It's not everyday you get to meet a movie star, but a National Trust house in North Yorkshire is offering just that opportunity this summer.
On 12 and 13 July, visitors to Nunnington Hall, near Helmsley in North Yorkshire will have the rare chance to meet Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - the actual car used in the classic movie. Popular with both grandparents and grandchildren, Chitty will be flying in to Nunnington to meet her fans.
Competition
Celebrating 40 years since the classic film hit the big screen and 100 years since the author, Ian Fleming's birth, Trust supporters now have the chance to win a magical prize. Enter our competition and you could take the place of Truly Scrumptious, Jeremy and Jemima and win a short ride around Nunnington village in Chitty herself.
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The story of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was written by the James Bond writer, Ian Fleming for his son Caspar. It was first published in 1964 and later made into the classic film musical in 1968. The story is now much-loved by generations of children and adults alike.
The film spawned some of the most memorable tunes in cinema including 'Hushaby Mountain', 'Truly Scrumptious', 'Toot Sweets', and the signature tune 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' itself. The original car from the film, Gen 11, was registered as such because it was the closest word to 'genie' that the UK motor vehicle registry would allow. Genii means magical being in Latin.
Nunnington Hall's Property Manager Simon Lee says:
'We are really looking forward to the weekend. Chitty visits us each year and it is a magical couple of days. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a film that everybody has enjoyed at one time or another and has a special place in many people's hearts. We hope visitors will take the opportunity to come and see Chitty while she is here and join in the magic.'
Conditions of entry
- The ride is for a maximum of three people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The ride is arranged for the weekend of 12/13 July 2008 (probably in the morning)
- One timed opportunity will be offered to the winner and this is not transferable
- The prize consists of a short ride around Nunnington village, on the public highway
- Please email Nunnington Hall with your name and telephone number
- Deadline for entry is 5pm on Wednesday 9 July
- The winner will be drawn and notified on Thursday 10 July
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