Want to try something different this autumn? We’re running a series of beginner training events for anyone interested in navigational rallying. 12-car rallies are a form of motorsport which combines driving and navigational ability. Competitors participate in teams of two – a driver and navigator. The crew is given a set of clues/instructions, which they…
Thank you to all the marshals and competitors for comingout and taking part in our Summer Car Trial. Setting out trials hills for summer running when it’s been very dry, is a bit of a different challenge to a damp winter, but I hope we got the balance right – the score sheet indicates that…
On the evening of Friday 23 May, we’ll be running a navigational scatter rally in/around the Shotley Peninsula, just outside of Ipswich, starting and finishing at the Shotley Rose pub. Scatter rallies are sociable events suitable for all ages and no previous experience is required! These are a great entry point into navigational rallying or…
Looking for a fun way to spend Easter Monday? Join Eastern Counties Motor Club’s Walking Treasure Hunt around the charming town of Hadleigh on Monday, 21st April, starting at 10am! Gather your team, grab your walking shoes, and get ready for a morning of clue solving and navigation. Crews will have an hour and a…
Eastern Counties Motor Club is holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the evening of Tuesday, 8th April at The Golden Hind in Ipswich. The meeting will begin promptly at 7.30pm. The formalities will be kept short and sweet, with all committee members happy to continue in their current roles. However, we always welcome additional…
It was a busy weekend for Eastern Counties Motor Club members with our Shotley Peninsula 12 Car Rally on Friday 21 February and West Suffolk Motorsport Club’s Holbecks Car Trial on Sunday 23 February. Friday evening’s Shotley Peninsula 12 Car Rally saw nine crews battle it out in the lanes of the Shotley Peninsula and…
We are thrilled to announce that 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of Eastern Counties Motor Club. A milestone testament to the passion and dedication of our members. Our story… The club was founded in January 1950 at the Bull Hotel in Woodbridge. It all began with a group of enthusiastic individuals who shared a love…
ECMC, with the help of our friends in Chelmsford MC, are running a 12 Car Rally on Friday 21st February based around the Shotley Peninsula. This event is part of the AMSC Essex and Suffolk winter 12 Car Series, series details can be found here. The event will start and finish at The Shotley Rose…
A cool but dry day greeted the competitors for the rescheduled Norman Perren Memorial Trial. Clerk of the Course, Alan Farrow, had set out a number of excellent tests in and around the Seckford Hall valley, and tweaked them during the day to ensure a good range of scores – a delicate balance! Of course…
Happy new year and welcome to Eastern Counties Motor Club’s January Bulletin! Click here to read our January bulletin to catch-up on all the latest club news and find out about upcoming events. Notable updates include: We hope to see you at an event soon! The ECMC CommitteeLaura, Shaun, Vincent, Louise, Mike and Shirley
