Horsepower at the House, 18th March breakfast meet, Dorset

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Good afternoon all,

For 2023 we have the opportunity to host a monthly event within the grounds of the stunning Athelhampton House, Dorset. Welcoming all vehicle types, the concept is simple – if you have something of interest, or are interested yourself to learn more about others' vehicles, then come along and share some memories with many like-minded enthusiasts.

We’ve teamed up with the events management team at Athelhampton and intend to run monthly events, falling on Saturday’s and between 9-11am. Our initial meeting is planned for March 18th 2023 and will be managed through pre-registered attendees.

Previously we ran a monthly enthusiast group at the Kitchen Club in Bournemouth, and having missed the easy-going relaxed atmosphere of such gatherings, it’s spurred us on to organise similar. Only this time, within the stunning grounds of one of Dorset’s hidden treasures – Athelhampton House. 'Teaming Up' with the House makes it sound far more grand than we intend, at the crux of it all are two petrol-heads whom are keen to share some petrol stories / horrors with others.

The House catering team have agreed a discounted selection of refreshments and nosh for those attending, with hot / cold drinks, fresh Danish pastries and hot bacon rolls available. These will be available from 10am. Oh, and we’re sure there are vegetarian options too, fear not.

If you are keen to attend, please simply reply to this thread with your name, your vehicle and also if you intend to take advantage of a bloody good bite to eat and drink. As this is our first event, we’re keen to give advanced awareness to Athelhampton in respect of numbers. We're all for the odd duplicate make and model, but in the interest of variety, the event is intended for private individuals and not car clubs. There may be a corresponding private Faceache group created and event, but we're keen to cater for those that still frequent the good ol' PH forums.

Thanks all for your time and I'll kick off proceedings;

Location; Athelhampton House, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG

	PH Name	Make & Model	Grabbing a bite?
1	Bart	Noble M12	Yep
2	Ms Bart	Cayman S	Yep
3	Ben	Jag F-Type	Yes
4	Fletcher	Honda S2000	Yes
5	Jethro	Renault Clio 182	Yes
6	Saleen	Saleen Mustang	Yes
7	TX	2018 M3cs	Yes
8	Mr M	Mercedes SLK55	Yes
9	Clare	360 Spider	Yes
10	Breadvan	718 GT4	Yes
11	Dan	Exige LF1	Yes - coffee
12	Mike VV	Exige V6	Yes
13	Joe M	Exige	Yes
14	Nathan	McLaren 570s	Yes - coffee
15	Mglassup	Porsche 997 c2S	Yes
16	Bob	991.2 911 C2	Yes
17	James	Focus RS MK2	Yes
18	Lewis	Abarth 595	Yes
19	Dave P	Noble GT03	Yes
20	Barry	R8 V10	Yes
21	Pete	Cayman R	Yes
22	S111DPC	Alpine A110 aka V Mokka	Yes
23	Chatie	Rallye 106	Yes
24	Paft Dunk	AMG GT S	Yes
25	Jonas	S3	TBC
26	Leo	Clio 172 Cup	Yes
27	Max	335 BMW	Yes
28	Owen	1jz E36	Yes
29	Adam	M2 Competition	Yes
30	JRC1	B7 RS4	Yes
31	Matt	TVR	TBC
32	Tom	V5 Golf	Yes
33	Tom's Dad	Mini	Yes
34	Debbie	MK2 Golf	Yes
35	Josie	Megane R26	Yes
36	Willpeach	e36 328i	Yes
37	Hannah	328i	Yes
38	Andrew	Audi B5 A4 2.8	Yes
39	Callum	Audi B4 80 2.6	Yes
40	Gary	Aston Vantage V8	Yes

Edited by _Bart_ on Thursday 16th March 21:22

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Saleen836 said:

No idea how to add my details to the list but very interested
Car - Saleen Mustang

Evening matey, I have added you - just to check though, would you maybe like a bite to eat and drink?

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Thanks all, added you to the list. Remember to confirm if you would like some food, fear not - we won't hold you to that, it's purely to understand potential numbers for food.

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breadvan said:

Hey James, great idea. I really miss the old Kitchen Club days, had a right laugh and met some amazing people and Eddie.

Can’t make this one but I’ll definitely look forward to the others.

Hell yeah!! I still occasionally speak to Dave P, Eddie, Rob G etc. Be great to get some old-familiar faces back (old as in from the old group, not age )

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Bh1photography said:

Rocket keen for this!

Here he is!

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ClareCar said:

Yes please. Ben might have already replied on my behalf? Clare/Ferrari 360 F1 Spider/ yes to something to eat!!!! ????

Afternoon Clare, yep - you're on the list, welcome aboard

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breadvan said:

I've found time, hope you don't mind me joining you....

Mind? I don't mind at all sir, and, AND, you have a GT4 - which I shall be pouring all over as I want one badly. Haha

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Both very welcome along, have added you to the registry

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jamesm182 said:

I'm up for coming along and also up for a bite!

I'll be in a Focus RS MK2.

Thanks James, added

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PeteCaymanR said:

I'm up for this.

Please can you put me down in the Cayman R and for some food.

Exquisite choice sir, I'll be having a look! I'll add you shortly

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s111dpc said:

Hi James, I’d be interested in coming along to this. I would bring my Alpine A110S but it’s likely to still be off the road then, so if It’s not too embarrassing I’ll be a Vauxhall Mokka hire car (the shame!). We would be up for food too x2.

Edited by s111dpc on Sunday 26th February 13:20

Still a petrol head! I'll add you both shortly

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chatie1975 said:

James, would it be ok if I came along in the 106 Rallye, especially as it’s in my doorstep and I’m not working?

You are beyond welcome, excellent choice of hoon wagon. I'll add you in a moment

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Paft Dunk said:

Sounds like a good excuse for a drive, I'd like to join you for a bacon butty please!

AMG GT S

thanks,

Added

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JRC1 said:

Would you be able to add me to the list please?

Added matey - would you mind confirming if you'll likely grab a bite?

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Saleen836 said:

Are you booking dry weather?

I've put in a request, yeah

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Willpeach said:

I know it’s really late notice but me and my friend Hannah would love to come down in my e36 328i coupe and her 328i saloon. Not sure how we clean out in our details?

Good evening, happy to add you two - but we are now at capacity so aside from the two below, that will be all.

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Scoobydrew95 said:

Also apologies for a very late reply too, only just seen this.

Is there space for myself (andrew) Audi b5 a4 2.8 avant and my friend (Callum) Audi b4 80 2.6 coupe to join? Both for food and drink, if it's all good!

Good evening, happy to add you two - but we are now at capacity that will be all.

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Saleen836 said:

Can you remove me from the list, just realised MOT out today and no chance of getting it done before Saturday

That's a shame matey, maybe the next one

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Looks like the weather may actually be favourable to now! Success

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PeteCaymanR said:

My car is all clean and ready but I've managed to get COVID, so won't be able to attend tomorrow I'm afraid!

Bugger! Rest up sir