A Tiger Moth’s view of the hidden gem of Colesbourne Park, the lake, arboretum and church

This year, we are planning something very different from the usual Sunday pub lunch on our Sunday Navigation Rally and parallel Scenic Tour, Sunday 17th July – the day after Pre-War Prescott and an integral part of the weekend.  We are planning a Vintage Picnic!  This is being organized at the hidden and seriously delightful Colesbourne Park in the heart of the Cotswolds.  We will gather on the formal lawns in front of the house – see above – around the fountain.

Here is what you need to know:

You can bring your own picnic or you can pre-order sumptuous picnics and refreshments from Revills Farm Shop in Defford.  These picnics will be collected from the farm on Sunday morning so will be crisp, cool and fresh.  You place your order, and your picnics will be awaiting your arrival at the Park.  The Picnic Menu will be e-mailed with this Newsletter and is also available here.  I will also be e-mailing it to everyone who has already entered.

Immediately adjacent to the Park is the Colesbourne Inn and also the very special Old Rectory restaurant for those who do not wish to picnic.  If you wish to take up one of these alternative options, you should pre-book lunch as follows:

The Colesbourne Inn (50 covers currently available)

The Old Rectory restaurant (25 covers currently available)

Fuel will also available at the Gulf station in Colesbourne on Sunday if your car also needs a top up.