Looks like it was a really good day out, i cant wait to join when i get my cooper in august/september....

Went the day well. (one for you film buffs)
The day was well organised and everybody was friendly and cheerful.
I'm not sure why travelling in a convoy of similar cars puts such a big
smile on your face but it does :D I met the real Basil the dog and a
lovely little chap he is, I hope he gets over his cough soon. Look
forward to meeting you all again, looks like a nice little community
is forming.

Its referred to as the "GRIN" :) factor steve.

So has anyone checked out the dates they are free for a July run? Thinking this will be more Bristol and coastal. Start in bristol then travel over the Suspension down to the coast through Portishead and Clevedon, stop for lunch. Then on to Weston Super Mare, Burnham on Sea to Bridgwater then across to Glastonbury.

Hope this sonds ok. Will need to set a date pretty quick so feedback would be great.

Cheers

Paul

im free in july, ive made no plans yets.

any weekend in july is cool for me :cool:

Think I better add I have started a seperate thread for the July run where you can multiple vote for days in July. We will then go with the most popular date.

Here: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=53215

Cheers

Paul

Great run Paul, really enjoyed it - highlight for me was chasing Harpo's diesel on the way back, christ that thing can move.

Gutted I couldnt make it looked like a great day out. Still see some of you Friday on the factory tour.

Kev...

Just a thought Paul...

How about calling 'The Bristol and ex Avon Mini2 regional group'...









...wait for it...













'Severn Wonders'


As I said, it's just a thought. :D

Went the day well. (one for you film buffs)
The day was well organised and everybody was friendly and cheerful.
I'm not sure why travelling in a convoy of similar cars puts such a big
smile on your face but it does :D I met the real Basil the dog and a
lovely little chap he is, I hope he gets over his cough soon. Look
forward to meeting you all again, looks like a nice little community
is forming.

Steve did you Join at Tetbury ?? cos I think it was you that we were trying to keep up with !!!

Steve did you Join at Tetbury ?? cos I think it was you that we were trying to keep up with !!!
Yes, I hope it didn't seem I was trying to lose you but I was desperately trying to be
halfway between the group ahead and behind me to be some form of link. In the end I
had to abandon one group so as I knew the route I waited in case there was some
poor map readers behind. You'll pleased to hear your car looks very attractive and
distinctive in someone's rear view mirrors :) .

Cheers again Paul & Lawrence - excellent route and very well organised too :D

Here are a couple of photos....

Just a thought Paul...

How about calling 'The Bristol and ex Avon Mini2 regional group'...









...wait for it...













'Severn Wonders'


As I said, it's just a thought. :D


Hi Harpo....













I Like that...
















not a lot................













But I like it...











Serioulsly though what does everyone think of the "Severn Wonders New MINI Club".

When shortened it would have to be "The Severns" as the initials would only be one letter away from the SCNMC.

Or alternativly it could the The New MINI Serverns Club. Obviously playing on the old mini 7, as it was launched.

Think you may have hit on a cunning plan there Harpo. Think I owe you a pint on Friday for that!


Anyone else got any thoughts? We can discuss the name at the first pub meet which will be soon. Watch this space.


Paul

i think it sound better than "Bristol and Ex avon". i always keep forgetting the damn Ex. bit.

i think it sound better than "Bristol and Ex avon". i always keep forgetting the damn Ex. bit.

blame the government.... it's their fault.

I'm really warming to; The New MINI Severns Club

Paul

Paul, i should have said.... in the above post..

SWNMC =

Severn wonders New MINI club
South West New MINI club

I agree Paul its very close to its neighbouring club the SCNM (South Coast New Mini Club).

i think u should go for the SWNMC...

blame the government. pah... blame the guy who named the club... :)

blame the government.... it's their fault.

I'm really warming to; The New MINI Severns Club

Paul

erm i dunno, might upset the classic owners... austin seven and such....:confused:

erm i dunno, might upset the classic owners... austin seven and such....:confused:

we upset them enough just being here so not going to take that into consideration and if your talking historically then they weren't the first "new Austin 7". The Austin A30 was in 1951! :D :D :D


Proof attatched!


Paul

You're bound to upset someone somewhere so stuff 'em! :D

Go with what you feel is appropriate and then design a logo and I'll produce some badges for you like I did for the Middlesex Mini Maniacs! :cool:

Might just take you up on that Train mate!

We are going to have a pub night soon to sort it all out! Will do the designs before then I hope.

Paul

"the bristols" :D

lol@Jase

trust you!

http://www.roboshop.co.uk/bristols.jpg

perfect and you're welcome! :p :D :D :D :red:

too much time on your hands me thinks Jase :D :D :D

i second that...

what about THE BRISTOL CHANNEL NEW MINI CLUB. Then both sides of the channel can be included.England and Wales :D

cheers lads 4 sortin out a fab day
we boths had loads of fun
think we stop at a pub next time .... enjoy chattin 2 everyone bout mini
done 500 miles in my mini.. half run in........
cant wait 4 the next 1
thanks 4 a great day
steve

Yes, I hope it didn't seem I was trying to lose you but I was desperately trying to be
halfway between the group ahead and behind me to be some form of link. In the end I
had to abandon one group so as I knew the route I waited in case there was some
poor map readers behind. You'll pleased to hear your car looks very attractive and
distinctive in someone's rear view mirrors :) .

Thanks for waiting Steve, I have done a fair amount of convoy driving at work. I know how difficult it can be.
I had the route in my head, as my wife was concentrating on feeling sorry for herself (Hangover), than the route. :D

When you first pulled out in Tetbury, I wasn't too sure whether or not you were part of the run. It would have been embarrasing to follow another MINI and end up in the wrong place :confused:

Anyway thanks again, we had a great day !!!