9am until 5pm. Admission; Adults £6 children FREE; Entry into park and parking £4.50 per car. Exhibitors enter free.

An untried one this, a show for the rarer marques - possibly another chance for us south-western guys to meet? Keep an eye on the 'What's On' forum for more...

The other big rally show of the year, normally attended by a few DSGers - keep an eye on the 'What's On' forum to see who's going.

Bit of a confusing one this; we're expecting the usual VBOA open day at Vauxhall's excellent Heritage Centre, but the VBOA website refers to the annual open day coinciding with 'Drive It!' day in April. Two separate events? Who knows... more details as soon as we have them.

Great event with a club stand close to stages, service areas and trade stands and display areas, this is becoming increasingly popular with the Southern guys and definitely worth a look if your car's still taxed this late in the year.

Huge indoor event at Birmingham's NEC, and scene of some spectacular DSG stands in the past. Can we repeat it this year - call Edmund for details, and volunteer your car, your help or your expertise for the weekend.

Ian organises a well attended 'noggin and natter' type event at the Derehams Inn; it's held on the first Sunday of each month in the winter, from 1pm to 5 pm, and the first Monday of each month in the summer, from 7pm to 10pm.