ShropMog arrive at the Bassano Rally checkpoint and refreshment stop and spot the beer bottle. Not competing in the rally, we were directed to park at the side of the square, next to the No Parking Tow-Away sign!! |
The police turn up but the officer is only interested in getting a coffee. |
It looks like ShropMog have finished drinking the beer!! |
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The National Trust made us very welcome at Attingham Park near Shrewsbury. We had a superb introductory talk from "The Second Lord Berwick", dressed in full period costume. An excellent day out to this superb Georgian mansion house in the Shropshire countryside. |
Morgan reserved parking at the Museum |
The ShropMog 4/4 on display |
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Jaguar Club also present |
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Not the best start for ShropMog |
The 4/4 is returned to base with a broken fuel pump. |
Scenic run via Devil's Bridge |
Devil's Bridge |
Devil's Bridge |
Gala dinner |
The ShropMog 4/4 on display |
A lovely view of the timber-framed hall |
Lord Unstone wins Class 2. Not trusting the photographers in the room, takes his own picture!! |
Tim Harrison Class 10 |
Greg Dixon-Smith is the Overall Championship Winner |
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Tim Harrison is in charge of issuing fines for misbehaviour during the season. All proceeds were in aid of the Air Ambulance. |
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Is that Al Murray hosting the tour? "All hail to the ale" |
Even on a brewery tour, Kevin manages to get the spanners out! |
Staffordshire Centre wait in line for their carvery... |
... while ShropMog prop up the bar ! |
An excellent turn-out of well-wishers with many Morgans and other classic cars. |
Nipple greasing !! |
Keith and Malcolm set off into the evening. |
How many mechanics does it take to change a Morgan sidelight bulb ? |
Award DinnersAs we get towards the end of 2009, it's time for the annual dinner and awards events. |
At the SpeedMog Drivers' Dinner, Clive seems to have turned it into a wine tasting event. |
Winners celebrate at the SpeedMog Drivers' Dinner. |
What a sight! How many MSCC Membership Secretaries can you get at the Staffordshire Centre Annual Dinner! |
Cars lined up in front of the lake. |
There was a lot of interest from the public in this, the Centenary year. |
Lovely gardens. Plenty to see and do with a variety of gardens, countryside, shopping and eating - well, it was the MSCC Staffordshire Centre! |
Jayne and Simon turned up on a vintage tandem. Unfortunately it had to be left chained to the railings as bicycles are not permitted in the garden area. |
Cars parked on the beach. |
Keith and Jeff prepare for this year's Wimbledon. |
Is this a new Morgan bonnet mascot? No it's Jeff back from a swim in the sea. |
Picnic, drink and BBQ on the catering side. Pauline's award winning fruit cake. Games to play as well. |
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Kirtlington Park PoloShropMog join the Porsche club and enjoy a champagne picnic while watching the polo match. |
Churnett Valley Railway 1940's DayA good turnout of 25 Morgans were on display. Many people came in fancy dress from the 1940's. |
The Staffordshire members were spotted without food!
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North Pole Centre WalkBob and Pat organised a Christmas walk to blow the cobwebs (and hangovers) away. The theme was funny hats and we did get a few confused looks from the golfers. |
Staffordshire Centre Christmas PartyEat, drink and be merry. Traditional Christmas lunch, musical entertainment, dancing, party games and paper planes. |
"They're all full of beer and curry!" quote of the weekend from a lady Caravan Club Member. |
ShropMog MeetingSix ShropMoggers gathered for an evening of wine, curry, wine, discussion, wine, wine and wine. This was a planning meeting for the 2001 ShropMog event. |
Then Linda climbed inside one wheel... |
...and Jayne climbed into the other one. |
ShropMog Ladies at Chatsworth |
The 1940's fancy-dress meeting at Chatsworth House was a great success. |
How old is this picture? Kevin spotted with a full head of hair? |