The Royal Automobile Club News

09/05/2013
Temporary Closure of the Swimming Pool
The swimming pool will be closed on the evening of Thursday 23 May from 7.15pm until 9.00pm. more
30/04/2013
The Woodcote Park Masterplan
As previously communicated, a series of Members’ Information Evenings have been arranged across both clubhouses, the first of which was Friday 30 November at Woodcote Park. more
25/04/2013
Meet The Team
Meet Lisa Hemings who joined the therapist team at Pall Mall in May 2010. more
11/04/2013
Meet The Team
Meet Charlotte Harris, part of the Pall Mall therapist team. more
06/04/2013
The New Drawing Room Is Open
Following a recent refurbishment in March, the Drawing Room, at the Pall Mall clubhouse is now open. more
05/04/2013
Beginners' Golf Classes
Don’t know a putter from a driver? Now’s the time to find out from the best on our six-week course. more
28/03/2013
BMW GS riders set off from the Pall Mall clubhouse
BMW GS riders set off from prestigious Royal Automobile Club in London on recreation of first round-the-world trip in 1913. more
22/03/2013
Table Tennis at Woodcote Park
Some of you may remember having a table tennis table at Cedars Sports and we are pleased to announce that we now have a new one which is set up when required on the squash court. more
22/03/2013
The Royal Automobile Club donates Flagpole to Epsom
To commemorate the occasion of the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s 75th Anniversary in 2012, the Club donated a flagpole for Epsom town centre. more
22/03/2013
Centenary Celebration Day
On Monday 18 March 2013, the Club celebrated the Centenary of Woodcote Park being acquired in 1913. more
22/03/2013
The Battle For The Club's Tourist Trophy Begins
Some of the teams and drivers that will compete in the opening round of the FIA World Endurance Championship at Silverstone on the 12-14 April wowed the capital today. more
20/03/2013
Surrey U18’s Vs Scotland U18’s Match at Woodcote Park
On Wednesday 13 March Woodcote Park played host to the Surrey under 18’s vs Scotland under 18’s golf match. more
08/03/2013
New to the Great Gallery
There is a new two-course lunch menu priced at £25.00 and a new three-course dinner menu priced at £40.00 in the Great Gallery. more
01/03/2013
Cycling
Join us for a taster event on Sunday 28 April with registration at Cedars Sports at 10.00am. more
01/03/2013
Annual Motoring Dinner with Murray Walker
Murray Walker, arguably the best known name in motor racing but certainly the most famous voice in broadcasting, was guest of honour at the Annual Motoring Dinner. more
28/02/2013
The Hanging Room: Town & Country Exhibition
Local artists Leigh Banks and Anjali Nicole Healy have created a series of artwork, to be exhibited at Woodcote Park on 15 April to 19 May. more
27/02/2013
100 Photographs of Woodcote Park
In July we will be showcasing an exhibition of 100 photographs to celebrate 100 years of Woodcote Park. more
27/02/2013
Fine Wines in The Boston Room
As Fine Wine Wednesdays have now finished, we have launched our new fine wines promotion so every day in the Boston Room can feel like a Wednesday. more
27/02/2013
New Ladies Clothing in the Pro Shop
We are pleased to announce LIJA clothing is now available in the Pro Shop, at Woodcote Park, with a selection of their golfing attire. more
26/02/2013
Woodcote Park Bedroom Update
Woodcote Park have been working with local company Milner’s, who have used rich, warm colours to individually decorate the bedrooms in a country house style. more
25/02/2013
The Great Woodcote Park Beer Festivals
With so many different beers available and brewers always creating new concoctions, sample and decide your favourites at the Woodcote Park beer festivals. more
18/02/2013
Woodcote Park Centenary Book
Woodcote Park is steeped in 100 years of history and has evolved through the ages. more
17/02/2013
The Sports Enthusiast
Enjoy a game of Squash? Treat yourself to the perfect post-workout treatment this spring. more
15/02/2013
In Loving Memory of Member Alastair McLaren Cameron
Alastair McLaren Cameron, 17 April 1934 to 9 February 2013. more
15/02/2013
Centenary Smoked Salmon
To celebrate 100 years of Woodcote Park the Club has created a special Centenary smoked salmon. more
15/02/2013
The Photographic Group Update
The Photographic Group has created a varied and interesting programme covering many aspects of digital photography. more
14/02/2013
Centenary Bedroom Offer
Woodcote Park’s 22 bedrooms are being refurbished. more
13/02/2013
Running Routes
Enjoy running in the fresh air? more
12/02/2013
Monday Morning Circuits
Every Monday, kick start the week with Monday morning circuit training at Pall Mall. more
12/02/2013
A Private Tour of Cass Art Sculpture Park, Goodwood
On Monday 22 April, Woodcote Park is hosting a private tour of Class Art Sculpture Park of Goodwood. more
11/02/2013
Square Mile Salute Dinner
On Monday 4 February, Woodcote Park hosted the launch event for the Square Mile Salute Banquet, which will take place in London in October. more
08/02/2013
Rear-View Mirror
The motoring research charity, the RAC Foundation, has compiled their 2012 annual review. more
06/02/2013
Motoring Join The Grid
Would you like to be more involved in the Club’s motoring activities? more
24/01/2013
The Long Bar Saturday Private Hire
The Long Bar is now available for private member hire on Saturday nights, the ideal central London location for that private party or work function. more
23/01/2013
Skiing at Woodcote Park
Club members skiing at Woodcote Park. more
16/01/2013
Minutes With . . . Board Member Alan Gow
In the past, Alan Gow was most comfortable on an Australian lake. Today he sits as easily at Club Board Meetings. more
16/01/2013
Club Choir plans for 2013
Plans for the Club Choir in 2013 have now been published and rehearsal dates and performances are now available. more
07/01/2013
Golf Pass Holder Voucher Offering
For 2013, golf pass holders are able to purchase an exclusive book of vouchers for use in our Centenary year. more
02/01/2013
Castel Monastero visits the Great Gallery
Sample a taste of Tuscany in the Great Gallery courtesy of Castel Monastero’s restaurant the Contrada. more
01/01/2013
Welcome from Chris Moyle
As I think of Woodcote Park in its 100th year, my memories are those of treasured moments. more
10/12/2012
London Hidden Interiors
For the last four years, Atlantic Publishing, has been working on 'London: Hidden Interiors', a book that features the capitals finest interiors including the Pall Mall clubhouse. more
29/11/2012
The Winning Junior Golf Team
In the Junior Golf Section, some of our golfers have recently enjoyed a 4BBB match at home against the Juniors of Royal Mid-Surrey. more
28/11/2012
Golf Presentation Ball
The golf presentation ball was a wonderful evening with special guests Tom Purves, Chris Moyle and David Wilkinson. more
22/11/2012
Royal Marines on the Mall
This year's Remembrance Weekend saw the Royal Marines Association undertake a special 26.4 mile speed march around Central London which finished directly outside the Royal Automobile Club. more
19/11/2012
SkyJack! How Europe won the 2012 Ryder Cup
Did you notice the sky tweets at this year's Ryder Cup? The sky-writing was the brain-child of Anthony Ganjou. Click 'read more' to find out the full story. more
16/11/2012
Le Mans Legend 2013: Eligible Years Announced
The annual support race at the Le Mans 24 Hours is a jewel in the crown of historic motorsport. On Saturday 22 June 2013, the Le Mans Legend will once again return to La Sarthe with a sensat more
06/11/2012
Dress code in the Simms Centre
Members are advised that the Pall Mall Committee have approved an amendment to the dress code in the Simms Centre, and it will no longer be necessary for gentlemen to wear ties when attending the business centre. more
05/11/2012
Renault UK Win RAC Future Car Challenge with New Flagship Car – The ZOE
A wide range of low-emission vehicles – some of which had not been seen on UK roads before – completed the third annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge on Saturday 3 November. more
05/11/2012
116th Veteran Car Run
Despite the torrential rain over 500 veteran cars made the journey from London to Brighton to mark the 116th anniversary of the Emancipation Run on Sunday. more
01/11/2012
2012 Dewar Trophy Winner
Ford Motor Company picks up this year’s Dewar Trophy with their EcoBoost powertrain more
01/11/2012
2012 Simms Medal Winner
Ben Bowlby has been awarded the 2012 Simms Medal for his brilliant realisation of the ground breaking DeltaWing racing-car. more
01/11/2012
RCA Vehicle Design Show
On Monday 29 October 2012, the Pall Mall clubhouse, showcased a display of new vehicle typology in an event in for The Hanging Room. more
26/10/2012
Aston Martin DB5 1964 in the rotunda
This Aston Martin DB5, 1964, was delivered to the Pall Mall clubhouse, directly from the premiere of the newest James Bond film, Skyfall, held at The Royal Albert Hall, on Tuesday 23 October. more
23/10/2012
An Autumn Meeting to remember
A hole in one is rare, yet at the Men’s Autumn Meeting the 13th hole will be fondly remembered for both John Shaw and Rod Yorke who got holes in one. more
23/10/2012
Woodcote Park featured in Mercedes Enthusiast Magazine
Woodcote Park stood as the backdrop for the photoshoot of the new Mercedes SL350 on a perfect summers day. more
22/10/2012
Jumping In Feet First
In September, Club member Ed Bernadotte and Emile Bitar, the Club’s Swimming Professional, went to Sweden to take part in one of the world’s toughest aquathlons. Here they share tales of their gruelling adventure. more
19/10/2012
Woodcote Park Motoring Dinner with John Surtees OBE
The only man ever to have won world championships on two and four wheels, John Surtees OBE ranks among the world’s greatest racers. more
17/10/2012
Ladies Competition Bowl
The Ladies Competition bowl is a competition for all the winners of qualifiers in the previous year, and for the first time, this year, we had a Mother and Daughter in the field. more
16/10/2012
Tom Rhind-Tutt's Investiture at Windsor Castle
On Friday 12 October, Club member Tom Rhind-Tutt MBE, attended his investiture at Windsor Castle. more
11/10/2012
TV adventurer Charley Boorman to take part in the Veteran Car Run
English TV adventurer, travel writer and actor, Charley Boorman, is to take part in the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, on Sunday 4 November. more
10/10/2012
The Betting Shop, by Keith Wild
Following in the wonderfully dark heritage of British crime novels, Club member Keith Wild, has written his second book titled The Betting Shop, a tense new crime thriller. more
09/10/2012
Sir Stirling Moss to take part in the Veteran Car Run
Legendary British racing driver Sir Stirling Moss OBE FIE and Lady Moss will take part in this year's London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, on Sunday 4 November. more
20/06/2012
Queen's Jubilee Honours awarded to Club member Tom Rhind-Tutt
Congratulations to the Founder and Chairman of The Sunnybank Trust, Tom Rhind-Tutt, who has been awarded the Member of The Order of the British Empire (MBE). more
08/06/2012
Ladies Golf Captains Drive In 2012
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07/06/2012
A Lunch In The Day Of
A lunch in the day of Bill Amberg on 21 June at Woodcote Park. more
02/03/2012
New Reciprocal Clubs
The Royal Automobile Club is proud to introduce two new reciprocal clubs this week; the Union League of Philadelphia, and the York Club, in Toronto. more

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