News
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More stands for bargains at Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble
25th May 2016
Hundreds of autojumblers jostled for the best finds as they packed Beaulieu’s 23rd Spring Autojumble in spite of the weather. As many as 14,735 event-goers visited the show, an unmissable highlight of the classic events calendar in the Beaulieu parkland on May 21st and 22nd. The number of stands was up to 1,236 from 1,176 last year, including 48 club stands.
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Jaguars purr into Beaulieu for the first Simply Jaguar
10th May 2016
Beaulieu’s first ever Simply Jaguar saw 319 Jaguars of all ages and marques drive into the National Motor Museum grounds for an impressive launch show. Together with glorious sunshine, visitors were treated to a display of these treasured machines, ranging from 1940s classics up to the latest Jaguar models.
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National Motor Museum Blog – May 2016
6th May 2016
This month, a fascinating vehicle has returned to the National Motor Museum, while a prestigious Rolls-Royce receives repairs.
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Women in Motorsport & Social History: Dorothee Pullinger
4th May 2016
A pioneering businesswoman and automobile engineer, Dorothee Pullinger was truly a remarkable woman whose unfailing ambition and commitment to equal opportunities earned her a well-deserved place in motoring and social history.
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Iconic Blue Bird to ‘fly’ again
4th May 2016
When the Land Speed Record-breaking Sunbeam 350hp roared back to life, it had not been heard in public for over 50 years. Following a complete mechanical rebuild by the National Motor Museum’s workshop team at Beaulieu, the handle was swung to start the engine and a crowd gathered to hear the sound which is described as akin to the roar of a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine.