The Measham Rally

First run in 1950, the Measham is one of the most important events in the VSCC calendar and the ultimate Pre-war motoring challenge. Always organised by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, a finish, let alone an award, on any Measham is a major accomplishment of which any motorsport Competitor can be proud.

This year we intend to introduce a new format for the Measham that will enthuse and entice those who are old hands at the event and those who we hope will try it for the first time. This event will be accessible to all but will continue to offer those challenges that the Measham is famous for.

The Start, Halfway and Finish will be at Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome, an excellent venue, easy to get to from any part of the country. We will offer ample trailer parking, undercover scrutineering, fettling facilities and plenty of plotting room. Drinks and hot food will be available on site. There are some great village pubs with rooms and many lovely B&Bs in the area. 

The route will be approximately 160 miles, instructions in the first half will be by map reference only, the second half will be following a new format that will be easily accessible to all the emphasis being on accurate timekeeping. There will be two sections timed to the second to act as a tie decider. These sections will be completed on the airfield before going out to hit the road.

This year we are running a Champagne Class, for which you do not need a Buff form and the organisers are offering a Trophy for the winner, not just a bottle of Champagne so come along an enjoy the Measham.

All Competitors have been invited into the ‘Quick Reaction Hangar’ at Bruntingthorpe during the afternoon of the  event to see the 1950’s Cold War Jets specifically the 'Lightnings' which are kept there and are being restored by enthusiasts, some of whom are VSCC Members.