Paulerspury People April 2013

April 2013

The Newsletter of The RRECPaulerspury Section

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Not a Lot of People Know That 4

The Chairman’s Bit 5

Sunday Lunch at The Red Lion 6

Sunday Lunch at The Rising Sun 7

St George’s Day Run and Lunch 8

Secretary’s Notes 14

Pedal to the Metal TV Programme - An Invitation 15

Forthcoming Events 16

Committee Contacts 18

April2013

The Newsletter of the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club - Paulerspury Section

Front Cover Photograph:Peter and Sue Walton’s 1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Saloon by Barker

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In the film ‘The Yellow Rolls-Royce’, the original car used was a yellow Barker-bodied Phantom II but sharp eyed Rolls-Royce watchers will observe that the carchanges at least twice in the course of filming. (Clue - position of spare wheel).

The Peninsula Hotel in Hong kong once had a fleet of ten Rolls-Royce’s for use byits guests.

When American troops entered Mussolini’s headquarters in Rome at the end ofthe fighting in Italy, among the things they ‘liberated’ were two Rolls-Royce motorcars - the property of the fascist dictator.

Alfred Vanderbilt II was reported as selling his Rolls-Royce for an excellent reason:“Every time I get out of it, everything else seems like an anti-climax.”

Not a Lot of People Know That


The Chairman’s Bit

Barry Gallafent

It is almost May, where has the first part of this year gone?The weather has not been kind to us, indeed the firstSunday lunch saw no club cars at all and very fewmembers braved the snow. The second we fared betterbut in March, again with the snow, we had just one clubcar out. Actually looking around the car park on theseoccasions, we could easily have been mistaken for theJaguar Driver’s Club! As I write, the sun shines, so let ushope better weather is on its way.

You will have noticed the letter from our Membership Secretary, Mark Warnock,enclosed with this edition of the PP on the back of which a membership surveyform is provided. Do take a few minutes to complete the form and return it to us inthe Pre-Paid envelope provided, it will ensure we have the most up to date detailson you as a Paulerspury Section member, enabling us to better communicatewith you and understand your requirements from the Section generally. Returningthe form will ensure you continue to receive the Paulerspury People quarterly andthat we are not mailing it to people who for any reason, no longer wish to receiveit, thereby wasting valuable Section funds.

In the coming weeks, in addition to the usual calendar of events, some of yourcommittee members will be turning out on a few weekday evenings hoping tomeet one or two more of you. We will choose a suitable pub venue in four separatecounty locations where you can just turn up and have a chat with us and find outwho we are and what we do. Bring your club car if you like or just walk the dog.Whatever you choose, we will be pleased to see you. Existing members arewelcome too, the more the merrier. No booking is required for these meetings,just turn up, we’ll be there. All dates and venues are listed under forthcomingevents.

As the Annual Rally approaches, I would like to remind you that you need to getyour forms back to the Hunt House by Friday 24th May if you want to park yourclub car in its own class on the rally field. This year our tailgate party will behosted by Derek and Sylvia Freeman at their Silver Cloud III which will be parkedin Class 13. All Paulerspury Section members are welcome to come along, wewill be delighted to see you there.

Recently we have gained some new Section members and were very pleased tosee them along at events almost immediately. On our St George’s Day Run wewere fortunate enough to have four new members attend their first event and some‘almost new members’ already attending their third. If you have not yet been along


Sunday Lunch - The Red Lion - East Haddon24th February 2013

It seemed strange at first venturing NorthWest of our usual ‘patch’ for Sunday lunchbut strange, it was not. The Red Lion,whilst concealed in the quiet village of EastHaddon, is easily accessible from the A5,the M1, the A45, so although you mightnot ordinarily come across it on yourtravels, it is easy enough to find anotherday.

The weather was not especially kind tous and although a handful of local club carswere turned out for the occasion, manymembers chose to keep theirs at home.

This does not of course spoil the day and fine fayre followed on from the arrivalchat in the bar.

The food was of an excellent quality as was the service that provided it. The RedLion is described in the Michelin Guide as ‘Taking Food Seriously’ and that itdoes. In the courtyard across the way from the Pub itself, can be found TheShires Cookery School. Here the proprietors offer daytime and evening classesas well as gourmet cooking weekend’s. If you don’t fancy yourself as a futureHeston Blumenthal or Marco Pierre White, you can just sign up to watch!

We were delighted to see some new members in attendance as well as welcomingsome long standing members to their first Paulerspury Section event. We hope tosee them all at many more.

The Chairman made mention of some older members as well as others who havelost their life partners, finding difficulty in getting to some of our events. Some are

The Red Lion - East Haddon

to a Section event, why not give it a try? We are a friendly, welcoming bunch ofenthusiasts’, intent on enjoying whatever we do, with or without our club cars.

Well that’s all from me this time. Don’t forget to fill in and return your membershipsurvey form and I hope to see many of you soon.

Barry GallafentChairman


Sunday Lunch - The Rising Sun - Halls Green24th March 2013

One would be forgiven for thinking that Christmas came late when we turned up forour informal lunch at The Rising Sun in Halls Green near Letchworth Garden City.Our resident Father Christmas played by Peter Parsons managed to get his sleighstuck in Preston some 15 miles away courtesy of the stupid women in his TomTom.It took the steady hand of Mrs Christmas to get him back on course. The rest ofus waited patiently for this drama to play out before we could tuck in to thedelicious food on offer. The hours seemed to roll by slowly waiting for the food butthe convivial company helped pass the time.

The setting of The Rising Sun is quite deep in the countryside. On our way to thepub we were treated to some magnificent snow sculptures crafted by the wind

simply too far for them to travel to andothers, when the weather is inclement,a little too dangerous for them to travelto alone. He asked that the more able ofus consider our fellow members whomight be in this situation and perhapsoffer to bring them along on occasion ifthey are passing almost by their door.

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through the hedges. The Conservatorywhere we ate looked out over the snowclad fields. Thirty one hardy soulsenjoyed a pleasant lunch and only a fewhad to cancel due the highly unusualsnowy conditions. Most of us wiselydecided this was not the time to bringour cherished cars out but it was good

Awaiting Lunch

Empty plates,always a good sign

Peter Parsons is a bit late with grace

Early bird line up


St George’s Day Run and LunchHighgate House - Creaton - NorthantsSunday 21st April 2013

to catch up on what work had been done to them during the closed season.

Thank you to David Davis for putting this one together.

Chris Bellringer

Margaret and Alan Fuller rose to thetasks of:

Nice Day, Nice Run, Nice Lunch

It was as the booking form said “usuallyvery popular, book early”.

The run as everyone there noticedcoincided with FBHVC National drive it

Cosy in the conservatory

Keith Davies chatting with new membersPeter and Sue Walton


day, every year National Drive It Day is purposefully held on the Sunday nearest to23 April. Why? Because it commemorates the 64 cars that left London on the firstday of the Thousand Mile Trial on 23 April 1900.

Organised by the Automobile Club it started from London and went through Bristol,Birmingham, Manchester, Derby, Kendal, Carlisle, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds,Sheffield, Nottingham, Loughborough and Northampton. They arrived back inLondon on the 13th May.

It left from Grosvenor Place, London and there were 84 entries of whom 64 actuallystarted. By Edinburgh 51 were still running. 35 were considered to have completedthe whole trial achieving full average speed throughout. Including. Private entry12-hp Panhard ( Hon. C. S. Rolls), (Goggle it if you are interested)

Numerous prizes were awarded at the conclusion of the trials, the gold medal forthe best car in any class being bestowed on Mr. Roll’s Panhard.

The road had lots of people getting their cars out, to demonstrate how manyhistoric and interesting machines are still on the road today. We had 24 cars onthe run, I am sure the first real outing of the year for many cars, mine included.

The instructions said leave at 11.15 to enjoy a ride around Northamptonshire andLeicestershire and arrive back at Highgate House in time for 3 course lunch.(Drinks not included). So that’s what we did.

On what really seemed like the first in actual fact nice day of spring with lots ofpeople (64) going on a run around what turned out to be a very pleasant part of thecountryside, Market Harborough was a place I had never been to before and lookedvery nice.

An excellent turnout for St George

Peter and Sue Walton chat with Graham Tomalin More friendly chatter


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We had a nice time practicing our maths, our car always seems to go that bitfurther than most and we were adding 1/10, 2/10, 3/10, till we got lost and had toadd a bit more, never mind everyone got back.

There was the St. Georges day award for new members who had done the mostfor the club, presented by the Chairman to Andrew and Caroline Sykes for theirexcellent support of Section events since joining just a few months agao.

Alan Fuller also announced a visit to Aston Martin at Newport Pagnell for £10,(you can put me down for that one).

Steve Dolan attaches his St George’s flag

Early arrivals under the section flagNew members, David & Sue Cooper

Peter and Sue Walton’s 20/25


Andrew and Caroline Sykes’ 1934 20/25 by Park Ward

Chris Goddards’ 1995 Bentley Turbo R

Peter Kingabys’ 1979 Shadow II

Peter and Audrey Nightingales’ Phantom V by James Young

Alan Goddards’ Corniche Dennis and Sue Sewells’ 1964 Silver Cloud III

Steven and Mia Murrays’ 1954 Silver WraithPrototype Electric Ghost in disguise


As Barry said to me when I first submitted the article “I would appreciate a fewmore words, it is this kind of thing that encourages others to join us another day”.This is very true, honestly I would encourage members of the Section who havenot been to events such as this to come along and see for themselves what funthey can be, you will be very welcome, we had four new Section members at thisevent, plus I would remind everyone that you can always bring non member guests.

There is no finer way of enjoying your car than to be using it with like mindedpeople.

David Hennessey

David and Margaret Wells 2000 Arnage Red Label alongside Keith Waltons’ 2000 Silver Seraph

Martin Coopers’ 1975 Silver Shadow Derek and Sylvia Freemans’ 1963 Silver Cloud III


Authorisation is required by the Motor Vehicles (Competitions & Trials) Regulations1969 (as amended) for competitive events on the Public Highway.

The vast majority of scenic tours organised by motor clubs are non-competitiveand therefore do not require authorisation. Organisers should however be awarethat if they introduce an element of competition to their event it would then comeunder the remit of the legislation which is part of the Road Traffic Act. For instance,if you included some treasure hunt type clues or had awards or penalties theevent would become subject to authorisation of the route. Authorisation of eventsin England and Wales are administered by the Competition Authorisation Office(CAO) at the MSA, Scotland has a separate office at the Royal Scottish AutomobileClub http://www.rsacmotorsport.co.uk/index.cfm/fuseaction/RouteAuthorisation.

The MSA considers the presentation of ‘finishers’ awards’ an indication thatcompetition has taken place. To avoid an event being classed as a competition donot use the word ‘award’ when describing any plaques, certificates, mementos orsouvenirs that may be given to those taking part.

Within the legislation, Regulation 5 permits certain competitive events to beautomatically authorised, so there is no requirement for formal authorisation. Thisis where the 12 cars rule comes in. You can organise an event with a competitiveelement which is automatically authorised if the total number of vehicles does notexceed 12.

It should also be noted that this competitive element can also affect an entrant’sRoad Traffic Act insurance as most policies specifically exclude cover forcompetitions. We would advise all competitors to check their policies before enteringsuch events.

MSA Clubs

In addition to noting the above, any MSA recognised clubs who organise a scenictour will require a Certificate of Exemption which is a type of permit. The MSAterm these types of event as touring assemblies and they have to be non-competitiveto comply with the MSA General Regulations.

Secretary’s Notes

There has been much discussion recently over car club events, specifically ralliesand treasure hunts, as to whether the organisers need the approval of the MotorSports Association. Clearly there is a fine line between those events requiringapproval and those which don’t. Reproduced below, by kind permission of theFBHVC, is the current interpretation of the rules. Rest assured, we are aware ofthese regulations and will make sure all Paulerspury Section events comply.


Forthcoming TV Programme - Pedal To The MetalThe Section have received the following invitation which has been passed on tous by The Hunt House. If you are interested in taking part, please contact thesignatory directly by telephone or email as shown on the bottom of this invitation

Dear RREC Member’s

I am writing with regard to a television series called Brian Johnson’s Pedal to theMetal which Back2Back are currently producing for Discovery. The series will seethe AC/DC lead singer explore the social history of some of the UK and Italy’smost iconic motor vehicle manufacturers including Rolls Royce, Mini, Alfa Romeo,and Ferrari.

We are searching for enthusiasts, collectors, designers, engineers, or driverswith exceptional, unusual, and/or unique Rolls Royce’s, who might be interestedin contributing to an episode we are producing about the iconic marque. Theprogramme will explore the social history and contemporary manufacturing ofRolls Royce but in addition we’re really keen to find characters who’d be able toillustrate just why Roll Royce has remained so popular and enduring over the pastcentury.

Touring Assemblies NonMSA MSARegistered RegisteredClub Club

Is an MSA Permit/Certificate of Exemption required? No YesRoute Authorisation required No YesDo I need to contact the Route Liaison Officer? No YesTreasure Hunts (12 cars or fewer)Is an MSA Permit/Certificate of Exemption required? No YesRoute Authorisation required No NoDo I need to contact the Route Liaison Officer? No Yes

Treasure Hunts (13 cars or more)Is an MSA Permit/Certificate of Exemption required? No YesRoute Authorisation required Yes YesDo I need to contact the Route Liaison Officer? No Yes

ConcoursIs an MSA Permit/Certificate of Exemption required? No YesRoute Authorisation required No NoDo I need to contact the Route Liaison Officer? No No


Thursday 30th MayDown Your WayCome and meet some of the sectioncommittee from 7.00p.m. atThe Folly Inn, London Road,Towcester, Northamptonshire,NN12 6LDOrganiser: Barry Gallafent

Saturday 1st JuneSt Leonards Annual Fete 2 - 5 p.m.followed by a Barbecue hostedby Graham and Julia SwallowHP23 6NWOrganisers: Graham and Julia SwallowTel: 01494 758228Email: [email protected]

Forthcoming EventsThursday 6th JuneDown Your WayCome and meet some of the sectioncommittee from 7.00p.m.atThe Three Tuns, 57 Main Road,Biddenham, Bedfordshire,MK40 4BDOrganiser: Derek Freeman

Friday 14th - Sunday 16th JuneRREC Annual Rally and ConcoursOrganisers: Hunt House

Thursday 20th JuneDown Your WayCome and meet some of the sectioncommittee from 7.00p.m.atThe Bell HotelMarket Square, Winslow,Buckinghamshire,MK18 3ABOrganiser: Stephen Dolan

I was wondering whether any members of the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club mightbe interested in speaking to us about their unique cars and/or passion for thebrand – we’re basically looking for people with great stories connected to theirRolls Royce. So whether it’s a company who have a fleet of Rolls Royce hearses(like John Duckworth’s in Sunderland) or a mechanic who has turned his RollsRoyce into a drag racing car (like the team at WG Racing), or someone with avery rare Rolls Royce, or even one that’s previously been owned by Royalty, we’dbe interested in hearing from them!

Anyone from the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club who you could suggest or put usin contact with would be greatly appreciated. I can be contacted on the numberbelow or this email address – please feel free to pass my details on to anyone inyour club who you think might be interested in speaking to me.

Kind regards,

James Pearson - Assistant Producer - back2back productions ltdTelephone: 01273 227700 Email:[email protected]


Sunday 20th OctoberAutumn Road RunToddington, BedfordshireOrganisers: Barry & Ruth Gallafent

Thursday 24th - Friday 25th OctoberVisit to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars atGoodwood. Lunch prior to anddinner and accommodationafterwardsGoodwood, Sussex.Organisers: Barry Gallafent andDerek Freeman**This event cannot be booked untilforms are sent out with the JulyPaulerspury People**

Sunday 17th NovemberBedfordshire Pub LunchVenue TBCOrganiser:David Davis

Sunday 8th DecemberAGM & Christmas LunchMitchell Hall, CranfieldOrganiser: Val Yates

PLEASE NOTE: The Club’sstandard terms and conditions ofentry apply to all events and thesecan be found on the back of allevent booking forms.

The ONLY way to secure a place onor at any event* is to complete andreturn the relevant form to the eventorganiser. It is your responsibility toensure that your form has beenreceived and that your booking hasbeen accepted.

*Down Your Way meets require nobooking, just turn up for a chat.Everyone welcome, bring your caror not, it’s up to you.

Sunday 23rd JuneDriving Day and PicnicBroadwell House, WarksOrganiser: Adrian Denham

Thursday 27th JuneDown Your WayCome and meet some of the sectioncommittee from 7.00p.m.atThe Two Chimney’sStotfold Rd, Letchworth Garden City,Hertfordshire SG6 4JSOrganiser: Mark Warnock

Wednesday 24th JulyVisit to Hook Norton Breweryfollowed by Lunch at a nearby pubOrganiser: Derek Freeman

Sunday 18th AugustAnnual PicnicVenue: Hughenden HouseHigh Wycombe, Bucks..Organiser: Steve Dolan

Sunday 25th AugustLittle Gransden Classic Car Showand Vintage Air DisplayLittle Gransden, Cambs.Organisers: Barry & Ruth Gallafent

Sunday 8th SeptemberTreasure Hunt and LunchThe Old SwanAstwood, Bucks..Organisers: Barry & Ruth GallafentRoute by: Kathy and Mike Martin

Wednesday 25th SeptemberVisit to Aston Martin Works Serviceand Heritage CentreNewport Pagnell, Bucks..Organisers: Alan and Margaret Fuller**Limited Spaces - Book Early**

Chairman and Media EditorBarry Gallafent (Ruth)222b Wolverton RoadBlakelandsMilton Keynes, MK14 5ABTel: 01908 216804Mobile: 07785 [email protected]@rrecpaulerspury.org.uk

SecretarySteve Dolan (Janet)191 Baldwins Lane,Croxley Green, RickmansworthHertfordshire, WD3 3LLTel: 01923 778207 (Home & Fax)[email protected]

TreasurerKathryn Martin (Mike)Tel: 01234 [email protected]@rrecpaulerspury.org.uk

Events CoordinatorRuth Gallafent (Barry)Tel: 07900523152 (Mobile)[email protected]@rrecpaulerspury.org.uk

Membership CoordinatorMark Warnock (Kay)Tel: 07792 906771 (Mobile)[email protected]

Committee MembersDavid Davis (Diana)Tel: 01462 [email protected]

Val Yates (Danny)Tel: 01234 [email protected]

Derek Freeman (Sylvia)Tel: 01234 823255 (Home)[email protected]

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