Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow: Photos + Notes
THE day started at a motel at Baldock, north of Stevenage.
Our journey headed west along the A507 towards Milton Keynes, then took the A5 northwest towards Towcester.
Our first port of call was to be the headquarters of the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club at Paulerspury.
The weather was quite unpredictable for most of the day. Consequently, some of the shots came out looking rather moody.
From Paulerspury, we headed back southeast along the A5, otherwise known as the London road, towards Milton Keynes again. For most of its length, the A5 runs as straight as an arrow. Like many similar roads in the UK, this is because it follows the course of an old Roman road.
The next stop was for lunch, at a Little Chef on the A5, just off the Old Stratford roundabout.
After lunch, we continued southeast along the A5, towards Milton Keynes.
We rejoined the A5 for just long enough for us to skirt around Bletchley, home to Bletchley Park, the famous headquarters of the UK’s decryption facility during the Second World War.
After driving along the A421 for a short hike, we rejoined the A507 we had last travelled that morning in the opposite direction. We were heading east, back towards the motel, and the day was drawing to a close.
However, we still had time for one more stop, at The Black Horse, a lovely little pub at Ireland, near Shefford.
It was a perfect setting.
The late afternoon breeze that rustled through the wheat provided a fitting ending to a jolly fine day.
About the Author: John Sweeney writes for Automobiles De Luxe online. A student of Management at the University of Lancaster, England, John has a propensity for buying old cars with 'character'. He has owned thirteen in six years of driving, which his friends tell him is far too many.
Brad Starcevich | Aug 20, 2009 | Reply
John,
The photos and notes were a nice bonus. I particularly like Helen’s lengthwise shot of the Shadow in front of the Pub. Very nice.
Brad
gunnar | Aug 20, 2009 | Reply
John,
Helen did do a splendid job. And I agree with Brad that the profile shot of the Royce in front of the Black Horse was nicely framed. But I think my favorite is the one she took of the Spirit in the last picture.
RJR | Aug 20, 2009 | Reply
The shots over the prow of that beauty are quintessential Rolls. Thank you for this sensual, virtual experience.
Jim | Aug 21, 2009 | Reply
Very nice posts with some great pictures. Thanks
john | Aug 21, 2009 | Reply
I can’t decide whether my favourite is the shot in front of the outbuildings beneath stormy skies, or the ones in front of the fields of wheat. Either way, kudos to Helen for some great shots!
Cadogen 11 | Aug 21, 2009 | Reply
Enjoyed the ride!