Yakushi Japanese Car Meet: British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Sunday 26 July

[Casey]

So, latest is:

7 x RX-8's
3 x RX-7 FB's (mine, Ian Mothersole and markp's 1985 Elford Turbo)
1 x RX-7 FC
2 x RX-7 FD
1 x RX-4
1 x MX-5 RF
1 x Mazda 6
1 x Toyota GT86
1 x Subaru Imprezza

So, 18 places paid up, with a few others indicated they are coming, but yet to pay.

I'm really hoping this doesn't get cancelled, as that's a great collection of Mazda Rotaries there 

[Casey]

Statement from the organisers in the last 24 hours - all go!

"Yaksuhi would like to express how saddened we are about the effect that the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on events across the country and the world.
We all face challenging times ahead, especially if public gatherings are scaled back or cancelled.

We have been in constant contact with our venues of Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa and British Motor Museum who we cant thank enough for their help and guidance.
Currently there is no plans to cancel both Yakushi events but should we be forced down that route then tickets will be refunded or transferred if dates are changed.

Please look out for each other, our goals of cars.clubs.community is needed by one and all right now."

https://www.facebook.com/2533399713398068/posts/3635855449819150/?d=n

[Jamie R]

I'm gonna leave it till last minute for obvious reasons, I'll set a reminder for the 30th and see the lay of the land

[Orange rx7]

Hi guys I’m interested in coming with my fd but will just wait a bit before paying


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[Casey]

I really hope this does go ahead, but the signs are not good. I've got notifications of 4 local car events that have been cancelled until further notice

[Markp]

Hi Casey looking at British Motor Museum website it appears they have regrettably shut down until further notice.
Hope you are safe and well.

[Casey]

Thanks Mark, more information has now come to light...

Covid-19 has meant this event is currently postponed until Sunday 26 July which, unfortunately, clashes with Simply Japanese at Beaulieu 

The RX-8 OC are currently deciding whether to cancel Yakushi, or run with both Yakushi and Beaulieu. If both go ahead, I shall choose to go to Beaulieu, but we do have an RX-8 OC Events Team guy in Derby, and he may well decide to lead on Yakushi, especially for those closer to Gaydon.

I'll keep people posted, as this things are very fluid, as you all know!

For anyone who can't make the postponed date, we will be offering a full refund in due course. Bear with us while we sort out how best to do this. In the meantime, it might be a good idea for everyone to state here whether they would like to request a refund as the new date is not suitable.

[Markp]

Hello Casey thanks for the reply, like you I would rather go to Beaulieu. (If it goes ahead). If it is possible please transfer the £20 I have already paid for two to go to Beaulieu, cannot remember if that is enough, if not let me know.
Hope you and the family are safe and well. Mark

[Casey]

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: this event has now been postponed until Sunday 26 July. This date clashes with "Simply Japanese" at Beaulieu. Currently, assuming both events still go ahead, the RX-8 OC will be supporting BOTH, so people can choose which event they prefer.

The Adult entry price for Yakushi is £10.00
The adult entry price for Beaulieu was £10.50, but the RX-8 OC have decided to subsidise this by 50p, so price now £10

That will mean that anyone who has already paid for Yakushi can stay with that decision, or post up here that they wish to change their payment over to Beaulieu entry at no extra cost.

I will be transferring my ticket over to Beaulieu.

I have requested Markp's payment  (x2 tickets) be transferred to Beaulieu, as posted above 

I believe

LynneE (Lynne)
noyzboy (Martin) &
exiled-viking (Tony)

have currently paid for their Yakushi tickets?

Tony - I've picked up your request on the RX-8 OC to stick with Yakushi, so that's fine 

Lynne and Martin, can you post up here if you'd like to stick with Yakushi, or switch to Beaulieu at no extra cost and I'll inform the RX-8 OC.

Of course, if the 26 July date is an unsuitable date, just let me know and I'll arrange for a full refund.

[LynneE]

Hello Casey,

Unfortunately July 26th is a working weekend for me (and, as a cargo pilot, I still am hard at work.......).
So I’m afraid I will not be able to make either the rescheduled Yakushi or Beaulieu meets now, and would like a refund.
It’s going to be a very quiet summer for my car!   

Hope everyone on the forum is keeping safe, sane and well.
Best wishes,
Lynne

[clive]

Huge thanks for the update Malcolm.

As you say this is provisional so its probably best to just see what happens as time goes on and see if sanctions are lifted or not.

[Casey]

@Clive - yes, not worth anyone paying up until nearer the date, when we can see what events might still be running 

@Lynne - it seems we are doomed to have no more than a brief chat! I met you oh so briefly at "Tornado Beaulieu" and missed you at the Mazda Day as I was on holiday. Now this date has been shifted we probably won't meet this year    I'll request your refund from the RX-8 OC. Please post up in here when you see it, so I know the loop has been closed. It might take a week, as Ian (shopkeeper) may want to do the refunds in a batch, when he knows everyone's decision. Stay safe Lynne, sounds like you are going to be very busy in your job

[LynneE]

Cheers Casey! 
I'm afraid you might be right on that score, for this year at least........
Thanks for sorting the refund. I will let you know once it's all sorted.
All the best for now,
Lynne

[LynneE]

Hello again!

Just to let you know that I have received the refund for the Gaydon event from the RX8OC.

Cheers for now,
Lynne

[clive]

Thanks for letting us know Lynne.
Keep well and safe.