Who we are

Based in mid Derbyshire, UK, the car club was founded in 1997 by our first Chairman (and now President) Ken Bayliss and a group of classic car enthusiast friends, to be known as Ashbourne Classic Enthusiasts (ACE). Ownership of a classic is not mandatory; as the name implies, this is a club for enthusiasts and owners. Motorcycles are also welcome.

Since the early days, the club has evolved to accept members with a mix of older and more modern cars and bikes, some of which are destined to become classics.

ACE is primarily a social club, with optional monthly meetups with lunches, three planned runs to places of interest each year (Spring, Summer and Autumn) and a three to four day trip away at a suitable hotel either UK or abroad. We often have designated parking areas at our chosen venues, so that members of the public who are interested in the cars can view them.

We also hold an AGM and an annual party/ dinner, and sometimes summer parties, barbecues etc.

We welcome members from a range of adjoining counties as well as from Derbyshire. Membership is currently £10 per couple, annually.