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Dear fellow members As this is the time of year when people start looking at their holidays for the next year, the committee are letting you in on one of our plans for 2016 a bit early - earlier than we'd like, but we think it's wise to tell you now. The WSCC have secured a club stand at the Silverstone Classic 2016, which runs from 29-31st July (Friday-Sunday). The bumph from the website is here - please read: Silverstone Classic This is an absolutely huge event, with over 10,000 cars and 100,000 people attending over the three days in 2015. Lots of classic racing and racing cars: "The World’s Biggest Classic Motor Racing Festival features the cream of historic racing action from Formula One, Sports Cars, GT and Touring Car grids. With over 20 races and demonstrations, and over 1000 race entries, this is more racing action than you will see anywhere else in the world in one weekend! Friday sees a full day of qualifying from every grid, whilst Saturday and Sunday will host around 10 races each day. The full motor racing lineup will be revealed with 3 further girds announced over the coming months but already confirmed for 2016 is the addition of a major Can-Am race to mark 50 years since the series started in 1966." Live music: "As well as all the racing action the Silverstone Classic is equally about the rocking. The concerts on the Friday and Saturday evenings of the event provide a great live music experience that all the family can enjoy. The full line-up for 2016 will be announced in due course but previous acts have included Status Quo, Paul Young, Bonnie Tyler, Canned Heat, The Hollies, Stars From The Commitments, Adam Ant, Mike and the Mechanics, Suzi Quattro, 10CC, Wishbone Ash, The Yardbirds, Dr Feelgood, Santana and Pussycat Dolls, plus plenty of tribute bands to some of rock’s greatest bands." Aerial displays: "Silverstone Race Circuit is based on a WW2 airfield, so it’s only fitting that the Silverstone Classic features some great air displays over the weekend. Previous years have featured classic aerial displays from Spitfires and Mustangs, daredevil manoeuvres from the Breitling Wingwalkers, breath-taking shows from the Wildcat Aerobatics Formation Display Team; spectacular displays from The Parachute Regiment Freefall Team – The Red Devils; and some fabulous hot air balloon displays at dawn and dusk, including a stunning night glow during the evening concerts. In 2015 we even included a twilight pyrotechnics display from Twister Aerobatics to kick off the evening concert from Status Quo." Shopping village: "If you’re in need of a break from the all-action racing on the famous Silverstone circuit then look no further than the Shopping Village for a spot of retail therapy. With over 150 exhibitors attending there’s something for all the family including: Motoring Memorabilia Vintage Clothing & Accessories Toys & Models Motoring Books & Literature Restoration Services Art & Photography Cars & Car Parts Antiques & Autojumble" In fact, there's so much happening you should just read it yourself here So please leave these dates in your diaries for next year! BUT PLEASE DON'T BUY ADVANCE EARLY BIRD TICKETS YET! - the club will be providing members with a special members only code that will get you a substantial reduction on entry fees for one, two or all three days of the event for two people and includes an infield parking pass so you can come on to the club stand - that's very important, see below. An announcement will be made online in the Members Only Area in the next few weeks with the code to use when booking. One more reason why you should come (and why you need to wait until we tell you to book) - a BIG reason. We have been working behind the scenes with the organisers of the show and on either the Saturday lunchtime or evening (TBC), all the WSCC members parked on the club stand will be given the privilege of doing an exclusive parade lap around the full Silverstone GP circuit in their Westfield (maybe two laps). This is something we're very excited about indeed, and we want to get as many Westfields on the parade lap as possible, and with as many models as possible, especially pre-lits and Elevens, and in as many flavours as possible. This is going to be a once in a blue moon opportunity for us all, and will be an extremely memorable event. So please keep these dates free in your diaries, we'll keep you informed as soon as we get more info so you can make plans and be there. It's going to be a great one! *This event is in addition to the National Kit Car Show at Stoneleigh in May - we're doing both.

Nice idea! I think that should hold them fast without any problems. Passed mot today and manage to get out with the roof up for an hour. My first proper drive in my first westy. Surprising how effective the mud flaps work as well.

Don't worry Paul, Julie's testosterone free driving style will not endanger any velcro attachments…. Now off to join Trev in hiding!!!!

As a country boy, I cant stand the city of London, never have done..... But now I have another reason. I had to drive there last month for a hospital appointment. After driving into Merton on rush hour we parked up at the station, then whilst picking of way through the broken glass and needles along the path from the carpark to the underground both my partner and I roll and lit cigarettes.. sooner than we thought the pathway came out on the street right next to the tube station. So (and yes you know what's coming next) we both dropped our cigarettes into a dirty urine and butt invested corner as we walked. The next thing we know we are confronted by an 'environmental officer' on CCTV and given an £80 fine EACH ..... all within 10mins of arriving in the capitol city!!!... I can honestly say I never even thought about it, I never thought for one min that less than a cubic centre of paper (bear in mind it was a hand rolled cigarette with no filter) could or would be considered as littering. Its certainly not something that applies or is advertised here in Cornwall. Within 24 hours my partner had her fixed penalty notice come through, she contested it but was told it still applied. That was two weeks ago! Today, I get a very threatening letter, not recoreded delivery, no contact email or phone details, with an incorrect postage address for me on it. BUT its not a Fixed Penalty Notice, but a 1st reminder for not paying the FP which I haven't received!!!, I am told I do not have the right to contest or have it review but I have infact 48hrs to pay it!!! Whilst, I can accept that something has to be done about the litter, is this really the way to treat tourists to the city? I even accept I was in the wrong, even though I was totally unaware. But sure a slap on the wrists or a sensible amount of fine would be more appropriate ... livid, is not the word!! ( and yes, I know I have to quit)

All mot'd and taxed. Just a short 20 mile cruise today with a mate. Sooo excited, think I'm well and truly hooked. So many mini projects ahead. The most urgent one being cutting the bonnet for the air filter/s. Eeeek!

As a confirmed anti smoker, this is one of my pet hates, why do smokers think that dimps are not litter? How would you feel if all the smoking tourists that visit Cornwall dumped their dimps wherever they felt like?

Thank you to all the replies everybody what a nice community I'll certainly be taking you up on that offer Julie Seems I'm about to go buy a lot of clothes, towels and aviation goggles

'doors' and 'sorn' does the swear filter not work on this forum, go and wash your mouth out. You two are now soohh uninvited on my next run out

Without going into the details of your case I am glad that dropping litter is being punished. It seems to be getting worse round here. Most road verges are terrible not to mention people I see eating fast food in their car and just throwing it out of the window

will keep you in mind if its on , think its time we done it , after all its the ultimate road trip in Scotland.

it may seem harsh and relative to the amount of litter you dropped I agree that it is high but.... As a penalty it's making you and I'm sure many others who have also been fined think twice about dropping litter in the future which will only help to clean up the dirty streets.

Hi Pete, Yes we would be interested, like others depending on date, don't mind where. Bob & Barbara

Sounds good. Just one thing to caution. I had infield parking this year with another club but when I booked I overlooked that to take up the parking you needed to be on site by 10:00. Just something to be wary of if thinking of coming for the day and travelling from a far.

I use a Pentax K5 but it's big and heavy. But boy oh boy are you going to have a fantastic time, we did this trip a couple of years ago. Machu Pichu You should try and get to Iguasu Falls. This is from a Helicopter, but you can get wet as well, we did the walkways and boat ride and got really wet. Beunos Aries has some nice parks and monuments. But for me Patagonia was the highlight. El Chalten and El Calafate. And you must go on the Glaciers. In El Chalten we met this guy on a bit of a road trip.