Beaulieu

The annual Graham Walker Memorial Run returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 22 August 2027. In tribute to the late Graham Walker, veteran, vintage and post-vintage machines of all makes built before 31 December 1940 will be displayed in the grounds of the National Motor Museum before roaring into life and setting off on a run around the New Forest. Graham Walker was one of the founders of the Sunbeam Motorcycle Club in 1924 and served as club president for many years. After retiring from racing he became editor of Motorcycling and went on to be the first curator of the Montagu Motor Museum, forerunner to the National Motor Museum. The best time to view the run is before participants leave between 10am and 12pm, and when they return between 1pm and 3.30pm. Full details on the Beaulieu Graham Walker Memorial […]

The National Motor Museum’s Sunbeam 1000hp restoration has been shortlisted for Restoration of the Year at the 2026 International Historic Motoring Awards, and the record-breaking car is also in the running for Car of the Year. Winners will be revealed at a ceremony on 13 November at The Peninsula London. The first car to achieve a land speed record of 200 mph is now on show at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.

Simply Jaguar returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 15 August 2027. All Jaguar owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up in the National Motor Museum grounds for a superb day for owners and enthusiasts. All ages and models of Jaguar and Daimler are welcome. The Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club, the largest Jaguar club in the world, will be displaying anniversary Jaguars from its members, and a trade show offers the chance to pick up parts and meet the club. Participants have the chance to win the People’s Choice Awards, selected by public vote. Admission includes all the Beaulieu attractions. Full details on the Beaulieu Simply Jaguar page.

Simply Aston Martin returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 11 July 2027. All Aston Martin owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up within the museum complex for a superb day out for owners and enthusiasts. All ages and models of Aston Martin are welcome, from early classics to the latest models. Owners can share the story behind their car in a relaxed arena Q&A with the show commentator at 1.30pm, and participants have the chance to win the People’s Choice Awards, selected by public vote. Admission includes all the Beaulieu attractions. Full details on the Beaulieu Simply Aston Martin page.

Simply Land Rover returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 4 July 2027. All Land Rover owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up within the museum complex for a superb day out for owners and enthusiasts alike. All ages and models of Land Rover are welcome, providing a great opportunity to admire some stunning vehicles on display. Participants have the chance to be chosen as winner of the People’s Choice Awards, selected by public vote, with prizes for the winner and runners-up. Club bookings are accepted for groups of ten or more vehicles, and admission includes all the Beaulieu attractions. Full details on the Beaulieu Simply Land Rover page.

The National Austin Seven Rally returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 27 June 2027, with Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland. Organized with the Pre-War Austin Seven Club, the day celebrates one of the world’s best-loved cars with an Austin autojumble, driving skills tests, a concours competition and prize-giving. All Austin 7s are welcome, along with other Austins and pre-1975 cars registered in advance with the organizer. The first Austin Seven rally at Beaulieu took place in 1963, making this one of the longest-running Austin Seven events in the world. Admission includes all the Beaulieu attractions. Full details on the Beaulieu National Austin Seven Rally page.

National Mini Day returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 13 June 2027, one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the Mini calendar. The event showcases Minis of all types, from early Austins and 1960s Coopers to the latest models, with displays from the various Mini Cooper Register registers, regalia and membership tents for those wishing to join or renew. Trade stands, special show offers and Trunk Traders selling Miniobilia round out the day, and the popular Concours d’Elegance is judged throughout, with winners announced in the afternoon. Admission includes all the Beaulieu attractions, which remain open until 6pm. Full details on the Beaulieu National Mini Day page.

The automotive treasure hunt returns to Beaulieu on 15 and 16 May 2027, as the contents of hundreds of garages, sheds, lock-ups and lofts go on sale for the weekend at the Spring Autojumble. The Vintage Market is a dedicated trading area for sellers of vintage and retro wares, while the Automart is the place to find all manner of motors on sale. A Sunday highlight is Trunk Traders, ideal for anyone looking to sell surplus motoring paraphernalia. Moggyfest returns with a “Working Minors” display celebrating the Morris Minor’s working past, from Post Office vans to police cars and district nurses’ cars. Tickets include entry to the event as well as all the Beaulieu attractions, including the National Motor Museum. Full details on the Beaulieu Spring Autojumble page.

National Drive-It Day returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 25 April 2027. Launched in 2005 by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs to celebrate motoring heritage, Drive-It Day marks the One Thousand Mile Trial of 1900, which demonstrated the potential of the newly invented motor vehicle. The event also raises funds for children’s charity NSPCC, with a portion of each participant ticket going to the charity. Owners of pre-2005 vehicles of any make and model are invited to join the celebration at Beaulieu and show their support for keeping motoring heritage alive on UK roads. All participants have the chance to be chosen as the winner of the Best in Show Award, selected by public vote, with prizes for the winner and runners-up. Club bookings are accepted for groups of ten or more vehicles. Full details and tickets are on […]

Classic Rover Parts won Best Stand at the 2026 Beaulieu International Autojumble, which also featured an expanded Classic Car Park, MGs in the Automart and tributes to longtime regulars.

The mighty Sunbeam 1000hp will make its post-restoration debut at the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California before attempting a centennial run at Daytona the following spring. Organisers of the prestigious automotive gathering announced today that the Sunbeam 1000hp will Headline Special Curated Class at the 75th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. The legendary vehicle is currently being restored at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu in Hampshire, England. The aim of the restoration campaign is to return the British engineering icon to Daytona Beach, Florida, in 2027, marking 100 years since it broke the 200mph Land Speed Record in 1927. Significant milestones in its restoration have been met including having the colossal 22.4 litre Matabele V12 aero engine roar to life once again.

The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has started the year with news that it has reached the £50,000 mark with its Sunbeam 1000hp restoration campaign.

Beaulieu is set to launch Bond in Motion – No Time To Die, a new exhibition featuring the iconic cars, gadgets, and costumes from the latest 007 film. The exhibition will be unveiled in the National Motor Museum on October 15th, shortly after the film’s UK release on September 30th.

The International Autojumble returned to Beaulieu on September 4 & 4 for a busy weekend of non-stop buying and selling, attracting over 25,000 showgoers who turned out in force despite the impact of Brexit and Covid restrictions on international visitors.

Beaulieu is excited to announce its calendar of events for 2021, with three brand new shows joining familiar favorites for a line-up of exciting, enjoyable shows to look forward to in the grounds of the National Motor Museum and Palace House.

Join the double celebration at Beaulieu’s Spring Autojumble on May 18th and 19th, with the 25th anniversary of the popular event and Mini 60 celebrating six decades of the iconic Mini. A highlight of Beaulieu’s events calendar since it was launched in 1994, Spring Autojumble’s quarter century will be marked with a silver-themed event as jumblers are invited to decorate stands and send their memories and pictures to [email protected].

Beaulieu’s new events season gets off to a stylish start with Simply Aston Martin on Sunday, April 7th as it marks the 25thanniversary of the DB7 going into production. More than 300 Aston Martins are expected to gather in the grounds of the National Motor Museum for the fourth Simply Aston Martin rally, with an impressive display to celebrate one of the world’s most revered sports car marques. A special area will be set aside for Aston Martin DB7s, from coupes to Volante convertibles powered by smooth six-cylinders to brutal V12 engines. An important landmark in the company’s history, the DB7 reintroduced the legendary ‘DB’ title after a two-decade break – and all are welcome to join the display.

We got this report from reader Russell Browne regarding the Spring Autojumble at Beaulieu and the British Racing Motors (BRM) V16 that made an appearance there. A quick line and photo from the Spring Autojumble at Beaulieu this side of the pond. Last weekend the weather was good for the Beaulieu Spring Autojumble fo 19/ 20 May 2018. Thousands of people gathered to look for sought-after bits and pieces amongst the many trade stands. The photo was taken at lunchtime when many folk made for the benches in the shade of the oaks. The highlight drawing many people was the startup of the 1950 BRM V16 with a newly restored engine. The Chief Engineer of the National Motor Museum took to the cockpit of the historic British Formula One car for the auspicious occasion. The V16 came to life immediately and sounded fantastic! […]