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The Cavalry and Guards Club Newsletter Summer 2025

Supplementary Statement June 2025 Capital works Four bedrooms on the fourth floor were fully refurbished in February and March. The intention is to continue with this programme, but this will now be pushed back into 2026. The air-conditioning system on the third floor will be replaced between mid-July and September and simultaneously the lantern above the hall will undergo a complete refurbishment. While there will be some inconvenience over this period, it will be business as usual. The cost of these two projects alone is estimated to be around £280,000. The Club telephone system has also been upgraded (please see page 4 for more information).

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evenues for the year to the end of May were £2.24m as against £2.26m in 2024. The gross profit at the end of May is £1.8m, 1% ahead of last year but 7% behind the budget. It has been a challenging trading environment with revenues down across all departments except for functions, which is in line with last year. It is noticeable that members are spending less on food and drink. Other leading Clubs are also experiencing a similar fall in revenue as members are being more discerning about their discretionary spend. The fall in bedroom revenue was in large part due to six bedrooms on the fourth floor being out of use for February and March due to refurbishment. Had this not been the case revenues would have been in line with budget and ahead of last year. Of note is that fuel, light and power costs are up £20,000 against the similar period last year. This is in part due to the use of electric radiators in the third-floor bedrooms during the winter months as the air conditioning/heating system was out of order. Insurances were also up £6,000. The Club’s capital position is good, with cash and invested reserves of £1,176,000 at the end of May. This is down £200,000 as monies were drawn down during the past year to fund capital works.

In September 2024, the Committee engaged lawyers to undertake a complete review of the Governance Model. The current model was put in place in 1988. Since then, the fiscal regime has changed significantly with fiduciary responsibilities for Committee Members, Trustees and Directors becoming significantly more onerous. Initial findings are that several adjustments to the current model will be needed. I will write to members later this summer with a series of proposals for which your agreement will be required.

John Rodwell It is with sadness that I report that John Rodwell has asked to step down as a Vice President. Having been Vice Chairman to Colonel Tom Hall, John took over as Chairman in 1996 retiring in 2002. He became a Vice President in 2016 and has provided wise counsel to me and my predecessors. David Rosier, who has been running as joint Vice President, will take over the mantle. Thank you, John for all you have done for the Club. Finally, I would like to thank the Trustees and Committee for their guidance and support over the past year and for the support of members. It remains and honour and privilege to be Chairman of this great Club and I look forward to my final year as Chairman.

Ransomware attack As you all know, on 11 February, the Club was subjected to a ransomware attack by the Akira group, a cybercriminal and data extortion group. This significantly disrupted operations with all computer systems being shut down. Our cloud-based accounting system (implemented in 2024) and database were unaffected. Our IT provider, BCN, immediately took action to minimise the risk. Our insurers appointed Control Risks to carry out a forensic investigation. This identified that the initial entry point was likely an authentication bypass vulnerability in the Club’s firewall. This vulnerability likely allowed the threat actor to gain unauthorised access to the network. The Club at no point negotiated with the attackers. Our staff reverted to using a pencil and paper for all bookings and although some members were subjected to some inconvenience it was largely business as usual. This incident is estimated to have cost the Club between £10,000-£12,000. Control Risks and BCN have provided several recommendations on how IT security can be improved, and I would like to thank the Secretary and staff for how they dealt with this incident. 2

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Watering Order We are delighted with the response we have had to the Friday night Watering Order. From 4-7pm, all drinks and food in Geoffrey’s Bar have 25% taken off the price. Our magnums of Aix en Provence Rosé and the 127-labelled English sparkling wine have been selling fast, and the cocktail list is being well tested. Please do come along if you are able.

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took Paul Farmer, your chef of 29 years, for lunch at Josephine’s in Fulham recently. This is a great way for us both to have a little look at what others are doing food wise.

Of note were two things. Firstly and charmingly, when ordering cheese, the waiter simply leaves the whole cheeseboard, with around six cheeses on it, for you to help yourself. The head waiter told me that, in the main, his patrons do not abuse the system and take what is reasonable. We are still discussing this option here at the club. Secondly, was their incredible chocolate mousse. For months and almost every morning I ask Chef how he is getting on. Last week the lovely Zak created something as close as I can imagine and you will soon find it on the menu. In other news and since Catherine’s last edition of this rag, we endured a very slow April where the usage of the Club fell to low levels; nobbled as we were by a mid-month Easter, impacting two weeks. We used this time to continue the endless painting as well as laundering curtains, hanging pictures etc. We were thrilled to welcome almost thirty Sandhurst cadets for a quick whizz around on a Saturday where the Chairman charmed them and Catherine cajoled them into, almost all, signing up for membership. This is a vital and proud making source of new membership for the future of the Club. We also saw a very well attended Ladies Lunch when almost 100 of you came to listen to Mary Killen. I was also happy to celebrate three completed years at this lovely place. Thank you very much for so much support and guidance from so many of you. May saw a good return to sensible business levels and Emanuela and her team has been busier than ever in the Coffee and Dining Rooms.

Employee of the Month March Grace Whitton – (Senior Chef de Partie). Tea is the only drink I drink either hot or cold all day every day. When I was younger, I had a head brace and scared away a burglar in the middle of the night. I worked on a city farm for six years and went to horticulture college instead, I nearly didn’t become chef. David Prince – (Barman). I can solve a Rubik’s cube. I did acting for three years. I love dancing.

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April Tatsuo Inoue – (Banqueting Supervisor). I was a member of the Boy Scouts in Japan. I was nearly attacked with a weapon in India. I saw David Bowie at HMV Oxford Street in 2002. Nandito Andrasz – (Cellarman). I am a Wu-Tang Clan fan. I love vintage cars and bikes. I watch Hell’s Kitchen when feeling low!

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On 1 May, we said a fond farewell to a much-loved member and former King’s Troop Officer Peter Griffith who passed away in January.

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The Club events surrounding Cavalry Memorial Sunday passed very well and everyone had such a lovely day. As usual accounts and membership were in charge of your bowlers and brollies. Only one incident of 81 being read as 18 lead to temporarily misplaced hats. These have since been reunited with their owners.

Zak Daniel-Esner – (Pastry Chef De Partie). I was a dancer for 12 years and was taught the Thriller routine by Michael Jackson’s choreographer. I was chosen to represent my former hotel in Japan at a British food fair. I started at the Club three months ago as Demi Chef De Partie and am now Pastry Chef De Partie.

As I type, we look forward to the AGM on the 11 June and, of course, Ascot Week, which is being very well subscribed.

Sarah Clarke – (Food and Beverage Assistant). I love travelling, swimming and going to concerts.

I shall tell you about Oswald’s another time.

Rupert Elliott Secretary

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Telephone system

Cavalry and Guards Members Lead Groundbreaking Humanitarian Mission

The Club regularly reviews its contracts, and the most recent change has been to our telephone system. The main differences will be felt internally, but you will see that when a member of staff calls you, their direct number will flash up rather than the Club’s Front Desk number. Please can we ask, once again, that wherever possible to call the department you need rather than using the main number. As such, may we take this opportunity to remind you of the numbers and ask you to save them: Dining Room 020 7659 0919 Events 020 7659 0906 Financial Controller 020 7659 0904 Front Desk 020 7499 1261 Membership Secretary 020 7659 0902

Club members, including HM King Abdullah II of Jordan, have launched a pioneering prosthetics programme in Gaza. Inspired by Edward Hall’s experience delivering an ambulance to Ukraine and witnessing mobile prosthetic care, the initiative – Restoring Hope – adapts that model to Gaza’s urgent needs.

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Operating through the Jordanian field hospital, it has achieved several world firsts, including fitting a triple amputee within 24 hours. Nearly 500 people have received life-changing limbs in six months. This effort reflects the Club’s enduring commitment to service. To support this vital work, please visit: www.prosperoworld.org.uk/restoringhope

In Memoriam Mrs Wilfried-Marie Strawdon in March 2025. Spousal Member. A member since 3 December 1990. Captain Neale Edwards on 21 March 2025. 4th/7th Royal Dragoon Guards. A member since 25 June 1957. Lieutenant Colonel Julian Tyson-Woodcock on 6 April 2025. Royal Green Jackets. A member since 13 October 2010. Mr Thomas Blake on 27 April 2025. Queen’s Own Yorkshire Yeomanry. A member since 10 September 2015. Captain William Matthews on 13 May 2025. Coldstream Guards. A member since 5 September 2006. Colonel Shaun Longsdon on 23 May 2025. 17th/21st Lancers. A member since 27 October 1959.

Rib of Beef Paul Farmer, our esteemed Executive Chef, positively squealed with delight as he told me about an incredible new source of rib of beef he had found. All the cattle are grass fed native breeds from farms in the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The cattle are slaughtered at Sawley in Lancashire and are dry aged for 35 days. Before hot cakes sold so well the phrase might have included ‘rib of beef’. It is pricier to buy that a mere sirloin but we think terrific value on the trolley, for only £25 generally every Wednesday or Thursday in the Coffee Room. 4

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His guests have cited the vichyssoise and beef as best they have tasted and service first class. GM

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Thank you for hosting the Sandhurst cadets for the day at the wonderful Club. The experience was wonderful and left the Gunner lot wishing for an RHA spot! AW

As always, the Club looked magnificent, and the staff were simply outstanding. JB Having stayed at the Club on three separate occasions recently, could I just say how well we have been looked after. From the friendly welcome at the Front Desk, to the super housekeeping and the delicious breakfasts so beautifully served, my thanks to all concerned. ASW What a splendid idea about the ‘Watering Order’ as a former Blue and Royal, I thoroughly approve. Also, as an Oxon classicist I also thoroughly approve of your pro tempore use – actually it is the first time I have seen its use in English. Double stars all round! CR My son’s 21st birthday was made all the more memorable by the venue, service and wonderful food. MK Thank you for the wonderful Spring Reels. I have had nothing but compliments from my friends. It was clear that a lot of work went into it, and I loved the vibe of everyone bouncing around. Please keep up the good ideas. WB Thank you for a hugely enjoyable Ladies Lunch, which was tremendous fun and so well organised (with military precision!). Please pass on my congratulations to all the team for their seamless planning and hard work. Mary Killen’s insights into the media world was absolutely fascinating. MN The single long table looked absolutely wonderful and had quite a visual impact on everyone as they entered the room. It literally set the scene! PB Thanks for all that you are doing to build momentum within the Club. Top work. M I cannot tell you with what delight we received your email confirming the wonderful news that my application for membership had been approved by the committee. ES

Wonderful to see all these new initiatives going on and seeing how full of life the Club is. PU It’s very clear to me, my wife and many of my friends that the changes you’ve championed are very much welcome. I especially enjoy the interesting talks by interesting people and think the cash-bar model a great way to drive attendance whilst balancing the Club’s costs. BS A slick website, search function works well, I look forward to start using properly. J We also recently stayed in one of the newly-refurbished 4th floor bedrooms – very comfortable and peaceful! MS

Brickbats At the risk of sounding like an old pedant (which I am!), could I make a plea that the ghastly word ‘Upcoming’ be replaced with the correct British one ‘Forthcoming’. I realise the ‘U-word’ is now more commonly used in this country, but that doesn’t make it any more palatable than others such as the ‘C-word’ (when referring to salt and pepper!). SM

Secretary: You are quite correct. This has been changed. I did miss the choccies at the end of the Ladies Lunch! PS

Secretary: Error lies with us as we forgot to serve them. Next year, they will be there. It would have been nice to have had some Ceaser Dressing on the salad main course plate. It was very bland without any sort of dressing at all.

Secretary: Paul Farmer looking into this and will make the necessary changes.

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A World Record Run Across the United Arab Emirates In February 2025, Club member Captain Harry Amos became the fastest person in history to run across all seven Emirates of the UAE. Covering 630km in 5 days 21 hours and 27 minutes, he set a new Guinness World Record, running an average of 105km per day, completing the equivalent of 15 marathons back to back through mountains, cities, and open desert.

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former Light Dragoon, Harry served for eight years in the Regiment including two tours in Afghanistan and one in Bosnia, leaving the Army in 2016. He is currently Managing Director of Kestrel Global, a consultancy helping world-class tech firms expand across the Middle East. In 2023, Harry and his brother Oli rowed 4,800km in 39 days across the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii, a feat completed by fewer than 80 people, raising funds for the Blue Marine Foundation and Invictus Games Foundation. The UAE crossing was a bold mission and Harry admitted he wasn’t sure he could complete, let alone break the record. The route began on the Indian Ocean shoreline in Fujairah, climbing 500m into the Hajar Mountains before crossing the Arabian Peninsula through Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, then into the city states of Ajman, Sharjah, and Dubai. What followed was a long and lonely 400km haul through the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Preparation was meticulous. For nine months, Harry trained up to 120km per week, combining distance with strength work to guard against injury. The run timing was critical, scheduled for the coolest week of the year to offset the desert heat. Spinneys supermarket provided fuel and M42, the UAE health giant, offered medical support. He was backed by a brilliant team headed by friend and coach Captain Nick Coates, formerly of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. He set off at 4am on 31 January. By the end of Day 1, he had climbed the mountains and crossed the peninsula, logging 110km despite a chest infection. Day 2 took him through Sharjah and Dubai, cheered by friends and family, before entering Abu Dhabi.

The record was made official by Guinness a few weeks later. What began as a personal challenge became a national-level achievement.

On Day 3, the challenge intensified. A traffic complaint led to police intervention and Harry was detained overnight. Though released without charge, he missed a full night’s sleep. Day 4 began at 4am and he covered 75km. His hallucinations were vivid having been awake for almost 40 hours. On Day 5, he rebounded. After a few hours of sleep and joined by Captain Will Jelf for a half marathon, Harry rediscovered rhythm, covering 100km and positioning himself for the final push. Day 6 demanded a brutal 130km. Battling swelling below the hips and a painful Achilles, he pressed on for 22 hours, reaching the Saudi Arabian border at 1:27am on 6 February, tired, relieved, but victorious. The record was made official by Guinness a few weeks later. What began as a personal challenge became a national-level achievement, widely covered in the UAE press. He has promised his wife he won’t take on another endurance feat… until the next one. To read more, please scan the QR code. The Cavalry and Guards Club

From the Archivist

The van Straubenzee Medal Collection by Thomas van Straubenzee The Cavalry and Guards Club is fortunate to have, on loan, a unique and important collection of Orders, Decorations and Campaign Medals. This collection is probably one of the most extensive to have been assembled by members of a single family and is displayed on the stairs leading down to the basement.

he van Straubenzee family’s long connection with the British armed forces began with the arrival to England in the early eighteenth century of Captain Philip van Straubenzee, a Dutch officer in the Hessian service, whose regiment sailed to the north of England to assist in the suppression of the Jacobite rebellion. He married Jane Turner, the daughter of a Yorkshire landowner and MP called Cholmley Turner, and settled at Busby Hall in the Yorkshire Moors. He was later naturalised as a British citizen through an Act of Parliament, at the request of George II, and his heirs went on to serve in the British Armed Forces for the next eight generations. His eldest son, Turner van Straubenzee, was born in 1746 and served in the 3rd Foot Guards, and the 17th Light Dragoons. Some of his service was spent in America, during the War of Independence, where he commanded one of the ad-hoc

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Light Infantry battalions, formed through the brigading of the light companies from eight or nine Line Battalions that took part in major actions between 1775 and 1778. He subsequently returned to England to take command of the 52nd Regiment, before sailing with them for India. He remained there with the regiment until 1787 and was heavily involved in operations during the early 1790s against Tippoo Sultan, including the storming of Tippoo’s fortress at Seringapatam during the Third Anglo-Mysore War. Back in Yorkshire, Turner bought Spennithorne House, became Vice Lord Lieutenant to his friend the Duke of Leeds and founded the Yorkshire Dales yeomanry, known as the ‘Loyal Dales’. He died without male heirs, but his younger brother Charles helped to carry on the family’s tradition of military and naval service that continued for over two centuries.

or as sappers, including Casimir, who commanded the British forces in Singapore and Malaya in the 1920s and was awarded the KBE. Family members took part in almost every major British military campaign of the 19th and 20th Centuries, receiving decorations that included the Distinguished Service Order, the Military Cross and the Légion d’Honneur, while also amassing a significant number of Mentions in Dispatches. Eight Straubenzees signed up to fight during the Great War. Percival went down on HMS Good Hope at the Battle of Coronel in 1914, while Charles Turner van Straubenzee, who commanded the Royal Canadian Dragoons with considerable flair throughout much of the Great War, was killed by a stray shell just four weeks before the Armistice. He had survived five battles during the Boer War, and eight more between 1914 and 1918. One of the most recent medal displays was awarded to Henry van Straubenzee of the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry. He commanded the Northants Yeomanry, the 12th Royal Tank Regiment, the 4/7th Royal Dragoon Guards and the 52nd Light Infantry – just as his ancestor had done 170 years earlier. His brother, Philip, also Ox & Bucks, commanded the Sierra Leone Regiment in Burma before returning to Spennithorne to command a battalion in his local Yorkshire Volunteers regiment the Green Howards.

General Sir Casimir van Straubenzee

All seven of his sons served in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, and five of them died. One, George, became the first Straubenzee to be killed in action, at Badajoz, in the Spanish Peninsula, while his elder brother William died from wounds sustained during the siege of Cuidad Rodrigo. Had William lived, he would have received a Peninsular War medal with Talavera, Fuentes d’Onoroand Cuidad Rodrigo clasps, as well as medals for the Cape and India.

In total, there are around one hundred medals in this extraordinary display, representing awards earned by seventeen of the thirty-two members of the family to have served. The collection was put together by Charles van Straubenzee and is on loan to the Club through his nephew, Thomas, eldest son of Alexander, a retired captain in the Royal Green Jackets.

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Another brother, Charles, survived the wars, despite receiving a sword-cut in the face. His Sultan’s Gold Medal for Egypt, where he served with the 92nd Highlanders in 1801, is the earliest award in the display. Charles’ son Frederick was in turn to see active service with the 13th Light Infantry, during the First Afghan War; subsequently during the Crimean conflict; and finally in the Indian Mutiny. His cousin Henry, one of the relatively few family members to have served in the cavalry, took part with the 14th Light Dragoons in the suppression of the Bristol Riots of 1830. A Lieutenant Colonel by the age of 22, his career was cut short when asked to leave the army by his father-in-law, Lord Wrottesley. Another cousin, Charles, was the first - but by no means the last - member of the family to rise to the rank of General. He received the KCB in 1858 for commanding British forces in China and Hong Kong, and the GCB in 1875 for his service as Governor of Malta. His younger brother Bowen served with distinction in India, the Crimea, China and finally Canada, where he settled. Between 1775 and 1881, one or another member of the Straubenzee family was serving at any given moment with at least one of the twenty or so 109 Line Infantry regiments then in existence. Later, many others served as Gunners (with at least three serving in the Royal Horse Artillery) The Cavalry and Guards Club

I believe a house snake would be more practical: no vaccinations needed, no fur, no allergies, no cat-flap required. JH Having been made responsible, against my better judgement, for the welfare of a feline, allegedly belonging to my daughter, for some nineteen years, I know that cats make an unerring beeline for anyone who cannot stand them. I therefore look forward with horror to being singled out for particular attention. JM It may be a coincidence that this news is promulgated on 1 April. Although you share convincing detail about the cat flap, I’m not sure one that gives directly onto Piccadilly would meet any animal welfare requirements. And regardless of any DEI considerations, members would want to know what colour the cat was to avoid any mistaken identity. LD For a brief moment I fell for it and ranted at my wife and, whilst happy with the cat, could not believe that you would cut a hole in the door onto Piccadilly! And a white plastic flap to boot - installed at a slight angle. Very good Rupert. The best I’ve seen this year. Well executed. JKL Your message made my day! Très amicalement. BM I suspect only the Guards officer members will fall for this one! RP

The Great Cat Flap I wrote the April Fool’s ditty and passed it to my PA, Malvina, to send to you all. She called me and asked if I really wanted to send it out as she did not think it funny at all. It was at this point I lost my nerve and cancelled the whole idea. This was a pity especially considering the trouble Paul, our maintenance man, had gone to to fake a cat flap. At this point, the Chairman strolled in and I confessed to the now aborted plan. ‘Send it!’ he ordered. The rest is history. It turns out however that GP, or Daisy as her family calls her, is a hopeless mouser and as such has gone back home. Please see below a selection of the best responses. Secretary An excellent idea and my best wishes to her mousing endeavours. What a delight to be employed in the industry of one’s passion. The cat flap is however a bit naff! Plastic on an otherwise esteemed and dignified entrance! Perhaps some alternative materials of a relevant theme could be sourced? Oak from a Royal Navy Ship of the Line perhaps, or maybe brass from ‘acquired’ Crimean cannons, something to match the distinguished existing wood and brass features of the entrance. Perhaps the flap could also be adorned with a feline inspired club logo? I am not a designer and Chat GPT has failed me in this regard but just a thought! GR I do not mind confessing that I was two paragraphs into a snot-o-gram before I looked at the date! JB I dread to think the number of medical ‘incidents’ this wonderful April Fool will have led to, no doubt the newspapers were ruffling on overdrive in the library yesterday morning plastic, not brass!! CB Are you sure she will not bolt through the front door and catch a bus up the road where she will find rich pickings at Whites? On second thoughts, being a female, she may not be admitted. MB 10 |

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I’m afraid I’m pathologically allergic to cats and cannot in any way support the idea. As for getting a cat to reduce the vermin problem; that is not an approach taken by any hotels I know of (at least of any quality). I’m sure any expert in pest control will tell you that the best way of dealing with vermin is improved hygiene to eradicate the source of the problem. Unfortunately, you seem to have also ruined a good door. AH Suggest the colour should be the same as the door and will the cat have a rank or a regiment? Cavalry or Guards? Perhaps a collar with the Club’s colours? CH A most excellent idea, which I’m sure will create a suitable “flap” on a date like today. JP As I have witnessed rodents scurrying about in rooms near the Bar in the past, I support the additional staff member employed to mitigate the problem. I expect, however, that given the traffic on Piccadilly, life expectancy may be problematic. The really good factor is that there are no National Insurance contributions required. KC

Interest Groups Racing Syndicate The Cavalry and Guards Racing Syndicate 2024–25 season featured two main runners: the mare Seasmoke and the gelding Homme D’un Soir, both trained under the watchful eye of Billy Aprahamian www.billyaprahamian.racing.

CGMC Dinner Guest speaker, Richard Hammond We could not be more delighted to let you know that none other than Richard Hammond is coming to speak at this year’s Cavalry and Guards Motor Club Dinner happening on Wednesday, 26 November. We have not finalised the cost yet but hope to keep it close to last year’s price of £90. However, you can still book online or with the Membership Secretary and I urge you to do so as I suspect this will be popular. As is customary, the dress is black tie with medals. It is open to all members and any guests they wish to bring with them. We have had James May previously and The Stig last year, so there’s only one of the team left to go!

Seasmoke, a seven year old bay mare by Flemensfirth out of Tops Island, remained a consistent performer in Class 5 hurdle races. Over seven starts in the 2024 25 season, she secured one victory and recorded several placed finishes. Her highlight came on 23 May 2024 at Market Rasen, where she scored a decisive win over 2m 4f under James Bowen, breaking through impressively as the 3/1 favourite. That brought her season tally to one win from seven hurdle races, and a consistent running record.

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Current Groups The Club continues with its busy Interest Groups. For a little reminder, here is a list of current ones: Alpine: currently a week-long skiing trip to Austria in February but if you wish to expand on this, please get in touch. Arts: four times a year, we organise lunch at the Club followed by a trip to an exhibition. Cavalry and Guards Motor Club: an annual dinner and plenty of race meets during the year.

Homme D’un Soir, winning at Market Rasen

In early 2025, nine-year-old gelding Homme D’un Soir continued his consistent form over fences. On 20 March 2025 at Ludlow, he secured a narrow all-the-way win in a Class 4 handicap chase over about 1 m 7 f under James Bowen – his second chase victory since joining this yard. Earlier in the spring, he had placed third in a small-field chase at Huntingdon (just beaten by ~7 lengths) in March. These solid efforts reflect a seasoned campaigner delivering reliable performances and a lot of fun to look forward to. If you are interested in getting involved, we have shares available in Homme. Please email Catherine to find out more membership@cavgdsclub.co.uk

Connect 127: the professional networking group. If not already a member, please do join our private LinkedIn page by searching Connect 127. Cresta: each year we have a team who think it is great to throw themselves down an icy slide! Fishing: a new group this year, which includes a week-long trip in Scotland. Racing Syndicate: as indicated on the left, please do join if you would like to. Sailing: a very popular group: sailing, drinking, great quality sailing gear and a little more drinking! Shooting: another new group that has got off to a great start, with three weekends in Wales already booked for the 2025-26 season. The Cavalry and Guards Club

Forthcoming events Thursday, 26 June Cigar and Port Evening Wednesday, 2 July Club Talk: The House of War by Lieutenant General Simon Mayall

Thursday, 18 September Grouse Dinner

Wednesday, 2 July Connect 127 Lunch with Anne Glover

Friday, 26 September Fine Wine Dinner

Saturday, 2 August Sandhurst Cadet visit to the Club. If you are around, please do come and say hello.

Wednesday, 1 October Annual Alpine Group Drinks

Thursday, 11 September Club Talk: Crossing Antarctica with Jeremy Packshaw

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Wednesday, 17 September Art Exhibition Lunch: Cartier at the Victoria and Albert Museum

Wednesday, 15 October Connect 127 Annual Drinks Wednesday, 5 November Club Talk: The Kadir Cup

Wednesday, 26 November Cavalry and Guards Motor Club Annual Dinner with Richard Hammond Saturday, 6 December Sandhurst Cadet visit to the Club. If you are around, please do come and say hello.

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Wednesday, 10 December Art Exhibition Lunch: Turner and Constable at the Tate Gallery Wednesday, 10 December Sons and Daughters Dinner Thursday, 11 December Members Christmas Lunch

Please note While we hope there will be no changes, some might occur. Please contact the Membership Secretary for more details membeship@cavgdsclub.co.uk

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