E-type Events Calendar
The E-type Club is pleased to be able to bring you a range of UK & International Club events
Join us to celebrate the 2025 E-type Club Weekend this summer in Worcestershire and The Marches region. Each element of the Weekend is bookable separately. Hosted by Philip and Julie Porter, and the E-type Club team.
2025
CKL Track Day
20 March & 19 August
Photos from the 20 March Track Day to follow here soon. And in case you missed this one... there's another Track Day on 19 August! Scroll down for more information.
Goodwood Members' Meeting
April 12-13
Thrilling motor racing, high-speed track demonstrations and fun-packed festivities make for a sensational weekend. Uncrowded, intimate and access-all-areas, Members’ Meeting is exclusively open to members and fellows of the Goodwood Road Racing Club.
Spring Meeting North
April 26
Sold Out
Following requests from Club members we are moving location further north for 2025 – to The Motorist, just outside Leeds. (See website here)
We have booked the private Le Mans Room for the day, where we will meet for coffee around 11am, then enjoy a three-course lunch at 1pm. The Le Mans Room has a terrace overlooking our reserved Club parking and plenty of comfortable seating – perfect for relaxing and chatting.
Organised by Club HQ
Dutch Bulbfields Tour
27 April – 1 May
An unforgettable 4-night adventure to Holland, and the vibrant beauty of the Dutch bulb fields. Our journey includes a visit to the world-renowned Keukenhof Gardens, the most stunning spring garden on the planet. Two organised runs will take you through the breathtaking landscapes surrounding Keukenhof, including the iconic windmills and picturesque waterways that define the Dutch countryside.
Organised by Backwater Tours
Donington Historic Festival
May 2-4
The E-type Club has once again arranged discounted tickets for this year's Donington Historic Festival, and display parking for those attending.
E-type Club members will receive a discount on tickets – for the Club member discount codes, please email info@e-typeclub.com.
Our wonderful East Midlands Representative Anne Mitchell will be in attendance on Saturday and Sunday and will be co-ordinating Club attendance.
Please let Anne know once you have booked – mrs.anne.mitchell@gmail.com
If you have any queries, please contact events@msv.com
Spring Meeting South
May 11
Bookings have now closed
We are returning to Hartsfield Manor in Surrey for our Annual Spring Meeting (South) in 2025 – a little later in the year which will hopefully bring warmer weather!
Beginning with tea/coffee at 11am, followed by lunch in a private dining room at 1pm, there is plenty of time to admire the display of cars and chat with fellow E-type enthusiasts. Peter Hugo and his team from Winspeed will be on hand to dispense technical advice and dish out the 'Best E-type of the Day' award.
Organised by Club HQ
P&K Thornton Technical Workshop
Saturday May 17
Bookings now closed - please contact the Club office for any enquiries
A new venue and event for the E-type Club calendar, this workshop will take place at the premises of long-standing Club supporters P&K Thornton Restoration near Nottingham.
Starting at 10 am and finishing around 4 pm, the day will comprise four absorbing and informative technical sessions, with coffee or tea on arrival, and a light buffet lunch.
£42 per person
Full session details below and all enquiries to Louise Gibbs at Club HQ: louise@e-typeclub.com
Technical Sessions
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Metalwork and panels: English wheel extravaganza with in-house panel beater extraordinaire, shaping metal like you never thought possible!
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Electrical: building a wiring loom from scratch, designing an electrical installation and why we need an ECU with EFI
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Engines: rolling road, simple steps to build an engine, pitfalls, rolling road tuning and how to run a newly built engine in on the chassis dyno
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Servicing and general matters: pre-purchase inspections, maintenance tips and tricks, ethanol fuels vs synthetic fuels and what to look out for when putting your classic Jaguar in for long-term storage
Please note that session content may be subject to change.
Organised by Club HQ
Teesdale and Beamish Tour (SOLD OUT)
May 18-22
An unforgettable four-night tour that unveils the hidden gems of Teesdale and the Pennines. Known as the "Backbone of England," this stunning mountain range offers a perfect blend of exhilarating driving routes, breathtaking landscapes, and charming villages and market towns that seem frozen in time.
Organised by Backwater Tours
Hilton & Moss Open Day
May 24
Bookings have now closed
Hilton & Moss are specialists in the restoration, sales, services and storage of classic and performance vehicles, with a vast purposebuilt facility featuring a two-storey showroom, workshops and a dedicated storage space.
Exclusively for members of the E-type Club and XK Club.
We promise a warm welcome, with unique behind-the-scenes access alongside tea, coffee and a BBQ in the company of classic and performance cars, like-minded enthusiasts and of course the Hilton & Moss team. For any further information please contact Charlotte at office@e-typeclub.com
Organised by Club HQ
Great British Day Out
May 25
The E-type Club has been invited to attend the Great British Day Out on 25 May. Organised by JaguarForumsUK, it has been running for 12 years and includes a drive that runs from a starting point in West Sussex (Pease Pottage services, RH11 9YA) through countryside to the main venue, Denbies Vineyard near Dorking, Surrey (RH5 6AA).
When booking, select the E-type Club option and you will receive branded access passes. The Club will have a dedicated parking area.
Do let Louise know if you will be attending via louise@e-typeclub.com.
More details and booking jaguarforumsuk.com
Organised by JaguarForumsUK
Following the Mille Miglia Tour
June 11-22
Starting close to Calais, this tour will drive through Champagne, Alsace and the Swiss Alps before reaching Lake Garda. Participants will have the chance to see the Mille Miglia cars as they are parked at the Piazza della Vittoria in Brescia prior to the start of the race. We will then depart one day later and follow a Classic Mille Miglia itinerary for five days before returning to Lake Garda.
View brochure and book here
Organised by Classics on the Road
New Forest National Park Tour
June 22-26
A captivating 4-night tour dedicated to experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the New Forest. This enchanting region encompasses the New Forest National Park, renowned for its expansive heathland, lush forest trails, and charming native ponies.
Organised by Backwater Tours
Isle of Man Tour
July 6-10
Rev up your engines and discover the Isle of Man, a paradise for car enthusiasts! Renowned for its rich motoring heritage and breathtaking driving routes, this island in the Irish Sea offers an exhilarating experience for those passionate about cars and motorsport. Two organised runs will allow you to experience the legendary Isle of Man TT, the ultimate road racing event that has captured the hearts of motor enthusiasts for over a century. Includes a stop in the official TT pitlanes where you can get your photo moment.
Organised by Backwater Tours
Goodwood Festival of Speed
July 10-13
Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard is motorsport's ultimate summer garden party, an intoxicating celebration of the world's most glamorous sport.
Featured Event – E-type Club Weekend
July 18-20
Bookings close at midday on 2nd July
Friday 18 July - Supper and Music
Join us for a glass of fizz and a delicious buffet supper in the Dutch Barn at Hilltop Farm (E-type Club HQ). Then dance the night away to the sounds of renowned local guitarist Remi Harris and his Blue Merlin Blues Band.
Cash bar - wine, beer, soft drinks
Dress code - as you like!
£68 per person
The Remi Harris Blues Rock Roadshow ft. Dave Small
Join acclaimed guitarist Remi Harris and his band on an unforgettable journey exploring the psychedelic rock and blues classics of the 60s and 70s. Come and experience some of the UK’s finest musicians pay a world class tribute to legendary artists such as Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and Peter Green in the ultimate celebration of this musical era.
"Remi Harris is an astounding player in many styles" Guitar Techniques Magazine
"remarkable" Total Guitar Magazine
"an incredible display of melodic improvisation" Guitarist Magazine
Saturday 19 July – The Drive
Meet at The Salwey Arms at Woofferton near Ludlow for a scenic drive through picture-perfect Herefordshire.
Aiming to finish mid-afternoon to enable some down-time before dinner.
Coffee, lunch and route book included.
£90 per car (based on two people). Ask the Club office if you will be solo.
Saturday 19 July – The Dinner
Reconvene at the Salwey Arms for the Club Dinner in a private dining room. A delicious three-course dinner including coffee and wine.
Meet in the bar at 7pm for dinner at 7.30pm.
Dress code - smart casual
£63 per person
Sunday 20 July – Club Day at Classic Nostalgia
‘Celebrating the glory days of motorsport’ with great cars and famous faces
This is a firm favourite on the historic motorsport calendar. Join us at Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb – the oldest motorsport venue in the world still to run events on the original course.
Nestled in the gorgeous Teme Valley, this is the place to be on a summer Sunday. We have arranged a Club parking area and a lovely picnic lunch. Dietary options will be available.
Presentation of Club Trophies mid-afternoon.
The day’s activities include: spectacular hill climb racing; Classic & Sports Car Concours; pole position for Club parking; Exhibition of Speed; demonstration runs; quality trade stands selling everything from accessories to motoring books, models art and memorabilia; vintage fashion competition for the best and most authentic vintage outfit; non-stop entertainment; main stage interviews; live bands and much more…
Early Bird ticket prices ended on 30 April
Advanced entry tickets £51 per person
Note that accommodation is not included, suggested accommodation below.
As the event is being organised by Club HQ, please contact the Club office for all bookings and enquiries
– not Classic Nostalgia or Shelsley Walsh.
Bromley Pageant of Motoring
27 July 2025
Bookings close on 16th July
Bromley Pageant of Motoring is back! In partnership with Classics World, we’re delighted to announce that The Bromley Pageant of Motoring will be returning on the 27th of July 2025 to the South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex. This spacious venue offers all the facilities we need to stage a high quality car show for all the family, enabling us to bring Bromley Pageant of Motoring back to its former glory. And crucially, it’s outside London’s ULEZ with great access to the M23 near Gatwick Airport. Our new home will also allow us to offer camping on the Saturday evening. Along with a well-maintained venue we will also have use of the permanent car parks with excellent disability access, toilet blocks, drinking water taps and the Norfolk Pavilion for indoor trade stands in addition to the famous One Make Parking, club displays and outdoor trade and autojumble. With car clubs, special displays and entertainment, it’s bound to be a fabulous day out for all the family. Our new home will also allow us to offer camping for those booked with display vehicles on the Saturday evening so you can avoid the early start! The price is £10 plus booking fee per car. Each pass is valid for 2 adults and 2 children aged 5-15 (under 5’s are free). You can buy additional tickets for passengers using your club access
Club Representative, Neil Hart, is coordinating the Club parking area , so do let him know once you have made your booking. His email address is cllpublications@gmail.com
To book, please email info@xkclub.com for the Club access code.
Silverstone Festival
August 22-24
We have just registered for the 2025 Silverstone Festival, and Club discount codes will be available shortly.
Please email Charlotte on office@e-typeclub.com for the Club ticket discount code
Donegal Tour
August 27 – September 1
Exclusive to the XK and E-type Clubs. In this tour you will travel to Donegal in North West Ireland, where the Wild Atlantic Way begins. This area of Ireland is steeped in Irish heritage, natural beauty and hidden gems. You will stay on Lough Eske for five nights and there are three road runs planned with plenty of points of interest to see along the way. We have built in one car-free day to allow you to explore under your own steam.
Organised by Classic Travelling
Snowdonia and Portmeirion Tour
September 1-5
An exclusive journey through the enchanting region of Portmeirion and its picturesque Welsh surroundings. Experience Wales in style, complete with breathtaking scenery, delectable cuisine, and superb accommodation. The highlight of this tour is a private performance by the renowned Welsh Male Voice Choir, ‘Côr Meibion Dwyfor’.
Organised by Backwater Tours
Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace
September 5-7
The Concours of Elegance, presented by A. Lange & Söhne, is one of the world's leading automotive events, famed for gathering a collection of the rarest cars ever created in one of Britain's most beautiful historic settings.
The Concours of Elegance welcomes 60 extraordinary cars to Hampton Court Palace - the former home of Henry VIII. Many of these remarkable vehicles are being showcased in the UK for the very first time.
Over the course of three days, these 60 cars will be joined by nearly 500 other luxury and performance cars of all ages, as well as a line-up of the world's most sought-after brands. Join us for a celebration of fine craftsmanship, design and innovation.
Contact Louise at the Club Office for the Club promotional code louise@e-typeclub.com
Goodwood Revival
September 12-14
One of the world’s most famous historic motorsport events, the Goodwood Revival will become the first of its kind to race entirely using sustainable fuels in 2024, and returns in 2025 to do it all again in its traditional late-summer, season-ending slot.
Asturias and Castles of Castille Tour
September 21-30
Asturias is a natural paradise in Northern Spain with astonishing roads through National Parks. After arriving in Santander by ferry, the tour will be based at a hotel close to Oviedo for the first four nights before crossing the mountains to Castille. Here amazing drives will take you to some of the most beautiful castles and palaces of this region of Spain.
View brochure and book here
Organised by Classics on the Road
CMC Technical Seminar
October 18
Award-winning classic car specialists since 1993, CMC have restored and maintained some of Jaguar’s most important road and race cars over the years.
Always a popular - and quickly booked - event, the day will consist of four absorbing and informative technical sessions, with coffee/tea on arrival, and a light buffet lunch.
Hosted by CMC at their Bridgnorth premises, the day will begin at 10am and finish around 4pm.
Tickets will be £43pp
Technical Sessions include:
Panel:
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Panel gapping and setting correctly, including shut lines, lock/latch setting effect of seals and how to achieve best shut lines/operation.
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Correct assembly/build technique of Jaguar E-type/XK and monocoque cars. And the importance of correct assembly/welding.
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Welding methods and technique. Importance of correct procedure for a given panel.
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Panel forming, wheeling and basic hand shaping.
Detailing/vehicle care:
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Polishing and rejuvenation of old and modern paint finishes.
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Detailing of interior, exterior, underside and wheels on classic and modern cars.
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Final protective coatings. Benefits/drawbacks of alternate products. Where and when to use the correct product for an individuals needs.
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General good care of your vehicles finish, interior, exterior underside etc….
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Paint faults and finishes.
General mechanical/Axle & Gearbox:
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General maintenance. Importance of correct servicing, oils and products in your classic.
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Gearbox/drive train and differential fundamentals, operation, faults and fixes.
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Preparing your car for winter storage/use.
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Recommissioning your car from winter storage.
Engine/tuning (this will be based on and around our Hub Dyno):
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Importance of correct carburettor and timing set up, air fuel ration and how to set.
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General tuning/set up of carburettor engine cars.
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Fuel injection systems, modern cars and retro-fit to classics.
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Ethanol in fuels.
To book online please click the button below, or call Club HQ on +44 (0)1584 781588.
For any enquiries please call Club HQ office or email louise@xkclub.com.
Organised by Club HQ