Hey Guys
Scooby took us to Dub Aid over the weekend – want to know more then read on.
This was a new family friendly event on the VW scene.
A VW Charity Show & Cruise in support of Help for Heroes and to thank the people of Wootton Bassett (soon to be Royal) for what they do for our returning servicemen and women on their final journey.
The event was held at sunny Castle Combe in Wiltshire, under a totally blue sky (see below) but more of that later.
We found out about this show following the posting on this forum - thanks Dilly.
Originally we had intended to leave after work on Friday night, but got delayed so left Saturday morning.
This turned out to be fortunate for us but not so for those on site.
What a frost over night – apparently down to -4 on the campsite – people had to leave their tents and get in the car!
Saturday was bright and sunny - arrived on site soon after the gates opened and found a spot in the North (general) Camping Area. There was also a South Camping Area for Clubs and Groups.
Having set up camp we had a coffee then set about orientation on the site and all importantly booking Scooby in for the Cruise on Sunday morning through Wootton Bassett.
There must have been 50+ traders in our estimation – with the range of usual “Dub Stuff” you get at these shows – you know what we mean.
The time just flew past as we walked around the various stands bathed in “wall to wall” sunshine.
After lunch we spent some time just chillin by the bay, as well as watching the various vehicles race around the track.
At some point during the afternoon we went in search of another Brazilian Bay – found none in either camping area.
We knew Scooby was unique - but we did not know there could be only one!
After this we walked along the side the track to the “Day Parking” area and eventually found two Brazilian Bays but no others – see pictures below – are you a member of this forum?
Up until 3.00pm the Show ‘n’ Shine competition was in full swing – there were a range of classes etc. – some of the vehicles we liked are posted below.
Late afternoon there was a charity auction, which was entertaining and we even managed to win one auction.
This was followed by the Show ‘n’ Shine Awards.
The smell of Barb-B-Q’s started to fill the air as we returned back to Scooby for a home cooked meal in the camper.
We returned back to the entertainment marquee to sample both the drink and entertainment from the various bands lined up for the evening.
On our walk back to Scooby we reflected on the day and was amazed by the size of the yellow Perigee Moon (or super moon) that shone brightly in the night sky – apparently it was the closest the moon had been to the earth for 20 years (educational eh?).
With the sun by day and the moon by night the organisers clearly knew how to order something special for this event!
Sunday morning – Cruise Day – no frost over night, it was again dry with only thin cloud cover early on in the morning, clearing all the time.
When booking Scooby in for the Cruise we had secured a spot in the first thirty vehicles to leave at 10.00am.
We packed Scooby up and placed the odd flag in position and we were ready for the off.
As we moved to the collection point we found ourselves to be third in the first Cruise of the day.
At the front was a red Crew Cab followed by a terracotta & cream Splitty, then Scooby the Brazilian VW Bay.
The sun started to break through as we waited in line. At 10.00am on the dot “Keebs” (one of the main organisers) shouted “Gentlemen Start Your Engines” and we were off, driving through country roads in the sunshine.
Along the route we waved to all, with the number of vehicles in the cruise appearing to increase every time we checked our mirrors. We estimate there would have been fifteen or twenty vehicles of various models and colours (possibly more but the roads did not lend themselves to see any further).
As we entered Wootton Bassett High Street we were pleased to see people supporting the event on the side of the road – all waving at us in Scooby (at everyone in the cruise actually). All too soon we were out the other end of the High Street and ready to make our way home.
We must say we enjoyed the whole weekend and we hope lots of money was raised by the event.
(Keep an eye on their website to see how much was actually raised)
Congratulations to the organisers for putting on the first Dub Aid – the first is always the hardest – here’s to the next.
Thanks for reading our musings – until the next time.
Hope to see you out on the road soon
