http://www.mx5oc.co.ukThe MX-5 Owners Club Events RSS feed, this feed contains all the National and Area events for the Club.60http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1072STOP PRESS> Due to the adverse weather conditions and the bad forcast for Co Down area it is agreed that we should go ahead and meet at Sprucefield where a decision can be taken if we want to proceed. If we do, and the weather is too bad for the BBQ we can plan to have lunch at the cafe at Kilbroney - beside the Camp site.Phone me on Saturday morning if you want furher info. 07876394667Steven 5/9/08 This is our annual run to the Kilbroney Classic Car show. I understand that the actual show has beeen cancelled due to the wet weather which has waterlogged the field. However as we did last year, we still plan to go ahead with our run. We plan to meet up at McDonalds Sprucefield at 10:15 for a 10:30 start. We will travel to Kilbroney for a B B Q lunch at the carpark above Kilbroney Park (Cloughmore stone) and then on for a short afternoon run before returning home. Please bring along your BBQ's (disposable ones are probably best) and whatever you want to cook.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1084 You should have received the details of this in the current edition of Soft Top Hardtop. If we find out any further details we'll forward them on to you. If people are keen to travel up to the Rally together or make a weekend of it let us know and we'll put them in touch with each other. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=953Sunday September 7, 2008.Watch out for more details shortly.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1102http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1126Club Meeting Tuesday, 9th September Please note - Venue for club meeting on 9th September will be the Stowey Arms Main RoadExminsterEX6 8AT There will be a presentation by Puncturesafe (Ultraseal) starting at 8pm.Many of us will be there from 7pm onwards in the restaurant area trying out the food  and drink .    We will take this opportunity to trial this as a new club venue.  For those of you familiar with the "Cat & FIddle" meeting area (long & narrow), the one we have to use at the Stowey Arms is square  - so depending on your feelings and feed back we might consider changing the venue.  But there are a number of things to consider.  So watch this space!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hoping to see as many of you as possble. Any questions please contact us. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1004Social Evening    Wednesday 10 September 2008The Social Evening "North" has been moved to this new venue to accommodate the growing number of attendees, it will be hosted by Kevin & Liz and is already prooving to be a great success.Details for this event are as follows:1.  Meeting any time after 7pm.2.  Venue:  The Windmill, Dunnington.  Follow link to map:       http://tinyurl.com/2vhew33.  Format of the evening:  The Function Room has been reserved for the Club.  The menu is varied and drinks are reasonably priced.  Order when you arrive or later if you wish.  If you just fancy a chat and don't wish to eat, that's fine too.  Usual raffle rules apply JPlease feel free to add your name:a.  to the 'Members Attending List'b.  or on our Yahoo Groupc.  or let Kevin & Liz know direct by email or phoned.  or via your Area Coordinator Yorkshire Ridings "We're having a Laugh!"http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1048Monthly Meeting  The Grove Golf ClubSouth Cornelly, Bridgend, CF33 4RP Tel: 01656 788771  Close to M4 Junct. 37 We have a private room called "Parklands" and they have a nice big, well surfaced car park. Bar meals are available and reasonably priced. To see menu, click on http://www.grovegolf.com/, although there is a special menu board for our members.Old and new members welcomed. Arrive any time after 7pm. and ask for the Parkland room.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=110713 September (Saturday)Classic cars at Scotter village hall, DN21 3SAmeet there 11amFood  at the show or we may go to the pub!  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1112   Hoppers Weekend at Kent and East Sussex Railway 14th September 2008Kent and EastSussexRailwayTenterdenTown Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HEIf you enjoyed last year or want to experience a steam train ride then come and join in the fun. Meet at 9.15am-9.30am at Tenterden station  for breakfast in the station buffet café for  around 9.30am, for bacon and egg butty, then be ready to catch the first train around 10.40am to Bodiam and enjoy the full experience of going back in time to the days of steam, ready for the morris dancers and fun at Bodiam this year to celebrate the 50th Anniversary. Train Prices Tenterden to Bodiam this may be 5% reduced dependant on numbers must be over 20 people and we need to know in advance please. Return journey takes around one hour 45 minutes, Adult Return £ 12.00,  Senior Citizen Return £ 11.00,   Child Return £ 7.00The Kent & East Sussex Railway is the country's finest example of a rural light railway. The line gently wends its way from Tenterden - "The Jewel of The Weald" for ten and a half miles, through the unspoilt countryside of the RotherValley, to terminate in the shadow of the magnificent National Trust castle at Bodiam. Disabled Facilities - All our facilities have been carefully designed with disabled and elderly passengers in mind. There are parking spaces for the disabled next to the platforms at TenterdenTown and Northiam Stations and toilets for the disabled at Tenterden, Northiam and Bodiam. See location on Google maps.     Map reference: TQ 882334Tenterden is situated on the A28 between Hastings and Ashford. Exit the M20 at Ashford j8. Northiam is on the A28.For Tenterden Station turn into Station Road at the Vine PH in Tenterden High Street (A28)  Parking : Tenterden and Northiam are situated on the A28 between Ashford and Hastings and both stations have spacious car parks which are free all day for passengers If you wish to join the event, please contact either of the below numbers please, we will try to get a reduction but this will be dependant on numbers, please watch the website and forum for updates. Tania will be contactable by email only upto the 28th August but Sarah is available either by phone or email.Contact: Tania Flavin (Tania_flavin@hotmail.com) Tel: 07919034898  or  Sarah Jarrett ( South East Area Coordinator)(sarahmx5@yahoo.co.uk) Tel: 07973679636.LIST OF ATTENDEES so farTania Flavin and DerekSarah Jarrett and Martyn TerryTony and Marianne BanwellNick and Jane ButlerTerry & JoyPaul  (Stagman43)Paul and Jenny CleaverChris and Heather WarrenLouise and Tony (Speedlaney)Ed ChubbTeresa ThorpeJohn and Alice MillsJohn and Betty TurnerPat and Tony Canelle http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1123Our next Run is on Sunday 14th September, 2008 to the Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey. For full details click here. If you plan to come along please e-mail me at eric.terry@virgin.net so that I can send you the route details when they are finalised.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1127This months drive is being organised by Helen and Chris, and will start from Hedge End Sainsbury's, near the petrol station. There's an earlier start as the nights are drawing in, so please be ready to leave at 7:00pm. I'll be there from around 6:30. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=98620/09/08Kiss Me Quick. NOTE DATE CHANGEScotch Corner Services A1..... DL10.6PQ09:30:00Jim & JenA Night In Blackpool. Illuminations Viewed By Tram.   More Details. Click Here        www.tyneteesmx5.org  Contact Us. Click Here   www.tyneteesmx5.web.st/emailcord.php  Map.  Click Herewww.maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&ll=54.444255,-1.668313&spn=0.009046,0.019226&z=16&msid=104493161813201892146.00045374ec9ab3f84c5a0Satellite View. Click Herewww.maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=104493161813201892146.00045374ec9ab3f84c5a0&t=h&z=17 TYNETEES .     MILES OF SMILEShttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1092  Sunday 21st September 2008MX-5 Owners Club Day Trip to Ypres What to see and ExploreCome through the Eurotunnel with us on a day trip to historic Ypres. The town has a beautiful central square with the Medieval Cloth Hall at one side which houses the “In FlandersFieldsMuseum”. At the other side is the massive Menin Gate which contains the names of all the allied soldiers who were killed in The Battle for Passchendale, who have no known grave. The square is bordered by cafes and shops so can have a moules et biere before buying a box of chocolates to munch on our afternoon run or take back to our loved ones After lunch we will make a tour of the surrounding countryside through areas which were the scenes of some of the major battles of the 1st World War and pay  visit to the enormous TyneCotCemetery before making our way back to the tunnel and train back to Blighty. The ArrangmentsWe will meet at the services at Juntion 8 of the M20 from 7am onwards to depart at 7.15am for the approx 30 minutes roll down the motorway to the tunnel for check in (this must be done before 8.20am) for the 8.50 am train.Arrival at Calais at 10.25am local time (one hour ahead)Calais to Ypres is about an hour run through some lovely countryside ( hopefully tops down on a beautiful day). We will stay in Ypres for a couple of hours for exploring and lunch before setting off on the afternoon run for a couple of hours before heading back to Calais.Train depart from Calais 5.50pm train home and arriving back at 5.30pm (UK time) (arriving 20 minutes before we set off, nothing like a fast train….!)What you need to takePlease note that a recent regulation for cars driving on the continent, need to have a high Vis waist coat and also spare bulbs, red triangle etc, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE LEGAL and check your insurance even for a day trip, don't want any tears thanks. CostThe Eurotunnel fare is £59 per return car and is better booked directly through their website sooner rather than later, please book you own travel (you have to declare car is not LPG/CNG etc. http://www.eurotunnel1.com/direct/booking/journey.asp?lang=enWhat to do Next If you would like to join in with this trip, please can you firstly book your own travel arrangements on the above link and confirm via email to either Paul Milton on paul_milton@btinternet.com Tel: 01622 850642Sarah Jarrett on sarahmx5@yahoo.co.uk or Tel: 07973679636Thanks Sarah Jarrett and Paul Milton  People attending alreadyPaul Milton                                       (South East)John And Alice Mills                        (South East)Martin Chambers and Sue Beattie   (South East)Diane and Adelino Ferros               ( South East)Sarah Jarrett and Martyn Terry      (South East)         Reg: GF55 FNZJen & Reg Parrott                            (Hertford, Herts) Ken Ward                                        (North Thames)    Reg: H479 JLDAdam Ward                                     (North Thames)Eric Terry & Wife                            (North Thames)MX-Drew & Dee Steve and Helen Jessup                ( South East)        Reg: P341 NLNIan Stewart                                     (South East)  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1094 There are around 45 MX-5s entered for the show.  Because of this, it is not possible for us to meet beforehand and travel in together so everyone needs to make their own travel arrangements on the day.  Entrants will need to be at the show ground by around 9.00am.  It's a very large show and there will be long  queues for the exhibiting vehicles.  It is therefore recommended that you are there as early as possible. (There is a charity run on the day before the show.  It’s approximately 130 miles long and there is an entry fee of £25.00 per car.  For this you get a Rally plate, a Tour map, a mug and afternoon tea in Tredegar House.)  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1119  LADIES DAY AT PLUMPTON RACES        21ST SEPTEMBER 2008IF YOU ARE NOT COMING ON THE DAY TRIP TO YPRES THEN PERHAPS YOU WOULD LIKE TO GO TO LADIES DAY AT PLUMPTON.And now for something completely different… a chance for the ladies to show off as well as the cars. Plumpton Races Ladies Day, whether you like a flutter or simply come to watch the spectacle. The Event MX-5 Plumpton Races Ladies Day – 21st September 2008 Come for a fun day out atEvery year Plumpton Races (nr Lewes, East Sussex) holds a Ladies Day, where ladies are encouraged to dress up in their finest. Ladies who dress up and wear a hat get in free; everyone else pays £10.00 each.There is a competition for the best dressed lady (nothing for the cars).Other than ladies who want to be part of the event, there is no enforced dress code. This is quite an informal race track and not as grand as Ascot or Newmarket. Here is Jo (on right) and friends in 2007:  We will all park together on grass near the track where we can watch the races and picnic. Meeting UpAs people can come from such a wide area to get to Plumpton, there is no organised drive. So you are free to make your own way there or team up with local friends for a run through the lovely Sussex lanes. To enable us all to park together we will meet at a pub in Plumpton and then drive together into the track. For a larger number there is a possibility that we can have a roped off area to ourselves and everyone can make their own way to the course.So please let us know if you would like to join us so that we can make the appropriate arrangements. We’ll let you know the arrangements nearer the time.  We aim the meet up at 12:30. What to Do on the DayThe first race is at 2 p.m.Following the picnic you can pay a small fee to cross the track to the Grand Stand area were you can stand and watch the races, watch the horses in the  parade ring or just simply people-watch.To cross the track, ladies may want to wear flat-heeled shoes as it would be difficult in stilettos  See http://www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk/ for details. Address Plumpton RacecoursePlumpton, East SussexBN7 3AL PLEASE CONTACT KEITH AND JO ON THIS ONE AS MARTYN AND SARAH WILL BE ON THE DAY TRIP TO YPRES.We look forward to hearing from you. Keith & Jo VisserKeith.visser@btinternet.com 01342 32875107976 297 437http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1060            The South Wales Area of the MG Club are holding their Beacons Charity Run on the same day as our September run.  As September is quite a busy month with the National Rally and the Tredegar Park Show, it was decided that we would shelve our run this month and those wishing to support the MG Run could do so.  The cost is £16.50 per car (which does not include lunch).  Application forms for this run were attached to August's email. Richard and Angela will then organize the October run.  Volunteers are still needed for November and if anyone would like to step into the breach then please let Glenis, Richard or Steve know on SWA@mx5oc.co.ukhttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=901Regular Pub meet at The Duke of Normandy on A323 in the village of Normandy (GU3 2AU) 8.30pm onwards food available, be seeing you!!http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1133FOR MEMBERS IN THE NORTH KENT AREA AND FOR ALL OF YOU WHO WISH TO JOIN IN A PUB MEET AT  12.30PM FOR DRINK AND LUNCH AND A WALK.SEE WEB LINK http://www.shpherd-neame.co.uk/pubs/pubs.php/groveferryinn_canterburyThe Grove Ferry Inn,Grove Ferry Road, Upstreet, Canterbury, Kent CT3 4BPTelephone 01227 860302 SEE YOU THERECheersSarah  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1006Social Evening    Wednesday 9 April 2008The monthly social returns to the West Riding with Mick & Amanda.Details for this event are as follows:1.  Meeting any time after 7pm.2.  Venue:  The Lawnswood Arms, Adel.  Follow link to map:             http://tinyurl.com/3c2vce3.  Format of the evening:  Area 2 will be reserved for the Club.  The menu is varied and has a "Two for £10 Main Meal Deal" and drinks are reasonably priced.  Order when you arrive or later if you wish.  If you just fancy a chat and don't wish to eat, that's fine too.  Usual raffle rules rules apply JPlease feel free to add your name:a.  to the 'Members Attending List'b.  or on our Yahoo Groupc.  or let Mick & Amanda know direct by email or phone Yorkshire Ridings "We're having a Laugh!"http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1049Monthly Meeting  The Grove Golf ClubSouth Cornelly, Bridgend, CF33 4RP Tel: 01656 788771  Close to M4 Junct. 37 We have a private room called "Parklands" and they have a nice big, well surfaced car park. Bar meals are available and reasonably priced. To see menu, click on http://www.grovegolf.com/, although there is a special menu board for our members.Old and new members welcomed. Arrive any time after 7pm. and ask for the Parkland room.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1132Monthly Pub meet for the Sussex Members AND for all of you who wish to join in at The Mark Cross Inn, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3NP  at 12.30pmhttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1135    LAST OF THE SUMMER RUNSMYSTERY DRIVEON SUNDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2008  Yes it is that time of year again, and the route has been planned - join us if you can for a drive of approx 50 miles leaving the Duke of Normandy pub at about 10.30am.  The pub we have discovered this year is a free house and specialises in “Home cooked food” and it really is - homemade!!  Prices start at £7.50 for a baguette with chips, Sunday roast £9.75 plus a whole host of specials on the blackboard.  Don’t forget to leave room for those homemade desserts! We have provisionally booked a table for 20 people but they could accommodate a larger group.  So please let us know as soon as possible whether you can join us so that we can finalise numbers. Parking is restricted in the village, we will have to park in the large pay and display around the corner from the pub.  Please bring some change the charges are £1.80 for one to two hours and £3 for three to four hours. Hope you can join us. Barbara & Jon Millington http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=98719/10/08Well Bowl Me Over. Fancy Seeing You Here.Teesside Retail Park. TS17.7BU14:00:00Jim & JenA Trip To Hollywood Bowl. Map..Click Here http://www.maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&ll=54.560069,-1.272182&spn=0.035187,0.079823&z=14&om=0&msid=104493161813201892146.0004457094a64ad5f2cdcSatellite View..Click Herehttp://www.i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc221/vandorgan/HollywoodBowl.jpgMore Details. Click Here        www.tyneteesmx5.org  Contact Us. Click Here   www.tyneteesmx5.web.st/emailcord.php   TYNETEES .     MILES OF SMILEShttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1121  Sun Oct 19th Last of the Summer RunsForever the mystery drive and lunch !! Now, almost ledgenery, we look forward to this  annual event . Always a Mystery.  Always good driving, fun, and food.If you have been to nothing ALL year what is stopping you! To register your interest, and more info, and to book place for lunch. contact Jon & Barbara   http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1099Richard and Angela will be organising this run.  More details to follow nearer the date.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1131Spooktacular Halloween evening at Tulleys Farm.  Here is the link: - http://www.tulleysfarm.com/s3_halloween_0_home.htmlFancy dress with a Halloween theme will be entirely optional, but if you feel so inclined....... I am sure you won't feel out of place when you get there. Most people dress up and get into the spirit of things including dressing the cars up.Cost will probably be about £12 per person entrance fee, pay on the night.Probably meet late afternoon at The Mark Cross Inn, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3NP  and then drive to Tulley's Farm for 5pm.Date still to be confirmed as the venue has not been posted with dates on their website but pencil in the 1st November as the most likely date.More Details will follow................. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=903Regular Pub meet at The Duke of Normandy on A323 in the village of Normandy (GU3 2AU) 8.30pm onwards food available, be seeing you!!http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=98808/11/08HALLOWFIREWORKS. Please Bring A Firework With You.Car Batteries And Shoulder Launched Missiles Accepted00:00:00Jim & JenA Short Run, Then Back To J&Js For A Firework Extravaganza. More Details. Click Here        www.tyneteesmx5.org  Contact Us. Click Here   www.tyneteesmx5.web.st/emailcord.php   TYNETEES .     MILES OF SMILEShttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1130  Sunday 9th November 2008 MX-5s Brands HatchWatch MX-5s racing in the final rounds of this years Ma5da Racing Championships.There will be an opportunity to do a parade lap of the circuit in exchange for a small donation to the marshals’ fund (See page 28 of August Softtop Hardtop).  I hope we will also have our own parking area near the track.  More information on this will be on the Softtop Hardtop Forum in October. For those who want to arrive in convoy, meet at 9.15 for 9.30am (time to be confirmed) at The Moat, Wrotham, on A20 just to the north (or London/Brands Hatch side) off M20/M26 junction. Bring a picnic or use onsite catering. Sandra & Andy Reeves  sandrareeves@kent2.co.uk(eve/weekend) 01959 523756 (On event day only and at no other time 07785 735307)See page 28 of August STHT (hit our door mat yesterday) about parade lap on 9th November. Unfortunately I can't take the credit for arranging this - that is down to those hard working people at STHT and the nice people at Ma5da Racing. So as it says on page 28 - watch STHT Forum in October for more info on this. For those who want to arrive in convoy, I will confirm what time we will meet at The Moat (on A20 just off M20/M26 junction) nearer the time when I know what time the first race starts. I suspect we will be meeting 9am'ish. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=998Social Evening    Wednesday 12 November 2008The monthly social returns to the East Riding with Mike & Janine.Details for this event are as follows:1.  Meeting any time after 7pm.2.  Venue:  The Percy Arms, Airmyn.  Follow link to map:       http://tinyurl.com/395qo33.  Format of the evening:  Tables will be reserved for the Club.  The menu is varied and drinks are reasonably priced.  Order when you arrive or later if you wish.  If you just fancy a chat and don't wish to eat, that's fine too.  Usual raffle rules apply JPlease feel free to add your name:a.  to the 'Members Attending List'b.  or on our Yahoo Groupc.  or let Mike & Janine know direct by email or phoned.  or via your Area CoordinatorYorkshire Ridings "We're having a Laugh!"http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1050Monthly Meeting  The Grove Golf ClubSouth Cornelly, Bridgend, CF33 4RP Tel: 01656 788771  Close to M4 Junct. 37 We have a private room called "Parklands" and they have a nice big, well surfaced car park. Bar meals are available and reasonably priced. To see menu, click on http://www.grovegolf.com/, although there is a special menu board for our members.Old and new members welcomed. Arrive any time after 7pm. and ask for the Parkland room.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1114Held At:- Durham Dales Centre Stanhope Bishop Auckland DL13 2FJ 1-00 till 3-00pm Please Bring Your Ideas And Drives For The New Year. MEMBERS ONLYMAP..CLICK HERE:-www.maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&ll=54.749025,-2.007322&spn=0.011939,0.026436&z=15&msid=104493161813201892146.000452dbb5a58140efda0_________________SATELLITE VIEW:- CLICK HERE:-www.maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=104493161813201892146.000452dbb5a58140efda0&ll=54.748396,-2.00765&spn=0.001108,0.002382&t=h&z=19http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1134PUB MEET MEMBERS IN MID KENT AREA AND ALL OF YOU WHO WISH TO JOIN IN  AT 12.30PM FOR DRINK AND BAR SNACK LUNCH  IF YOU WISH AND THEN MAYBE A LOOK ROUND NOTCUTTS GARDEN CENTRE FOR ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS Henry's TableBearsted Rd,Weavering,Maidstone.Kent.ME14 5LH.  [ Click here for a map ] Telephone Number(s) :01622 734211  SEE YOU THERESARAH  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1100Volunteers needed for this run please.  Contact Glenis (as below) or Richard Jones or Steve Durnell on the same email address.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=904Regular Pub meet at The Duke of Normandy on A323 in the village of Normandy (GU3 2AU) 8.30pm onwards food available, be seeing you!!http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1103This year's South West Area Christmas Party will take place on Saturday night 6th December over to Sunday 7th December at the Barnstaple Hotel  with hopefully drives to the nearby beaches for a quick bit of surfing!!!!!!This is our chance to get dressed up - DJs and "posh frocks" the order of the night (not for surfing).Costs as follows:   3 course carvery meal & disco with a large choice for each course and veggie option and coffee £28. Rooms £75 (double/twin) incl breakfast.  £55 single (incl breakfast).This has been provisionally booked, for 10 double rooms and 1 single, but we also have 2 couples joining us for the meal and disco - there may still be a chance to join us if you are really quick.   Please either phone us or email.  We will let those who put their names down know the deposit required when we find out.  http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1122   Sat Dec 6th South Central Christmas MealDiary date!  Venue and more details to be confirmed later.Contact Alan & Helen http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1125(Date and venue subject to final confirmation) Mike and Michelle have offered to do this run. Subject to final confirmation, the Christmas lunch will be at St Mary's Hotel, Pencoed.  Further details to follow soon.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1051Monthly Meeting  The Grove Golf ClubSouth Cornelly, Bridgend, CF33 4RP Tel: 01656 788771  Close to M4 Junct. 37 We have a private room called "Parklands" and they have a nice big, well surfaced car park. Bar meals are available and reasonably priced. To see menu, click on http://www.grovegolf.com/, although there is a special menu board for our members.Old and new members welcomed. Arrive any time after 7pm. and ask for the Parkland room.http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1097CHRISTMAS PARTY.This Will Be Held At The:- Holiday Inn. Seaton Burn. NE13.6BP Contact Us If You Are Interested. Prices Not Yet Known. http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1120North ThamesAnnual Christmas Get Together  Saturday 13th December 2008This year, we have decided to do something a little different for Christmas, and for the first time, we are having a dinner rather than a lunch.The venue is the Holiday Inn Brentwood, located at the junction of the M25/A12 commencing at 6.30The cost per head is £25.00 of which £10.00 is non refundable in the event of cancellation.Full details are available on the North Thames web site at http://homepage.ntlworld.com/andrew.f5/MX5NT/newsletter/NT_Christmas_Mailer_v1.pdfhttp://www.mx5oc.co.uk/events/viewevent.aspx?id=1129   South East Christmas Lunch at The Moat(There will be a raffle – donations of prizes much appreciated)Sunday 21st December 200812.15pm for 12.30pm The Moat Public House, Hall & Woodhouse InnsLondon Road, Wrotham, Nr SevenoaksTN15 7RRThis is on the A20 just north (London side) of the M20/M26 JunctionBOOK NOW Please write your names by your menu choices and return with your deposit (£5 per person this is non-refundable*)no later than Saturday 21st September, after this date I cannot guarantee a place for you.  The balance (£10.95 per person)must be with me by Sat 22nd November as The Moat require full payment in advance and I have to get this to them asap, to secure our place.  It would be helpful and time saving if you sent me both cheques now, the deposit cheque with current date and the balance cheque post dated to the 22nd November.     Please make cheques payable toWoodhouse Inns Ltd  and write your cheque card number & expiry date, and reference MX5 on the back of the cheques. Send to:Sarah Jarrett  South East Area Coordinator MX-5 Owners Club59 The Street, Adisham, Canterbury,Kent CT3 3JN  Tel: 07973 679636 *Please note the non-refundable deposit is a requirement of The Moat     Christmas Celebration Menu £15.95STARTERSHONEY ROASTED PARSNIP SOUP Classic homemade soup, crusty roll & unsalted butter. GARLIC MUSHROOMS BRUSCHETTAGrilled flat mushrooms, on toasted focaccia topped with a creamy garlic and parsley sauce. PRAWN & PEPPER COCKTAILRed & yellow peppers, peeled prawns and spring onion topped with cocktail sauce served with fresh lemon, brown bread & unsalted dairy butter. DUCK & ORANGE PATEWith our sweet onion chutney & grilled toast.  MAIN COURSESROAST TURKEYRoast potatoes, bacon wrapped chipolata, herb stuffing & seasonal vegetables. SLOW ROAST LAMBShoulder of lamb, slow cooked with red wine & herbs served with roast potatoes & seasonal vegetables. GRILLED l0oz RUMP STEAKServed with thick cut chips, watercress and grilled plum tomato. BAKED GOAT'S CHEESE TARTCaramelised red onion, grilled tomatoes, spinach, roasted red pepper and goat's cheese tart. BAKED SALMON FILLEPesto mash, creamed leeks, peas & white wine sauce.  PUDDINGSTRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS PUDDING With rich brandy sauce. CHUNKY FRESH FRUIT SALAD Clotted cream ice cream. DOUBLE CHOCOLATE TORTEChocolate sponge base topped with chocolate mousse and whipped cream. CHEESE & BISCUITSStilton, Mature Cheddar & West Country goat's cheese, chutney & biscuits. TO FINISH COFFEE & MINCE PIES**************************************************************Names ………………………………………………………………………………… Day time Tel:………………………….. Eve/Weekend Tel:……………………….. Deposit £………(£5 per person).     Balance: £…………   (£10.95 per person)