South Yorkshire TSSC

 

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DECEMBER 2011

 

With the end of 2011 rapidly approaching, it seems an ideal time to review the SY TSSC year, and what another busy one we’ve had!  Meetings have gone from strength to strength with new members coming – and more importantly, staying. Our range of Triumphs has also expanded to include a  TR4 A, a couple of TR6s, two 2.5 S Estates, a Mk 2, 2000 and a really rather rare Mk 1, 2.5 pi Estate. 

The monthly quiz has been well received with everyone having a go at setting one, club funds are healthy and the two SY TSSC Kidz Klub events, during the Easter and Summer holidays, seemed to go down well. 

We now keep everyone up to date, not only with our monthly newsletter, the Triumph Tribune, but we’ve also discovered the delights of blogging on the TSSC website and launched our updated SY TSSC website, www.southyorkshiretssc.yolasite.com.  Two SY TSSC cars have also been featured in the Courier and the Area Showtime feature, gave us an opportunity to share the delights of Runswick Bay with everyone

On the events front, we started the year off in January with a track day at Oulton Park and we warmed up with a delicious Spice night in February.  In March we headed down to Stoneleigh Spares day, Scarborough for some bracing sea air and supported the newly formed Hallamshire area, at their first meeting.

In April, we joined the West Yorkshire crowd at their Drive it Day at the National Railway Museum in York and enjoyed a lovely sunny Sunday at the Misson Classic car meet.  May was a particularly busy month with the now legendary North Yorkshire Triumph Weekend at Runswick Bay and a week later we joined the Hallamshire’s run to Bridlington on the east coast, to add to the 300 or so classic cars gracing the spectacular cliff top setting of Sewerby Hall. In June we enjoyed our first run to the jewel in our midst, Brodsworth Hall for the Father’s Day Classic Car event.

On to the second half of the year, we were invited to put on a display in the arena at the Doncaster Classic Car and Bike Show and enjoyed a get together at Steve n Julie’s Anniversary bash in July.  In August we headed down to Stafford to join the International Weekend, where SY TSSC scooped 3 awards, Ist Bond, 2^nd GT6 and 3^rd Spitfire. Later that month we returned to Brodsworth Hall for another chilled out Sunday amongst some fine classics. In September, we enjoyed our annual Club BBQ, our final camp of the year at the Providence in Yedingham,  in the North Yorkshire Moors and enjoyed an Indian meal as we bid Gareth a fond farewell as he headed off to Uni.

In October we joined the St Leger Rally to the Trolley bus Museum and the Autumn National Triumph Show at Donnington. In November we enjoyed Pie n Peas at our Bonfire Party and in December, we’ll round the year of nicely with our Christmas night out at the Crown Inn.  Phew! If you’ve not managed to make it along yet to our meetings, why not make 2012 the year you give it a shot?  – We’re a friendly, diverse group of all ages, with a wide range of knowledge and experience on Triumph cars, life in general and a determination to get out and about and enjoy life, in our cars.

Finally, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support, and hope you’ve all enjoyed the year as much as I have. After two years it’s time for me to hand the reigns over to someone with fresh ideas and I’m sure that whoever that is, they’ll continue to receive the support that makes SY TSSC work as well as it does.

Happy Christmas to one and all,  and here’s to a successful 2012 ....

Au Revoir

Paula x

OCTOBER 2011 

 

The weather may be on the turn, but that didn't stop the great turnout for September's meeting. The TV Theme tune quiz appeared to go down well, and congratulations to Richard and Julie who knew their Mary from their Mungo and Midge! Thanks also to everyone who took part in the vote for the People's Choice Trophy. This prestigious award goes to Al and his very nice Mark 2 GT6 , with George's Vitesse in at second place. Well done guys!

On the event front, we've hardly had time to touch base with Stafford, Brodsworth and the Club BBQ on successive weekends. SY TSSC did extremely well at the International concours with Ian and Alice collecting a well deserved first prize for their Bond, AL n Corrinne 2^nd prize with their GT6 and all my hard work grinding and welding finally paid off when PJC won 3^rd Spitfire!! (wot no photo?!!) Congratulations also to Julie & Adrian from the Hallamshire area for their win.

Brodsworth was a quieter affair than the Father's Day event, but still a nice selection of cars and the picnic table was nicely set off by Maggie's exclusive SY TSSC table cover! Finally the Club BBQ was a fantastic night with 35 of us enjoying a night of fine wine and dining, worked off by some rather interesting dance moves! Thanks again to Richard and Julie for all their hard work to ensure everyone had a great time.

 

By the time you read this, we'll have been to the Clifton Park Rally and the hardy one's will have headed off to Yedingham for a final camp (brr- not me - not likely!).

Into October, we've our meeting on Tues 4^th, the St Leger Rally and run to the Trolley bus museum at Sandtoft on Sun 16^th Oct, the Hallamshire meet's on Mon 17^th Oct, and our Noggin n Natter on Tues 18^th Oct. In November, we've our meeting on the 1^st, the Bonfire Party on the 5^th, our Noggin n Natter on the 15^th and the Hallamshire meeting on the 21^st. You are very welcome to join us

Finally we wish a Bon Voyage and Good Luck to Gareth as he heads off to University to become a teacher We'll miss you!

SEPTEMBER 2011 

Auust's meeting was again very well attended. Thanks to Amanda who set the quiz and congratulations to joint winners, Malcolm and Janet and Steve. We'll be voting for the SY TSSC People's Choice trophy winner, at September's meeting, so I'll let you know who scoops this prestigious award next time!

Thanks to Julie & Steve for inviting us all to their Pearl Anniversary Party Surely far too young to be celebrating 30 years of wedded bliss- a great night was had by all. Congratulations once again!

The Doncaster Classic Car & Bike Show, a growing annual event held by the Traditional Car Club of Doncaster and the Rotary Club and in aid of local charities, was also a great Sunday chill out. Thirteen of us in six Triumphs and an MG enjoyed fabulous weather, lots of entertainment, including a Lancaster Bomber flyover and a great selection of classic cars, bikes and commercials. We were also invited into the arena to display our cars and discuss the joys of a Triumphood. Thanks to Richard O, John, Ian, George and his friend who all joined in and didn't leave me standing alone!

 

By the time you read this we'll have also had our SY TSSC Kidz Klub, been down to Stafford where SY TSSC have sponsored one of the Friday night Races, paid our second visit of the year to old favorite, Brodsworth Hall Classic Car Show and had our annual Summer BBQ, always a great night. I'll let you know how we get on next time.

Looking ahead we still have lot's going on with the Rotherham Vintage Rally at Clifton Park on Sun 11^th Sept, the Hallamshire Meet on Mon 19^th Sept and our mid monthly meeting on Tues 20^th Sept.

In October, our meeting at the Crown, Barnburgh is on Tues 4^th October, there's the St Leger Rally at the Trolley Bus Museum at Sandtoft on Sun 16^th Oct, the Hallamshire meet on Mon 17^th Oct and our mid month meet on Tues 18^th October. Finally the Xmas Night Out has been changed to Friday 16^th December- so please put it in your diary now.

Please also remember to keep an eye on our new website at www.southyorkshiretssc.yolasite.com and send me in anything you'd like including.

Until next time

Paula x

AUGUST 2011

 

I'm pleased to report the new SY TSSC website has now been launched. There's lots of content, including Member's Cars, events photos, the Club Calendar, Tribunes and Courier area news. You can send messages through using the Contact Us page, and there’s a Blog, for the latest news.  The old website, complete with photos and some excellent old advertising videos, is also archived on the new site. Thanks to Ron for all his efforts over the years with the previous site. Please check the new site out at www.southyorkshiretssc.yolasite.com and let me know what you think - please send me in your photos and may be a few words about your car.

 

Onto events and Brodsworth Hall Classic Cars for Father's Day was another enjoyable day.  The weather was again very kind to us, the picnics and wine overflowth and there was a great array of classic and vintage cars and commercials.  By the time you read this, we will have also been to Doncaster Classic Car & Bike Show, so I’ll let you know how we get on next time.

Looking ahead, we’ve our meeting at the Crown on Tues 2^nd Aug, Hallamshire meet on Mon 15^th Aug, our Noggin n Natter/SY TSSC Kidz Klub on Tues 16^th Aug. We’re off to Stafford Fri-Sun 19^th – 21^st Aug, and returning to Brodsworth Hall on Sun 28^th Aug (nb. Sewerby Hall, EY Thor’ bred CC Show is also on this date).  Into September, there’s the Club BBQ on Sat 3^rd Sept, our meeting/Trophy night on Tues 6^th Sept, Rotherham Clifton Park Rally on Sun 11^th Sept, the Hallamshire Meet on Mon 19^th ,our N & N on Tues 20^th Sept and the Mile of Triumphs on Fri 23rd-Sun 25^th Sept

That's all for this time

Paula

  July 2011

With the season in full swing, SY TSSC continues to enjoy getting out and about in our cars and enjoying the Triumph scene.

The North Yorkshire Triumph Weekend at Runswick Bay near Whitby saw a great turnout, with thirty of us in 8 Triumphs,and a few moderns to hold all the camping gear! After pitching up, we had a respectable stab at the friday night quiz at the meet n greet. On the Saturday some of the crowd headed off on the run across the Moors, whilst others went into Whitby for a bit of retail therapy. Ok, hailstones were a bit of a surprise, but thankfully short lived. We met up back at the campsite for a BBQ cook off, before heading up to the marquee for the live band in the evening. Sunday morning saw the usual flurry of last minute waxing, before the cars assembled for the informal concours. Another great weekend - bring on Stafford - Remember to look out your legwarmers!

The Hallamshire run to the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Classic Car Show at Sewerby Park nr Bridlington was another Triumph, with around 300 classic cars converging on this historic hall, nestling on it's spectacular cliff top setting. There's another one on the 28^th August, so we might just pop along again.

Meetings continue to be well attended with a growing number of Triumphs now appearing in the car park with 11 at the last count! Congratulations to John n Maggie for winning the May's music quiz and Kate n Spike for all their help. John and Maggie then set their own challenge for June's meeting and well done to George who won the the day.

By the time you read this we'll also have been to the Brodsworth Hall Classic Cars for Father's Day event, so I'll let you know how we get on next time.

So what does the next couple of months hold in store for us? Well in July we've the Club meeting on Tues 5^th July,

Rescue Day 2011 on Sat 9^th July, a fantastic “free” day (donations to Help for Heroes, the Air Ambulance and several emergency services charities). All the major emergency services hold “live” demonstrations to show what they do and how they do it; an action packed day!

Held at 7 Lakes Country Park, Crowle off J2 of the M180. Please see www.rescue day.com for more details.

Then there's the Hallamshire Meet's on Mon 18^th July, our Noggin n Natter on Tues 19^th July, and Julie n Steve's Anniversary Party on Sat 23^rd July. Finally there's the Doncaster Classic Car & Bike Show held by the Traditional Car Club of Doncaster & Rotary Club, on Sun 24^th July at Doncaster School for the Deaf, Leger Way (opposite the Racecourse) DN2 6AY. This event is well worth a trip out, with a wide range of classic cars, bikes and commercials and lots of family entertainment, including live Jazz music, autojumble, children's rides and a BBMF Lancaster flypast. Please see www.doncasterclassiccarshow.co.uk for booking forms and more details.

In August, our meeting's on Tues 2^nd, Hallamshire's is on Mon 15^th, our Noggin n Natter& Kidz Klub on Tues 16^th, Stafford's on 19th-21^st and our return trip to Brodsworth Hall on Sun 28^th.

So quite a lot coming up again. Hope to see you soon! Paula x

 

 

JUNE 2011  

Half way through the year already and events in South Yorkshire are in full swing. Ian & Alice, John & Maggie and Dave & Sheila had a great time at the West Yorkshire Drive it Day to York National Railway Museum and the 2^nd Hallamshire meet gave us a very enjoyable midweek break. The SY TSSC Kidz Klub was a resounding success with 8 kids, Mya, Rhianna, Tilly, Beth, Charlotte, James, Lewis, and Tia enjoying the Easter-themed activities, egg hunt and just chilling out together. Look out for another SY TSSC Kidz Klub in the summer holidays. An impromptu run out to the The Angel at Misson saw 11 of us enjoy a sunny afternoon chilling with friends amongst some fine classics.

May's meeting saw 20 of us in 11 Triumphs. In the evening sun, the car park was a splendid sight indeed! It was great to welcome back Lisa and Carl from the Hallamshire area, Andy & Dawn and Colin & Amanda. The music quiz went down well, with an intros round and questions ranging from the 1950s to present day. Congratulations to John and Maggie who won the bottle of wine and thanks to Kate and Spike for their help.

By the time you read this we'll have enjoyed Runswick Bay North Yorkshire Triumph Weekend and the Hallamshire Run to East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Classic Car Show at Sewerby Park nr Bridlington. I'll let you know how we get on next time.

So what else have we got to look forward to? Well there's the Club meeting and Maggie's quiz on 7^th June, Brodsworth Hall Classic Cars for Father's Day on Sun 19^th June, the Hallamshire Meet on Mon 20th June, our Noggin and Natter on Tues 21^st June .

 In July we've the Club meeting on Tues 5^th July, Rescue Day on Sat 9^th July, the Hallamshire Meet on Mon 18^th July, Noggin n Natter on Tues 19^th July, Julie n Steve's Anniversary Party on Sat 23^rd July. Finally there's the Doncaster Classic Car & Bike Show held by the Traditional Car Club of Doncaster and the Rotary Club, on Sun 24^th July at Doncaster School for the Deaf, Leger Way (opposite the Racecourse) DN2 6AY. This event is well worth a trip out, with a wide range of classic cars, bikes and commercials and lots of family entertainment, including live Jazz music, autojumble, children's rides and a BBMF Lancaster flypast. Please see www.doncasterclassiccarshow.co.uk for more details.  Remember, if you can't make it along to the meetings for whatever reason,

you'll always be made welcome at any of the events we attend. Why not come

along and join in the fun!

 

 

 

                                       MAY 2011  

 Looking towards the early summer, we have lots planned. The NYTW at Runswick bay's website (www.nytw.org.uk)is now taking bookings for this iconic weekend on 13th-15^th May. Please remember the camp site fees are extra, and they've finally launched their own website www.runswickbaycaravanandcampingpark.co.uk. The Hallamshire meet on Tues 17^th May and their run to Sewerby Park Classic Car Show at Brid on Sunday 22^nd May will give us an opportunity to complete this years 'tour' of the east coast.

 

June is also looking busy with the Dales Run 10th-12^th June, the Robin Hood Rally 17th-19^th June, Brodswoth Hall Classic Cars for Father's Day on Sun 19^th June and the Derwent Valley Peak Run

24-26^th June. I'm still awaiting confirmation of the date for this year's Hickleton Hall Garden Party & Classic Car Show.

 

Finally we're considering holding an auto jumble at one of our meetings later in the year, but first I need to be really sure some auto jumble will be brought along. Please start rummaging through your garages AND let me know if you are interested in bringing items along.

Finally, feel free to pop along to our meetings first and third Tuesdays from 8pm, at the Crown Inn, Barnburgh, Doncaster.

We enjoy complimentary snacks, quizzes and a good old Yorkshire natter. Hope to see you soon!

 

 

APRIL 2011 

Well, it's official – Spring is finally here – what a long winter we've had!While we've managed to keep ourselves busy in the South Yorkshire area, it'll be nice to get out and about and enjoy our cars, in the fresh air.

Maggie and Johns' Spice night was a great success. We knew we were in for a treat, having sampled her divine Bailey's Cheesecake, Maggie's delicious cooking, and John's impeccable hosting skills, ensured we all had a fabulous night.

9 of the guys,(Al, Lewis, Dunc, Shaun, Pete, Luke, Gareth, Tony and Richard) also enjoyed some brisk top down motoring to Stoneleigh, where they managed to secure some much needed parts.

By the time you read this we'll also have had the run out to Scarborough on the beautiful East coast, and also joined in the fun at the inaugural meeting of the new Hallamshire area.

Looking ahead, Pete and I will be heading down to the TSSC Spring Open Day on Sat 9^th April and attending the AO Road-show and AGM on the Sunday. So if you'd like to join us or if there's anything you'd like me to discuss for you, please let me know.

We're also beginning to check out the camping gear ready for our first camp of the year at the North Yorkshire Triumph Weekend, Runswick Bay near Whitby 13^th - 15^th May. Usual format is Meet n Greet on Friday night, scenic run over the Moors during the day on Sat, live band and disco at night and informal concurs on the Sunday. Please get in touch if you'd like to join us. June is looking busy with the Hickleton Hall Sunday Garden Party (date TBC), Brodsworth Hall Classic Car's for Father's Day Sunday 19^th June and the Derwent Rally Peak Run 24-26^th June.

 

On the meeting front, March saw 13 of us take part in Pete's TV themed car quiz, (you call yourselves a car club)! The Thornton's choccies and mini bottle of wine was

commendably won by Miles, who left the other's, MILES behind (Sorry!)

We also discussed our local website as it's not up to date at present. All members in the DN and S postcodes, who've registered their email addresses with the TSSC, are currently sent the e-Tribune each month to keep them up to date. Please get in touch if you would like to receive it and also check out the TSSC website Area Organiser Blog for the latest news.

The Noggin n Natter at the Crown on Tuesday 19th April (during the Easter holidays) will also include the SY TSSC Kidz Klub. There'll be fun & activities to keep the younger generation entertained. Look out for other Kidz Klub date’s during the summer holidays.

We've also recently resurrected the Haywood & Bailey's

SY TSSC “Best Overall” Trophy. (last awarded between 1995-2006)

Previous winners include D. Bailey (Herald 1200 Coupe), M. Dixon (Vitesse), Richard. Briscoe (GT6 Mk 1), Pete Chapman (Triumph 2000) and Mick Sayles (Stag). Nominations are invited throughout the season and the “People's Choice Winner” will be announced at the September's meeting.

Finally it's worth noting that many of the members who enjoy the SY TSSC social scene are all relative new-comers to the TSSC- we've all forged out quite an active social life by starting out, somewhat tentatively in many cases, at our first meeting and just joining in the fun. So what are you waiting for? - We've all started somewhere- why don't you get yourselves along to the meetings, meet new friends and start enjoying the full benefits of your membership. (I'm not this bossy really !!)

 

MAR 2011

Hi  All

Just a quickie, I’m afraid this month (Where does time go?!!) Another great attendance at Feb’s meeting with 17 of us enjoying Alice n Ian’s TV advert themed quiz. Sheila notched up yet another victory for the girls, scooping the bottle of wine kindly donated by the quiz hosts. Victor & Vivien updated us on plans for the Club Christmas Dinner & Dance. (please see Courier and national website for more details). Maybe this would be a nice change from out local celebrations?  Please let me know what you think.

Onto events closer to home, Pete & Gareth will be heading off to Stoneleigh Spares Day on the 6^th of March. Anyone who wishes to head on down with them, please get in touch. There has also been a few tweeks to the Club Calendar with the run out to Scarborough (and pub meal)  now planned for Sun 13^th March, the Pie n Pea supper post-poned until later in the year and Runswick Bay NYTW confirmed for 13^th-15^th May.

Those wishing to come along, can join us on Monday 21^st March, when we head off to support Julie and Adrian Hadfield at the inaugural meeting of the newly formed Hallamshire meeting.  This is to be held at  Dinnington Rugby Union Club, Lodge Lane, Dinnington, S25 2PB. The meeting starts at 7.30pm, so please get in touch if you’d like to join us in the run out. Please note,  Noggin n Natter will be cancelled on Tuesday 15^th March at the Crown, taking place instead at the Hallamshire meet.

The Noggin n Natter at the Crown on Tuesday 19th April (during the Easter holidays) will also include the SY TSSC Kidz Klub, where they’ll be fun & games to keep the younger generation entertained. (Look out for other SY TSSC Kidz Klub date’s during the summer holidays).

Finally, I’m all but ready to start my first blog on the website – so keep an eye on it for the very latest on what’s happening in the South Yorkshire area.

                                                                                  

 FEB 2011

Ok, I know I said last edition I would be stepping down as SY Area Organiser, and here I am again! Following the unprecedented messages of support and offers to stand in as deputy, I had a change of heart and decided to throw my hat into the ring again.

January's meeting was a sight indeed to behold- even on acold winter's night, 26 of us turned out to discuss the future of the area. It was also nice to welcome Adrian and Julie Hadfield, Lisa and Carl and Pip n Frank who treked some 3 hours to join us. The meeting turned out to be a very successful discussion on ways to reach out to the many SouthYorkshire members, who for one reason or another, don't come along to the meetings. Whilst I was elected AO for the SY area, Adrian and Julie received our full backing to establish another group in the South Yorkshire area, near Sheffield, to be called the Hallamshire Area. It is likely their meetings will be on the third Monday of the month. We foresee the two groups will be mutually beneficial and we look forward to a grand collaboration. We'll keep you posted on events as they unfold.
   

Reviewing last year's events has got me thinking – how do we top that?! Well we're starting off with a run to the coast to blow away the cobwebs on the 23^nd Jan, and to warm up again, Maggie and John's Spice night is on for the 19^th Feb. Then there's Stoneleigh on 6^th March and a run out to Scarborough with a pub meal at the Providence in Yedingham on Sunday 13^th March. Later in the year, plans are afoot to get involved with lots of other activities from rallies and classic car displays at some of our region's beautiful landmarks, to camping weekends. As ever there'll be plenty of food and loads of fun. So why not come along and see what you're missing out on?

 

JAN 2011 

 Is it me, or do the years shorten the older you get?!

Last night saw the last of the SY TSSC events for 2010, the Christmas meal.

Many thanks to Alice and Ian's son Neil for driving the minibus through hill and dale in somewhat difficult conditions, due to the adverse weather conditions we've all been experiencing. Thanks also to Landlady Jackie who very kindly provided the wine to compliment the hearty Christmas fayre , and Maggie whose handmade Santa's boot favors were a thoughtful surprise. The Secret Santa also went down a storm with some last minute swapping of pressies, whilst the free prize draw saw Al win the Triumph T-shirt, Alice win the £10 M&S voucher and Sheila the Pink Fizz.

 

By the time you read this, we will have decided on our new AO for the 2011 season. Whoever takes on the role will be assured of the continued support of the whole crew After all, as 2010 demonstrated, we all reap the benefits of working together.

So on to early 2011- we look forward to Maggie and John's Spice night in February, the ladies spa day in March and the rescheduled Donnington track day in early spring (which was unfortunately canceled due to the snow). Watch this space and the e-Tribune for further events as they unfold!

Why don't you make 2011 the year you come along to join in the fun with your local TSSC? Our meetings are informal and friendly, we have quizzes, raffles and discuss everything and anything! You'll find a wealth of knowledge on all the Triumph range and we're always looking out for fresh input. We also have lots of ideas for getting out n about and enjoying our cars. (we're also not precious about whether it's modern or classic!) But remember, if you just want to sit in a corner and take it all in, there's no pressure to join in. So why not come along on the first and third Tuesdays from 8.00pm onwards at the Crown Inn, Ludwell Close, Barnburgh, Doncaster, DN5 7JQ . Tel 01709 89345, where you will be assured of a very warm welcome.