The West Dorset Magazine, March 25, 2022
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Motoring
ON PARADE: A selection of Jaguars on Weymouth seafront
Join the Jags in Childline fundraiser By Karen Bate newsdesk@westdorsetmag.co.uk
A breath-taking convoy of Jaguar cars will be winding its way from Weymouth through the villages and towns of West Dorset on Sunday, April 24 to raise money for Childline. The event is being hosted by members of the Dorset Region of Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club as part of Drive-it Day, a national event organised by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs, but you don’t need to be a member to join the procession, all you need is a Jaguar, old or new! Peter York, event organiser for the Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club, said: “We are expecting a wide spectrum of Jaguars ranging from some of the early models right up to the modern-day cars. The cars will be leaving Weymouth Promenade at about 11.30am for a drive that will take in some of West Dorset’s lovely villages culminating in a pub lunch in Charminster. “All owners of Jaguar cars
are welcome to join the club members on what should be a very enjoyable day, but prebooking is essential.” Weymouth Council has given permission for the day to start with an eyecatching collection of cars to be displayed on Weymouth Esplanade, near the clock tower, between 10.30am and 11.30am. National Drive It Day was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in 2005. Historic vehicle enthusiasts and motor vehicle fans have the chance to celebrate the One Thousand Mile Trial, which was organised in 1900 to prove the viability of the new invention - the motor vehicle. The event also raises awareness and support for the historic vehicle movement and keeping transport heritage on UK roads while raising money for good causes. A spokesperson from the FBHVC said: “FBHVC will continue to support the NSPCC’s Childline to raise money as an integrated part
of Drive it Day in order to use our movement to contribute to a section of society that has needed huge help and support during the pandemic – vulnerable children. “Lockdown has magnified all sorts of societal
problems and the long days and weeks trapped in broken homes or abusive environments have put vulnerable children even more at risk.” For more details please email peteryork970 @btinternet.com.
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