This is the BCCMC Social Calendar for 2024. If you want to coordinate an event please let us know by emailing [email protected]. All it needs to be is something that you would like to do that may be interesting to other club members. When you let us know we will announce the activity through the Club Activities Calendar on this Website and email blasts. We want to have as many activities as possible on our calendar so everyone can find something to enjoy. Our LBC’s need exercise so let’s get out and drive them as much as possible. We are relying on you to help sponsor events throughout the year. We look forward to hearing from you!
Club event Saturday, September 7, 2024
You Must RSVP For This Event By Sunday September 1, 2024
Please send a yes with the number of people or no RSVP to [email protected]
This is our Thank You Picnic to The BCCMC members. The Club is covering the cost of this event therefore it’s imperative to have correct head count for the caterer.
It will be at Woodlake Pavilion 402 Bridgecreek Drive Columbia, SC 29229 Meet and greet at 11:30 AM and eat around 12:00. Little Pigs BBQ will be catering this event. The Menu will be BBQ Pork, Fried Chicken, Rice/Hash, Cole Slaw, Green Beans, Rolls, Brownies, Iced Tea and Lemonade. If you prefer to bring your beverage of choice feel free to do so. Click link for directions. https://www.google.com/maps/
Club event Saturday, October 5, 2024
at the Flight Deck Restaurant 109 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072. Meet in parking lot at 10:30 AM for socializing and go in to eat at 11:00.
Club Event Wednesday, October 9,
Scenic Drive to Lugoff House of Pizza 814 US 1 Suite 18 Lugoff, SC. more information at a later date.
Club event Saturday, November 2, 2024
at the Moctezumas Mexican Restaurant 402 Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205. Meet in Parking lot at 10:30 AM for socializing and go in to eat at 11:00
Club event Board Meeting
after regular meeting Saturday, November 2, 2024
Club event Friday November 15
drive to Little Mountain to the Antique Mall & Cafe – for lunch and shopping / looking. 1528 Main Street Highway 76, Little Mountain. Parking in rear of building (Cafe is located on the lower level). More information to at a later date.
This is the old Lizard Thicket building
Club event December 12, 2024 Christmas Dinner at The Old Mill Pub 711 E Main St, Lexington, SC 29072 Meet at 6:00 PM Dinner at 7:00 More information will be forth coming
Other Events
Save the Dates!
Thursday 9/12/2024 – Sunday 9/15/2024
Registration is now open
Southeast British Car Festival at the Dillard House
Peachtree MG Registry presents:
A Southern British Car Weekend in the mountains of North Georgia
This also a NAMGBR & NAMGAR Regional event with Sunbeam as the featured Marque.
All marques of British cars and motorcycles are invited to participate. Self-driving tours, guided tours, wine tours, local arts & crafts, silent auction, great food and fellowship
At
The link below gives a good list of additional activities beyond the many drives and activities that are part of the Southeast British Car Festival:
https://www.dillardhouse.com/about/
Saturday 9 21 2024 Autumn in the Mountains British Car Show
More information at a later date
SAVE THE DATE!! SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
Pre-registration opens here on July 26, 2024. Pre-registrations will define all of the Classes.
Food and adult beverages will again be available on the big show field at Mills River Brewing, 336 Banner Farm Road, Mills River, NC 28759.
We’ll also celebrate our 30th Anniversary.
Check back often for more details.
Event parking will be organized by make (marque/brand): Registrants will receive a dash plaque, a windshield placard, raffle tickets and a ballot form.
Awards: Classes will be based on pre-registrations:
• 1st and 2nd place awards per class – Ribbon/Plaque for 1st and Ribbon for 2nd
• Peer judging for awards
• “Best in Show” was also awarded
Schedule of Events: (subject to change nearer the actual date)
8:30am: Pre-registered participant parking opens
9:00am: On-site Day-of-Show registration opens; event open to the public
11:00am: On-site Registration closes
1:45-2:15pm: 1st and 2nd in Class Ribbons presented on the show field
2:30-3:00pm: 1st in Class and Best in Show “Drive-Through” Presentation Ceremony
3:30pm: Show Closes
Sept 21, 2024Time: 10am-2pm Location: VFW 8738, 424 Cedarcrest Dr Lexington,SC 29073
Myrtle Beach BRITFEST 2024 Car Show
Presents Myrtle Beach Britfest
Location The Market Common, Corner of Johnson and Hendrick Avenues behind King Street Grill
Date: Saturday October 5th 2024 Time: 9am to 4 pm
Early registrations by Sep. 1 are $35 first car entered ($15 for each additional car). Late registrations Sep. 1 thru Oct. 3 are $40 first car entered ($15 for each additional car). Registrations day of the show are $50 first car entered ($15 each additional car).
Info http://Myrlte Beach BRITFEST 2024 Information
A Welcome Reception for show registrants will be held Friday evening from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Tupelo Honey in The Market Common (advance reservation for the reception must be received by Sep. 21). Recommended Accommodations Special room rate information for DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront will be listed on the GSBCC website as it becomes available.
Saturday Events Agenda: 9:00 am Show Field Opens to Parking
11:00 am Late Registration Closes
12:00 noon English Tea and Best Hat Contest
Voting Begins 1:30 pm Popular Voting Ends 2:30 pm Awards Presentation, Raffles, Etc. Off-Road Trailer Parking available next to show field. Show off your British beauty by registering online. email: [email protected]
39th Annual British Car Day – Charleston S.C.
SAVE THE DATE…
The British Car Club of Charleston is pleased to announce the 39th annual British Car Day, on October 19, 2024, at Palmetto Island County Park in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. The featured marque for this year’s British Car Day is Sunbeam, and cars of the Rootes Group, with special recognition of the 60th anniversary of the Sunbeam Tiger.
150 vintage and classic British cars are expected to fill the show field on Saturday. Well-known marques like Triumph, MG, Austin Healey and Jaguar will share the field with other rare examples of Alvis, Aston Martin, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Lotus, Morgan and more. This popular event draws exhibitors and spectators from all over the mid-Atlantic and Southern states to take part in this amazing display of automotive art and to enjoy the fabulous fall weather of the Lowcountry.
For those looking for more to do while in Charleston, the BCCC is offering a drive and lunch through Francis Marion National Forest to Hopsewee Plantation near Georgetown on Friday October 18th . This well-preserved, historic plantation offers rich culture, architectural significance, and connections to prominent figures in American history. Tours of the plantation are available, and the onsite restaurant offers delicious examples of Low Country food.
Our host hotel, Hyatt Place, at Towne Center in Mt. Pleasant is the site of the Friday night reception for British Car Day. Join fellow exhibitors for a casual evening before the Saturday show. Towne Center offers upscale shopping along with several dining options and a trendy wine bar for additional socialization.
Room blocks for the BCCC are available at Hyatt Place at $234 per night. Go to the Hyatt Place website at https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/south-carolina/hyatt-place-mount-pleasant-towne-centre/chszp and use code G-BCCS for the special rates. Or call the hotel at 843-473-3105 and request a room in the British Car Club Block. The hotel offers covered parking, trailer parking, buffet breakfast and other guest amenities included in your reservation. Additional information on other hotels near the Towne Center is available if needed.
Registration for all British marques and models is open now. All Alpine, Tiger, and Rootes Group car owners interested in being part of the special Spotlight Group can contact Richard Fritz, at [email protected] for additional information. British Car Day updates, show registration, hotel reservations and weekend information can be found on BCCC’s website at www.britishcarclubcharleston.com
Richard Fritz, Vice President
British Car Club of Charleston