The thinking about this event started about a year ago, the planning in January and the hard graft in May culminating in a beautiful, warm and sunny July day at Twinwood in Clapham, perfect for a day of “chillaxing” and fun in the company of dedicated motor enthusiasts and admirers alike. We were pleased to welcome around 150 roadsters and vehicles of special interest at our first show. Our “vision” to bring together people with differing tastes but who enjoy and appreciate looking at other people’s pride and joy whatever size, shape or style they come in was rewarded with an incredible diversity of vehicles. Many of these motors were photographed by talented photographers Peter and Love –Mai Parker and can be viewed by linking to: http://www.clevercaptures.com

Check out our gallery for our informal pictures which capture the relaxed flavour of the UK Roadster Nationals, the eclectic mix of vehicles and the fantastic backdrop of this World War 2 RAF station and surrounding woodland.

For those who needed a little more than just cars, the museums proved to be a big hit. The buildings contain a vast array of WW2 memorabilia, authentically presented to give the feel of stepping straight back in time. Adults and children alike were engrossed for quite some time and museum volunteers were pleased to report “your car people are very nice and show a genuine interest” Naturally! The story of the mysterious disappearance of Glenn Miller from this very control tower in 1944 held the attention of young and old and added to the atmosphere of this place in the middle of nowhere.

Entertainment in the form of DJ Big Gazza and a visit to the Mess Bar for beer and the food court for lunch was another excuse to relax for a while but Paul Brown soon woke everyone up when he fired up his dragster and demonstrated yet another form of engine power. Children were intrigued by the display of Tot Rods, the junior dragster, junior funny car and pedal cars. We hope to see more of these junior cars next year.

Our aim to provide a relaxed and interesting day for individuals and families alike was largely realised. As first timers we obviously made some mistakes but have learned from them and rectified them in time for the UK Pick- Up and Van Nationals on the 15th August when we will probably make some different ones!.

Meanwhile we’d like to thank everyone who helped us and for the support of all the visitors on the day. We’ve had some great feedback from so many people including
Daniel Beale (www.oldskoolreview.co.uk ) who e- mailed “Just wanted to say what a brilliant day we all had on Sunday. There was a good turn out for cars to say it was your first rod event, and the museum was just fantastic. The kids and I loved the whole thing and are really looking forward to the next show”.

If you have any comments, suggestions or photos you’d like to add to our gallery, we’d love to hear from you. E-mail to info@claphamclassicevents.co.uk

Dave and Lesley Brown

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