Drive in / Van Showcase Cornwall / 2021 Plan

[CaliJoe]

Does anyone know of any good van events/festivals in Cornwall?

I ran a Drive-in cinema this year, we had about 40% vans attend (good surf community!). We're doing the planning for our event next year, and looking to make a few changes, and wanted to give the vans a bit more of a centre stage. Give people the opportunity to camp, and also have a sort of "show and shine" session, and then also have a public and also van competition for the best dressed / best looking vans.

I'd be open to people's ideas, feedback from past events you've attended, and considerations.

Below is a picture of the site from this Summer

p.s. (The event we're planning would be in a neighbouring field, which has a bit more tarmac.)

p.p.s (That's my California hidden behind the tipi - and yes - I was fortunate enough to stay on site for all 7 weekend's we ran the event this Summer .)

 

[kurienp]

Does anyone know of any good van events/festivals in Cornwall?

I ran a Drive-in cinema this year, we had about 40% vans attend (good surf community!). We're doing the planning for our event next year, and looking to make a few changes, and wanted to give the vans a bit more of a centre stage. Give people the opportunity to camp, and also have a sort of "show and shine" session, and then also have a public and also van competition for the best dressed / best looking vans.

I'd be open to people's ideas, feedback from past events you've attended, and considerations.

Below is a picture of the site from this Summer

p.s. (The event we're planning would be in a neighbouring field, which has a bit more tarmac.)

p.p.s (That's my California hidden behind the tipi - and yes - I was fortunate enough to stay on site for all 7 weekend's we ran the event this Summer .)

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O wow! what a cool idea.

IMO , the Cali's can be on the sides and people can park for an extended period if they wish to stay on ... something like a campground that also shows movies. The cars that come in from neighbouring areas can take the centre stage area.

I personally would prefer this area ... rather than area with tarmac.

How did you advertise last time on ... and what was the movie list like? Is it different movies ... or did you also do re-runs ?

This sounds cool ... and as out in the open, social distancing et. al. will be possible quite easily (if still applicable).

 

[Ch1pbutty]

Big Wednesday showing?

 

[Perfectos]

Hi Joe,

sounds good, where in Cornwall was the previous event?

suggestions for Films

Big Wednesday
Point Break
American Graffiti
Star Wars (whole series)
The Matrix (whole series)


have a look at the website for inspiration

Tulleys Drive In Cinema

With films suitable for all the family, our new drive in experience features iconic movies from the 80’s, hollywood blockbusters, classic children’s favourites and even musicals for those dying to perform in their cars like they’re on the West End Stage.

tulleysdriveincinema.co.uk

plenty more online, but limited info at this time of year as most are closed

 

[Perfectos]

in answer to your first quest

Cornwall Volkswagen Jamboree 2022 - Cornwall Volkswagen Owners Club

CORNWALL’S BIGGEST VW SHOW. 26TH – 29TH AUGUST 2022, STITHIANS SHOWGROUND, STITHIAN’S, TRURO, CORNWALL TR3 7HL.

www.cornwalljamboree.co.uk

Run to the Sun

Run to the Sun Run to the Sun is a showcase of custom cars and Volkswagen vehicles, held in the style of a dance festival each year in Newquay. The event has been going since 1987, when seventy cars were displayed, but has grown into one of the largest VW and custom car festivals in Europe, with...

www.cornwalls.co.uk

I’m sure you know of ocean fest at Croyde ?

full VW events calendar from 2020 (the cancelled year) :

VW Events Calendar 2024 | List of VW shows UK & Abroad - Updated constantly so keep checking back!

VW Events Calendar - You can find venue, dates and other such information about Volkswagen events and/or VW Shows taking place during 2024 in England or anywhere in the World. You can even list your own VW Event on our website page, free of charge.

www.classicvolks.com

 

[Jester]

Hi Joe,

sounds good, where in Cornwall was the previous event?

suggestions for Films

Big Wednesday
Point Break
American Graffiti
Star Wars (whole series)
The Matrix (whole series)


have a look at the website for inspiration

Tulleys Drive In Cinema

With films suitable for all the family, our new drive in experience features iconic movies from the 80’s, hollywood blockbusters, classic children’s favourites and even musicals for those dying to perform in their cars like they’re on the West End Stage.

tulleysdriveincinema.co.uk

plenty more online, but limited info at this time of year as most are closed

You have missed TOP GUN?

 

[CaliJoe]

Thanks all. This was the event this year: https://wavelengthmag.com/drive-in-cinema/

Next year we're planning the drive-in series again, and also busy planning more of a 1 off festival over the May bank holiday weekend.

in answer to your first quest

Cornwall Volkswagen Jamboree 2022 - Cornwall Volkswagen Owners Club

CORNWALL’S BIGGEST VW SHOW. 26TH – 29TH AUGUST 2022, STITHIANS SHOWGROUND, STITHIAN’S, TRURO, CORNWALL TR3 7HL.

www.cornwalljamboree.co.uk

Run to the Sun

Run to the Sun Run to the Sun is a showcase of custom cars and Volkswagen vehicles, held in the style of a dance festival each year in Newquay. The event has been going since 1987, when seventy cars were displayed, but has grown into one of the largest VW and custom car festivals in Europe, with...

www.cornwalls.co.uk

I’m sure you know of ocean fest at Croyde ?

full VW events calendar from 2020 (the cancelled year) :

VW Events Calendar 2024 | List of VW shows UK & Abroad - Updated constantly so keep checking back!

VW Events Calendar - You can find venue, dates and other such information about Volkswagen events and/or VW Shows taking place during 2024 in England or anywhere in the World. You can even list your own VW Event on our website page, free of charge.

www.classicvolks.com

Thanks. I know Oceanfest, although have never made it. Knew of Run to the Sun, seemed to lose it's way a bit that one! That VW event list is super helpful thanks!

O wow! what a cool idea.

IMO , the Cali's can be on the sides and people can park for an extended period if they wish to stay on ... something like a campground that also shows movies. The cars that come in from neighbouring areas can take the centre stage area.

I personally would prefer this area ... rather than area with tarmac.

How did you advertise last time on ... and what was the movie list like? Is it different movies ... or did you also do re-runs ?

This sounds cool ... and as out in the open, social distancing et. al. will be possible quite easily (if still applicable).

Yeah - the field was great, and we hope to use it again - but it also has it's limitations (i.e. not very good in the wet!). The area we are planning has plenty of grassland, but also a good amount of tarmac which will be helpful for the moto element. You can see the link above for the information, you should be able to sign up your email there as well to get new prompts when they come out.

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Thanks all for the input!

 

[CaliJoe]

You might also enjoy this video we did from the event:

 

[kurienp]

You might also enjoy this video we did from the event:

Wonderful. That is like a proper festival. Now get a better idea of what it is ... and that would've been a blast.

 

[Jay gas]

Hi Joe,

sounds good, where in Cornwall was the previous event?

suggestions for Films

Big Wednesday
Point Break
American Graffiti
Star Wars (whole series)
The Matrix (whole series)


have a look at the website for inspiration

Tulleys Drive In Cinema

With films suitable for all the family, our new drive in experience features iconic movies from the 80’s, hollywood blockbusters, classic children’s favourites and even musicals for those dying to perform in their cars like they’re on the West End Stage.

tulleysdriveincinema.co.uk

plenty more online, but limited info at this time of year as most are closed

We are off to tulleys for a movie tomorrow afternoon. Really looking forward to it

 

[Perfectos]

Thanks all. This was the event this year: https://wavelengthmag.com/drive-in-cinema/

Next year we're planning the drive-in series again, and also busy planning more of a 1 off festival over the May bank holiday weekend.



Thanks. I know Oceanfest, although have never made it. Knew of Run to the Sun, seemed to lose it's way a bit that one! That VW event list is super helpful thanks!


Yeah - the field was great, and we hope to use it again - but it also has it's limitations (i.e. not very good in the wet!). The area we are planning has plenty of grassland, but also a good amount of tarmac which will be helpful for the moto element. You can see the link above for the information, you should be able to sign up your email there as well to get new prompts when they come out.

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Thanks all for the input!

Agree totally with RTTS the first five or so ( late eighties early nineties) were fairly small event, great vibe but really good bunch of people, it grew big and as you say lost its way (became commercial) and lost the vibe. (Understatement)

“ground guards“ can be used to good effect, creating a temporary access “roadway“ where heavy traffic in poor weather is an issue.

if you want to tap into the VW scene in particular, it won’t be very hard, events like Run the ring have Good following.

Run the Ring

Run the Ring is a non profit bunch of VW enthusiasts who cruise to raise money for children's charities

runthering.co.uk

list of of clubs

VW Clubs | List of VW clubs

A page dedicated to listing as many of the world's VW Owners clubs as possible. This will help you find VW Clubs in England, Italy, USA and other parts of world.

www.classicvolks.com

@David Eccles has massive experience around the VW scene, (has been around forever) and has his own publication for Air cooled VW. hes has published a book or two, Not sue he’s a Surfer ?
David used to be associated with Camper Jam But recently parted company.

https://www.camperjam.com/whats-on/2020

( 2020 was cancelled for some unexplained reason)

T4 , 5 &6 forums

VW T6 Transporter Forum

VW T6 Forum - Home to the largest Volkswagen Transporter T6 community. Advice, events, campervan chat, T6 mods, stories and news

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VW T5 Forums

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www.vwt4forum.co.uk

https://m.facebook.com/groups/1109081869165648/

santa Pod raceway -
Big Bang bus is a young but growing event at Santa Pod, chilled vibe, they have had BMX displays, circus, fair ground, children’s art tent, graffiti expo etc

VW Breakout at Santa Pod Raceway

VW Breakout at Santa Pod Raceway is a relaxed VW Festival with quarter mile track action, alongside Show & Shine, Traders, Fun Fair and Bar.

big-bang.co.uk

slippers the split Bus (DJ)

Slippers the Split Soundsystem

Slippers the Split Soundsystem. 4,665 likes. The best DJ booth ever?

en-gb.facebook.com

Bug Jam: old event and not a great camping vibe for chilled vibe (it mor a full on party all night for the old Skool ravers).

Obviously this wonderful forum is geared towards camping and has a great vibe, I’m sure there are lots on here would support you and attend the event.

hope the links above are of some use and inspiration.

looking forward to more details of your event.

 

[CaliJoe]

Agree totally with RTTS the first five or so ( late eighties early nineties) were fairly small event, great vibe but really good bunch of people, it grew big and as you say lost its way (became commercial) and lost the vibe. (Understatement)

“ground guards“ can be used to good effect, creating a temporary access “roadway“ where heavy traffic in poor weather is an issue.

if you want to tap into the VW scene in particular, it won’t be very hard, events like Run the ring have Good following.

Run the Ring

Run the Ring is a non profit bunch of VW enthusiasts who cruise to raise money for children's charities

runthering.co.uk

list of of clubs

VW Clubs | List of VW clubs

A page dedicated to listing as many of the world's VW Owners clubs as possible. This will help you find VW Clubs in England, Italy, USA and other parts of world.

www.classicvolks.com

@David Eccles has massive experience around the VW scene, (has been around forever) and has his own publication for Air cooled VW. hes has published a book or two, Not sue he’s a Surfer ?
David used to be associated with Camper Jam But recently parted company.

https://www.camperjam.com/whats-on/2020

( 2020 was cancelled for some unexplained reason)

T4 , 5 &6 forums

VW T6 Transporter Forum

VW T6 Forum - Home to the largest Volkswagen Transporter T6 community. Advice, events, campervan chat, T6 mods, stories and news

www.t6forum.com

VW T5 Forums

The Forums For VW T5's.

www.vwt4forum.co.uk

https://m.facebook.com/groups/1109081869165648/

santa Pod raceway -
Big Bang bus is a young but growing event at Santa Pod, chilled vibe, they have had BMX displays, circus, fair ground, children’s art tent, graffiti expo etc

VW Breakout at Santa Pod Raceway

VW Breakout at Santa Pod Raceway is a relaxed VW Festival with quarter mile track action, alongside Show & Shine, Traders, Fun Fair and Bar.

big-bang.co.uk

slippers the split Bus (DJ)

Slippers the Split Soundsystem

Slippers the Split Soundsystem. 4,665 likes. The best DJ booth ever?

en-gb.facebook.com

Bug Jam: old event and not a great camping vibe for chilled vibe (it mor a full on party all night for the old Skool ravers).

Obviously this wonderful forum is geared towards camping and has a great vibe, I’m sure there are lots on here would support you and attend the event.

hope the links above are of some use and inspiration.

looking forward to more details of your event.

Lots of really helpful insight in here. Thanks for taking the time to share. We'll keep you posted! Just need to get land sign off, and check all licensing etc as there's a few hoops to jump through to get sign off for overnight stays.

 

[CaliJoe]

Thought you all might like to see that we've got our follow up can friendly event live now: https://springclassic.co.uk/ 27-30 May, Woolacombe, North Devon. Van hook ups available. Hope to see a few of you there!