March 2026

Welcome to Spring, and that means that the show season is just around the corner! But first, a few notes about the Events Calendar.

• You may have noticed that in the original calendar there were a couple of events that were not mentioned chronologically – This was a mistake on our part. To remedy this, we have produced a new version of the Events Calendar which is in chronological order, although the ‘Event Numbers’ have remained the same so that anyone who has already responded to us will not have to re-submit their calendars.

• Fetcham Scouts have changed the date of their Summer Fair. This will now be held on 4th July which of course clashes with the Elstead Village Fete (and is reflected in the revised Events Calendar). We have pointed this out to the organisers of this event, but there is nothing that they can do about it apparently.

• Further to our Club Night in February, we have taken the decision to move the SCVC Summer Gathering as the original date clashes with Goodwood. So now, the Summer Gathering will be a week earlier on Sunday 13th September.

As mentioned above, we have revised the Events Calendar and uploaded onto the website HERE In addition, we have now completed all of the Information Sheets and these are also available on the website HERE.

Now, to the more urgent information on Events.

• We have been asked by The Vale Primary School in Epsom Downs, whether we could provide some ‘older ‘cars for their pupils to compare with newer models. Please let Phil or Jeannie know if you can help out the pupils on Tuesday April 14th.

• Drive Your Classic Car Day on Sunday 26th April is now set with a route from The Fairmile (if you choose to drive it) to The Ragged Robin in Godalming. If you are joining us for lunch (2:30 for 3pm) then please let us know. You will also need to pay a deposit of a £10 per person to the Club.

• Registration is open for Danefold Market Classic Car Day on May 30th (see information sheet for further information).

• The London Harness Horse Parade will take place on April 6th and registration should have been received by March 1st. We are sure that they will however let a few late registrations through.

• Guildford Lions Classic Car display this year clashes with Drive Your Classic Car Day, but registrations are open (a registration fee of £25 applies).

• Magnificent Motors (on May 2nd & 3rd) is now pretty much full but they are operating a waiting list if you wish to try registering. Again, see the Information Sheet for more information.

Finally, the Ford Focus has consistently been the most scrapped car in the UK for many years, though recent data for 2025 shows the Vauxhall Astra taking the top spot, with the Focus close behind. This trend reflects the massive popularity of these models in the early 2000s, meaning many are now reaching the end of their lifespan due to age and repair costs, alongside other best-sellers like the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa. You could probably pick up a bargain if these are to your taste.

Jeannie & Phil