Rainbows Classic Car Run
On behalf of the organisers of the Rainbows Hospice ‘Drive it Day’ Classic Car Run held on Sunday April 27th, we would like to thank all those who took part and who helped make it such a successful day.
The purpose of the event was primarily to raise funds for the Rainbows Hospice, but also to promote the classic car movement and celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial organised in 1900 to prove that the new-fangled contraption, the motor vehicle, was a viable means of transport. We are very pleased to report that the event proved to be a big success on both fronts, as over 80 classic cars took part, some dating back to the 1930’s, and an amazing £1500 was raised for Rainbows!
This year’s Run was blessed with glorious weather and started at Stonehurst Farm in Mountsorrel, then followed a 40-mile scenic route along minor country lanes. A welcome coffee and comfort break was taken at Bawdon Lodge Farm, before returning to Stonehurst Farm in time to join many other classic cars that were attending a classic show there, where the hog roast, bar, café, and all the other family attractions on offer proved very popular.
We hope that everyone who took part enjoyed the day as much as the organising team. The effort put in by everyone created a great atmosphere amongst all those taking part, making it an exceptional day. Most thanks need to go to all the staff at Stonehurst Farm who accommodated us so well, and to the weather gods that certainly smiled on us all throughout the day.
Please make a note in your diary that the next event will be another Rainbows Run on Sunday September 7th, so keep an eye open for further details nearer the time.
S & C Wells.
Photograph of Terry Farmer and Vicki Friend,
founders of the original Rainbows Run,
setting off in their beautiful MGA.
