NVTEC NORTH EAST
"For enthusiasts of our Agricultural Past and Present"
Introducing the latest NVTEC Group to the National Vintage Tractor and Engine Club family. NVTEC North East is based in
Lanchester, Co. Durham (8 miles north west of Durham City centre). Our group meetings will be held on a Bi-monthly basis on the 3rd Wednesday of that month, The groups aim is to promote the preservation of tractors, stationary engines and any other agricultural machinery & equipment throughout the North East region and further afield. As a group we aim to hold at least 5 club events through the year, two of which will be tractor-based events and at least two engine crank ups. The tractor-based events will be held in the Spring and Autumn in the grounds of Beamish Living Museum of The North, these events incorporate road runs around the museum site and driving down the museum's iconic Edwardian main street. The club's Main event of the Year is the Beamish Tractor Show. This is open to tractors, stationary engines, horticultural and light commercials. 2023 will be the 1st year these events will be held under the NVTEC banner. More events can and will be added to the calendar if the members so wish, We are a new club, and all members are welcome
BEAMISH TRACTOR SHOW
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NVTEC North East's main Summer show held in the grounds of the iconic Beamish Museum. This show is open to pre 1980's Tractors, Stationary Engines, Horticultural and Light Commercials.
The tractors can partake in a rolling display and in the two Grand Parades which happen throughout this 2 day event.
BEAMISH GATHERINGS
The Beamish Gatherings are in the Spring and Autumn and open to pre-1980's Tractors these are held in the the Grounds of Beamish Museum.
The tractors can partake in a rolling display and in the two Grand Parades which happen throughout this 2 day event.
ENGINE CRANK UP
Paul Morgan & Maxine Harrison invite you to their engine crank up. A myriad of engines, tractors, cars and wagons welcome to display at this friendly gathering
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2023 events
​The 2023 Events calendar is quite full for our 1st year. Here are the events that we are either hosting or participating in.
NVTEC North east shop
Tractor Registrations
No registration number, no problem. Many years ago the NVTEC recognised owners were having problems registering restored tractors. Working with other vintage clubs this led to the DVLA introducing their V765 scheme in 1990. So far we have helped several thousand owners. Not only those with all makes of tractor but with other agricultural machines like combines and beet harvesters etc. If you require assistance with a registration, the best way to get this is to contact John Porter, the Club’s registration specialist by Email: registrations@nvtec-northsomerset.org Two general points to consider. When you acquire a tractor try and find out as much as you can from the seller about its past history. Restoration work can sometimes remove helpful clues to its past history. While every owner finishes up with their own problem most start with one or more of the following symptoms
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DVLA claim they have no record of this tractor.
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DVLA were very discouraging when you enquired.
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There is no number plate visible on the tractor.
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Part of the registration number is missing.
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The documents with the tractor are wrong.
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The seller had no documents for the tractor.
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The tractor is a recent import.
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The tractor has been neglected for many years.
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The serial number is missing.
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The finished tractor includes parts from other tractors.
Before contacting John it would be helpful have a note of
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What make and model the tractor is?
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Any registration number visible? Any serial number visible?
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Any letters you have had from the DVLA about it, (often their exact wording can conceal a clue.)
Have a pen and paper handy to make a note of any suggestions for further research to find more clues about your tractor’s history.
Currently the cost for Members of the NVTEC is £20.00, and for non-members who would like to join the NVTEC £45.
TVO Licences
The NVTEC are authorized to grant TVO mixing licenses to members. Any member wanting a licence, can apply in writing to the NVTEC National Secretary.
Applicants will need to send a request including their full name & address, local group name and full membership number (This can be found on the yellow membership/insurance card).
Please send this information information along with a STAMPED ADDRESSED EVNELOPE for the return of the licence to
Mrs A Alcock
8 Douglas Road
Forest Town
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 0LT
The licence runs from 1st January to 31st December and needs renwing annually.
CLUB MEETINGS VENUE
bi-monthly 3rd Wednesday of that month start time 8pm
Lanchester Social Club, Newbiggen Lane, Durham DH7 0PF
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MEMBERSHIP FEES
Take Your Pick
£21
Full Membership
Benefits of Membership
• Bi-monthly Meeting
• Quarterly club magazine (vaporising)
• Club crank ups
• Tractor events held in Beamish Museum
• Tractor fest show (the UK’s largest tractor & stationary engine rally)
• Special discounts with Euro car parts & National Tyres. (for instore or telephone use)
• Help with tractor registration & dating.
• Public liability insurance for club members
• TVO mixing licenses (via national secretary)
• The chance to meet up with like minded individuals to share skills & knowledge on restoration projects etc.
£18
Senior Membership
65+
same benefits as full members
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£18
Junior Membership
13-16 unless in full time education 18
same benefits as full members
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£23
Joint Membership
2 members living at the same address
2 membership cards (suffix A&B)
Benefits of Membership
• Bi-monthly Meeting
• 1 copy Quarterly club magazine (vaporising)
• Club crank ups
• Tractor events held in Beamish Museum
• Tractor fest show (the UK’s largest tractor & stationary engine rally)
• Special discounts with Euro car parts & National Tyres. (for instore or telephone use)
• Help with tractor registration & dating.
• Public liability insurance for club members
• TVO mixing licenses (via national secretary)
• The chance to meet up with like minded individuals to share skills & knowledge on restoration projects etc.
£25
Family Members
This shall be 2 parents or guardians plus up to 3 children below the age of 13.
2 membership cards (suffix A&B)
Benefits of Membership
• Bi-monthly Meeting
• 1 copy Quarterly club magazine (vaporising)
• Club crank ups
• Tractor events held in Beamish Museum
• Tractor fest show (the UK’s largest tractor & stationary engine rally)
• Special discounts with Euro car parts & National Tyres. (for instore or telephone use)
• Help with tractor registration & dating.
• Public liability insurance for club members
• TVO mixing licenses (via national secretary)
• The chance to meet up with like minded individuals to share skills & knowledge on restoration projects etc.
£15
Members from other NVTEC Groups
A member of another Local Group may join a second Local Group, becoming an Other Group Member of the second group, but only if they hold a full membership of their first group and advise the second group of their first Groups membership number.
COMMITTEE
CHAIRMAN
Ryan Blenkhorn
VICE CHAIRMAN
Kevin Watson
CLUB & MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
Emma Raine
TREASURER
Ed Agar