CLUBHOUSE SILENT AUCTION
Clubhouse Silent Auction Monday 8 December to Sunday 4 January 2026 Submit A Silent Bid In preparation for the forthcoming refurbishment of the bedrooms at Woodcote Park, the Club is pleased to offer members the opportunity to bid for selected items of existing bedroom furniture and fixtures. A silent auction will run until 3.00pm on Sunday 4 January 2026. All items will be available for viewing in the Cedar Room on Sunday 4 January, from 9.00am to 3.00pm. Please complete a bid slip on the day and hand it to a member of the team. You can submit a bid in advance by completing the online form below. The item you bid on may not be the exact one shown in the photograph, as there are multiple items in each category. The Club will make every effort to provide you with an item in the best possible condition. If you have a specific item in mind, we recommend attending on the day to select it personally. Members whose bids are successful will be contacted from 3.00pm on Sunday 4 January by email. Please note, the Club is unable to arrange delivery and all purchased items must be collected by 3.00pm on Tuesday 6 January. If items are not collected by this time, the bid will be cancelled and the item will be offered to the next highest bidder. Members are kindly asked to drive up to the Cedar Lawn to collect their furniture and ensure that their vehicle is of an appropriate size to transport the item safely. The Club remains committed to sustainability and would be delighted for the furniture to be reused or recycled wherever possible. If you require further information, please email Ellie McCormack. Furniture and Fixtures Listing Beds Super king, king, double, small double, single Matresses Super king, king, double, small double, single Bedside Tables Various styles and sizes Coffee Tables Various styles and sizes Writing Desks Various styles and sizes Chest of Drawers Various styles and sizes Vanity Stations Various styles and sizes Shelving units Freestanding – various styles and sizes Cabinets Various styles and sizes televisions Wall mounted and freestanding – various styles and sizes Armchairs Various styles and sizes Desk Chairs Various styles and sizes Sofas Various styles and sizes Stools Various styles and sizes Sculptures Various styles and sizes Bed Benches Various styles and sizes Lamps Various styles and sizes Floor Lamps Various styles and sizes mirrors Various styles and sizes Framed artwork Various styles and sizes ornamental vases Various styles and sizes Submit a Silent Bid All items will be available for viewing in the Cedar Room on Sunday 4 January, from 9.00am to 3.00pm. Please note that within each category there is a variety of designs and styles. If you submit an online bid without viewing in-person, we will allocate you the best available item in the category. Please complete the form below to submit your silent bid. Name Email Membership Number Category (for example, Beds) Item Desciption Your Bidding Amount submit
Staff Fund Appeal 2025
STAFF FUND APPEAL 2025 Dear Fellow Members, We are very fortunate to be able to enjoy an extraordinary range of facilities, events and activities at our club and 2025 has been another very successful and busy year in all areas. This has included successfully delivering new events, preparing for the forthcoming refurbishment projects and achieving excellent service standards. Of course, none of this would be possible without the tireless hard work, enthusiasm and good humour of the Club’s employees. I would therefore like to invite you to contribute to the Staff Fund, which is our opportunity, as members, to show our appreciation of the service we have enjoyed throughout the year. All amounts are very welcome. The Fund will be distributed just before Christmas to all employees apart from senior managers, including those working hard in vital roles behind the scenes. There are a number of ways in which you can contribute if you wish to, the simplest of which is to complete this online form in the My Account area of the Club website. You can then choose whether to charge the amount to your member account or to pay by debit or credit card. Alternatively, please email staff.fund@royalautomobileclub.co.uk with your name, membership number and the amount you wish to donate (which will be added to your member account) or leave cash or a cheque made payable to ‘The Royal Automobile Club’ in the Staff Fund boxes located in the main and sports receptions at both clubhouses. Thank you very much for your support. Duncan Wiltshire Club Chairman
PALL MALL SPORTS DROP-IN SESSIONS
PALL MALL SPORTS DROP-IN SESSIONS Throughout 2026, the Pall Mall Resident Manager and the Pall Mall Sports Manager will be holding quarterly drop-in sessions for members to discuss any feedback or suggestions they have related to Pall Mall Sports. There is no need to pre-book, just turn up on the day. The first sessions will be held on Thursday 5 February, at 10.00-11.00am and 6.00-7.00pm, in the Simms Centre. Further sessions are scheduled for Thursday 21 May, Thursday 21 September and Thursday 26 November – the details of which will be announced nearer to the time.
TERRACES SEASONAL CLOSURE
Seasonal Closure of the Terraces Until Spring 2026 Woodcote Park With the autumn months upon us, the terraces at Woodcote Park will be closed from Monday 29 September until the spring, except for the Spike Bar terrace. This will remain open with heating and lighting under the canopy. The Dining Domes will return to the Fountain terrace on Friday 3 October, offering a unique setting for enjoy memorable moments over lunch, afternoon tea or dinner. To make a reservation, please visit the Booking Centre or telephone Central Reservations on 020 7747 3474. Pall Mall The terraces at Pall Mall will be closed for full service until the spring.
CEDARS SPORTS SWIMMING TIMETABLE AMENDMENT TRIAL
SWIMMING TIMETABLE AMENDMENT TRIAL From Wednesday 1 October, Monday to Friday, 12.15-3.00pm Following member feedback, lane swimming at Cedars Sports swimming pool will be for adults (16+) only, Monday to Friday, 12.15-3.00pm. This timetable amendment will run for a three-month trial period, starting on Wednesday 1 October. During the school holidays, children will still be able to enjoy swimming at these times. We value member input and encourage you to share your thoughts during this trial. Please direct any feedback or suggestions to Cedars Reception.
ARCHIE CHATWIN TAKES ON WOODCOTE PARK SQUASH PROFESSIONAL ROLE
ARCHIE CHATWIN TAKES ON WOODCOTE PARK SQUASH PROFESSIONAL ROLE Starting Monday 8 September We are excited to announce Archie Chatwin will be taking over as our new Woodcote Park Squash Professional starting Monday 8 September. Archie has worked at the Club since January this year as Pall Mall Squash Professional with notable success in building the Junior Squash Programme, providing member lessons, coordinating Club Nights, introducing HIIT programmes, organising interclub Junior Team matches and representing the Club Team in the Surrey Cup. He has achieved a career-high world ranking of No. 604 and holds a Level 2 Squash Coaching qualification. Prior to joining the Club, he served as Head Coach at Surrey Sports Park, where he refined his expertise in coaching players across a broad range of abilities. Archie is enthusiastic about working with our members, whether they are new to the game or seeking to elevate their performance. His energy and enjoyment of squash coaching will enable us to continue the strength in the Cedars Sports squash programme for the future. We are delighted to have Archie as part of our team at Cedars Sports and look forward to the valuable contributions he will make to our squash programme. Warm regards, Patrick Foster Head Squash Professional
PHOTOGRAPHS BY THE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP OF THE CLUB CONCOURS
PALL MALL SPORTS AREA REFURBISHMENT
Pall Mall Sports Area Refurbishment Dear Member, PALL MALL SPORTS AREA REFURBISHMENT As promised, I am writing to update you on the refurbishment of the Pall Mall sports area, which was scheduled to take place this year but has had to be postponed until 2026. Firstly, I am pleased to be able to confirm that that the Club has now received the listed building consent which was required before any work could start on site. If you would like to see the detailed plans which have been approved they are available on the Westminster City Council planning portal (reference 25-01371-LBC) The project will now take place next summer and early autumn, which is the quietest part of the year for these facilities and for matches and competitions. We will, as previously announced, be arranging a range of alternative facilities for members while those in Pall Mall are closed. We will be able to confirm the exact dates for the work and the detail of the alternative arrangements later this year and we will of course keep the website fully up to date. We have carefully considered whether any of the work could be undertaken in advance of the main project. Unfortunately there is very little which can be done without the widespread and prolonged closure of facilities, which we are keen to avoid given the closure taking place next year. However, I would like you to note the following: As is usual each summer, the Turkish Baths will be closed for two weeks for maintenance – this year from Monday 18 August until Sunday 31 August inclusive. We will use this period to complete as much work as possible. For three weeks from Monday 18 August the treatment rooms and exercise studio will be closed to enable some of the behind-the-scenes work to be undertaken. Treatments and classes will still be available throughout this period, although they will take place in Pall Mall bedrooms and banqueting rooms respectively. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to address the concerns some members have raised again recently about the impact on the Frigidarium. To clarify, the size, shape and décor of the central open area of the Frigidarium will not be affected, other than some historically appropriate redecoration. The number of cots will be reduced – but only by two. This will be as a result of the cots on the right hand side as you enter the Frigidarium being reorientated to allow the neighbouring changing room to be extended. I am very much looking forward to seeing the Pall Mall sports area restored to the condition it deserves, as I am sure you are also, to the benefit of the thousands of members who use it each year. Daniel PereiraChief Executive & Club Secretary
REFURBISHMENT OF THE WOODCOTE PARK CLUBHOUSE
LONG BAR LIVE
Long Bar Live Enjoy live music in the Long Bar each month. Each month a different musician will perform live in the Long Bar. These evenings are complimentary for walk-ins and no booking is required. The usual Long Bar food and beverage offerings will be available throughout the evenings. Nnenna King Friday 16 January, 8.00-10.00pm Nnenna is a talented London-based vocalist, musician and songwriter known for her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. A BRIT School alumni, she blends classic soul influences with modern sounds, drawing inspiration from legends like Lauryn Hill, Anita Baker, Jill Scott and Amy Winehouse. Kitty La Roar and Nick Shankland Friday 6 February, 8.00-10.00pm Kitty La Roar and Nick Shankland are a British jazz duo known for their stylish blend of classic jazz and scat improvisation. Kitty’s sultry vocals and live drumming pair seamlessly with Nick’s expressive piano creating a dynamic and theatrical sound rooted in cabaret and swing. Scarlett Shore Trio Friday 6 March, 8.00-10.00pm Scarlett Shore Trio are known for their smooth jazz, velvety bossa nova and stylishly reimagined modern classics. Their distinct sound has taken them to renowned venues across the globe, including the Sydney Opera House and the Royal Albert Hall. At the heart of the ensemble is Scarlett Shore whose sultry voice and warm, intimate delivery captivate from the first note.