Key2Africa are a hit at Land Rover shows

From James and Mike of Key2Africa:

Last weekend we had a local Land Rover show at the Bath and West Show Ground. In the build-up to the show we had the usual running around to do. Unfortunately we also had our very first problem with the truck, no power, however a trip to Bristol Batteries by Nick Cox on his way home from work and a purchase of two new batteries solved our problem.

After a short commute we arrived to a sunny show ground. We quickly set about spreading our stand out, unlike Eastnor a few weeks earlier the weather allowed us to escape the shelter of the awning  but as always we had plenty of interest from people attending the show. These shows allows us to meet some really interesting people who have lots of useful hints and tips for preparing the truck as well as whilst we are on the trip and kept us entertained with stories of their travels.


On the Saturday, having just driven one of the Camel Trophy vehicles around the arena for the Camel Trophy Owners Club, the organisers had a 10 minute slot to fill in the arena. So off the cuff James entered the arena to speak to the announcer about the Key2Africa project and with a crowd around the arena we had a great opportunity to connect with a large audience and get more people who might have passed us by to come and speak to us on our stand.

Next on the ever growing Key2Africa to do list is to get the interior of the truck sorted, the first task is to get a bulk head to separate the cab from the rest of the truck. B.S Commercials based in Bristol will be fitting said bulkhead at their earliest convenience. Then the task of making the truck as easy and comfortable to live out of for a sustained period of time. So any suggestions for the interior will be gladly welcomed.

Key2Africa will next be appearing at the Bath Pageant of Motoring, the first weekend of July (5th and 6th). Come by for a chat and a brew and the possibility of cake.