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Area 00 News

Area 00 - In a Holding Pattern
Jason Karr
Published on: 2/18/2021
Still waiting at the 2021 Start Line
Area 00 September Update
Area 00 Rep
Published on: 9/7/2020
Portugal, David Brown Tractors, Snowdonia and fingers crossed for Christmas
New Years Day Parade 2020
Area 00 Rep
Published on: 1/7/2020
New Years Day Parade 2020

Area 1 News

Our spectacular summer driving event
Area Rep
Published on: 8/6/2018
On the 5th August Area 1 and Area 21 combined resources for a summer driving extravaganza.
Important Update to our Sunday Lunch in May.
Area Rep
Published on: 3/24/2018
Change of date to the 6th of May at Gorse Hill
Area 1 Event Schedule, Area 1 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 1/28/2018
The Area 1 Event schedule for 2018 is now available

Area 3 News

West Meeting Venue Change
Area Rep
Published on: 7/26/2018
Please be aware that the next Westerly meeting on 1st August has a change of regular venue to The Chequers Inn, Woolsthorpe By Belvoir. It has a large car park and gives everyone a chance to drive out.The address is:The Chequers InnWoolsthorpeNG32 1LUwww.chequersinn.net/bar.html.Steve Fox on holiday and won't be able to attend, so please respond your attendances to both this area3@amoc.org also to and Nigel Stenner on nigelstenner@rocketmail.com by next Sunday the 29th of July.
Area 3 is on Facebook ...
Area Rep
Published on: 9/2/2017
We now have a closed group for Area 3 which is open to AMOC members only. If you are an Area 3 member or a member of any other AMOC Area, why not join us?Just search for 'amoc area 3' on Facebook, click on 'Join' and enter your membership number (you can find it on your membership card) and we'll accept your request once we've confirmed your membership.

Area 4 News

Area 4 - Wet & Windy Winter Warmer!
Area Rep
Published on: 2/17/2020
The Area 4 Annual Winter Warmer was a Wild, Wet & Windy Affair!
Area 4 at Piper Trimmers
Area Rep
Published on: 1/26/2020
Area 4 Members were welcomed for coffee, cake and a tour of Piper Trimmers in Sparkford
Area 4 Christmas Lunch 2019
Area Rep
Published on: 12/16/2019
The Area 4 Christmas lunch blog
South West Inter-Area Karting
Area Rep
Published on: 11/3/2019
The first (?) South West Inter-Area Karting challenge took place in Bristol
Area 4 Drive North Wales
Area Rep
Published on: 10/30/2019
Area 4 Drive the famous North Wales roads and 'Evo Triangle'
Area 4's 'Evening with the Admiral' at RNAS Yeovilton
Area Rep
Published on: 9/17/2019
Area 4's 'Evening with the Admiral' at RNAS Yeovilton was another great photo opportunity
Area 4 - Avon Factory Tour
Area Rep
Published on: 9/9/2019
Area 4 invited Members far and wide to a tour of the Avon Tyres factory at the invitation of the brand's General Manager for Europe.
Area 4 - Welcome in Wells
Area Rep
Published on: 8/19/2019
Area 4 made very welcome in the garden of the Bishop's Palace, Wells
Motoring at Celtic Manor, Newport
Area Rep
Published on: 6/18/2019
A number of AMOC Areas displayed at the inaugural 'Motoring at the Manor' event
Area 4 - Breakfast TTiii
Area Rep
Published on: 6/9/2019
Area 4 - The 3rd annual running of the Breakfast to Tea (TT)
Great Gerring Garden Get Together
Area Rep
Published on: 5/26/2019
Area 4 members enjoyed another great Gerring Garden Party.
Area 4 at the Concorde Museum
Area Rep
Published on: 5/6/2019
Area 4 and members of other Areas visited the relatively new Bristol Aerospace Museum
AMOC Area 22 Bristol Aerospace Museum Visit
Area Rep
Published on: 5/5/2019
Area 22 members joined Area 4 members in Bristol to tour the Aerospace Museum.
Area 4 Table Top Concours
Area Rep
Published on: 2/16/2019
The Area 4 Table Top Concours brought out some exotica
Area 4 - Winter Warmer 3
Area Rep
Published on: 1/20/2019
Area 4 held their 3rd annual Winter Warmer at Hartley's Bistro
Area 4 - Xmas Lunch 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 1/3/2019
Another noisy fun festive bash for Area 4 at the Carps
Area 4 - Damp Portway Classic 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 8/21/2018
The Annual Portway Classic in Area 4 was a damp one!
Area 4 Visit Somerset Cider Brandy
Area Rep
Published on: 6/29/2018
Area 4's visit to Somerset Cider Brandy was interesting... and tasty!
A Family Business on Every Aston Bonnet
Area Rep
Published on: 6/21/2018
Vaughtons - A Family Business that's on every Aston Martin Bonnet
The annual Area 4 Challenge, the Breakfast TT
Area Rep
Published on: 6/12/2018
The 2nd annual Area 4 Challenge, the Breakfast TT, was a resounding success
South West Areas - Show & Shine event at Aston Martin Bristol for Sparks
Area Rep
Published on: 4/29/2018
The five South West Areas of AMOC gathered for a Show & Shine meeting hosted by Aston Martin Bristol in aid of Sparks.
Report from the Area 4 Annual Quiz
Area Rep
Published on: 4/12/2018
There were 19 competitors ready to face the challenges set by Mike and Judy French at the 2018 Area 4 Quiz
Jon Allum of Exquisite Car Detailing invited AMOC members to a masterclass
Area Rep
Published on: 4/2/2018
Jon Allum of Exquisite Car Detailing invited AMOC members to a masterclass. Fourteen members went along...
Area 4 Winter Warmer Breakfast Meeting at Hartley's Bistro
Area Rep
Published on: 2/18/2018
The second Hartley's Winter Warmer Breakfast meeting tempted out 10 Aston Martins...
Area 4 Christmas Lunch 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 12/12/2017
The usual mix of peace and sobriety at the Area's final bash of the year
The launch of the new Vantage in the South West
Area Rep
Published on: 12/1/2017
The new V8 Vantage was officially launched in the South West at a glittering event at Aston Martin Bristol on 30th November 2017
Area 4 presentation on Navy Wings & the Sea Vixen by Bill Covington
Area Rep
Published on: 10/23/2017
Area 4 members were treated to a presentation on Navy Wings & the Sea Vixen by Commodore Bill Covington CBE at the Fleet Air Arm Museum
Art event involving a DB11 as a model
Area Rep
Published on: 10/1/2017
The Annual Frieze Art Festival will have a very special exhibit this year...
The 2017 Ponthir Classic - The Organiser's View
Area Rep
Published on: 9/15/2017
The sun shone for the first time in 3 years as we prepared for the Ponthir Car Festival...
The second Ponthir Classic was a great success
Area Rep
Published on: 8/29/2017
The second Ponthir Classic was a great success that raised over £9,000 for local charities.
The Portway Classic, hosted by Area 4's John Hazzard & Bernie Graham
Area Rep
Published on: 8/21/2017
The 3rd Annual Portway Classic, hosted by Area 4's John Hazzard & Bernie Graham, was bigger and better... but not 3rd time lucky!
The GMR supercharged GT8 wins the GRRC members' vote
Area Rep
Published on: 8/7/2017
The GMR supercharged GT8 of Area 4's Paul & Jan Gerring has won the members' vote for best car at the GRRC annual gathering at Goodwood.
Area 4 Garden Party at the home of Paul & Jan Gerring
Area Rep
Published on: 8/5/2017
The Area 4 Garden Party at the kind invitation of Paul & Jan Gerring was a great success... after the rain subsided!
Aston Martin Bristol dealership's first birthday
Area Rep
Published on: 8/1/2017
Customers were invited to join the party for Aston Martin Bristol dealership's first birthday
Area 4 'Away Day' Noggin & Natter Monthly Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 7/13/2017
Every year, Area 4 adds an 'Away Day' to the monthly Noggin & Natter meeting schedule.
Bristol Classic Car Show 2017 - Area 4
Area Rep
Published on: 6/23/2017
The car's the star at the Bristol Classic Car Show 2017. Area 4 put on a display...
Area 4 at the Historic Le Mans 24 Hours Race 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 6/22/2017
Area 4 members enjoyed a thrilling and historic Aston Martin victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours Race 2017
The inaugural Area 4 'Breakfast TT' Trophy
Area Rep
Published on: 6/4/2017
The inaugural event to win the new Area 4 Trophy was the 'Breakfast TT'
Area 4's visit to Thatcher's Cider Farm and Factory
Area Rep
Published on: 5/13/2017
Our visit to Thatcher's Cider Farm was a great success and jolly tasty too!
Area 4 Pudding Club Weekend
Area Rep
Published on: 4/26/2017
Area 4 hosted a trip to the famous Pudding Club in the Cotswolds and took in a few other local attractions for good measure.
Area 4 Hall of Fame
Area Rep
Published on: 4/19/2017
The Area 4 Hall of Fame recognises those people who have contributed greatly to the health and well being of the AMOC in Somerset.
Area 4 members at the 2017 Spring Concours at St. Athan
Area Rep
Published on: 4/11/2017
Area 4 members at the 2017 Spring Concours at St. Athan. Some displaying, some competing, some helping, everyone enjoying.
Area 4 at the Beaulieu 'Simply Aston Martin' Day 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 4/11/2017
The spring sun shone warmly (unlike the bitter cold wind of 2016) upon a gathering of over 300 Aston Martins at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu on Sunday 2nd April.
Area 4 Winter Warmer Breakfast at Hartley's Bistro
Area Rep
Published on: 1/29/2017
Area 4 kicked off the new Aston year with a 'Winter Warmer' breakfast...
Area 4 - Talk by Aston Martin's Marek Reichman
Area Rep
Published on: 1/29/2017
AML Chief Designer, Marek Reichman, revealed the design ethos behind the DB11
AMOC Area 4 Christmas Lunch 2016, Area 4, AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 12/11/2016
Almost 30 members enjoyed a slap-up Christmas lunch at our now regular venue, the Carpenter's Arms at Stanton Wick.
AMOC Area 4 - 2 Fiftieth Anniversaries, Area 4, AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 9/24/2016
On Saturday 24th September 2016, a very special event took place at the new Aston Martin Bristol dealership.
Launch event for the new Aston Martin Bristol dealership (part of the Dick Lovett Group), Area 4, AM
Area Rep
Published on: 9/16/2016
The launch event of the new Aston Martin Bristol dealership, part of the Dick Lovett Group, was eagerly anticipated and duly delivered. What a spectacular evening it was!
Area 4 - Portway Classic 2016, Area 4, AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 8/14/2016
It was with some trepidation that we opened the gates on Sunday to Portway Classics & BBQ 2016 in the ‘back yard’, as our American friends recently visiting called it. Even though last year’s event was a roaring success, there was still the underlying fear of the ‘what ifs’. What if nobody turns up? What if we run out of cake? What if the sun doesn’t shine?
AMOC Area 4 - Thornfalcon Classic Meeting 2015, Area 4, AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/1/2015
2015's event was a record turnout - perhaps partly thanks to the previous Bank Holiday weekend's washout - with over 1,200 vehicles, mainly classic cars and a few motorcycles.

Area 5 News

Area 5 invited to Friends and Families day Shawbury, Area 5, AMOC News
Flex Tester
Published on: 9/15/2016
Area 5 were invited to RAF Shawbury friends and family day. Not open to the general public this day is a fun day to thank all the RAF support network.
AMOC at the NEC Classic Car Show, Area 5, AMOC News
Flex Tester
Published on: 8/21/2016
The show theme this year is 'Heros and Heroines' and we are on stand 210, Hall 1. Area 5 are once again hosting this increasingly popular event and we welcome visitors and volunteers.

Area 6 News

March Update
Area 06 news update for March 2021
2021 Spring Concours Cancelled
Published on: 2/12/2021
A news update from John Skelton

Area 7 News

Ultimate Bond Car in Aston Martin Owners Club Display Wins Best Club Car at London Classic Car Show.
Flex Tester
Published on: 2/27/2017
The ultimate Bond car, an Aston Martin DB5 showcased in the Aston Martin Owners Club display, is named winner of Best Club Car at The London Classic Car Show. The beautiful 1965 car, finished in Silver Birch, is the model and colour synonymous with the Bond films which made the DB5 perhaps one of the most recognised and sought-after cars in the world.

Area 9 News

February 2021 Mid-month Update
Area 9 Rep
Published on: 2/14/2021
Diary changes and details of an offer for a power upgrade to your DB11.
Collectible Publications in aid of Food Bank November 2020
Area 9 Rep
Published on: 11/22/2020
Aston Martin Wilmslow have generously provided a number of collectible publications to fan the flames of our passion for the brand and also some rare brochures/booklets which could be a great addition to the documentation you already have for your treasured Astons.
Derbyshire weekend 8-10 June 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 6/10/2018
The event was organised by John Carter and involved a drive out to the George Hotel in Hathersage on the Friday and 2 nights in the hotel. On Saturday we had an excellent drive out and on Sunday went to a picturesque pub in the country for lunch.
Lake District Weekend 13-15 October 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 10/6/2017
The weekend 13-15 October was our trip to Grasmere in the Lake District with a drive out and visit to Lakeland Car Museum on the Saturday. Sunday lunch was at the Royal Windemere Yacht Club in Bowness where we were joined by members from the Lakeland Historic Car Club making a grand display of Astons and Classics. We finished off with a visit to the grand Windemere Motor Boat Racing Club.

Area 10 News

Area 10 News for February 2021
Area 10 Rep
Published on: 2/13/2021
An update of activities over the last month and of planned activities
Lagonda Gathering, Area 10 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/16/2018
Astons were invited to the annual Lagonda Gathering at Wokefield Park
Chearsley Car Show 2018 - Area 10
Area Rep
Published on: 9/26/2018
Ten Area 10 Astons attended the Chearsley Car Show
Area 10 Barbecue at Eton Dorney
Area Rep
Published on: 8/23/2018
153 Members and their friends enjoyed at barbecue at the Eton Dorney Rowing Lake
Blenheim Palace - Great British Garden Party
Area Rep
Published on: 7/18/2018
Area 10 were invited to display their Astons in the Grand Courtyard of Blenheim Palace as part of their Great British Garden Party
Our drive-out to Brooklands
Geoff Dische
Published on: 4/29/2018
the area 10 drive-out and lunch took place on 29th April 2018
2018 New Year Dinner, Area 10 | AMOC News
Geoff Dische
Published on: 1/17/2018
The area 10 New Year Dinner
Drive-it Day 2017
Geoff Dische
Published on: 4/23/2017
Area 10 celebrated Drive-it Day with a drive out to Heckfield.

Area 11 News

Club Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 9/23/2019
Return to the Fox and Goose
Club Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 6/6/2019
AMOC Area 11 Meeting - New venue for tonight, great turn out of 24 Astons, albeit a bit 'damp'.
Club Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 5/25/2019
Area 11 Meeting - a lovely evening with 24 Astons, including some new ones.
Area 11 Meeting 3 October 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 11/14/2018
A dry, but dark evening, a good turnout of Aston's.
Eulogy of John Wilkes, Area 11 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 11/14/2018
Eulogy of John Wilkes, long standing Area 11 member and DB7 i6 owner
Club Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 8/6/2018
A warm sunny evening with 22 gleaming Aston's
Club Meeting
Area Rep
Published on: 4/11/2018
Good turn out tonight, including Abe's rebuilt Vanquish
Warren Classic and Supercar Show
Area Rep
Published on: 10/12/2017
Our Area 11 display proved to be a great success for both members and visitors alike.
Area 11 page live | AMOC Area 11 News
Area Rep
Published on: 8/18/2017
Well I have now kicked off the Area 11 Website page.

Area 13 News

March Member Meeting 2021
Published on: 3/16/2021
Area 13 Zoom meeting
February Member Meeting 2021
Published on: 2/16/2021
Members me via a Zoom call to discuss and show photos of their Aston Martin Moments.
January Member Meeting 2021
Published on: 1/14/2021
Members met via Zoom call for a chat and catch up.
December Member Meeting 2020
Published on: 12/15/2020
Members met via Zoom call for a Christmas Quiz.
October Member Meeting 2020
Members met via a Zoom call. New Area Reps, Paul Millard and John Lynch were voted in, along with Douglas as Assistant Rep.
August Member Meeting 2020
Anne Reed
Published on: 11/2/2020
Members shared photos of their cars and how they came to buy their chosen models.
Champagne Tour 2019
Published on: 6/13/2020
Champagne tour 2019
Holiday Loire Valley 2018
Published on: 6/10/2020
Holiday to Loire Valley France
Lake Como Tour 2017
Published on: 6/3/2020
Lake Como Tour
Castle Combe 2014
Published on: 6/1/2020
Area 13 spin round Castle Combe

Area 15 News

March 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 3/13/2021
Area 15 News for March 2020
February 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 3/1/2021
Area 15 News for February 2020
January 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 2/1/2021
Area 15 News for January 2020
2020 Christmas Competition Winners
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 1/31/2021
See the winners of our Christmas Competition.
Area 15 2020 Christmas Competition
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 12/13/2020
Hello everyone it’s time to get creative, the Area 15 Christmas competition is here.

Click for more info.
December 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 12/11/2020
Area 15 News for December 2020
November 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 11/30/2020
Area 15 News for November 2020
October 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 10/31/2020
Area 15 News for October 2020
September 2020 News
Area 15 Rep
Published on: 9/30/2020
Area 15 News for September 2020
Should Have Been a Picnic in the Park.....
John Skelton
Published on: 8/31/2020
The rain doesn't defeat Area 15 members at Blenheim Palace

Area 16 News

2020 The year that was not
Area 16 Rep
Published on: 11/13/2020
2020 The year that was not
Area 16 Sussex Feb 2018 Newsletter & Events for 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 2/25/2018
Next Regular Club Meeting - Quiz Night - Tuesday Eve March 13th 07.30pmWheel Inn at Burwash Address: Heathfield Road, Etchingham TN19 7LA
Area 16 Spring Long Weekend Drive to the West Side of France April 26th – April 29th 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 11/20/2017
We are looking at doing the Area 16 drive tour to France next year from Thursday 26th April to the Sunday 29th April 2018
Area 16 Sussex November 2017 Newsletter
Area Rep
Published on: 11/11/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 14th November 07.00pm Election Night at Blackboys Inn, Lewes Road, Blackboys, Uckfield TN22 5LG Tel 01825 890283
Welcome to the Area 16 Sussex July Newsletter
Area Rep
Published on: 7/26/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 11th July 2017 7.30pmThe Coach and Horses, School Lane, ( Danehill), Haywards Heath, RH17 7JF. Tel: 01825 740369
Area 16 Sussex June Newsletter 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 6/8/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 13th June 07.30pm Election Night at The Gardeners Arms, Selsfield Rd, Ardingly RH17 6TJ. Election Night + News & Calendar of Events
AMOC Area 16 Sussex May 2017 Newsletter
Area Rep
Published on: 5/9/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 13th June at The Gardeners Arms, Selsfield Rd, Ardingly RH17 6TJ. Tel:01444 892328 Election Night.
AMOC Area 16 Sussex April 2017 Newsletter
Area Rep
Published on: 4/9/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 11th April at Tiger Inn, The Green, East Dean, Eastbourne BN20 0DA. Tel: 01323 423878LATEST UPDATE ON DAVE WHITING’S DB6 VOLANTE Restoration.
Area 16 news Letter March 2017
Area Rep
Published on: 3/27/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 14th March at The Royal Oak, Wineham. The Royal Oak, Wineham Lane, Henfield BN5 9AY. Tel: 01444 881252
Area 16 January News Letter, Area 16 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 1/29/2017
Next Regular Club Meeting Tuesday: 7th February at The Mark Cross Inn, Mark Cross Nr Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6 3NP 01892 852423

Area 17 News

Welcome From The Area Rep (Area 17)
Area 17 Rep
Published on: 1/1/2021
A welcome form the Area 17 Rep

Area 18 News

Area 18 Autumn Weekender 2019 Slebech Park, Pembrokeshire
Area Rep
Published on: 10/26/2019
Area 18 welcomed AMOC members from across the UK to their Autumn Weekender at Slebech Park Estate in West Wales.
AMHT Museum visit March 2019, Area 18 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 3/19/2019
Area 18 joined with Area 22 for a visit to the Aston Martin Heritage Trust museum at Drayton St Leonard in Oxfordshire. Meeting in the Seven Stars at Marsh Baldon, a nearby pub, for an excellent lunch beforehand members then made the short journey to the museum for a great visit.
Area 18 Autumn Adventure, Area 18 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/31/2018
Area 18 organised an Aston Martin weekend in glorious Mid-Wales in October, exploring the beautiful Elan Valley. Aston Martin Bristol also provided a new Vantage and a DBS Superleggera for test drives on the roads of the Epynt ranges.
Area 18 Spring Weekender 2018, Area 18 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 5/13/2018
Area 18 organised a Spring weekend break in West Wales
January 2018 AGM and Social | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/5/2018
Great to report a productive and enjoyable AGM on 17th January 2018 at the Dragonfly. Delighted to let you know that I was elected Area Rep with Andy Webber as Asst Rep - and Jane Warren as our special envoy at the 'West Wales Embassy'! We have a number of additional events now in planning across the Area for this year - more details to follow. Fantastic effort and dedication from Peter Draper, who made a 2 hour journey to be with us all the way from Pembrokeshire - and then had an even longer journey back on a wild, wet night! ..... and, of course, to everyone else for your support!Martin Beattie
The Old Custom House, Penarth - 3.12.2017
Area Rep
Published on: 1/2/2018
A jolly, festive Christmas lunch celebrated at the Old Custom House. Great to welcome Charles and Sylvia Matthews to their first Area 18 event and lovely to catch up again with old friends, whilst enjoying panoramic views out across the Marina.Thank you Mark, for all your hard work again in organizing both this event and all you have done as Area Rep over recent years - as we learn that you are stepping down for 2018.
Newtown Motors Motorsport Event 2017
Chris Thomas
Published on: 8/12/2017
There was a fantastic turnout for the Newtown Motors Motorsport Event at their Cwmbran dealership in July with six Astons on display. The event attracted more than 100 cars in the show and was attended by almost 2,000 people, raising £635 for Alzheimer's Research UK.
Curry Evening at Rasoi
Chris Thomas
Published on: 7/6/2017
A terrific evening was had last Saturday at our ‘curry evening’ at Rasoi – ‘Fire, Fusion and Passion’ was in abundance.
National Trust’s fascinating Tredegar House
Chris Thomas
Published on: 5/28/2017
After a week of turbulent weather, the day of our visit to the National Trust’s renowned Tredegar House dawned dry and settled – a significant relief!
Celtic Manor Resort Event, Area 18, AMOC News
Webby (Forum) Webmaster
Published on: 9/27/2016
A rare sunny weekend in Wales this September saw Members from around the UK descend on the prestigious Celtic Manor Resort for the inaugural crazy golf championship. Although best known for its 2010 Ryder Cup golf course this was an entirely different type of golf, one which would inspire an afternoon of laughter, shinanigans and reveal true champions.
Peterstone Court July meet, Area 18, AMOC News
Flex Tester
Published on: 7/30/2016
Members meet at the Peterstone Court, near Brecon, on Father's Day. The weather stayed dry, although the fantastic view of Pen-y-Fan was obscured by cloud. We had some fantastic tables in the banqueting hall, delicious food, and a a relaxing afternoon.

Area 20 News

Area 20 Events Update
Area Rep
Published on: 5/4/2020
Area 20 Changes to events due to Coronavirus updated 4 May 2020
Area 20 Valentines Lunch
Area Rep
Published on: 3/27/2020
First Area 20 meeting of the year and could be the last for some time
Area 20 Christmas Party, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 12/17/2019
Area 20 Christmas Dinner and Dance Party 7th December 2019 at The Moorland Hotel, Haytor, Devon.
Area 20 2019 Past Events, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 11/26/2019
A brief resumé of Area 20 events during 2019
Area 20 Cornwall Club evening., Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 7/30/2019
Area 20 Evening at The St Tudy Inn, near Bodmin, Cornwall.
Area 20 Summer BBQ, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 7/30/2019
23 July Area 20 members BBQ evening at The Glazebrook House Hotel in South Devon
Powderham Castle Classic, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 7/30/2019
Area 20 annual visit to the Crash Box Classic Car Club show at Powderham Castle near Exeter.
Area 20 Lyn Valley Classic, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 6/11/2019
Area 20 Members Exmoor Drive and visit to the Lyn Valley Classic Car Show at Lynton and Lynmouth North Devon.
Area 20 Moorland Hotel, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 5/16/2019
Devon Club evening on 14 May 2019 at The Moorland Hotel
Area 20 Peterson Engineering, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 5/8/2019
Area 20 Visit to Peterson Engineering and lunch at The Lewtrenchard Hotel on a glorious sunny Easter Saturday.
Area 20 Cornwall Tour 2019, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 4/16/2019
The Area 20 weekend tour into Cornwall, Staying at The Carbis Bay Hotel, visiting the Pendennnis Shipyard, Pendennis Castle and tour of the North West coast of Cornwall.
The Moorland Hotel, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 3/16/2019
Area 20 Club evening at The Moorland Hotel 12 March 2019
Area 20 2019 Calendar, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 3/7/2019
2019 Calendar of Events
Area 20 February Sunday Lunch, Area 20 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/25/2019
Members enjoyed a Sunday lunch at the boutique style Glazebrook House Hotel in South Devon
AMOC Area 20 January News for Devon and Cornwall
Area Rep
Published on: 1/18/2019
A brief local news letter for Area 20
Area 20 Testing and Tastind Day at Hartnoll Hotel near Tiverton
Andrew Fawkes
Published on: 10/25/2018
Members enjoyed a mixture of testing Astons and good food at the Hartnoll Hotel in Bolham, near Tiverton, Devon
Glazebrook
Colin Stewart
Published on: 8/2/2018
Devon monthly meeting at Glazebrook House
Powderham Castle 2018
Colin Stewart
Published on: 7/24/2018
Powderham Castle 2018
Lyn Valley Classic
Colin Stewart
Published on: 7/1/2018
Area 20 Lyn Valley Classic car show Sunday 10 June 2018
Princess Yachts Visit
Colin Stewart
Published on: 6/23/2018
Area 20 Princess Yachts tour and wine tasting lunch at Royal William Yard Plymouth. 16 June 2018
Area 20 Christmas Party held at Mullion Cove
Ian Postles
Published on: 12/12/2017
We returned to the Mullion Cove Hotel for our 2017 Christmas Party. Having looked after us so well last year, expectations were high as we again had exclusivity of the hotel for the weekend and a great time was had by all. My thanks to all that attended and, in particular, for the fabulous leaving presents that I was given and that I will cherish.The picture attached is the winning picture from our Annual Photographic Award and was won by Ron Holland
Area 20 at Devonport Naval Heritage Centre
Ian Postles
Published on: 11/29/2017
Our thanks to Charmian Evans for organising this event for us and we have attached her report of what sounds to have been a very interesting day. Demand to attend was such that we will hopefully do it again in 2018.
Area 20 Lionel Martin Plaque Unveiling with AMHT
Ian Postles
Published on: 10/16/2017
We were invited by AMHT to participate in the unveiling of a plaque to mark the birthplace of Lionel Martin who, together with Robert Bamford, formed the company which eventually became Aston Martin. A timeline of 16 cars was provided from A3, the oldest surviving Aston, through to DB11 which was kindly provided by AML Bristol. Our thanks to the Trust, David Wright and Richard Pinkett for their hard work to make the unveiling possible.
Area 20 TDMC The Story of Aston Martin
Ian Postles
Published on: 10/16/2017
We were invited by the Truro & District Motor Club to attend a presentation they put on to coincide with the unveiling of the plaque to mark the birthplace of Lionel Martin at Nansladron House near St Austell. An excellent evening which was enjoyed by all.
Area 20 Devon September Club Evening
Ian Postles
Published on: 10/2/2017
Our thanks to Richard Dix for organising our final Devon Club Evening of the year - and the sun shone! 26 Members attended and there was a good display of Astons in the car park plus some interlopers. Click on 'Read More' to see the report and more pictures.
Autumn Concours at Boconnoc House full of Cornish Charm
Peter Goodgame
Published on: 9/22/2017
Around 60 of some the UK’s most coveted Aston Martin cars, from classic DB5s to modern GT racing cars and a Vulcan, were on display at Boconnoc House and Gardens on Sunday 17 September attracting over 300 visitors to the AMOC Autumn Conocurs – the largest event the Club has ever staged in the West Country.
Area 20 Cornwall Club Evening - 5 Sept 2017
Ian Postles
Published on: 9/7/2017
Our regular monthly meeting was held at the Blue Anchor, Fraddon and was attended by 16 members with 7 cars in the car park. Our thanks to Colin Stewart for arranging it and the next meeting will be held on 3 October.
Area 20 Event with Bentley Drivers Club
Ian Postles
Published on: 9/4/2017
The pioneering spirit is alive and well, as shown when 56 members of the Aston Martin and Bentley Drivers’ Club joined forces to follow Charmian's risky directions to a cliff top venue in Cornwall. Our thanks to Charmian Evans for organising a most interesting event for us.
Cornish Autumn Concours supports life-saving work of the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust
Peter Goodgame
Published on: 9/1/2017
The Aston Martin Owners Club is proud to be supporting the Cornwall Air Ambulance as its charity partner for the Club's prestigious Autumn Concours at Boconnoc House and Gardens on Sunday 17th September 10am-4pm
Area 20 BBQ at Rosewyn
Ian Postles
Published on: 8/21/2017
Colin and Andree Stewart kindly offered to host a BBQ at their home and whilst the weather was not great a wonderful time was had by all. Thanks so much for allowing us to visit your lovely home.
Area 20 at Trewithen Car & Classics
Ian Postles
Published on: 8/5/2017
We are grateful to Clive Hoskins for coordinating our attendance at Trewithen which is held annually to raise funds for the Marie Curie Cancer charity. Clive has provided a brief report and some pictures from the day.
Area 20 Cornwall Club Evening - 1 August 2017
Ian Postles
Published on: 8/2/2017
Our monthly Cornwall Club Evening took place on 1 August with 11 members attending and 7 Astons in the car park including Colin's 2012 Virage Coupe, its first AMOC Area 20 turnout! Our thanks to Colin for arranging these evenings
Area 20 at 44th Historic Vehicle Gathering at Powderham Castle
Ian Postles
Published on: 7/14/2017
A brilliant weekend in the sun at at fantastically well supported event at Powderham Castle. Some 1,200 vehicles of all varieties on display and over 60,000 visitors to the show. There will doubtless be a record amount raised for charity as well.
Area 20 Cornwall Club Evening - 4 July 2017
Ian Postles
Published on: 7/13/2017
Colin Stewart has kindly agreed to organise our Cornwall Club Evenings and the success of the first couple have seen us decide to see if there is an appetite to hold these monthly. We also decided to try a new venue, the Blue Anchor at Fraddon. 20 people attended on the evening and there were 9 Astons in the car park.
Area 20 Lyn Valley Classic Event
Ian Postles
Published on: 6/12/2017
A new event for the Club organised by Martin Lacey and Gary Graver. A very well organised fun event that had all the elements to make a great day. The organisers made us very welcome and attached is a report of the day and a few photos from a very enjoyable day.
Area 20 Devon Club Evening
Ian Postles
Published on: 6/7/2017
Our thanks to Richard Dix for organising our June Devon Club Evening. Unusually for these the weather was not good (an understatement) and as a result numbers were down. His report is attached.
Area 20 visits Hatch Court
Ian Postles
Published on: 5/14/2017
A lovely event organised for us by Nigel Edwards which included a visit to Hatch Court followed by lunch at Dillington House. A great day out and our thanks to Nigel for putting on a great event.
Area 20 visits Cornwall for a fantastic weekend
Ian Postles
Published on: 4/24/2017
Area 20 enjoyed an action packed weekend in Cornwall and our thanks to Bentley Orchard and Victoria Turner for putting together a great event and for organising us so well. Thanks to all who attended who made it such a fun time in stunning weather. Brilliant all around!!
Area 20 2017 Calendar
Ian Postles
Published on: 4/15/2017
Attached is our 2017 Calendar so that members can see what events we have planned for later in the year but have not yet been advertised. If you are heading for the South West in your Aston and would fancy joining us then we will be pleased to welcome you.
Area 20 Devon Club Evening
Ian Postles
Published on: 4/12/2017
On 4 April we returned to Turtley Corn Mill for our first Devon Club Evening of 2017 and our thanks to Richard Dix for organising the evening for us. A great turnout with 36 people attending and 16 Astons in the car park.
Cornwall Club Evening | AMOC News
Ian Postles
Published on: 4/11/2017
Our first Cornwall Club Evening for a number of years was held at the Plume of Feathers, Mitchell on 30 March and our thanks to Colin Stewart for arranging it for us. I have felt, since we reinstated the Devon Club Evenings into the calendar some four years ago, that I would like us to run something similar in Cornwall and am delighted to say that it is!
Area 20 visits the Jurassic Centre at Seaton
Ian Postles
Published on: 3/20/2017
Our thanks to Andrew and Pym Mogford who organised our trip to the Jurassic Centre in Seaton which was well attended and included a trip on the electric tram before enjoying lunch back at the Jurassic Centre.
Area 20 Charity Lunch at the Horn of Plenty on 25 February 2017
Ian Postles
Published on: 2/27/2017
The 2017 Calendar gets under way with Area 20 taking two tables at the annual Charity Lunch held at the Horn of Plenty. Twenty members attended and despite the wet and windy winters day eight Astons were in the car park.
Area 20 Christmas Party held on 3 December 2016, Area 20, AMOC News
Ian Postles
Published on: 2/18/2017
2016 ended with a fantastic Christmas Party held at the Mullion Cove Hotel which was attended by 60 Members and guests and was enjoyed so much that we have already booked again for next year. Quite a few people arrived the night before and made a weekend of it so it was a great chance to catch up with friends for a pre- party meal.We were extremely well looked after by the hotel, the food was excellent and the rooms very comfortable. We had the added benefit of having the hotels to ourselves having booked up all the rooms which I think makes such a difference to the atmosphere of the weekend.
Area 20 Visit to Haynes International Motor Museum 17 April 2016, Area 20, AMOC News
Flex Tester
Published on: 9/23/2016
The Haynes motor museum a has been a place I have wanted to visit for some time, having often spotted the newly refurbished building in the distance while driving on the A303, so I was pleased at our planning meeting this venue was to be included to the list of events for our 2016 diary.

Area 21 News

Events for 2021
Area 21 Rep
Published on: 3/9/2021
Event list for 2021 subject to COVID restrictions

Area 22 News

AREA 22 Zoom Socials
Area22 Rep
Published on: 2/15/2021
Area 22 members gather on Zoom on the first Thursday of the month during the lock down period. Please feel free to join us - just drop me and email and I will forward a link. area22@amoc.org
Malvern Aston Martin Car Shoot 2020
Area 22 Rep
Published on: 11/14/2020
The Malvern Hills, which Morgan also use as a backdrop for their photo shoots.
Area 22 Weekend in Wales
Area 22 Rep
Published on: 11/5/2020
On the first weekend in September, Area 22 went on tour in Wales.
AMOC Area 22 RAF Benson Families Day 2019
Area Rep
Published on: 8/20/2019
A great day was had by all.
AMOC Area 22 Shelsley Walsh Breakfast Club
Area Rep
Published on: 4/21/2019
A glorious morning at Shelsley in Worcestershire. We only saw 2 Astons and a beautiful Lagonda, plus this marvelous 1911 Sunbeam having taken our SL280 for a drive in the glorious coutryside that surrounds Shelsley - to what is the oldest hill climb in the world!
AMOC Area 22 Donington Park AMOC Racing
Area Rep
Published on: 4/20/2019
Five cars from Area 22 made the journey over to Donington Park near Derby for the first AMOC Race Meet of 2019.
AMOC Area 22 Bromyard Speed Festival
Area Rep
Published on: 4/7/2019
Area 22 went to the Bromyard Speed Festival 2019 to see what it’s all about. We were amazed at the popularity and variety of the day. Classic cars, super cars, suped-up cars, racing cars, classic bikes, 1960s tributes, personality tributes, stalls, displays and refreshments.
AMOC Area 22 AM Cheltenham Spring Open day
Area Rep
Published on: 3/23/2019
Area 22 Members had a great day at the Aston Martin Cheltenham Spring Open Day - many thanks to all involved in the organisation, you looked after us extremely well.....
AMOC Area 22 Aston Martin Heritage Trust
Area Rep
Published on: 3/16/2019
We had a great trip to the AMHT Museum today. Great lunch at the Seven Stars to kick the proceedings off before moving onto the Barn - a big thank you to Rob Smith and Donna Kay Bannister for looking after us so well.
AMOC Area 22 Monthly Social Gathering
Area Rep
Published on: 3/7/2019
Our first evening Social Gathering of 2019 was at the lovely Fostons Ash Inn near Birdlip on 7th March and once again, was well attended with 19 members and 3 Astons.
Lunch at Charingworth Manor
Area Rep
Published on: 2/17/2019
The lunch at Charingworth Manor on 17th February was a resounding success, with 33 members and 13 Astons in the carpark, which was amazing for a Winter meeting.
Area 22 Christmas Lunch
Area Rep
Published on: 12/9/2018
Area 22 held it's Christmas Lunch at The Inn for All Seasons near Burford on Sunday 9th December.
AMOC Area 22 Autumn Lunch at Corse Lawn House
Area Rep
Published on: 11/12/2018
Our Sunday Lunch at Corse Lawn House in November was a resounding success with 29 members dining and 8 cars in the carpark despite it being a rather damp day. We welcomed David and Jane Walker who joined us for their first event with Area 22, prospective new members Adrian and Geraldine Smith, and also Martin and Paula Brewer who travelled from Area 10 to dine with us.
Aston Martin Owners Club Area 22 Trip to Blenheim Palace 4th August 2018
Area Rep
Published on: 8/4/2018
Tom and Sue Wood join Area 15 at Blenheim Palace
Aston Martin Owners Club Area 22 Cotswold Driving Day
Area Rep
Published on: 8/2/2018
The Cotswold drive saw 8 Astons in attendance despite it being held on a Thursday.
Area 22 Herefordshire Drive and Treasure Hunt
Area Rep
Published on: 4/26/2018
We had a fantastic drive-out in Herefordshire on Sunday 15th April. Thank you to the 23 members who joined us, including Kurt Furger and his friend Roger who joined us from the USA and Switzerland respectively in a fabulous DB6.
Area 22 and 18 Drive it day in Wales
Area Rep
Published on: 4/26/2018
Six members from Area joined Area 18 for the Spring Drive in Wales to coincide with the National Drive-it Day.
Sunday Lunch at The Corse Lawn AMOC Area 22 News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/19/2018
The Sunday Lunch at the Corse Lawn House Hotel was a lively affair with 28 members enjoying a superb lunch with some good conversation. Despite a very cold, overcast day, 8 Astons adorned the car park.
AMOC Area 22 News
Area Rep
Published on: 9/4/2017
27 Astons from Area 22 and 5 basked in the sunshine at RAF Brize Norton on Saturday 2 September
Aston Martin Factory Tour Garden
Area Rep
Published on: 8/30/2017
20 AMOC members from Area 22 and Area 5 visited Gaydon on Wednesday 30th August 2017 to see the latest Astons being lovingly screwed together!
Gloucester Retro Festival
Area Rep
Published on: 8/30/2017
Gloucester Goes Retro
Cotswolds Driving Tour AMOC Area 22 News
Area Rep
Published on: 7/29/2017
17 members from Area 22 had a fabulous tour of the Cotswolds today and apart from one small shower towards the end of the day, it was dry. We even managed to have our drinks outside before lunch at the Horse and Groom in Bourton-on-the-Hill. Thanks to everyone for a most enjoyable day....
AMOC Area 22 attending HR Owen in Cheltenham for Aston Martin Open Day
Area Rep
Published on: 6/12/2017
Twenty Area 22 Members and their cars attended the Aston Martin Supercar Saturday in Cheltenham

Australia - SA News

70th Anniversary Bentley, Aston Martin, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/29/2017
Adelaide's Rundle Mall was the setting for a splendid collection of Bentley and Aston Martin cars.
Woodstocks Winery | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 3/19/2017
Sponsors of AMOC SA
Clayton Club Run, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/26/2017
February Club Run
Trophy winners, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/26/2017
AMOC SA Members
Christmas 2016, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 12/10/2016
Adelaide Hills was the place to be last Christmas
November Club Run, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 11/12/2016
Looking forward to our next adventure
October 16 Club Run, Australia - SA | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/3/2016
Toys

Australia - VIC News

A Stately Affair, Australia - NSW, Australia - SA, Australia - VIC | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 10/2/2017
South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria had a fantastic Aston Martin Weekend in Port Fairy, Victoria.

HQ News

AM News April 2021 Published
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 4/5/2021
AM News April 2021 Now Available in the Members Only area.
Live Q&A Session with David Hamer SVP Lockton Insurance
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 3/10/2021
There will be a special spring live Q&A session for Club Members with David Hamer, Senior Vice President, Lockton Insurance this Sunday 14th March at 11:00 GMT. Please see the virtual events page for more event details and registration.
AM News March 2021 Published
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 3/5/2021
The March edition of AM News, issue 845, is now available in the AM News section of the website.
2021 Virtual Concours Results
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 3/1/2021
2021 Virtual Concours Results
AM News February 2021 Published
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 2/3/2021
The February edition of AM News, issue 844, is now available in the AM News section of the website.
AM News December 2020 Published
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 11/30/2020
The November 2020 edition of AM News is now available in the AM News section of the website.
Club Express Go Live
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 11/21/2020
Information about the new Membership and Events Management System
Winter Live Q&A Sessions Announced
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 11/14/2020
Winter You Tube Live Q&A Dates
AM News November 2020 Published
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 10/28/2020
The November 2020 edition of AM News is now available in the AM News section of the website.
Autumn Live Q&A Sessions Announced
Matthew Godfrey
Published on: 10/5/2020
Autumn You Tube Q&A Dates

Poland News

2019 Season closing event, AMOC | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 12/14/2019
Mazovia 2019 rally
Aston Martin road to Wroclaw 2019
Area Rep
Published on: 10/9/2019
Aston Martin Warszawa event in Lower Silesia.
Poland 2019 Season Opening
Area Rep
Published on: 5/22/2019
AMOC Poland first successful big event.
Aston Martin Warszawa visit Poland Area
Area Rep
Published on: 4/25/2019
Warsaw based members visited Aston Martin Warszawa
Poznań Motor Show 2019, Poland | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 4/1/2019
AMOC Poland on Poznań Motor Show exhibition.

UAE News

Spring Breakfast Meet-up at Riders' Station Cafe
Area Rep
Published on: 3/10/2020
Saturday 7th March. We met at a car-park in Jumeirah and drove to Port Rashid where we had breakfast at Riders' Station Cafe.
2019 Autumn Meet, Drive and Watch Rugby
Area Rep
Published on: 10/19/2019
19th October 2019. We met at Bab al Shams, before driving through the desert to Jebel Ali Hotel to watch England beat Australia in the quarter finals of the Rugby World Cup.
UAE Oman Road Trip Invitation
Area Rep
Published on: 9/9/2019
An invitation from Thorough Events for AMOC UAE to participate in their tour to Oman. Held between WEdnesday 9th September and Sunday 12th September 2019.
DB7 Anniversary Celebration
Area Rep
Published on: 5/24/2019
1 September 2019, Stowe House, Buckinghamshire, UK
The Queen's Birthday Brunch at the QE2 | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 4/20/2019
A spectacular scene as 28 Aston Martins parked quay-side next to the QE2 to celebrate the Queen's Birthday.
Meet, Drive, Shoot, UAE | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 3/16/2019
This monthly meet was going to be different. Not only were we to meet and natter, we will go onto Lunch & Shoot Clays at the well-established Jebel Ali shooting Club.
2019 UAE Coast to Coast run, UAE | AMOC News
Area Rep
Published on: 2/13/2019
On 1st February, AMOC UAE embarked on our cost-to-coast run, travelling from the shores of the Arabian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. Click "Read more" to find out more details about this great trip.
AMOC UAE 2016 Road Run
Area Rep
Published on: 1/29/2016
AMOC UAE 2016 Road Run: 1 Emirate – 1 Day – 12 Aston Martins – 1000 Km