Published by the National Motor Museum, ‘Goldie’, by John Mayhead, has been shortlisted for the Royal Automobile Club Book of the Year…
The National Motor Museum tells us:
(Photograph and all words from the National Motor Museum).
“Goldie – The Amazing True Story of Alfred Goldie Gardner, the World’s Most Successful Speed- Record Driver” by John Mayhead was launched at Goodwood Revival in 2023. With a forward by The Duke of Richmond, Goldie tells the story of Goldie Gardner who overcame his war injury to become one of the most successful racing drivers and a prolific speed-record holder. Garnering excellent reviews from the motoring press and readers, Goldie contains new, previously unseen photographs – many from the National Motor Museum archives. Sussex-based author John Mayhead is one of the UK’s foremost classic car writers and commentators.
Now in their eleventh consecutive year, the Motoring Book of the Year Awards are considered the most prestigious accolades in automotive book publishing. The awards champion the best automotive books, authors, and publishers.
Senior Curator Sarah Wyatt says, “We are delighted that Goldie has been shortlisted for the award. John Mayhead’s meticulously researched book has been very well-received and showcases the wonderful archives of the National Motor Museum.”
Further details are available at nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/goldie/ and royalautomobileclubmotoring-book-of-the-year/
About the National Motor Museum
- The National Motor Museum Trust Limited is a charitable organisation founded in 1972, which runs the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu in the New Forest.Continuing the work of the flagship Montagu Motor Museum, the Trust has a world- famous collection of 250 vehicles and associated motoring items, which are on display in the National Motor Museum.
- The nearby Collections Centre houses and cares for a vast array of motoring artefacts, photographic images, specialist reference library and film and video library. For more information about its collection and services see www.nationalmotormuseum.org.uk
- Visitors to Beaulieu can enjoy a full day out with features including the ancestral Montagu home Palace House, 13th century Beaulieu Abbey, adventure play area Little Beaulieu, and grounds and gardens. Tickets can be bought in advance. For tickets or more information, see www.beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 612345.
- A full calendar of events and exhibitions is held at Beaulieu by the National Motor Museum, including Collection Centre Open Days, Classic Grille Evenings, Meet the Curator events and Transport Torques. Details are available at www.nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/events