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October Newsletter Now Available to Download
Tuesday 01 October 2019
The October edition of the Newsletter is now available for Club Members to download.
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Madresfield Driving Test - Results
Friday 27 September 2019
That feeling of Autumn was upon us as 56 competitors set about the Madresfield Driving Test on Sunday 22nd Sept .
The spectators were a little thin on the ground but that didn’t suppress their enthusiasm as one by one the competitors attempted to negotiate the infamous test challenges, such as the ‘Pork Chop’.
Overall, a great day was had by all, the eventual winner David Pryke in his 1936 Morgan engined Riley taking home the coveted Lewes Trophy.
Provisional results can be found through the link below.
results.pdf
Class winners and overall speed championship winner to be decided at Prescott Hill Climb this weekend
Thursday 26 September 2019
The 9th and final round of The Vintage Sports-Car Club Speed Championships will be contested at Prescott Hill Climb this coming weekend 28th September.
Practice commences 0830
Competitive Runs Commence 1300
Competitors have been battling it out across eight previous rounds. All class winners will be decided on the day and with Just 4 points separate Eddie Williams (78pts) and David Furnell (74pts) at the top of the overall championship standings everything is up for grabs.
Significantly this event will mark the end of David’s tenure as Chair of the Speed Sub-Committee Championship after seven and a half years. David has been instrumental in developing the Motorsport UK Speed Championship – the first Speed championship in VSCC history.
POMEROY 2020 - SAVE THE DATE
Tuesday 24 September 2019
Don't panic just yet, we are just letting you know the date for the 2020 Pomeroy Trophy has now been secured at Silverstone - Home to the British Grand Prix.
So please, write a note in your diary or stick a pin on your wall planner, we will send out further information when we open for entries.
Madresfield Driving Test and Concours - This Weekend
Friday 20 September 2019
On Sunday 22nd Sept the Vintage Sports-Car Club return to Madresfield for the Madresfield Driving Test and Concours.
If you have not experienced Madresfield before you will be in for a real treat.
With over 50 Cars entered, the oldest being a 1905 V twin Riley and the youngest a 1938 Riley Sprite.
The usual selection of not too taxing tests await the competitors and for those spectators attending in a pre-war car the chance to enter in the Bob Watt Concours and watch the competitors pit themselves against the watch.
The WI will be running the field kitchen for those who do not bring a picnic.
Madresfield entrance is along Gloucester Drive from the B4424 for further details click the 'map link' below. Please do not try to access via Madresfield House.
The tests start at 10:45.
Why not come along and experience Madresfield at its best, we hope to see you on Sunday.
map link
2019 Formula Vintage Series – Final Placings
Monday 16 September 2019
It has been a thrilling Formula Vintage season which has seen many highlights including the first Le Mans start in the UK for more than fifty years at Silverstone and the VSCC’s first visit to the iconic race circuit, Brands Hatch. Sadly, all good things must come to an end, however, and after five meetings we can now announce the winners and runners-up of the Motor Sport Trophy and Longstone Trophy 2019.
Patrick Blakeney-Edwards waved the flag for Frazer Nash in the Motor Sport Trophy, taking the honours with 72 points ahead of Alexander Hewitson (Riley) and Edward Williams, who took joint second place with 67. Five points separated them from Christopher Mann in third (62 points) and Mark Gillies and Tony Lees took fourth and fifth with 54 and 47 points respectively.
Riley triumphed in the Longstone Trophy; Alexander Hewitson takes home the silverware in 2019 with 26 points. Justin Maeers, with 21 points, came second in his GN Parker, whilst Riley featured on the scoreboard in both third and fourth positions as Tim Kneller took third (16 points) and David Saxl took fourth (14 points). Joint fifth were Noel Runnels-Moss in his Vauxhall and Tom Waterfield in his Frazer Nash with 10 points apiece.
Loton Park Hill Climb - VSCC Speed Championship
Thursday 12 September 2019
The Vintage Sports-Car Club - Rounds 7 & 8 Speed Championships.
Although early September, the competitors gathering at Loton Park Hill Climb for a full weekend's programme of speed events were greeted with blue sky and perfect track conditions that would test their driving skills to their fullest.
One result to note and perhaps a young driver to look out for in the future was Miss Inge Van Wortel – achieving Fastest Young Driver on day 2. Inge just 20 years old is in her first season with the VSCC and travels from Belgium to the VSCC events with her competing parents.
Links to the weekend results:
Saturday provisional results.pdf
Sunday provisional results.pdf
Image - Dennis Rushton
Snetterton Race Meeting and Sprint - 21st September 2019 - Cancellation
Tuesday 10 September 2019
We regret that despite the recent change in format, there are insufficient competitor entries for Snetterton; at the close of entry there are only 9 entrants for the sprint and 18 for the race meeting. To run the event would generate a poor competitor experience and atmosphere for the spectators, reflecting badly on the Club. Furthermore it would be unfair to our team of marshals and volunteers, who would be required to attend in their normal complement, and the potential financial loss is unacceptable. Competitor support for our Race and Speed events thus far in 2019 has been outstanding, and our members have contributed to a memorable programme. We thank them for that support as we plan for our calendar in 2020.
Ian Standing David Furnell Jenny Lees
Race Sub Committee Speed Sub Committee President
Did you see the VSCC on TV?
Monday 02 September 2019
The long awaited VSCC Formula Vintage Round 1 appearance on ‘Mobil 1 The Grid‘, aired Friday morning August 30th and Saturday afternoon 31st August to a global audience on BT Sport 1 & 3. Sadly, we were unable to pre warn our members to look out for it…
…but don’t worry, we have it covered, below is the YouTube link for you to view at your leisure. Look out for the interviews with President Jenny Lees, along with a few familiar VSCC regular competitors. We hope you enjoy the coverage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ar5na6xNd7o&feature=youtu.be
https://www.facebook.com/VintageSportsCarClub/
September Newsletter Now Available to Download
Monday 02 September 2019
The September edition of the Newsletter is now available for Club Members to download.
Spirited VSCC Members Celebrate 85th Anniversary
Thursday 22 August 2019
Following the cancellation of the official 85th celebrations, that spirit was encapsulated this year by a group of members local to Brands Hatch, who took it upon themselves to organise an ‘alternative’ 85th anniversary and who have dedicated hours of their time and much effort to providing disappointed visiting 85ers, an itinerary of tours and social events in the week leading up to Round 5 Formula Vintage Series at Brands Hatch this Saturday 24th August.
On behalf of the members who have enjoyed the week’s itinerary, and on behalf of the VSCC, our thanks go to - Richard Lance, Ralph Lance, Colin Mackenzie and Toby Galbraith.
Congratulations on a superb achievement and thank you again for being so generous with your time!
Red Letter Day for the VSCC and Brands Hatch
Tuesday 20 August 2019
Image - Brands Hatch 1960 © The Francis Frith Collection
24 August 2019 - will be a red letter day in the story of both Brands Hatch and the Vintage Sports-Car Club as, for the first time in both their histories, they come together to stage a spectacular extravaganza of motoring prowess; never before has a full vintage race meeting or speed event tackled the famed cambers, dips, hills and corners of the Indy circuit in what promises to be a truly unforgettable day of motorsport.
Over the years, Brands Hatch has hosted names such as Stirling Moss, Jim Clark, Barry Sheene, Jack Brabham, Ayrton Senna, Jenson Button, Carl Fogarty and Lewis Hamilton as they each made their respective journeys to the pinnacle of success in their various sports and disciplines. Nigel Mansell claimed his first Grand Prix victory here, one of the twelve Grands Prix that were held here between 1964 and 1986, as well as taking the Formula One World Championship here in 1986.
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Scrutineers Choose Saloon
Friday 09 August 2019
This is one of the most unusual trophies in the VSCC collection both in the design and how it’s awarded. Uniquely, the winner is chosen by the Scrutineers of the VSCC Prescott Speed Hill Climb meeting, who fastidiously check all competing cars. To win this award is a huge achievement, given the extraordinary selection of cars the scrutineers examine, along with the hours of preparation given to each and every car to enable it to compete on this famous hill.
Congratulations Richard.
2019 Award Hat Trick for The Vintage Sports-Car Club!
Thursday 08 August 2019
Now in its ninth year, The Historic Motoring Awards are the most prestigious in the industry, recognising the elite in the international classic automotive world.
The Vintage Sports-Car Club based in Chipping Norton are very excited to announce their nominations onto the shortlist of three categories:
1 - Club of the Year 2019
2 - Race Series of the Year – VSCC Formula Vintage Series
3 - Restoration of the Year – ERA ‘Challenger’
The VSCC entered Duncan Ricketts into the ‘Restoration of the Year’ category for his epic struggle to restore Reg Parnell’s ERA Challenger back to its former glory. This year has seen Duncan race Challenger at several VSCC events with great success, particularly last time out at Cadwell winning The Len Thompson Trophy.
The awards final will be held on 17th October 2019 at the stunning Rosewood Hotel London, this distinguished gala night sees the celebration of a broad selection of categories, selected by the experts at Octane and an international panel of judges. The evening will be hosted by broadcaster and Formula 1 pundit Steve Rider, with awards to celebrate the vital contributions to the classic motoring industry over the last twelve months.
For a full list of nominations click this link - Historic Motoring Awards 2019 Fianlists
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Prescott open-air car museum full?
Wednesday 07 August 2019
The pre-war car park at Prescott 2019 was (for one day at least) the most prestigious open-air car museum in the world. So many marques were represented, special mention should go to the Alvis owners who celebrate their centenary this year who put on a fabulous display in the car park and the parade up the famous hill during the lunch break on Sunday.
Of course, there was a competition running throughout the day as well!
With the weather on their side the masses of spectators were treated to a full day’s competition of 16 classes that made up Round 6 of the VSCC Speed Championship 2019. In addition, Fastest Vintage, Fastest Young Driver and Fastest Time of the Day Prizes were awarded on the terrace outside the Bugatti Owners Clubhouse by VSCC President Jenny Lees.
For provisional results please follow this link https://www.vsccmembers.co.uk/vsccMedia/26608.pdf
August 2019 Newsletter Now Available to Download
Thursday 01 August 2019
The August edition of the Newsletter is now available for Club Members to download.
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PRESCOTT BICYCLE RACES AND PEDAL-CAR GRAND PRIX
Tuesday 30 July 2019
The highlight of the year for so many of the Club’s younger (and older!) Members, Sunday’s activities get underway with the traditional and ever-popular Bicycle Races.
Long-time Club Member, Simon Diffey of Merry Printers has once again kindly sponsored the event – having been introduced to the annual VSCC Boulogne Bicycle Raid with his brother, James over 30 years ago – there will be the usual prizes for this year’s race winners, and sweets and drinks for all participants.
This year there are some changes to help the smooth running of the weekend.
There will be an official practice on Saturday, after the track action has finished, from approximately17.30 till 18.30.
If you would like to take part in this please assemble from 5pm with bicycle, helmet and if U18, a parent in the programme marquee situated on the Orchard side of the bridge to sign-on.
Racing starts at 8.30am.
2019 Speed Championship Points so far..........
Thursday 18 July 2019
The Speed Championship is now over half way through it's successful season, to see the latest scores please click on the links:
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Race Timetable Announced for Cadwell Park
Thursday 18 July 2019
We are delighted to be able to confirm the race schedule for our meeting next weekend at Cadwell Park . . .
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VSCC Library Shuts Down...
Wednesday 17 July 2019
...for one day only!
The VSCC Library at TOPO will for one week only, switch the opening day from Wednesday 31st July to Thursday 1st August.
