14th May 2021 For immediate release
FBHVC exceeds Drive it Day targets to fund a day of NSPCC Childline® operations for
One Unforgettable Day
The FBHVC National Drive-It Day in support of Childline® was a huge success for the historic vehicle
community across the UK, both in terms of getting historic vehicles seen on the nation’s roads to raise
awareness of our movement but also in raising money to support the vital NSPCC Childline® service.
Whether it was small, socially distanced groups or individual journeys, the UK was graced by thousands of
enthusiasts collectively hitting the roads to show off our nation’s transport heritage and support a cause that
supports many young lives across the UK every day.
The FBHVC can announce that the funds raised so far now exceeds £30,000, with Childline® plate sales
continuing for postponed or delayed events later in the year. The money was raised mainly through the sale of
the official FBHVC Childline® Plates and donations. For more information view www.driveitday.co.uk where a
gallery of images from 25th April 2021 can be seen.
David Whale, FBHVC Chairman explains, “The amount raised means that the historic vehicle community will
join together to fund ‘One Unforgettable Day’ meaning that the NSPCC’s Childline activities will be completely
funded by our community for a whole 24 - hour period, which was our ambitious aim when we started this
journey a year ago.”
Sir Peter Wanless, NSPCC CEO said, ”Sponsoring Childline® for one day leaves a lasting impact on the
hundreds of children who will have a counselling session that day – for some children, this might be the first
time they have reached out for support and been listened to.
The NSPCC are overwhelmed by the support of the FBHVC and the Historic Vehicle Community who have
supported Drive it Day to make the first year of this meaningful partnership such a success.”
The One Unforgettable Day has been earmarked for 12th November 2021, the opening day of the Classic
Motor Show at the NEC in Birmingham, where both FBHVC and NSPCC representatives will be on hand to
explain more about what the NSPCC’s Childline® does and offer help and advice for clubs wanting to run
events in 2022.
If you missed out on a Childline® plate, or you have delayed your Drive - it - Day activities, the FBHVC still have
a small number available and, of course, you can still donate via www.driveitday.co.uk. Sales and donations
pages will remain open into the summer.