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Welcome to the AROC Cotswold Section Website |
Website Last Updated - 24th January 2012 |
We are an active section with an ever increasing membership, all Alfa owners and prospective members are welcome to join in any of our meetings or events and we are a fairly informal bunch so why not come along and meet us? We meet at the The Feathered Nest Inn, Nether Westcote, Oxfordshire, OX7 6SD; 7:30pm - 3rd Wednesday of the month. If you would like to receive our monthly section email please click here to send us an email. or Join us on facebook |
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Latest NewsletterJanuary 2012 - Newsletter now available to download in PDF format, go to the Newsletters Tab to see all the newsletters. Next Section Event(s)Wednesday 15th February- Regular meeting and AGM at the Feathered Nest Friday 24th to Sunday 26th February- Race Retro, Stoneleigh Park, Coventry Date for your DiaryCOTSWOLD ALFA DAY is Sunday 24th June with the Giro Panoramiico finishing at Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe. Photographs from Recent EventsScalextric Night at the Coach and Horses, Ganborough - January 2012 Christmas Lunch at the Pudding Club, Mickleton - December 2011 Cotswold Alfa Day - 2011
Latest photos are from Cotswold Alfa Day and because of the volume are split into elements of the day, clicking the link will open a slide show in a new window. The Start, The Route, Arriving at Buscot Park, Around Buscot Park and The Prizes. If you were not able to join us but are interested in the driving route we took it is available here as a pdf download or from the Giro Panoramico Tab Go to the Photo Gallery Tab to see all our photos |
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Events and Meetings - 2012 |
February...Wednesday 15th - Regular meeting and AGM at the Feathered Nest Friday 24th to Sunday 26th - Race Retro, Stoneleigh Park, Coventry |
March...Wednesday 21st - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest Sunday 25th - Coventry Transport Museum - Joint visit with the East Midlands section. We have had an invite from the East Midlands section to join them at the Coventry Transport Museum. “We’d be delighted if you would invite the guys from Cotswolds to be part of our Alfa Display at Coventry Transport Museum is on Sunday 25 March from 11 - 4.30pm, it is ESSENTIAL that people pre-book a parking spot to get the required pass into Millennium Place. There is a decent on-site restaurant and a craft fair taking place inside, plus admission is FREE!” If you are interested in join us please email me with the following details; name, type of Alfa, registration no and contact number. We will then obtain the passes from John Griffiths and get them out to you. |
April...Saturday 14th - Alfaholics Track Day - Castle Combe www.alfaholics.com Wednesday 18th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest Sunday 22nd - FBHVC Drive it Day Sunday 29th - Spring Alfa Day - Cotswold Wildlife Park |
May...Saturday 5th - Auto Italia - Spring Italian Car Day at Brooklands 5th to 7th - Classics at Cheltenham Racecourse (TBC) Sunday 6th - Breakfast at Twyning - Gathering of classic cars on Twyning Green, Near Tewkesbury hosted by the South West Austin Healey club - Coffee or Tea and Bacon Rolls from the pub on the green, Followed by a road run for those interested (TBC) All classic Alfa owners welcome - Contact Mark Knight info@ahc-southwestern.co.uk to book a place All proceeds to the fly2help charity http://www.fly2help.org Wednesday 16th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest Sunday 13th - Rotary Classic Car Meet - Prescott Hill Climb Cheltenham Cleeve Vale Rotary Club invites classic car owners to an event to be held on the weekend of 12th and 13th May 2012. The event is open to all pre-1980s vehicles but exceptions may be made at the discretion of the organisers for particularly interesting vehicles. We will again be attending on the Sunday for the culmination of the weekend events Sunday will be devoted to display and driving the famous hill, with passengers if you wish, in marshalled but un-timed runs. Un-timed runs eliminate the need for crash helmets and the full gamut of safety equipment etc. However vehicles must have valid road tax, MOT and insurance documentation. A Paddock entry donation of £46 per vehicle covers 2 runs up the hill all passengers and a souvenir programme. Entries are limited to 200. Additional runs if available will be at a suggested donation of £5 each. Orchard Static Display and Cavalcade As before, we will also be having a static display in a designated area of the Orchard for classic, vintage and special vehicles. For those who wish we will also be repeating the gentle cavalcades up the hill so that vehicles can be displayed in motion to the attending public. We feel this significantly enhances the presentation of the superb range of vehicles expected. An Orchard entry donation of £18 per car and covers all passengers, a free programme and a cavalcade drive up the hill. Once again Stirling Moss will be in attendance and will be running up the hill driving selcted entrants cars The hill run part of this event books up very quickly so if you are interested I suggest you get your booking in as soon as you can |
June...Friday 1st - Robert Dover's Cotswold Olimpick Games (TBC) www.olimpickgames.co.uk Sunday 3rd - Auto Italia Concours - Stanford Hall Sunday 10th - Churchill Classic Car Show - 12 noon to 5pm The twelfth bi-annual Vintage and Classic Car Show at Churchill. Due to the popularity of this show entries are being restricted this year so please get your application in early if you want to join us. Exhibitors arrive from 11am Click here to download an application form - Please complete, print off and send to the address on the form. Once you have your acceptance please let us know and we will add you to the parking plan. We will be in our regular spot outside the church :-) Wednesday 20th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest Sunday 24th - Cotswold Alfa Day We have not yet finalised all the details but please put the date in your diary The Giro Panoramico will finish at Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe, where we will have exclusive parking on the Falcon Lawn. This was a very popular venue last time we went there and a number of people have asked to return, so we have decided to go back this year. http://www.sudeleycastle.co.uk Friday 29th to Sunday 1st July - Goodwood Festival of Speed - Details www.goodwood.co.uk |
July...Wednesday 18th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest - Ladies Night 20th to 22nd - Silverstone Classic - Silverstone, Northamptonshire. Details www.silverstoneclassic.com 29th to 1st - Goodwood Festival of Speed - Goodwood Estate. Details www.goodwood.co.uk |
August...Sunday 12th - National Alfa Day - Newby Hall, Ripon, Yorkshire Wednesday 15th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest - Fun Concours Sunday 26th - Breakfast at Twyning - Gathering of classic cars on Twyning Green, Near Tewkesbury hosted by the South West Austin Healey club - Coffee or Tea and Bacon Rolls from the pub on the green, Followed by a road run for those interested (TBC) All classic Alfa owners welcome - Contact Mark Knight info@ahc-southwestern.co.uk to book a place All proceeds to the fly2help charity http://www.fly2help.org |
September...14th to 16th - Goodwood Revival - Goodwood Estate. Details www.goodwood.co.uk Wednesday 19th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest - Late summer drive out |
October...Wednesday 17th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest Sunday 28th - Autumn Walk and Lunch (TBC) |
November...Wednesday 21st - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest |
December...Date to be decided - Section Christmas Meal Wednesday 19th - Regular meeting at the Feathered Nest |
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Photo Gallery...
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Below is a selection of photos taken during 2010 & 2011 at events we have either organised or attended, there are contributions from; Hazel Mills, Jane Grimshaw, Matthew Willmott, Mark Byatt, Richard Morris, Richard Rees, John Raper, Dave Parker, Phil Gotts, James Wheeler and Mark Grimshaw. Photographs from 2005 to 2009 inclusive have been archived, if you are interested in seeing any of them or want a copy of one please get in touch |
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Because of the volume they are split into elements of the day clicking the link will open a slide show in a new window. The Start, The Route, Arriving at Buscot Park, Around Buscot Park and The Prizes Photos supplied by Hazel Mills, Matthew Willmott, Richard Morris, Terry & Wendy Wall, Mark Knight, Mark & Jane Grimshaw. |
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Click Here to view photos from our Scalextric Night at the Coach and Horses, Ganborough - January 2012 Won by Richard Morris with Road Ashton a close second - Full results to follow |
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Click Here to view photos from our Christmas Lunch at the Pudding Club, Mickleton - December 2011 |
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Click Here to view photos from our Sculpture Trail Walk - October 2011 |
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Click Here to view photos from Airbase Live Museum at Coventry - September 2011 - Photos by Hazel Mills |
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Click Here to view photos from the Loxley ReRun - August 2011 - Organised by John & Hazel Mills |
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Click Here to view photos from Breakfast @ Twyning, organised by the Austin Healey Club with afternoon tea at Clive's Fruit Farm, Upton on Severn - July 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the Prize Giving at National Alfa Day - July 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from our Summer Drive to the Feathered Nest - July 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the Fun Concours June 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the Asparagus Run May 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the Classic Car Event at Precott May 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from Spring Alfa Day at Duxford - April 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the Alfaholics Trackday - April 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from the The Austin Healey SW Seasoner Opener 2011 at Tyntesfield (NT) AROC members were invited along with other Classic Car clubs from the SW |
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Click here to view photos from our Visit to Prodrive March 2011 |
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Click here to view photos from our AGM and Quiz 2011 at which the current committee were voted in for another year ! |
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Click here to view photos from our Scalextric Evening - January 2011 ... ...and a big thank you to Rod Ashton who organised it The Results; Dave Hood 1st, James Dobson 2nd, Rich Morris 3rd and John Mills 4th |
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Click here to view photos from our Christmas Party at the Three Ways Hotel Mickleton - December 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the visit to Blade Alfa Cheltenham - November 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the visit to Westonbirt - October 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the visit to Cotswold Alfa Day September 2010
Click here to view photos of Cotswold Alfa Day taken by the Blenheim Palace photographer Tim Long |
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Click here to view photos from the visit to National Alfa Weekend - August 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the visit to Black & White Garage with Thames Valley Section - July 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the Section Meet & Summer Drive - June 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from Churchill Classic Car Show - June 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from Prescott Hillclimb - May 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the Alfaholics Trackday - April 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the Pudding Club visit - March 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the 2010 AGM and Quiz night - February 2010 |
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Click here to view photos from the Scalextric Evening - January 2010 |
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Links...
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| The website of the national Alfa Romeo Owners club - Serving Alfa owners since 1964 | |
| Classic car owner-enthusiasts Rob and Mark are able to assist with most repairs and maintenance, offering a quality service at a sensible price; of particular interest, Rob has extensive experience in the care and maintenance of Italian marques | |
| NJS Pershore have been servicing Fiat, Lancia, Alfa Romeo & Maserati vehicles for 15 years in the Worcestershire area serving villages and towns such as; Evesham, Pershore, Tewkesbury and Cheltenham | |
| The Feathered Nest Country Inn, a country pub, restaurant and inn set in the picturesque village of Nether Westcote and nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds with marvellous views over the Evenlode Valley. Originally an old Malthouse, the updated and thoughtfully refurbished Feathered Nest offers a cosy, warm and welcoming atmosphere. The Nest also serves as a convenient base from which to explore the quaint and charming villages as well as the rural surroundings. | |
| The Alfa Romeo Owners Club online shop | |
| The worldwide organisation dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of Alfa Romeo's 750 and 101 series Giulietta and Giulia Car | |
Section members Terry Wall and Wendy Conway's website. For inspirational Wildlife Photography why not treat yourself to a copy of Terry's new coffee table book 'Pictures on a Platinum Wall?' Terry's One to One Tutorial on Digital Photography Workflow is now available as a Download - a must have for all Digital Photographers. |
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| Cana Imports are an independent company selling a variety of Italian products sourced directly from small Italian producers | |
| Cotswold 500 invites you to hire a classic Fiat 500 and experience a little bit of Italian motoring history in the beautiful Cotswolds | |
| Leading Alfa Romeo & Fiat specialists, sales & service, with a fine classic car collection in Cold Ash near Newbury | |
| The Puesdown Inn is a traditional Cotswold inn, where the emphasis is on hospitality - from the welcoming ambience and the attentive service to the quality of the eating experience.Lovingly refurbished by proprietors, John and Maggie Armstrong, The Puesdown Inn delights with its individually designed surroundings, open log fires, new oak flooring throughout and lots of cosy sofas | |
| The Register caters for the Giulia 105 and 115 Series of Alfa Romeo motor cars. These include the Giulia saloon, Bertone coupe, Spider and Duetto models | |
| All you will ever need to know about the Cotswolds | |
| The Cotswold Classic Car Club is a local Classic car enthusiast group based in Gloucestershire UK, who aim to encourage the ownership and use of classic cars of all makes. | |
| Prescott has been home to top flight motor racing as well as vintage and classic meetings for cars and bikes for almost 80 years. Home of the Bugatti Owner Club | |
| Here at Bristol Street Motors Worcester, Alfa Romeo we have a full range of quality new Giulietta, MiTo, 159, 159 Sportwagon, GT, Brera, Spider, 8C & 8C Spider models and a comprehensive stock of used vehicles. As approved Alfa Romeo dealers, our friendly staff will be glad to share with you their expansive knowledge about the Alfa Romeo product range and answer any questions you may have. Customer satisfaction is hugely important to us and we are dedicated to finding the right car for you. | |
| We know the needs of Alfa Romeo drivers are highly specialised. That's why we have the passion, expertise and knowledge to help in every possible way. Our commitment is to maintain the highest possible standards of customer service at all times, whether you are an existing owner or searching for a new or Approved Used Alfa Romeo. | |
| Cheltenham based Alfa Dealer - We know the needs of Alfa Romeo drivers are highly specialised. That's why we have the passion, expertise and knowledge to help in every possible way. Our commitment is to maintain the highest possible standards of customer service at all times, whether you are an existing owner or searching for a new or Approved Used Alfa Romeo | |
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Mark Grimshaw - (Chair & Website) Tel: 07770 931759 |
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| Mark Byatt - (Secretary) Tel: 07521 189342 | |
| Matthew Willmott - (Treasurer) Tel: 01684 296163 | |
| Steve Dymoke - (Events) Tel: 07956 361069 | |
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Giro Panoramico...
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The driving element of Cotswold Alfa Day has delevoped in to what we now call "Giro Panoramico" and is a gentle guided route through the beautiful Cotswolds scenery. Up to and including 2011 all the routes were devised by Richard Morris and due to overwhelming demand for copies we are now making them available from this website, obviously the quiz is only relevant on the day but is still a bit of fun if you want to try it out. Click the map to load the route of your choice. These routes are supplied "as is" and the AROC Cotswold section bears no responsibilty for them, some of the roads used can be a bit bumpy and there is either a warning or an alternative supplied. If used as a guide they can be the source of a great days driving in the Cotswolds. |
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2005 - The Puesdown Inn to the Roman Court Hotel, at Stow-on- the-Wold The Roman Court Hotel has changed hands since we did this and is now Number 4 at Stow The route is designed as a leisurely drive, not a race. It is around 65 miles in length and can be done in about 2.5 hours if you don’t stop. But please take your time, the barbecue is not until 3pm, stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that the Cotswolds has to offer. You will rarely be more than 10 miles from Stow. The first section of the drive has a couple of challenges involving roads marked as ‘unsuitable for motors’ it is up to you whether you take them or not. Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
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2006 - Circular route starting and finishing at the Roman Court Hotel, Stow-on-the-Wold The Roman Court Hotel has changed hands since we did this and is now Number 4 at Stow The whole route is around 55 miles in length and will eventually return you to the Roman Court Hotel. You can do as much or as little of the route as you like. You will rarely be more than 10 miles from Stow. The entire route can be completed in about 2.5 hours if done non-stop. But please take your time Have a go at the quiz, or stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that the Cotswolds has to offer. But most of all enjoy driving your Alfa through some of Englands finest scenery. Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
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2007 - The Puesdown Inn to Upton House, Nr Banbury This route is simply an interesting way to get you to Upton House, the venue for this years COTSWOLD ALFA DAY. It is designed as a leisurely drive, not a race. The route uses a combination of B roads and lots of typically narrow, and often bumpy, Cotswold country lanes. Included to add a little extra interest are a series of observational questions for you to solve. All the answers can be found along the route and you don’t even need to get out of the car to find them. Answer them all correctly and you could win a prize! The entire route is around 65 miles in length and can be completed in about 2.5 hours if done non-stop. But please take your time. Have a go at the quiz, or stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that the Cotswolds has to offer. But above all enjoy driving your Alfa! Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
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2008 - Roman Court Hotel, Stow-on-the-Wold to Broughton Castle The Roman Court Hotel has changed hands since we did this and is now Number 4 at Stow The route of the tour is simply an interesting way to get you to Broughton Castle, the venue for this years COTSWOLD ALFA DAY. It is designed as a leisurely drive, not a race. The route uses a combination of B roads and lots of typically narrow and often bumpy, Cotswold country lanes. Included to add a little extra interest are a series of observational questions for you to solve. All the answers can be found along the route and you don’t even need to get out of the car to find them. The entire tour is around 55 miles in length and can be completed in about 2 hours if done non-stop. But please take your time. Have a go at the quiz, or stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that the Cotswolds has to offer. But above all enjoy driving your Alfa! Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
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2009 - Blades Cafe in Northleach to Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe The route will take you along A and B roads, and lots of typically narrow and often bumpy, Cotswold country lanes. Included to add a little extra interest is a series of observational questions for you to answer. The whole route is around 50 miles in length and will eventually bring you to the Sudeley Castle, the focal point of the event. Follow the route singularly or in convoy - it is up to you. The entire route can be completed in about 2 hours if done non-stop. But please take your time. Enjoy the scenery, have a go at the quiz, or stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that you will find along the way. But above all else enjoy driving your Alfa! Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
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2010 - The Inn at Fossebridge to Blenheim Palace It is simply a planned route that will take you from The Inn at Fossebridge to Blenheim Palace, giving you the opportunity to explore the beautiful Cotswold countryside along the way. Full instructions and clear directions are given, and as the route progresses places of interest are pointed out - there is even a quiz. This involves a series of simple observational questions see if you answer them all correctly. The whole route is around 45 miles in length. If driven non-stop the route can be completed in about 1.5 hours but please take your time - it’s not a race. Enjoy the scenery, have a go at the quiz, or stop en route to explore some of the beautiful and interesting places that you will come across along the way. Above all else enjoy driving your Alfa! Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window Click here to load the map and Page 1 |
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2011 - Frogmill Hotel to Buscot Park The route will lead you through the beautiful Cotswold countryside, from The Frogmill to Buscot Park. Clear directions of the route are given and there is a map on page 6. Also included is a simple observational quiz for you to have a go at. The whole route is around 50 miles in length. If driven non-stop it can be completed in about 1 ¾ hours but please take your time. Enjoy the scenery, have a go at the quiz but above all else enjoy driving your Alfa! Click the map or this link to load the route plan in a new window |
