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Richard’s Rear View Mirror: Summer Motoring Memories
There’s something about summer that always takes me back. For millions of us at a certain age, summer meant one thing – piling the whole
July 8, 2026
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There’s something about summer that always takes me back. For millions of us at a certain age, summer meant one thing – piling the whole
A British Icon Takes Pride of Place at Bakewell’s Newest Landmark When a beautiful new destination opens its doors, it’s only fitting that a beautiful
If you’re looking for affordable things to do this summer, there’s never been a better time to visit Great British Car Journey. We’re delighted to
If you’re anything like me, you’ll know that buying a Father’s Day gift isn’t always easy. Dads seem to have a habit of buying what
Now Available on Thursdays One of the truly unique features of The Great British Car Journey as a museum is that you are taken on
Dads and their cars are a rich source of fond memories which, for those of us in our sixties, transport us back to simpler and
Amongst the most important members of the Great British Car Journey community are our wonderful team of volunteers. Visitors constantly comment on our beautifully presented
At Great British Car Journey we genuinely celebrate enthusiasm for the motor car, which is why children can visit FREE during most school holiday weeks,
Recently, we have been given two beautiful pre-war Austins: a delightful little Austin Seven Ruby and a lovely Austin 12 Harley. As a Brummie with
The idea leans straight into that old Top Trumps logic. On paper, it’s simple. You line the cars up, compare the stats, and there’s always
We brought out our 1959 Austin Seven Mini, which still feels just as clever today as it did 67 years ago. Alongside it, we showcased
On April 23 rd 1900, 65 cars set out from London on a drive to Edinburgh to demonstrate that the Motor Car was the future
At Great British Car Journey, the museum will be open as usual on April 26th and is once again embracing Drive It Day as a
The engine has been painstakingly restored by Reg White who, having worked for Rolls Royce as a senior aero engine technician for 34 years, now
Easter Fun for Kids of All Ages This Easter, children can take part in our exciting Riley Rabbit Easter Hunt, exploring the museum as they
Get Tickets To See These Cars Here At the Great British Car Journey, we’re always on the lookout for rare and fascinating pieces of British
1. Drive Back in Time at Great British Car Journey Looking for a unique family day out in the Peak District this Easter? The Great
Another Fuel Crisis? It seems incredible that only ten years ago the electric car was still a source of curiosity and the price of diesel
Get Train Tickets Here Located at Derwent Works in Ambergate, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, the museum is well connected and
A New Wedge… In 1976, the covers came off the Aston Martin Lagonda Series 2 at the London Motor Show, and the motoring world didn’t
