ISSUE 15 AUTUMN 2008

NEWSLETTER

W&W delightsrecord crowds

It's a dog's life

Reg Day remembers

Evergreens visitDunsfold Park

Little Harriers Big Barnado’s Toddle

Little Harriers children took to the racetrack, for their annual parent and staffBBQ at the Nursery, to raise money forthe children’s charity, Barnado’s. The daywas a huge success with over 100 parentsand children enjoying the sunshine.

Children from Little Harriers weresponsored to toddle half a mile withtheir family and friends. All age groupsparticipated in the event with babiescrawling the course, through to pre-schoolmembers who ran it, proving that you’renever too young to make a difference!

At the end of the toddle all childrenreceived a medal and a certificatefor their effort and everyone enjoyeda BBQ and summer drinks in the newlyreconstructed garden.

APERSONALVIEW

“It has been a wonderful day and itis such a privilege to be able to helpother children within our community,by donating money to Barnado’s,” saidLucy Verbrugge, Little Harriers’ Proprietor.The nursery staff and children raisedover £600 for Barnado’s and are alreadyplanning next year’s event!

Next Generation

As most of our tenants will be aware,our Chief Executive, Jim McAllister,became a grandfather in July whenhis eldest son, David, and his fiancée,Nicky, produced the first of a newgeneration of the family with the birthof their daughter, Isobel Anita McAllister,at The Royal Surrey on 24 July.

Cartoon CapersGwen Duke has kindly donated a seriesof cartoon 'doodles' to Dunsfold Park.Drawn in the late 1940s by a BAEemployee, the drawings depicta humorous insight into life on theaerodrome. Eight of these delightfuldrawings, given to Neville Duke duringhis time at Dunsfold, are now on displayin the Estate Office boardroom.

Despite a rainy start to Wings &Wheels the sun shone through fora spectacular day which wasenjoyed by some 20,000spectators.

I’m delighted to report that so far wehave received nothing but positivefeedback over this year’s improved trafficplan and unrivalled air and motoringdemonstrations.

We have now firmly established ourselvesas one of the must see airshows on theevents calendar. If you were unluckyenough to miss it, you can catch-up onthe day’s events through our review, andpictures of the show further on in thenewsletter.

As we leave summer behind, autumnheralds a new phase in the master-planning process for Dunsfold Park.Waverley Borough Council’s decision toturn down our application is not whollysurprising but disappointing nonetheless.

We believe our proposals for theaerodrome offer the best alternative forthe site and the borough of Waverley.

We are now considering our optionsto determine what will best allow usto push forward with our plans.

Our door is always open at Dunsfold Parkso if you have any questions, would liketo see the application or just look overthe site, please contact us on:01483 200 900.

Best wishes

Jim McAllister, Chief Executive

visitwww.dunsfoldpark.co.ukorcall+44(0)1483200900

News in brief...

The clouds cleared and the sun shone downon this year’s Wings & Wheels, which sawsome 20,000 spectators enjoy a fantasticshow that featured an incredible array offlying and motoring displays.

The Red Arrows, one of the highlights ofthe day, performed a stunning displaywhich left the crowds gasping with delightand calling for more before jetting off toThe Mall for the 2012 London Olympics party.

Amongst the four hour flying demonstration,the Eurofighter Typhoon display team madetheir debut leaving spectators in no doubtof its power and role in the RAF, as itswooped, roared and vibrated overhead.

Everyone's favourite, the Team GuinotWingwalkers, returned to the skies overDunsfold Park along with the Blades,Swift Aerobatic Team, The Battle of BritainMemorial Flight and the North AmericanB25 Mitchell bomber.

Brooklands Museum put on an elaboratetwo part motoring demonstration, with over200 classic cars, race cars and motorbikesdisplaying their prowess on the track and asstatic attractions in the motoring paddock.Amongst the vehicles were iconic AstonMartins, Ferraris, Porches, vintage classicsfrom Mercedes, Bentley and Jaguar andsome aero-engined cars and pre-warmotorbikes.

Changes for Wings & Wheels 2008 includeda significant investment in a new trafficmanagement plan. This ensured visitorsto the show arrived quickly and safely,leaving plenty of time to enjoy the airand motoring displays, as well as visitthe arena attractions, including Top Gear,Mercedes-Benz World and over 60 differentretail stalls.

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Jamie McAllister, Event Promoter,Wings & Wheels said:

“We had a record number of people turnout on Sunday and have received nothingbut positive feedback over the improvedtraffic plan and content of this year’s show.We’re delighted by this success and proudthat we were able to put on an event thatnot only highlights the key role thisaerodrome has played in British history, butraises money for deserving local charities.”

An announcement about how much wasraised for the six nominated charities willbe made in the winter newsletter.

I must say I was very flattered whenI heard that Nancy, Dunsfold Park’s PR &Media Officer, wanted to write a featureon me for the quarterly Newsletter.

I’ve been in the Estate Office for a coupleof years now and am very much part ofoffice life. In fact, for my second birthday,the staff took me out to supper at TheWhite Horse at Hascombe, where JohnBeckett runs a very dog-friendlyestablishment - and I was treated to acouple of supremely tasty sausages andone or two other tempting morsels thatjust happened to fall under the table.

My day at the office starts at around8am, with a constitutional. I accompanythe Chief Executive, Jim McAllister, onhis morning walk around the Estate.It used to be a brisk amble but, lately,we’ve stepped up a gear since the CEOtook delivery of a Body Buddy, which isa cross between a scooter and a cycle.He can work up quite a speed on thatand I’ve had to increase my pace to asteady jog to keep up - which doesn’tleave much time for rabbit chasing!After two laps of the perimeter trackI’m ready for my water bowl.

My first official duty of the day is to takethe newspaper into the CEO’s office for himto peruse whilst he’s having his breakfast.Abby spent quite some time - and not afew biscuits - training me to carry thepaper in my mouth but I think I’ve got itoff pat now and I’m well rewarded for myefforts with one or two tasty treats.

I like to think that I’m cognisant of prettymuch everything that goes on in the EstateOffice on a day to day basis. I used toattend a lot of very high level meetings,sitting under the table listening to thebuzz of conversation around the room,but, unfortunately, I forgot myself on

one occasion and blotted my copy book.One of the Group’s key financiers waswaving a sandwich around as he spokeand I just couldn’t contain myself; I restedmy muzzle in his lap which, bizarrely,caused him to jump six footin the air. Apparently, he thought thatthe lady sitting next to him was gettinga bit fresh... After that little indiscretionon my part I’m no longer permitted to sitin on important meetings. Which is a bitof a shame in some respects because theGroup does host a very good boardroomlunch...

Speaking of which, as you might imagine,lunch time is my busiest period of the day.With 14 members of staff in the EstateOffice, all preparing a delicious range ofsnacks in the kitchen, I’m kept very busyreminding them that I’m there if they canspare a few crumbs. I’m very proud of myrelationship with my colleagues; I get onwith absolutely everyone in the office andmy best friend is whoever is eating theirlunch. By the middle of the afternoon,I’ve spent a few minutes with everyonein the office.

Having said that, there was one minorfaux pas during the early days, whenI helped myself to a lovely turkey escalopesandwich which the Accounts Managerhad left unattended when he was calledaway from his desk. There weremitigating circumstances, I hasten toadd, he did leave it on a stool at muzzleheight so what was I supposed to think...

During the afternoon, I like to help out inReception and visitors to the Estate Officecan always rely on me for an enthusiasticwelcome - I’m not only very vocal butmy tail wags at an astonishing rate.

By 4.30 pm - my Master says he can sethis watch by me, I’m such a creature ofhabit - I’m beginning to think about mysupper, so I take up a position in thecorridor just outside the kitchen so thatmy Master doesn’t forget I’m here andthat I need feeding before we go homeafter another busy day at the office.

It’s a dog’s life!

It’s a Dog’s Life by Hector,the Corporate Dog

Reg Day remembersSquadron 98For Reg Day, the Wings & Wheels showand the sight and sound of the Mitchellbomber brought back poignant memoriesof being stationed at Dunsfold during theSecond World War. As part of Squadron 98,which formed part of 139 Wing 2nd TacticalAir Force stationed at Dunsfold, he wastrained to work on the B25 Mitchellbombers and began 15 months ofbombing raids from Dunsfold.

During his time in the RAF, joining inSeptember 1941, Reg saw the captureof more than 52 Enemy airfields, was partof the first squadron to go to Melsbroek, anEx-Luftwaffe airfield, when it was liberatedin October 1944, as well as receiving abullet wound to his back which left himrecovering in hospital during January 1945.Reg still saw out the war and spent VE Dayin Germany itself at Achmer airfield.

Reg is now the face of the DunsfoldMuseum and is determined to keep thesememories alive and ensure that Dunsfold’spast and the efforts of the men whoworked here should never be forgotten.

Air Ambulanceto the rescueTenant and local man Claude Clemaron hasexperienced first hand heroes of the sky,The Surrey Air Ambulance.

Based at Dunsfold Park since June 2007,the Air Ambulance has been on hand tohelp hundreds of local people in their hourof need. Claude’s son, Luc, was one suchlocal having been involved in a seriousroad traffic accident outside Cranleigh onthe Horsham Road on the 30th June.

Unbeknownst to Claude, the Surrey AirAmbulance rushed to the scene of theaccident and airlifted Luc to head specialistsat King’s College Hospital in London, wholooked after Luc in the critical care unit forfive days. Following a crucial period ofhealing, Luc was transferred to the RoyalSurrey to continue recuperating.

Claude Clemaron commented: “My familyand I would like to express our thanks toall the emergency services involved incaring for Luc, especially the Air Ambulanceteam based at Dunsfold Park and all thestaff at King’s Hospital.

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Local Christmasshopping will helpschool fundraisingcampaign

The Jigsaw School, based on DunsfoldPark, is about to launch its ChristmasFundraising Campaign to raise moneyfor a new minibus.

Jigsaw is committed to educating childrenwith autistic spectrum disorders and ifanyone is interested in helping supportthe school - be it volunteering, buyingChristmas gifts through their websiteor ordering Christmas cards/wrappingpaper/Christmas puddings throughthe school - please contact:Siobhan McAllister or Kate le Feberon 01483 279 675/4 or visit the websitewww.jigsawschool.co.uk

More details will appear in the nextnewsletter.

Dunsfold moles!The Royal ObserverCorps (ROC), unbeknownto many, maintainedan undergroundmonitoring post built

in 1960 under Dunsfold Aerodrome.

From the surface little can be seen of thepost other than a small concrete block,within which lies the entrance shaft downinto a specially equipped undergroundroom. The ROC would monitor bombdetonation locations and estimated yieldswere calculated. Radiation readings wereused to plot the path of fallout.

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The Evergreensvisit DunsfoldPark Museum

On Wednesday 7th August, Dunfold Parkwelcomed the Evergreens. A coach of42 residents from Dunsfold Village cameto visit the site and were taken on aguided tour of Dunsfold Park, itsnumerous attractions and aircraft, aswell as taking the coach under the wingof the jumbo jet, before tea andhomemade cakes at the Estate Office.

The day was rounded off with a trip tothe Museum hosted by Reg and Bob.Several people commented that theyhad never seen so many on anEvergreens afternoon and a numbersaid they wouldn’t have missed it foranything!

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Contact details and information

The Rutland Group has an on-site presence at Dunsfold Park and theteam is available to answer questions at any time. Chief Executive,Jim McAllister, operates an ‘open door’ policy at the site in respectof community issues or concerns. Whenever possible, he is availableto answer questions and deal with problems personally.

For further general information, tenant listings, or to register toreceive news and information please visit our website or contactThe Rutland Group, Dunsfold Park, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB.Tel 01483 200 900 Fax 01483 200 555

www.dunsfoldpark.com