The Fourth “Gathering” – 21 August 2014

Written by  on September 9, 2014 

Following on from the 3 previous” Gatherings” we were expecting a downturn in attendance as the weather forecast ranged from heavy rain to showers depending upon when you checked it. So, we braced ourselves for a much smaller event, but it turned out to be better than we expected. The weather remained dry, although we were constantly covered with dark clouds that looked like they may drop some rain on us, but it never happened and so it remained dry.

After the usual slow start, they exhibitors and supporters started to arrive, with a steady stream from about 6:00pm to 7:30 pm. We reckon that we had around 120 vehicles turn up in total. Of these, there were around 20 classic bikes, 20 other bikes and scooters, around 40 classic cars and over 40 visiting cars, and our favourite Routemaster bus!   Vehicles of note this time included a beautiful Model A Ford, a Bull nose Morris, 2 Lotuses, a Riley, Ford Escorts, an original Mini and a UK assembled classic Citroen – amongst others. On the motorcycles we had a BSA C12, BMW R27 (single), 2 Moto Guzzis, a Royal Enfield 250 and others.

However, there was one “star” of the show which was a 1942 Jeep that Colin Easson Motors had restored and rebuilt for the upcoming Channel 5 programme “Locked & loaded” – which is due to be screened in October. The film crew were in attendance at the “Gathering” and recorded Roly Easson and the owner, Chris Hamilton, talking about the car and the project, and then negotiating with a dealer the sale of the finished Jeep.   A raffle was held in aid of Air Ambulance, and our thanks again go to Loreen for again persuading people to part with their cash and buy tickets, and to all organisers and supporters for their help and contributions, whether it was behind the bar, proving hot food, cakes or teas – Thank You. Chris Hamilton from Barnsdale won the bottle of Scotch, and Paul Jenkins a bottle of wine.

Anyone wishing to volunteer their time to be a Marshal/helper should contact Martin on 813717. The final “Gathering” for this year will be on September 18th.  A special “Thank you” also to everyone who has supported the event – especially as the weather looked to be against us. We appreciate you venturing out with your “pride and joys” and we hope to see you next month (the last “Gathering” of 2014) – and try and bring a friend!!

 

 

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