Sporting Bears is set to break the £4 million barrier with its fundraising activities, at the Practical Classics Restoration Show at the NEC in Birmingham on 20-22 March. To mark the occasion, Sporting Bears patron Mike Brewer will make the countdown on a super-size Sporting Bears speedometer with the surrounding cars flashing their headlights and honking their horns. Mike will be making the announcement at mid-day on the Sporting Bears stand in Hall 5, on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March.
Television presenter Brewer praised the milestone, commenting: “Raising £4 million is an absolutely phenomenal achievement. What makes Sporting Bears so special is that it’s powered entirely by volunteers who give their time, their cars and their passion to help children. It proves that cars can do far more than turn heads – they can genuinely change lives.”
Since it was formed in 1989, Sporting Bears has provided more than 85,000 Dream Rides, and every penny raised along the way has helped more than 400 children’s charities across the UK. While Sporting Bears is perhaps best known for its large presence at a number of big car events including the two NEC-based classic car shows each year, as well as Carfest, and The British Motor Show, it also has a presence at more than 60 other events throughout the season.
Clare Stephens is the Club’s PR and social media lead. She said: “Reaching £4 million is a hugely proud moment for everyone involved with Sporting Bears Motor Club. Every Dream Ride represents generosity from our members and supporters, and every mile driven helps to make a real difference to children and families across the UK.
“The money that we raise supports a wide range of causes including bereavement counselling, making dreams come true for children who are terminally ill, and hospice sleepover experiences, plus a whole lot more. Hitting this milestone has motivated our members enormously, which is why we’re hoping that 2026 will be our best season yet.”
There’s more information on the NEC Restoration Show at necrestorationshow.com
Editor: Ozgur Sunay – UK / Automobile Magazine
