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SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T190439Z
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SUMMARY:NEC 2025
DESCRIPTION:We have been able to show off the joy of Bristols for a number of years and had a great stand again last year.  We do not have a theme this year from the organisers but if you would be willing to show your car do let me know.  \nThe show will run from 7th – 9th November.  If you are considering offering us your car\, please remember you will need to bring it to the NEC on 6th and you can retrieve it either on 9th or pick it up first thing on 10th .  \nClub ticket offer:\nThe club code CCCNOV5570 unlocks a £4.00 discount off single-day adult ticket prices or £2 off family\, child & multi-day tickets. The club discount will be applied to the advance ticket prices before midnight on Thurs 6 Nov and the show open ticket prices thereafter. Full ticket information at: www.necclassicmotorshow.com/ticket-information . Encourage your club’s members\, followers and friends to purchase tickets before 16 October for your club to earn additional benefits.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/nec-2025/
LOCATION:Birmingham NEC\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250924T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250207T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T203848Z
UID:10000077-1758711600-1758726000@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250813T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250813T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250207T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T203848Z
UID:10000076-1755082800-1755097200@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250803T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250208T192142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T192142Z
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SUMMARY:Rushden Classics in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Other things we are arranging will include another visit to the Rushden Classics in the Park on 3rd August\, a great event over the years and we have had a presence at the show since 2020.  I will put more out about this in the coming months but do get it in your diary and I hope members from the Midlands and East of England will be able to put on a great show of Bristol cars again.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/rushden-classics-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Rushden
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250618T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250207T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T203848Z
UID:10000075-1750244400-1750258800@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250416T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250207T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T203848Z
UID:10000074-1744801200-1744815600@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20250207T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T203848Z
UID:10000066-1739962800-1739977200@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine
DESCRIPTION:Here is an update to the information around the meetings the Midlands area hold at Caffeine end Machine.  This meeting was established to provide an opportunity for members to meet up and chat and hopefully bring their cars to share the passion of all things Bristol related.  With a new year I thought we should ring some changes so the day will be changing to Wednesday with the usual meeting time of lunchtime until we run out of gas.  I believe this suits everyone and I hope the great turnouts continue.  Of course the meeting is open to all and I hope some members from the East of England and South Central regions will be able to make the gathering over the summer. \nDates are \n19th February \n16th April \n18th June \n13th August \n24th September \n19th November \nSo please get the dates in your diary and join us for a chat and give everyone a chance to admire your car.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine/2025-02-19/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240701T111108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T142340Z
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SUMMARY:Caffeine & Machine Gatherings – 12 November
DESCRIPTION:Caffeine & Machine is an eatery just south of Stratford which is described as the Ace Cafe of the Midlands.  It has a great reputation as a place to go with your car. Whilst the venue is immensely popular\, and getting in at the weekend requires a pre-booked ticket\, these Tuesday gatherings will not require advance reservations. Arrangements are informal\, with vehicles normally arriving in the early afternoon so that owners can meet up for lunch.  \nIt will be helpful if those planning to attend can let Mike Hallissey know in advance.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-machine-gatherings-12-november/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240701T111720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T111720Z
UID:10000061-1731024000-1731283199@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:NEC Classic Car Show - Friday 8th to Sunday 10th November
DESCRIPTION:BODA will again be represented at the NEC in 2024\, and volunteers will most certainly be required to help resource the stand over the three days. Please send a mail to events@bristoloda.org.if you can help.  \nJoin us on stand 2-170 at the UK’s premier classic motor event\, the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at the NEC Birmingham from Friday 8 – Sunday 10 November.  Book advance tickets at www.necclassicmotorshow.com quoting our club code CCCNOV609 to save £4 off single-day adult tickets or £2 off family\, child or multi-day tickets.  Book by 17 October and you’ll help us earn additional benefits!
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/nec-classic-car-show-friday-8th-to-sunday-10th-november/
LOCATION:Birmingham NEC\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240701T110904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T110904Z
UID:10000059-1725962400-1725984000@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine & Machine Gatherings – 10 September & 12 November
DESCRIPTION:Caffeine & Machine is an eatery just south of Stratford which is described as the Ace Cafe of the Midlands.  It has a great reputation as a place to go with your car. Whilst the venue is immensely popular\, and getting in at the weekend requires a pre-booked ticket\, these Tuesday gatherings will not require advance reservations. Arrangements are informal\, with vehicles normally arriving in the early afternoon so that owners can meet up for lunch.  \nIt will be helpful if those planning to attend can let Mike Hallissey know in advance.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-machine-gatherings-10-september-12-november/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240813T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240701T110633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T110633Z
UID:10000058-1723543200-1723564800@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine & Machine Gatherings – 13 August\, 10 September & 12 November
DESCRIPTION:Caffeine & Machine is an eatery just south of Stratford which is described as the Ace Cafe of the Midlands.  It has a great reputation as a place to go with your car. Whilst the venue is immensely popular\, and getting in at the weekend requires a pre-booked ticket\, these Tuesday gatherings will not require advance reservations. Arrangements are informal\, with vehicles normally arriving in the early afternoon so that owners can meet up for lunch.  \nIt will be helpful if those planning to attend can let Mike Hallissey know in advance.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-machine-gatherings-13-august-10-september-12-november/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240804T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20240804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240701T091646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T092143Z
UID:10000056-1722769200-1722787200@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:“Classics in the Park“\, Rushden
DESCRIPTION:Rushden ‘Classics in the Park’ was the first event BODA arranged following lock down in those dark days of 2020. This was a great success and we have repeated it over the last few years.  The event is run by the local Rotary Club and when we have been before a great selection of cars were to be seen. There are plenty of other attractions and food stalls to keep body and soul together. This year it is being held on Sunday 4th August. You can access details for booking the event can be found here and there are still tickets available. \nI look forward to seeing those who can make it and hopefully get to see some great cars. These have in past ranged from pre-war classics to cars of a more modern vintage. If you are able to make it\, please drop me an email so I can make arrangements for a suitable area with the organisers.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/classics-in-the-park-rushden/
LOCATION:Rushden
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240522
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240403T100824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T103555Z
UID:10000052-1715644800-1716335999@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:South of Ireland Tour
DESCRIPTION:There has been significant interest in the Tour of the South of Ireland through Scenic Car Tours. So we have committed to go ahead.  The company have arranged a number of similar events for other clubs.  The itinerary is to catch the ferry from Hollyhead on 14th May at 14:10 arriving in Dublin at 17:25 ready for the drive down to Ashdown Park Hotel in Gorey\, a town on the East side of Ireland just North of Waterford.  This is a very scenic drive and we should arrive just after 7:00pm ready for dinner which has been arranged for that night.  We will be staying there for a total of 3 nights giving a chance to explore the area which includes Wells House\, Johnstown Castle and Waterford which has a great museum and of course tours of the Crystal works.  If people are interested\, I will see if we can arrange something of an event with the team at Wells House.  The idea is to offer suggestions but not be proscriptive. \nOn 17th we will drive along the South Coast road\, which is a good A road\, to Cork and stay at the Kingsley hotel which fronts on to the original Cork Motor Race Circuit for 4 nights.  We have dinner booked for the first and last nights.  The circuit\, where a Grand Prix race was held in 1938\, was a road circuit of some 9.6km where average speeds of 93 – 96 mph were the norm and the same roads can still bn driven today.  In the area is the Titanic Experience at Cobh\, the last place the ship docked on its famous voyage\, Cobh Cathedral designed by Pugin and Foto Park\, an amazing wildlife park.  Further afield are Kinsale\, the ‘Gourmet Capital of Ireland’\, Baltimore with it newly restored Castle\, Garinish Island with its wonderful gardens made possible by the Gulf stream and of course Blarney Castle.  We will be returning via Dublin on 21 May.  There will be rally plate for each car and a road book with maps covering places of interest. \nThe cost is £1499 each for 2 sharing and £2198 for singles.  For those seeking to use other ferry routes do speak to Scenic\, one member has already been able to vary the ferry route through them. However\, where people book their own ferries or live in Ireland there is a £350 discount per booking.  Scenic is ABTOT registered so the event is projected financially.  You do not have to come in a Bristol\, though this is to be encouraged\,  this is about doing things together as much as anything.  You can book on line or by telephone on 01732 879153 quoting IRE-BODA.  \nPlease get your booking in promptly as we need to confirm the hotel and ferry bookings to secure the price.  All the details can be found on the BODA website under the events tab. \nPS. \nIt is now just 6 weeks until the Irish trip and there are only a few slots left.  For those thinking off coming now is the final chance to book a slot.  All the information about the trip is given above and you can book on line or by telephone on 01732 879153 quoting IRE-BODA.  It looks to be a great trip with much to see and do\, including the Titanic Experience and for those in need to the gift of the gab a chance to kiss the Blarney Stone.  For those who have not crossed the water recently\, the roads are good\, they put our potholed stock to shame\, and motorways outside of Dublin are virtually empty.  If you have been considering coming now is the time to take the leap and get your booking in. \nMike Hallissey\, mikehallissey@icloud.com
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/south-of-ireland-tour/
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events,General News,News
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240311
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20240213T103919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T143036Z
UID:10000049-1710028800-1710115199@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:BODA Trip to Ireland
DESCRIPTION:We have organised a Tour of the South of Ireland through Scenic Car Tours who have arranged a number of similar events for other clubs.  The proposal is to catch the ferry from Hollyhead on 14th May and drive down to Gorey\, a town on the East side of Ireland just North of Waterford.  This is a very scenic drive and we should arrive around 7 ready for Dinner.  We would be staying there for 3 nights giving a chance to explore this area which includes Wells House\, Johnstown Castle and Waterford which has a great museum and of course tours of the Crystal works.  If people are interested\, I will see if we can arrange something of an event with the team at Wells House.  The idea is to offer suggestions but not be proscriptive. \nWe would then drive along the South Coast road\, which is a good A road\, to Cork and stay at a hotel which fronts on to the original Cork Motor Race Circuit for 4 nights.  The circuit\, where a Grand Prix race was held in 1938\,  was a road circuit of some 9.6km which you are still able to drive where average speeds of 93 – 96 mph were the norm.  In the area is the Titanic Experience at Cobh\, the last place the ship docked on its famous voyage\, Cobh Cathedral designed by Pugin and Foto Park\, an amazing wildlife park.  Further afield are Kinsale\, the ‘Gourmet Capital of Ireland’\, Baltimore with it newly restored Castle\, Garinish Island with its wonderful gardens made possible by the Gulf stream and of course Blarney Castle.  We will be returning via Rosslare on 21 May. \nThe cost is being finalised but the estimate is £1500 each for 2 sharing and £2200 for singles.  To make the event work we will need 8-10 cars.  You do not have to come in a Bristol\, though this is to be encouraged\,  this is about doing things together as much as anything.  Can I ask for expressions of commitment as soon as possible but by 10th March latest so we can secure the hotel bookings.  I will then work with those interested to see about any fixed events and secure tickets to some of the venues.\nPlease contact me at mikehallissey@icloud.com \nMike Hallissey \n(Deadline for booking is 10th March)
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/boda-trip-to-ireland/
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events,General News,News
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20230620T144329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T144329Z
UID:10000037-1691280000-1691366399@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Rushden Classic Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Taking place at Hall Park\, Rushden\, Northants\, on Sunday 6 August from 11am to 4pm. \nPre-registration is essential and costs £5 per vehicle – bookable at www.ticketsource.co.uk/rhts/rushden-classic-car-show/e-xaloyo \nIt is hoped that any Bristols attending will park up together. Will anyone registering please drop a line to Mike Hallissey at mikehallissey@icloud.com to let him know.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/rushden-classic-car-show/
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events,General News,News
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230325T095437Z
UID:10000023-1681822800-1681837200@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine & Machine gatherings
DESCRIPTION:Caffeine & Machine is an eatery just south of Stratford which is described as the Ace Cafe of the Midlands.  It has a great reputation as a place to go with your car.   \nAs you know we had a successful gathering in November at Caffeine and Machine and so we are aiming to make this a regular event.  \nI am proposing another gathering on the afternoon of April 18th.  I hope to arrive at around 2:00 but of course people can come any time to suit them.  As ever\, Bristols are not essential\, it will be great just to gather and discuss all things Bristol.  For me\, the chance to meet and chat with other members was the real joy of the last occasion.  If anyone does bring their Bristol\, I hope we will be able to get the cars parked in the Front yard again.   \nI look forward to seeing those who can make it and hopefully get to see some wonderful cars.  If you are able to make it\, please drop me an email so I can book some space for us. \nTuesday 18th April\, and thereafter 20th June and 26th September \nIt will be helpful if those planning to attend can let Mike Hallissey know in advance. \nMike
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-machine-gatherings/
LOCATION:Caffeine & Machine\, Ettington\, Stratford-upon-Avon\, CV37 7NS
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events,General News,News
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221122T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20221117T210307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T210346Z
UID:10000022-1669122000-1669136400@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Caffeine and Machine Get-Together on 22 November
DESCRIPTION:After the success of the meeting in early September it was decided a bimonthly meeting was a sensible option.  With the NEC on over the weekend of 11th to 13th November\, it was decided to hold the next event on 22nd November.  The plan is to arrive between 1:00 and 2:00 pm.  The venue is like the Ace Café\, so coffee\, good burgers and pizza and a selection of beers and wine.  So really something for everybody.  \nIn September we had a good selection of Bristols but not all brought their cars.  Bringing  your Bristol is not required\, particularly when the weather may not be the best\, but take the opportunity to just come and catch up with like-minded Bristol enthusiasts.  If you aim to come please let me know so I can try and sort some reserved space for us by emailing me.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/caffeine-and-machine-get-together-on-22-november/
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220717T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152142
CREATED:20220704T085309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T090603Z
UID:10000018-1658044800-1658077200@bristoloda.org
SUMMARY:Shelsley Walsh Classic Nostalgia
DESCRIPTION:Shelsley Walsh Classic Nostalgia \nThis event is now in its 11th year and has in the past been a great venue to see a selection of interesting cars and view a great sporting event\, see www.classicnostalgia.co.uk .  It would be possible to organise a BODA event if we had sufficient members interested in attending.  \nEntry to the event is £15 per person if you come in a pre-1985 vehicle\, (£20 in a newer vehicle) so the cost is not huge and if there is interest\, it would be planned to register BODA to attend on Sunday 17 July.  If you are interested please contact Mike Hallissey by 5 July.  If there is sufficient interest we will book a club space and bring the BODA flags and gazebo if it has been delivered.
URL:https://bristoloda.org/event/shelsley-walsh-classic-nostalgia/
CATEGORIES:Calender,Events,General News
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Hallissey":MAILTO:mikehallissey@icloud.com
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