The Brunel Run is an annual event by the Bristol Area MG Owners' Club at the beginning of September. We believe it may now be the only weekend area MG event.

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 (preferably) and, hopefully, make a bit of money toward a charity along the way.

In 1994 we raised the princely sum of £150. It is a testament to Brunel attendees (and sadly inflation) that we are able to present a sum more in the region of £2000 to our charity these days.

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 camping facilities plus some indoor accommodation, a heated swimming pool and indoor games hall. All the funds raised go to help with worthwhile Bristol based charity that provides holidays for disadvantaged children from Bristol and surrounding area. Bristol Children’s Help Society is non-denominational and non-political. It exists to give needy children time away from the stresses of home life.

The weekend package currently includes two nights camping, two cooked ‘full English’ breakfasts (courtesy of Theo and his team who give their time freely to aid our charity), the run itself plus rally plaque, a meal on Saturday evening and Sunday self judging. All you need to bring (apart from your tent of course) is something to eat on Friday evening and some liquid refreshment. Recently our Friday Night Fish and Chip run has proved very popular, and we will probably be arranging this again. Please note on the booking form if you will be interested in this service, so that we may forewarn the excellent local chippy. (There are also other take away outlets nearby if you prefer.)

For those unable to make the whole weekend, we are always pleased to accept entries for the Saturday only. The entry fee includes The Brunel Run, a rally plaque, and light refreshments upon return to Barton Camp. "Run Only" guests can also book a breakfast and/or whatever delights we are providing for Saturday evening.

If we have run out of indoor accommodation and you don't feel like camping, here is some information on local accommodation which may be of interest.

Places for accommodation near Winscombe, North Somerset:
This is simply what I gleaned from Google and no endorsement is implied:

Woodborough Inn - www.woodborough-inn.co.uk - Sandford Road, Winscombe, Avon - 0193484 4167 [CENTRE OF THE VILLAGE OF WINSCOMBE]

Premier Inn Bristol Airport (Sidcot) -
www.premierinn.com - Bridgwater Road, Winscombe, Nr Bristol, Avon - 0871 527 8154

www.webbingtonhotelandspa.co.uk/ [WITHIN ABOUT A MILE]
Webbington Hotel & Spa Loxton Somerset BS26 2HU
Tel:+44(0) 1934 750100 Fax:+44(0) 1934 750020
sales@webbingtonhotel.eclipse.co.uk

Home Farm Cottages [NEAREST TO BARTON CAMP - ALMOST OPPOSITE THE DRIVEWAY]
Home Farm
Winscombe, Somerset BS25 1DX
01934 842 078 www.homefarmcottages.co.uk

Cherry Max Cottage Bed and Breakfast [JUST DOWN THE ROAD]
Cherry Max Cottage, Barton Road
Winscombe, Somerset BS25 1DP
01934 843 252 www.cherrymax.co.uk

Lyncombe Lodge Hotel -
www.lyncombelodge.co.uk - Lyncombe Dr, Sandford, Winscombe - 01934 854 800

Winston Manor Hotel - Bristol Airport Hotel and Bed and Breakfast
www.winstonmanorhotel.co.uk - Bristol Road, Winscombe - 01934 852 348

Penscot Inn & Barn Bistro -
www.penscot.co.uk - The Square, Shipham, Winscombe, Avon - 01934 842 659

The Beeches -
www.thebeecheschurchill.co.uk - Front Street, Winscombe, Bristol, Somerset - 01934 853 299