Coachlines
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Aaron MacLeod
Aerospace scholarship winner achieves CAA licence
My name is Aaron MacLeod and I am originally from the Isle of Lewis in the Western Isles of Scotland. In 2023, I was fortunate to be jointly awarded the Aerotron scholarship along with Bradley Hamilton in the livery year […]
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Steward David Manchester
Join us for the Commandant’s Parade – Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst
The Master invites you to join her to spectate at the Commandant’s Parade at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst on Wednesday 7th August. The Sovereign’s Parade marks the end of an Officer Cadet’s time at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, […]
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Liveryman John Fuggles
A tribute to Sir Stirling Moss OBE
In a world where motorsport is all about records, it is often easy to overlook some of the best talent because they achieved so much without ticking off record after record. Of all these, Sir Stirling Moss OBE was perhaps […]
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Liveryman Peter Dias
Airborne with the RAF
On Friday 31st May 11 lucky Coachmakers who were picked out of the ‘hat’ travelled to RAF Brize Norton on a lovely sunny day to witness the skill of the pilots in one of our affiliated services. Of the 11, […]
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Honorary Assistant Richard Robinson
A private tour of the Inner Temple Gardens and Temple Church
The Master, accompanied by 17 Liverymen and their guests had a wonderful tour of one of London’s greatest hidden gems, steeped in history but still serving a key function today. The Inner Temple has existed since the 14th century and, […]
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Coachlines - June 2024
28.06.24 Renter Warden David Barrett
Coachspotting: A surviving Berlin coach built in the first half of the 18th century
Your Renter Warden’s travel recently took him to the Château d’Eu, Le Treport, in France, a former royal residence in the Seine-Maritime department, in Normandy. The Château stands in the centre of the town and was built in the 16th […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 The Master Bettine Evans
Master’s message May 2024
Well, what a busy time it has been since I wrote my last message. An exciting development at the end of last month was the confirmation of our new Clerk for the next Livery year. As you know, our gallant […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 Freeman David Barzilay
A letter from the Deputy Editor May 2024
This month’s Coachlines sees an eclectic range of stories and articles, which only go to show how diverse and interesting the Livery Company and its members are. This month in the Meet the Team section, we look at the Coachmaker’ […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 The Clerk
Clerk’s Notes – May 2024
“An excellent evening.” “It really couldn’t have been better. Well done!” “What a splendid, perfect evening- one of the best banquets!” “Truly memorable and enjoyable.” “A terrific evening.” These are just some of the kind words that have been received […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 The Clerk
In memory – Liveryman John Woollatt
Liveryman John Woollatt passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the beginning of May. He joined the Company in January 2001 and was an active golfer who supported the Coachmakers’ golf team for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 Assistant Clerk Lt Cdr Rachel Firth
An event of many moving parts – The Coachmakers’ Banquet 2024
Pictured above: Bristol Scout 1264 on display in the Great Hall They say that it is difficult to live with a creative genius. I’ve never had to face that challenge, but the Clerk does have his moments, writes the Assistant […]
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Coachlines - May 2024
31.05.24 PM Ian Smith
Meet The Team – the Livery Trustees
The Trustees of the Company have the general responsibility for ensuring its charitable objectives are met and advising the Court in that regard. The Trustees have particular responsibility for ensuring the charity accounts and charitable work of the Livery fully […]
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