THE QUADRANGLE Events
The Joe Studholme Memorial Vintage & Classic Car Day
Sunday 19 February dawned fine and warm for the 26 vehicles and approximately 60 participants who assembled around the Quad. Following a photography session and the distribution of navigation documents, an orderly file of vehicles headed to Yaldhurst Road and State Highway 73, then to Hororata, Rakaia Gorge and Methven. The first stop of the day for morning tea was at the property of John and Joan McKay. We were able to view their museum with its interesting collection of mainly American cars and early post-war Hudsons at various stages of restoration, as well as many agricultural implements from generations of past farmers. We then travelled towards Mount Somers via Thompsons Track and Tramway Road, before reaching H72 and crossing the South Branch of the Ashburton River. From here, a short stretch of shingle road and a bridge over a small stream took us on to the drive in to our destination Surrey Hills, where our charming hosts Paul (8087) and Sara Grigg warmly welcomed us to their property. The lovely old homestead stands
in a most attractive setting with spreading lawns, noble trees, and garden beds of choice shrubs and perennials which appeared to have been extended since our previous visit several years ago. After a picnic lunch with the cars parked under the mature trees, our hosts spoke about the history of the property and led tours of the grounds, encouraging us to explore. The return trip took us via Glentunnel, Homebush, and Darfield. The day was judged an unqualified success in terms of organisation and outcomes. On the motor vehicle front, the vintage class was represented by the indefatigable Baby Austin 7 of Jonathan (6900) and Christine Hope, as well as the magnificent 1915 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost of John Chamberlain (5393). From the younger Old Boys, Nigel Walsh (9258) bought his TVR Griffith and Ian Hayman (10445) his Rover SD1. It was nice to see some multi- generational teams attending, including two generations of the Black family in their restored Mk 1 Range Rover. Not to be outdone,
there were three generations of the Carey family in their three Bentleys. Bruce (4841), Diana and sons Richard (9148) and Mike (8593), daughter Nikki and grandson Tim (13835). Our commiserations went to the Midgley family in the Bristol who were prevented from leaving Methven with a leaking water pump and were towed back to Christchurch. Son Henry (12682) in their Ferrari had to curtail his day as well, so they all picnicked on the roadside. Peter Evans (7945) also lost the clutch in his immaculate E Type. I am sure that this years’ Joe Studholme Memorial Day reflects great credit on Martin Vincent (7240) and all associated with its management, and may just have satisfied the impeccable standards of its namesake. On behalf of all participants, I record our appreciation and tender our sincere thanks.
Bruce Carey (4841)
College Issue 32 2017
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