BAMGOC Bristol Area MG Owners Club
BRUNEL RUN WEEKEND LOWDOWN The Brunel Run was held annually by BAMGOC until 2016 and revived in 2022 so some of you may have no idea what it is all about. Like many good ideas, the Brunel Run was born in a pub, the initial brainchild of Danny Fenton, Simon Hawkes and George Barnard. The ethos of the weekend has always been to enjoy a great run out in an MG (not compulsory) and, hopefully, make a bit of money toward a charity along the way. In 1993 the princely sum of £150 was raised. It is a testament to Brunel attendees that in later years we have been able to present a sum more in the region of £2500 to our charity. Since 2007 we have been privileged to use the premises of the Bristol Children's Help Society at Barton Camp near Winscombe. The facilities there are fantastic, with indoor accommodation and a heated swimming pool. All the funds raised go to help with this worthwhile charity that exists to give needy children time away from the stresses of home life. We are holding the Brunel Run Weekend again in 2024 - provisional weekend dates are 6-8 September with the run itself on Saturday 7 September. The indoor accommodation at Barton is referred to as “dormitory” but don’t be fooled! There are comfortable beds in bright, clean rooms and we only allocate one couple to each room. Toilets and showers are right next door to the rooms. You will, however, need to bring pillows and sleeping bags or sheets/duvets [SCROLL DOWN FOR A LIST OF WEBSITES WITH ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION] For those booking for the whole weekend, full English breakfasts are included for Saturday and Sunday plus an evening meal on Saturday usually followed by entertainment. On Friday evening we arrange for a pre-ordered delivery of fish and chips or you can bring a meal with you. Alcohol is BYO but tea/coffee is available all weekend in the refectory. If you don’t want to stay at Barton, you can just come for the day for the Brunel Run on the Saturday The usual programme of events is something like this: Friday: The site is open from 3.00pm Saturday: Breakfast from approx. 7.30-8.45am in the refectory. The Brunel Run starts from about 9.30 - a scenic mystery drive of around 90 miles with tea and cake on your return to Barton Camp. Later on Saturday evening, after your chance to watch the sun set over the Somerset countryside, we will sit down together for dinner followed by entertainment. Sunday: Breakfast approx. 8.00-9.15am (followed by activities to be decided), Then farewells and departures by 2pm . Barton Camp is fabulous and the Brunel Weekend has always been known for its friendly, sociable, relaxed atmosphere. Here are some pictures to tempt you……..

The Brunel Run

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PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2015

PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2014

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Thank you to all who came to Brunel 2023. We hope you enjoyed yourselves and will recommend Brunel 2024 to all your friends. Dates for Brunel 2024 are 6-8 September 2024 - save the date! (BRUNEL RUN: 7th September 2024) (FULL WEEKEND: 6th-8th September 2024) BOOKING FORM FOR BRUNEL 2024 AVAILABLE HERE! PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR BOOKING MAY NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED UNTIL END FEBRUARY. Our thanks to everyone who contributed, helped, cooked, washed up etc. at Brunel 2023 FOR PHOTOS OF BRUNEL 2023 - CLICK HERE (or just scroll down the page) For downloadable photos look below the 2023 slideshows.
BRUNEL RUN 2023 Another successful Brunel Run completed! First, the THANK YOUS: Thanks to everyone who came and made the weekend such a pleasure. Thanks to Barton Camp for the use of their fabulous venue Thanks to Theo and his assistant (whose name I have unfortunaley forgotten) for the sumptuous breakfasts and to Liz Lewis for slaving over a hot stove for so long to present us with a wonderful evening meal. Thanks to Ben Marotta (otherwise known as Bennie Vee who entertained us so royally. Thanks to Tim Pryce-Jones for making the Brunel Trophy Thanks also go of course to the team who shopped, washed up, raffled, photographed, waved off, decorated and generally organised and helped to run the event. We couldn’t do it without all of you! Winners of various prizes were: Chairman’s Choice: 1. Janet & Neil Gorton Martock, MGA MK1 1600 ROADSTER 2. Andrew & Hazel Wenzel MGB ROADSTER 3. Paul & Julia Flowers MGF FREESTYLE Brunel Quiz: Simon & Diane Pearson Furthest travelled from home: Joint winners from same address - David & Alison South (MG TF 160) and Alex South & Agi Viksnina (MG TF 135) from Retford Nottinghamshire, 219.3 miles Brunel Quiz Tie-Breaker comments include: The Brunel Run is………….. fun when roads are closed but Google saves the day the most fun you can have topless!! The MG Club event of the year MGnificent fun with wonderfol new friends and fabulous cars fun, fantastic, fabulous views, friendly, fundraising and flaming hot!!! “such fun” BRilliant, UNforgetable, ELitist
Furthest travelled from home
Chairman’s Choice 3rd place
Chairman’s Choice 2nd place
Chairman’s Choice 1st place
Brunel Quiz Winners
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BAMGOC Bristol Area MG Owners Club
BAMGOC Bristol Area MG Owners Club
BRUNEL RUN WEEKEND LOWDOWN The Brunel Run was held annually by BAMGOC until 2016 and revived in 2022 so some of you may have no idea what it is all about. Like many good ideas, the Brunel Run was born in a pub, the initial brainchild of Danny Fenton, Simon Hawkes and George Barnard. The ethos of the weekend has always been to enjoy a great run out in an MG (not compulsory) and, hopefully, make a bit of money toward a charity along the way. In 1993 the princely sum of £150 was raised. It is a testament to Brunel attendees that in later years we have been able to present a sum more in the region of £2500 to our charity. Since 2007 we have been privileged to use the premises of the Bristol Children's Help Society at Barton Camp near Winscombe. The facilities there are fantastic, with indoor accommodation and a heated swimming pool. All the funds raised go to help with this worthwhile charity that exists to give needy children time away from the stresses of home life. We are holding the Brunel Run Weekend again in 2024 - provisional weekend dates are 6-8 September with the run itself on Saturday 7 September. The indoor accommodation at Barton is referred to as “dormitory” but don’t be fooled! There are comfortable beds in bright, clean rooms and we only allocate one couple to each room. Toilets and showers are right next door to the rooms. You will, however, need to bring pillows and sleeping bags or sheets/duvets [SCROLL DOWN FOR A LIST OF WEBSITES WITH ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION] For those booking for the whole weekend, full English breakfasts are included for Saturday and Sunday plus an evening meal on Saturday usually followed by entertainment. On Friday evening we arrange for a pre- ordered delivery of fish and chips or you can bring a meal with you. Alcohol is BYO but tea/coffee is available all weekend in the refectory. If you don’t want to stay at Barton, you can just come for the day for the Brunel Run on the Saturday The usual programme of events is something like this: Friday: The site is open from 3.00pm Saturday: Breakfast from approx. 7.30- 8.45am in the refectory. The Brunel Run starts from about 9.30 - a scenic mystery drive of around 90 miles with tea and cake on your return to Barton Camp. Later on Saturday evening, after your chance to watch the sun set over the Somerset countryside, we will sit down together for dinner followed by entertainment. Sunday: Breakfast approx. 8.00-9.15am (followed by activities to be decided), Then farewells and departures by 2pm . Barton Camp is fabulous and the Brunel Weekend has always been known for its friendly, sociable, relaxed atmosphere. Here are some pictures to tempt you……..

The Brunel Run

PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2016

PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2015

PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2014

© 2022
General photos of Brunel 2022
Start photos of Brunel 2022

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Thank you to all who came to Brunel 2023. We hope you enjoyed yourselves and will recommend Brunel 2024 to all your friends. Dates for Brunel 2024 are 6- 8 September 2024 - save the date! (BRUNEL RUN: 7th September 2024) (FULL WEEKEND: 6th-8th September 2024) BOOKING FORM FOR BRUNEL 2024 AVAILABLE HERE! PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR BOOKING MAY NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED UNTIL END FEBRUARY. Our thanks to everyone who contributed, helped, cooked, washed up etc. at Brunel 2023 FOR PHOTOS OF BRUNEL 2023 - CLICK HERE (or just scroll down the page) For downloadable photos look below the 2023 slideshows.
BRUNEL RUN 2023 Another successful Brunel Run completed! First, the THANK YOUS: Thanks to everyone who came and made the weekend such a pleasure. Thanks to Barton Camp for the use of their fabulous venue Thanks to Theo and his assistant (whose name I have unfortunaley forgotten) for the sumptuous breakfasts and to Liz Lewis for slaving over a hot stove for so long to present us with a wonderful evening meal. Thanks to Ben Marotta (otherwise known as Bennie Vee who entertained us so royally. Thanks to Tim Pryce-Jones for making the Brunel Trophy Thanks also go of course to the team who shopped, washed up, raffled, photographed, waved off, decorated and generally organised and helped to run the event. We couldn’t do it without all of you! Winners of various prizes were: Chairman’s Choice: 1. Janet & Neil Gorton Martock, MGA MK1 1600 ROADSTER 2. Andrew & Hazel Wenzel MGB ROADSTER 3. Paul & Julia Flowers MGF FREESTYLE Brunel Quiz: Simon & Diane Pearson Furthest travelled from home: Joint winners from same address - David & Alison South (MG TF 160) and Alex South & Agi Viksnina (MG TF 135) from Retford Nottinghamshire, 219.3 miles Brunel Quiz Tie-Breaker comments include: The Brunel Run is………….. fun when roads are closed but Google saves the day the most fun you can have topless!! The MG Club event of the year MGnificent fun with wonderfol new friends and fabulous cars fun, fantastic, fabulous views, friendly, fundraising and flaming hot!!! “such fun” BRilliant, UNforgetable, ELitist
Furthest travelled from home
Chairman’s Choice 3rd place
Chairman’s Choice 2nd place
Chairman’s Choice 1st place
Brunel Quiz Winners
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BAMGOC Bristol Area MG Owners Club
BRUNEL RUN WEEKEND LOWDOWN The Brunel Run was held annually by BAMGOC until 2016 and revived in 2022 so some of you may have no idea what it is all about. Like many good ideas, the Brunel Run was born in a pub, the initial brainchild of Danny Fenton, Simon Hawkes and George Barnard. The ethos of the weekend has always been to enjoy a great run out in an MG (not compulsory) and, hopefully, make a bit of money toward a charity along the way. In 1993 the princely sum of £150 was raised. It is a testament to Brunel attendees that in later years we have been able to present a sum more in the region of £2500 to our charity. Since 2007 we have been privileged to use the premises of the Bristol Children's Help Society at Barton Camp near Winscombe. The facilities there are fantastic, with indoor accommodation and a heated swimming pool. All the funds raised go to help with this worthwhile charity that exists to give needy children time away from the stresses of home life. We are holding the Brunel Run Weekend again in 2024 - provisional weekend dates are 6-8 September with the run itself on Saturday 7 September. The indoor accommodation at Barton is referred to as “dormitory” but don’t be fooled! There are comfortable beds in bright, clean rooms and we only allocate one couple to each room. Toilets and showers are right next door to the rooms. You will, however, need to bring pillows and sleeping bags or sheets/duvets [SCROLL DOWN FOR A LIST OF WEBSITES WITH ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION] For those booking for the whole weekend, full English breakfasts are included for Saturday and Sunday plus an evening meal on Saturday usually followed by entertainment. On Friday evening we arrange for a pre-ordered delivery of fish and chips or you can bring a meal with you. Alcohol is BYO but tea/coffee is available all weekend in the refectory. If you don’t want to stay at Barton, you can just come for the day for the Brunel Run on the Saturday The usual programme of events is something like this: Friday: The site is open from 3.00pm Saturday: Breakfast from approx. 7.30-8.45am in the refectory. The Brunel Run starts from about 9.30 - a scenic mystery drive of around 90 miles with tea and cake on your return to Barton Camp. Later on Saturday evening, after your chance to watch the sun set over the Somerset countryside, we will sit down together for dinner followed by entertainment. Sunday: Breakfast approx. 8.00-9.15am (followed by activities to be decided), Then farewells and departures by 2pm . Barton Camp is fabulous and the Brunel Weekend has always been known for its friendly, sociable, relaxed atmosphere. Here are some pictures to tempt you……..

The Brunel Run

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PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2015

PICS FROM BRUNEL RUN 2014

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Thank you to all who came to Brunel 2023. We hope you enjoyed yourselves and will recommend Brunel 2024 to all your friends. Dates for Brunel 2024 are 6-8 September 2024 - save the date! (BRUNEL RUN: 7th September 2024) (FULL WEEKEND: 6th-8th September 2024) BOOKING FORM FOR BRUNEL 2024 AVAILABLE HERE! PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR BOOKING MAY NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED UNTIL END FEBRUARY. Our thanks to everyone who contributed, helped, cooked, washed up etc. at Brunel 2023 FOR PHOTOS OF BRUNEL 2023 - CLICK HERE (or just scroll down the page) For downloadable photos look below the 2023 slideshows.
BRUNEL RUN 2023 Another successful Brunel Run completed! First, the THANK YOUS: Thanks to everyone who came and made the weekend such a pleasure. Thanks to Barton Camp for the use of their fabulous venue Thanks to Theo and his assistant (whose name I have unfortunaley forgotten) for the sumptuous breakfasts and to Liz Lewis for slaving over a hot stove for so long to present us with a wonderful evening meal. Thanks to Ben Marotta (otherwise known as Bennie Vee who entertained us so royally. Thanks to Tim Pryce-Jones for making the Brunel Trophy Thanks also go of course to the team who shopped, washed up, raffled, photographed, waved off, decorated and generally organised and helped to run the event. We couldn’t do it without all of you! Winners of various prizes were: Chairman’s Choice: 1. Janet & Neil Gorton Martock, MGA MK1 1600 ROADSTER 2. Andrew & Hazel Wenzel MGB ROADSTER 3. Paul & Julia Flowers MGF FREESTYLE Brunel Quiz: Simon & Diane Pearson Furthest travelled from home: Joint winners from same address - David & Alison South (MG TF 160) and Alex South & Agi Viksnina (MG TF 135) from Retford Nottinghamshire, 219.3 miles Brunel Quiz Tie-Breaker comments include: The Brunel Run is………….. fun when roads are closed but Google saves the day the most fun you can have topless!! The MG Club event of the year MGnificent fun with wonderfol new friends and fabulous cars fun, fantastic, fabulous views, friendly, fundraising and flaming hot!!! “such fun” BRilliant, UNforgetable, ELitist
Furthest travelled from home
Chairman’s Choice 3rd place
Chairman’s Choice 2nd place
Chairman’s Choice 1st place
Brunel Quiz Winners
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Start photos of Brunel 2023

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