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Andy's Birthday Run - 18th May
The 18th of May was Andy's (Le Presidents) birthday so he organised a run. Which turned out to be a very eventful day.
It all started as we were driving down the N10 to Mansle, when Mikey was flagged down by a passing motorcycle as the rubber strip on the inside of his wheel arch was flapping in the breeze.
We gathered at on the road outside 'Camping Le Champion campsite' in Mansle. Paul & Maggie Grafham were running late, so we stayed as long as possible as timings were critical to get to the restaurant by 1. As we left Mansle, fortunately Paul spotted us and managed to catch up in his 1952 MG YB.
From Mansle we disappeared into the countryside heading to the Bar Du Moulin, Artenac (via Puréaux, St. Ciers Sur Bonnieure, Val de Bonnieure), for coffee at 11:00-ish. This bar was off the beaten track down a very grassy country lane. Here we were joined by Brad and Jeannine.
After coffee, 17 people in 10 MGs (1 MG YB, 1 MGA, 1 MGB Roadster, 3 MGFs, 2 MGF Trophy's, 1 MGTF and 1 MG ZS) headed away. However, we didn't get very far as Vyv got a puncture. The problem was not changing the tyre, but the tool for removing the locking dust cap was missing, so a lot of time was wasted trying to remove it. Once the tyre was replaced we were on our way - no chance of getting to the restaurant on time, but after a quick phone call they were updated with a new arrival time.
We headed through St. Mary, Chasseneuil, Montemboeuf, Savagnac, Vayres on our way to Auberge de la Vallée de la Gorre, St. Auvent for lunch.
A few kilometres before St. Advent, the MG YB had a total brake failure. Paul G managed to stop the car without hitting anyone. He sent us on our way while he fixed the problem. Leaky rear brake cylinder - so the brake fluid was topped up, and Paul was soon back with us.
St. Auvent had a Marché aux puces on, which meant roads were closed and cars parked all over the place. Luckily we all managed to get parked up in the main car park, albeit on the grass bank and by blocking each other in. At this point Paul T reported that the engine management light had just come on, on his MGF, and it seemed to be only running on three cylinders.
However, the food in the restaurant was fantastic and after lunch we all headed home.
Still a good day was had by all and Thanks to all those that supported this event.
It all started as we were driving down the N10 to Mansle, when Mikey was flagged down by a passing motorcycle as the rubber strip on the inside of his wheel arch was flapping in the breeze.
We gathered at on the road outside 'Camping Le Champion campsite' in Mansle. Paul & Maggie Grafham were running late, so we stayed as long as possible as timings were critical to get to the restaurant by 1. As we left Mansle, fortunately Paul spotted us and managed to catch up in his 1952 MG YB.
From Mansle we disappeared into the countryside heading to the Bar Du Moulin, Artenac (via Puréaux, St. Ciers Sur Bonnieure, Val de Bonnieure), for coffee at 11:00-ish. This bar was off the beaten track down a very grassy country lane. Here we were joined by Brad and Jeannine.
After coffee, 17 people in 10 MGs (1 MG YB, 1 MGA, 1 MGB Roadster, 3 MGFs, 2 MGF Trophy's, 1 MGTF and 1 MG ZS) headed away. However, we didn't get very far as Vyv got a puncture. The problem was not changing the tyre, but the tool for removing the locking dust cap was missing, so a lot of time was wasted trying to remove it. Once the tyre was replaced we were on our way - no chance of getting to the restaurant on time, but after a quick phone call they were updated with a new arrival time.
We headed through St. Mary, Chasseneuil, Montemboeuf, Savagnac, Vayres on our way to Auberge de la Vallée de la Gorre, St. Auvent for lunch.
A few kilometres before St. Advent, the MG YB had a total brake failure. Paul G managed to stop the car without hitting anyone. He sent us on our way while he fixed the problem. Leaky rear brake cylinder - so the brake fluid was topped up, and Paul was soon back with us.
St. Auvent had a Marché aux puces on, which meant roads were closed and cars parked all over the place. Luckily we all managed to get parked up in the main car park, albeit on the grass bank and by blocking each other in. At this point Paul T reported that the engine management light had just come on, on his MGF, and it seemed to be only running on three cylinders.
However, the food in the restaurant was fantastic and after lunch we all headed home.
Still a good day was had by all and Thanks to all those that supported this event.
Run & Lunch - 4th May
13 of us met up in 7 MGs at Les Tilleuls café, St. Claud (1 MGZS, 3 MGFs, 2 MGF Trophy's and 1 MGTF). After refreshments we had a short dash to Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure, before disappearing into the countryside. Skirting Chasseneuil we headed out towards Vitrac and Montomboeuf via some lovely little hamlets like Jayac. Brad said we were going to the countryside and he was right. Most of the roads were single track with many having grass going down the centre. Good opportunity to clean the underside of the car. After Montomboeuf we passed through Les Mazouillères, Chez Limoson, Mazières, La Coucoussie, Les Mottes before arriving at our lunch stop at the Auberge Des Lacs in Massignac. Here we were joined by John in his MGA. A lovely 3-course Plat was enjoyed by all ( a mere €14). Then we had a short gathering to take photos of all the cars before we headed our individual ways home.
A big Thank You to Brad and Jeannine for organising a lovely run and lunch.
A big Thank You to Brad and Jeannine for organising a lovely run and lunch.
President's Run - 20th April
On a beautiful sunny day, 18 of us met up in at Les Tilleuls café, St. Claud. After refreshments, 10 MGs (2 MGB Roadsters, 1 MGBGT V8, 4 MGFs, 1 MGF Trophy & 2 MGTFs) negotiated the new one-way system out of St. Claud and headed off into the countryside to Verteuil-sur-Charente, passing through the villages of; Chavagnac, La Tàche, St. Valence, St. Front, Mouton, Aunt, Chenommet & Chenon. We all managed to park together in Verteuil next to the Charente River. Ideal photo opportunity.
We then walked in to the centre of the village for lunch at the Café Portebleue. Here we were joined by 4 more members, bringing our group total to 22. A lovely lunch.
As there was nothing planned for the afternoon, the president handed out a short synopsis of the village, with things to see.
Thanks to all those that supported us and we look forward to seeing you on the next club event.
We then walked in to the centre of the village for lunch at the Café Portebleue. Here we were joined by 4 more members, bringing our group total to 22. A lovely lunch.
As there was nothing planned for the afternoon, the president handed out a short synopsis of the village, with things to see.
Thanks to all those that supported us and we look forward to seeing you on the next club event.
