HARWOODS MINI is hosting a free cruise for MINI owners this Sunday. Starting at its service centre, in Edison Road, just off the Houndmills Roundabout, the cruise which will last around one-and-a-half hours, will make a pit-stop at Lasham Airfield.

While at the aerodrome owned by the UK’s largest gliding club – Lasham Gliding Society – drivers and their passengers will be able to park-up, enjoy some refreshments and take photos.

They will also be given exclusive access to The Gliding Heritage Centre.

Looking forward to the cruise, organiser Louise Golding, from Harwoods MINI, said: “We want to see as many different coloured old and new Minis taking part as possible.

“Basically we’re going to have a really fun day event – Mini owners are known for their fun.”

After the visit to Lasham Airfield, those taking part in the cruise will then enjoy driving down country lanes before travelling back to the MINI dealer in Houndmills via the A30.

Once back, Harwoods will be providing complimentary vehicle health checks from its own technicians and car washes to all participants plus a delicious barbeque.

“We’ll have the MINI Challenge race team here too showing their racing cars,” said Louise.

“It will be a great opportunity for everyone to look around the Minis and talk to the team.

“They’ll also be bringing their Mini Scalextrics set so everyone will be able to test their racing skills.”

At the service centre, they will be able to find out more about the services offered by Harwood MINI.

“As we’re an authorised Mini repairer, we already have a large number of Mini owners as customers, but as we don’t have a showroom on site, some people may be unaware that we are here,” explained Louise.

“This event is a good way to promote all our after sales servicing, including warranty and parts for our Mini owners.”

Harwoods MINI will also be holding a competition for the best accessorized Mini.

The winner will be presented with two VIP tickets to a MINI Challenge Cup race day with garage tour included.

“It is set to be a fantastic day so don’t miss out,” said Louise.

Contact Harwoods Basingstoke for more information about the cruise which starts at 10.30am or to book a place visit harwoods.uk.com/news-events/mini-cruise-event/