Classic Rallies posted new blog entry VSCC Curborough Speed Trials: this weekend: Sunday 1 May near Lichfield in South Staffordshire: Escape the madness of the Royal Wedding with civilised company, and spirited competition at the Curborough Sprint on May Bank Holiday Sunday near Lichfield in Staffordshire. On average 100 Pre-war cars enter, rare Edwardian racers and traditional VSCC &... moreEscape the madness of the Royal Wedding with civilised company, and spirited competition at the Curborough Sprint on May Bank Holiday Sunday near Lichfield in Staffordshire. On average 100 Pre-war cars enter, rare Edwardian racers and traditional VSCC ‘Specials’ enter en masse. Highlights of this year’s entry include Mark Walker in his 1905 Darracq, Donald Day’s and Terry Crabb’s ERAs; David Leigh’s ex-Basil Davenport ‘Spider’ and wrath of Frazer Nash and GN Specials and a Riley ‘Blue Streak’ amongst many others. Many spectators arrive in Pre-war cars so a wander around the car park is a relaxing way to while away the day. The Curborough Sprint course is 1557 yards long and is located in beautiful countryside near Lichfield. Cars will participating in four runs each throughout the day (two practice, two timed). Practice runs commence at 9.00am with lunch between approximately1.00pm and 2.00pm, followed by an afternoon of timed runs in class orde... less
The Vintage Sports Car Club was founded in 1934 by a group of young men following a proposition in the now defunct magazine “The Light Car” that a ‘club for the not so rich’ be formed. The main concern was that the heyday of historic motoring was coming t... moreThe Vintage Sports Car Club was founded in 1934 by a group of young men following a proposition in the now defunct magazine “The Light Car” that a ‘club for the not so rich’ be formed. The main concern was that the heyday of historic motoring was coming to an end.
The original ethos still stands in that the VSCC is about actively enjoying our motoring heritage.
The membership spans a wide variety of people from all walks of life, and is currently topping an all time high of 7,500 members. The movement has a strong population of young, female and overseas members. The entire membership is extremely social which contributes to an atmosphere where an interest in the cars supersedes any concern for personal wealth or status.
What sort of events does the Club organise?
The Club organise five race meetings a year at Silverstone, Oulton Park, Cadwell, Mallory and Donington as well as hill climbs at Wiscombe, Shelsley Walsh, Prescott and Loton Park. There are also spri... less
DescriptionThe Vintage Sports Car Club was founded in 1934 by a group of young men following a proposition in the now defunct magazine “The Light Car” that a ‘club for the not so rich’ be formed. The main concern was that the heyday of historic motoring was coming to an end.
The original ethos still stands in that the VSCC is about actively enjoying our motoring heritage.
The membership spans a wide variety of people from all walks of life, and is currently topping an all time high of 7,500 members. The movement has a strong population of young, female and overseas members. The entire membership is extremely social which contributes to an atmosphere where an interest in the cars supersedes any concern for personal wealth or status.
What sort of events does the Club organise?
The Club organise five race meetings a year at Silverstone, Oulton Park, Cadwell, Mallory and Donington as well as hill climbs at Wiscombe, Shelsley Walsh, Prescott and Loton Park. There are also sprint events, driving tests, navigational rallies and tours. In the winter and spring months, off road trials are very popular.
Escape the madness of the Royal Wedding with civilised company, and spirited competition at the Curborough Sprint on May Bank Holiday Sunday near Lichfield in Staffordshire. On average 100 Pre-war cars enter, rare Edwardian racers and traditional VSCC ‘Specials’ enter en masse. Highlights of this year’s entry include Mark Walker in his 1905 Darracq, Donald Day’s and Terry Crabb’s ERAs; David Leigh’s ex-Basil Davenport ‘Spider’ and wrath of Fraze...
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