Calendar

Silverstone Classic

July 30 - 1 August

The E-type Club has once again registered to take part at Silverstone Classic 2021, and there is a discount code for club members.

A feast of dedicated retro races, massive eye-catching car club displays and glittering on-track parades that in recent years have been saluted with multiple Guinness World Records. And this year there will be plenty of E-type 60th anniversary celebrations - races, parades and Concours.

For tickets simply click the blue button to go to the Silverstone booking page and insert the Club code.

For a Club code reminder, please click the red button.

Portmeirion Hotel and its associated village (backdrop for 60’s cult classic TV series The Prisoner) is an experience quite unlike any hotel you might have stayed in before. The Cambrian Mountains and Elan Valley offer stunning views, and are a driver’s delight.

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Tour Highlights include:

• Portmeirion Hotel in a stunning setting by the Afon Dwyryd estuary

• Award-winning Lake Country House Hotel set amid the Brecon Beacons

• Five Tulip runs, including visits to the superb Bodnant Gardens

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

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Sold out - reserve list available

CKL Developments Track Day

August 24

At the Goodwood Motor Circuit.

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For all enquiries and to make a booking, please contact CKL using the blue button, or on +44 (0)1424 870600

Peak District Shakedown Tour

September 1-5

or 5-9

A region of contrasting natural beauty with moors and dales, rivers, springs and caverns. At its heart is the Peak District National Park, known for its breath-taking landscapes and historic source of inspiration and adventure. Home to dozens of market towns, pretty villages and historic houses.

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Tour Highlights include:

• Visits to Chatsworth House, Heage Windmill and Eyam Museum

• A base at the fabulous Izaak Walton Hotel with 2* Rosette dining room

• ‘Pipes in the Peaks’ concert and classic car collection

Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

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Concours of Elegance

September 3-5

Bringing to Hampton Court a selection of 60 of the rarest cars from around the world - many of which have never been seen before in the UK.

Picos de Europa

Picos de Europa is a mountain range with peaks up to 8700 feet that is shared by three Spanish regions: Cantabria, Asturias and León. The entire area is protected as a National Park to maintain its impressive forests and wildlife, which includes wild boar, wolves, brown bears, deer, birds of prey and more.

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Tour Highlights include:

• Off-the-beaten track driving on some of the most beautiful roads in the region

• Six nights in carefully selected hotels

• Guided trips and visits

• Delicious regional cuisine

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Organised by Classics on the Road - info@classicsontheroad.com

September 7-15 

Scottish Highlands Tour

September 12-16

Explore this favourite area of Scotland in unbeatable style and comfort. Backwater Tours have been visiting this area for over 20 years and are confident that we have the knowledge and experience to serve up something special.

This fabulous 'Scotland in Style' Tour serves up uncluttered roads, stunning scenery, 5-Star accommodation and superb food in the company of like-minded companions — all the ingredients for a truly memorable tour.

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

Goodwood Revival

September 17-19

Recreating the glamour of motor racing as it used to be, the Motor Circuit comes alive for the Revival, both on and off the historic track. The only historic race meeting to be staged entirely in period dress, the Revival sees a return to the halcyon days of Goodwood as the spiritual home of British motor racing.

Spring into Autumn Meeting

September 25-26

With our traditional Spring Meeting cancelled, we have decided to introduce a special event for 2021 - the 'Spring into Autumn Weekend'. 

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 Weekend Highlights include:

• Surrey Hills drive on Saturday (Arranged with Backwater Tours)

• Supper at Burford Bridge Hotel, Box Hill on Saturday evening

• A chance to meet friends and admire a fine display of cars on Sunday

• Sunday lunch at Denbies

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For more information on the Surrey Hills Run, click the gold button, or contact Paul Trill on paul@backwatertours.co.uk

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If you are interested in participating in the Saturday supper, please email Louise on louise@e-typeclub.com.

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To book Sunday at Denbies, you can book online or download a booking form via the links on the right.

Organised by Club HQ

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Goodwood Members' Meeting

October 16-17

Goodwood Motor Circuit, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PH.

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An exclusive event for GRRC Members and Fellows.

Isle of Wight Shakedown Tour

April 19-23

or 24-28

The Isle of Wight is beautiful all year round and boasts miles of stunning coastline, from towering chalk cliffs to golden sandy beaches, from rolling rural vistas to lush marshland – explore the best of the UK’s impressive landscape in one unique place.

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 Highlights include:

• Two Tulip Navigation Runs

• Ferry cost for car and passengers from Southampton (other options available).

• Superior Lakeside room view as standard

• Full English breakfast each morning. Four three-course dinners at the hotel

• Comprehensive tour book

• Scenic Vintage Bus trip on Southern Vectis ‘Old Girl’

• Rally Plate / Backwater observation trophy competition

• Osborne House and Gardens entrance

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

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Monaco Historique Grand Prix Tour

7-16 May

Starting in the Champagne region on 7 May 2022, this exclusive nine-night tour will stop in beautiful locations such as Burgundy, Lake Annecy, Savoy and more, and will include some superb drives on roads and mountain passes in the French Alps.

This will be followed by some of the famous stages of the Monte Carlo Rally before arriving in Monaco, where guests will enjoy the last three nights of the Tour in the 5-star Hermitage Hotel.

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Organised by Classics on the Road - info@classicsontheroad.com

Yorkshire Dales Tour

May 15-19

Passing through the towns such as Hawes, Settle, Kettlewell, Grassington, Slaidburn, Aysgarth Falls, and more, plus Buttertubs Pass and the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct. 

Also taking in the Forest of Bowland and the scenic Trough of Bowland (a hidden gem), as well as the Dales of Wharfedale and Nidderdale all areas of outstanding natural beauty.

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

CBR Classic Restorations Technical Masterclass

April 23

Technical sessions at the CBR workshop - perfectly situated a couple of minutes from M6 J11.

More details to follow.

Organised by Club HQ

E-type Club Weekend

June 11-12

Club Exclusive
Based in Worcestershire, with a drive out into the Cotswolds and a Club dinner on the Saturday evening - venue tbc.

​More details to follow shortly.

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Organised by Club HQ

Croatia Tour

September 4-15

​More details to follow shortly.

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Organised by Classics on the Road - info@classicsontheroad.com

Scottish Islands & Highlands Rally

May 7-23

​More details to follow shortly.

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Organised by ClassicRallyPress 

Mycenaean-Minoan Rally

April 7-25

​More details to follow shortly.

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Organised by ClassicRallyPress 

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security and local laws, plus passport and visa information, check 

www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.  

Northumberland Tour

May 21-27

Luxury escorted self-drive tour – In two locations based near Alnwick and Hexham – private tour of Alnwick Gardens + lunch between hotels at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel in the Scottish borders.
 

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

Pembrokeshire Tour

June 12-16

As well as scenic runs you will also have the opportunity to get out your walking boots and take advantage of Pembrokeshire’s dramatic coastline — a joy for walkers.

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 Highlights include:

• Five days, four nights

• Restricted group size

• Three course dinners and breakfast each day

• Coffee stops

• Comprehensive tour book, rally plate

• more to follow

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Organised by Backwater Tours - paul@backwatertours.co.uk

The Geneva Run

June 13-24

​More details to follow shortly.

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Organised by Classic Grand Touring