news update October 2018 (No.8/18)

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news update October 2018 (No.8/18) There are some items of sad news to impart in this issue.

Marjorie had not been in the best of health for several years, but had always supported Bill in their enjoyment of all the M.G.s that he restored over the years.

Marjorie will be greatly missed by all members of the Society who enjoyed her company on so many EMGS events over the years. Our deepest sympathy goes to Bill and all of the family.

1 news update October 2018 (No.8/18) There are some items of sad news to impart in this issue. Marjorie Grudgings, beloved wife of our Spares Co-ordinator Bill Grudgings, passed away on September 26 th at the age of 87. Marjorie had not been in the best of health for several years, but had always supported Bill in their enjoyment of all the M.G.s that he restored over the years. They even went on their honeymoon in an M.G. J2 that Bill only completed a few days before their marriage. Marjorie will be greatly missed by all members of the Society who enjoyed her company on so many EMGS events over the years. Our deepest sympathy goes to Bill and all of the family. * * * It was with great sadness that the MG Owners Club announced that the highly respected Editor of Enjoying MG, Richard Ladds, lost his long battle with cancer on Tuesday 2nd October. Richard passed away peacefully at home and he will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the M.G. community. In his 22 years as Editor he ably provided the magazine s readership with a well-balanced and informative magazine that is highly regarded in M.G. circles. Richard was an M.G. enthusiast all his driving life and although seriously ill in latter times was able to give his beloved MGB GT a final blast down a private road just a few weeks ago! All the team at Octagon House, Swavesey will so miss his infectious laughter, sharp wit and banter we thoroughly enjoyed. Our sincere sympathy and thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Not every EMGS member will know that our own magazines are assembled and printed by the editorial team at the MG Owners Club headquarters, until recently under the guidance of Richard Ladds. We owe Richard and his team a debt of gratitude for their work on the EMGS magazines and look forward to a continuing relationship with their new editor, Holly Colas.

2 Richard Ladds * * * On a happier note, Keith Herkes was pleased to do the honours by transporting the bride & groom in his M.G. 18/80 Mk II Saloon last month, for Nick Fearnley who is the chief paint sprayer at the MG Owners Club workshops.

2019 Sunday January 6 th 2019 The Early M.G. Society A.G.M. 2019 will be held at The Lambert Arms Hotel, London Road (A40, near M40 Junct. 6), Aston Rowant, Nr.

By popular demand, our guest speaker will be Tom Spats Langham, the raconteur and banjo player provided that there is no conflict with his commitments as a professional

The bed & breakfast tariff for a single room is 130 and for a double room 150, but these figures include 25 per person allowance for dinner on Saturday night.

3 2019 Sunday January 6 th 2019 The Early M.G. Society A.G.M will be held at The Lambert Arms Hotel, London Road (A40, near M40 Junct. 6), Aston Rowant, Nr. Watlington, OX49 5SB. By popular demand, our guest speaker will be Tom Spats Langham, the raconteur and banjo player provided that there is no conflict with his commitments as a professional musician. For those travelling long distances, a special deal has been arranged for an overnight stay including dinner at the hotel on January 5 th. The bed & breakfast tariff for a single room is 130 and for a double room 150, but these figures include 25 per person allowance for dinner on Saturday night. You can book your room now, by ringing the Lambert Arms on and mentioning the Early M.G. Society. Tea and coffee with biscuits will be available prior to the meeting, followed by Sunday lunch and then tea & cakes before departure. Details for selecting and reserving refreshments will be included in your next magazine, due in early December.

coast to coast - Brittany 2019 June 23 rd to July 3 rd 2019 le plan Overnight ferry from Portsmouth on

crossings include a large cabin with en-suite facilities. On arrival at St Malo, drive approx.

the 4-Star Spa Marin du Val-Andre, a Thalasso Resort, with dinner included on two nights and one night

80 miles south to Vannes to enjoy 5 nights Bed & Breakfast at the Le Roof hotel on the edge of the

4 coast to coast - Brittany 2019 June 23 rd to July 3 rd 2019 le plan Overnight ferry from Portsmouth on Sunday June 23 rd to St Malo, returning from St Malo & arriving in Portsmouth on July 3 rd, both crossings include a large cabin with en-suite facilities. On arrival at St Malo, drive approx. 35 miles west along the north coast of Brittany to enjoy 3 nights Bed & Breakfast in Le Val-Andre at the 4-Star Spa Marin du Val-Andre, a Thalasso Resort, with dinner included on two nights and one night free for dinner. Next :- Drive approx. 80 miles south to Vannes to enjoy 5 nights Bed & Breakfast at the Le Roof hotel on the edge of the Gulf of Morbihan, with dinner included for 3 nights and 2 nights free for dinner. Then :- Drive approx. 95 miles north to St Malo to take the night crossing to Portsmouth. Continued:

Spa Marin du Val André Thalasso Resort visit www.

com/en/ Le Roof hotel, Vannes Visit https://en.

com/ Tour price :- 1299 per person for two

Travel Destinations will organise the trip and a

places on this trip and only 3 more places are

5 Spa Marin du Val André Thalasso Resort visit Le Roof hotel, Vannes Visit Tour price : per person for two people sharing ferries and accommodation. Travel Destinations will organise the trip and a non-returnable deposit of 150 per person will be required at time of reservation. N.B discerning couples have already reserved places on this trip and only 3 more places are available. To reserve your place on the trip, in the first instance c.keevill@btinternet.com and then book with Helen on

Pre-war Prescott 2019 Saturday July 20 th The organiser of this event is Ian Grace, who was a member of the Early M.G. Society during the 1990s.

So far we ve had about six cars owners who ve said they ll attend, but no Flat-Rad M.G. 14/28s or 14/40s as yet.

I you wish to display your car, please let me know. You would have to officially enter the event via the entry form which can be found by clicking here : http://prewarprescott.com/?

6 Pre-war Prescott 2019 Saturday July 20 th The organiser of this event is Ian Grace, who was a member of the Early M.G. Society during the 1990s. He has kindly asked the Society if next year, members would like to display their cars in a reserved parking area in the paddock at Prescott. A big entry of Triple M cars is anticipated for So far we ve had about six cars owners who ve said they ll attend, but no Flat-Rad M.G. 14/28s or 14/40s as yet. Obviously, we d like to display each basic EMGS model because this is an opportunity to increase awareness of the Society and perhaps to sign up new members. I you wish to display your car, please let me know. You would have to officially enter the event via the entry form which can be found by clicking here : The entry fee is 50 per car which includes the driver and as many passengers as you care to bring with you. If you are a member of the Bugatti Owners Club or the Vintage Minor Register, then the entry fee is only 35 per car. (You could join the Vintage Minor Register for 20 and get 15 off your entry fee each year.) Your entry fee includes one non-competitive free climb of the hill in your car, a commemorative programme and a 5 raffle ticket for a free flight in a Tiger Moth. For those who stay overnight on Saturday we will organise a scenic Cotswolds tour for the Sunday. Do try to bring your car and join the EMGS display.

autumn event September 2019 Advance notice that the EMGS Autumn Event next year will be in Devon, based at The Deer Park Country House near Honiton. - visit www.deerpark.co.

*There is a possibility there might be an extra day on this event, for those who wish to extend their stay at The Deer Park to four nights.

7 autumn event September 2019 Advance notice that the EMGS Autumn Event next year will be in Devon, based at The Deer Park Country House near Honiton. - visit This will be a mid-week event for three days, September 16 th 17 th & 18 th. Arrivals on Monday 16 th September 2019, departing on Thursday 19 th. *There is a possibility there might be an extra day on this event, for those who wish to extend their stay at The Deer Park to four nights. If the hotel can accommodate us for the extra night, then an extra day s touring programme will be arranged. We await confirmation from the hotel in due course. Chas Howe and Sue will organize this event, based at this exclusive 4-Star hotel near Honiton. Outings will be arranged to local places of interest. Tariffs for dinner, bed & breakfast (double occupancy) are 195 per night in a Garden Double or House Classic Double, or 235 per night (double occupancy) in a House Superior or Master Double. To reserve a room please contact Chas or Sue on i.e. please do not try to reserve direct with the hotel. *N.B. When you contact Chas or Sue, please tell them if you d like to extend your stay for the extra night.

8 Early M.G. For Sale This M.G. 18/80 Mk I Speed Model is available from a dealer. Click on this link for full details :

com/293819252 or, if you want to bore your friends & relatives, you can get a DVD of the video from me, by

9 There s a new 12-minute video of highlights from the 2018 EMGS events, which you can watch on your PC, i-pad or tablet device by clicking here : or, if you want to bore your friends & relatives, you can get a DVD of the video from me, by arrangement, so you can watch it on your TV. * * * Finally - A Blast from the Past Are you in this picture? If so, where was it taken and when? Happy Daze! Drive safely.

news update September 2018 (No.7/18)

news update September 2018 (No.7/18) Our Autumn event took place on September 10 th to the 13 th, based at The Metropole Hotel in Llandrindod Wells, Powys. After a damp start on the first day we were favoured