BRUNEL RUN WEEKEND LOWDOWN
The Brunel Run was held annually by BAMGOC until
2016 so some members 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
£1500 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, camping facilities plus 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 planning to hold the Brunel Run Weekend again in
2022. The weekend dates are 9-11 September with the run
itself on Saturday 10 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
We also offer camping on a spacious field with use of all the
facilities in the main building which is just yards away.
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For those booking for the whole weekend, full English breakfasts are included for
Saturday and Sunday plus a two course evening meal on Saturday followed by
entertainment.
On Friday evening we usually 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. 7.00–8.45am 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. 7.30 to 9.00am (followed by activities to be decided), Then
farewells and departures by 2pm
All the details are on the booking form which is available HERE.
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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
CAKE APPEAL
We will need home-made cakes to
feed our Brunel guests when they
return from the Brunel Run. If you
could make a cake then please let
Pauline or Helene know - email:
secretary.bamgoc@gmail.com