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[CMcB]

Mini in the Park, regarded as the Number 1 action show for Mini enthusiasts, makes a thrilling return to Santa Pod Raceway on Sunday 16th August.

Now under new ownership, this unique event is crammed full of hands-on action with plenty of track time reserved to ‘run what ya brung’. Test your mettle on the famous ¼ mile strip as many times as you like for just £25.

If you fancy your skills behind the wheel then get yourself along to the Autotest Arena. There will be plenty of professionals on hand to help you beat the clock on this challenging circuit.

Want to find more power from your Mini before taking to the ’strip? Then have a chat to Mini expert Keith Calver who will be on-hand spreading his words of wisdom, after which you can hop on to the rolling road on-site to tune your engine and boost your horsepower.

The main Live Action Arena is guaranteed to entertain with some great attractions including Terry Grant putting his Mini stunt car through its paces. And guess what… he’s giving it away to some lucky competition winner at the end of the show!! You’ll also be treated to ear-splitting Jet car displays, and an appearance from the famous Jaguar-powered Stripteaser Mini, plus more!

Need some tech tips… then a visit to the ‘Tech Tent’ is a must. Chat to the pros about how to make the trickiest of jobs a piece of cake.

There will also be a large array of trade stands, club displays, autojumble and entertainment for all ages.

Mini in the Park is also proud to have a huge club presence with great prizes for the Best Club Stand and Best Club Car as well as a host of categories in the prestigious Concours competition. If you haven’t booked yet there’s still time to reserve your space.

With Saturday night camping and entertainment (including music from DJ Pedro Fernandes and top band Junction 15), a new friendlier layout, MITP is the only Mini show that offers high-octane action combined with stunning show cars, entertainment and camping. What more could you ask for? And all for just £9 (advance), £12 on the day.

Club stands and cars are subject to discounted prices, so book your stand now and celebrate the Mini’s 50th anniversary in style.

For more information and great discount offers, or to book your club stand and enter the concours, visit www.miniinthepark.co.uk

Or call Event Developments on 01775 723723

[garrett3]

As always I will be there

[CMcB]

Who else is or isn't going - and if you're not going - why? I would appreciate feedback. Thanks

[mike.]

I'll be going hopefully!

The last two years my cars been broke/off the road when its been on!

[minicb]

I will be going for my 4th year and I'll be putting my mini up the strip again

Edited by minicb, 08 June 2009 - 04:23 PM.

[HollysMinis]

I will be going with a group from www.HAMOC.co.uk (Huntingdon Area Mini Owners Club)

I have been going to Mini In The Park for 10 years now

[Dan6061]

Woop woop! I'll be there.

[Geehawk]

I'm not, as I liked it just the way it used to be at Cornbury Park. Went every year there despite the ever increasing entry and food prices.
Now I get the impression that it's become much more of a commercial venture, rather than a more relaxed meeting of like minded people.

[Bungle]

i don't like the new venue

how can it be mini in the park at a drag strip

we are off to the IMM as our big show this year

[backstreetclassics]

ill be there with a few more of essex mini club cant wait

[miniallsort]

im there

[CMcB]

I'm not, as I liked it just the way it used to be at Cornbury Park. Went every year there despite the ever increasing entry and food prices.
Now I get the impression that it's become much more of a commercial venture, rather than a more relaxed meeting of like minded people.

Hi Geehawk, and those others who loved Cornbury Park.

Yes it is called Mini in the Park, but that is just a brand name now. MITP has changed and Cornbury Park was too expensive and last time it was held there, there were complaints about too much sheep poo!

I understand that many like the chilled out event, but there are plenty of those around. Himley, Stanford Hall etc. MITP is now an action event where you can actually do stuff with Minis rather than just sit or wander around. Almost everyone enjoys driving Minis, so here is the chance to do something a bit more exciting with them.

I like MITP, not for any associated reason, but because it is fun and there is lots to do. You get the normal concours, traders, autojumble and club cars, but so much more too. And for £9, is about the same as most other shows, it's not bad at all (compare it Gaydon £12-£38)

Aside from the 'its not a country show anymore' and the fact the IMM is a week before, are there any reasons about the show itself which you would like to see more/less of, or anything else?

Thanks

[garrett3]

I'm not, as I liked it just the way it used to be at Cornbury Park. Went every year there despite the ever increasing entry and food prices.
Now I get the impression that it's become much more of a commercial venture, rather than a more relaxed meeting of like minded people.

Hi Geehawk, and those others who loved Cornbury Park.

Yes it is called Mini in the Park, but that is just a brand name now. MITP has changed and Cornbury Park was too expensive and last time it was held there, there were complaints about too much sheep poo!

I understand that many like the chilled out event, but there are plenty of those around. Himley, Stanford Hall etc. MITP is now an action event where you can actually do stuff with Minis rather than just sit or wander around. Almost everyone enjoys driving Minis, so here is the chance to do something a bit more exciting with them.

I like MITP, not for any associated reason, but because it is fun and there is lots to do. You get the normal concours, traders, autojumble and club cars, but so much more too. And for £9, is about the same as most other shows, it's not bad at all (compare it Gaydon £12-£38)

Aside from the 'its not a country show anymore' and the fact the IMM is a week before, are there any reasons about the show itself which you would like to see more/less of, or anything else?

Thanks

If the "mud" could be dealt with around the entrance and exits to the camping areas and roadways then I would be 100% happy with MITP

[bcjames]

I went to mitp last year as my first show. I had a great time, and will definitely be going again this year! It'll be an expensive week, what with IMM the weekend before, but for the price and being a local show I can't fault mitp. I like that it's not too quiet of a show as well, gives a bit of variety to the show season!

[josh.evans]

i'll defo be there last year was great


josh