This year’s National Day is being held at Brooklands Museum.
The guidance given by the Brooklands Events Co-ordinator is that tickets are available to purchase in advance via the website (normal Adult ticket is all that’s required). I am seeking confirmation that tickets can also be purchase on the day - stay tuned for further updates. There is no limit to numbers.
As some of you maybe aware one of the most unique features of Brooklands is the access to the historic banked race track. Some of you ‘dyed in the wool’ members may recall that CCGB have actually been to Brooklands before and seeing 50+ Corrado all lined up on the banked circuit was quite something. My aspiration is to recapture that again and therefore I have arranged with Brooklands track access so we can take some great pictures of all the cars that attend on the day. I’ve been advised that this is an additional £10 charge payable on the day.
The main intent of this event is to gather as many Corrado’s in one place as possible and to give members a chance to mingle and discuss ‘all things Corrado’.
Brooklands have given us decent sized area to ‘set up camp’ for the day and the intent is to pop up a gazebo/club branding to show case some new and exciting merchandise that will be available to purchase along with loads of Corrado literature, press photos, brochures and articles.
Access will be via Campbell Gate which is off the main road up to Weybridge. The best postcode for this is KT13 0QN. When within around 1 mile of the venue, I’ve been advised by Brooklands that you should start ignoring the brown Brooklands Museum road signs, as they will direct people towards the “main” visitor entrance. If you use the map below, you should aim for entrance number 2, which is the correct one for the day.
As for COVID-19, the hope is that by the day of the event we will be out of any COVID-19 social distancing regulations, but reports in the media suggest that the current end date may be extended. If some restrictions are still in place Brooklands will have some marshals in place to help, but we have a collective responsibility to adhere to the guidelines and respect the rules Brooklands has in place. This is to ensure everyone stays safe during the visit.
I must stress that this is a MEMBERS ONLY event. If you’re not currently a member and would like to join, please see the link below. Cost is £15 for the year.
Myself and the Committee hope to see you there!
Thanks, Pete A.
