Skid Pan Dates
2025-11-09 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Thruxton Circuit, SP11 8PN, United Kingdom
We are pleased to announce the return of the Group’s popular annual skid pan event.
The course will be run on the skid pan at Thruxton Circuit https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/skidpan.They have a selection of front and rear wheel drive cars, which allow you to experience how to correct and control a sliding car. Their skid pan is a polished concrete surface, which uses water and no chemicals.
Here is a video, to give you a taster of what to expect onthe day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irz5TkpPJpY
We have secured two dates for the course, Sunday 9th November and Saturday 15th November. The session will commence at 10am on both days and last for approximately 1 hour. There are 4 places available on each course and the cost is £75 (which is subsidised by the group). Please register via the link below.
https://membermojo.co.uk/tvg-roadar/store
Places will not be secured until you make the payment, so as this is a popular event then we would encourage you to book soon.

Social Rideout March 1st
2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom
More details will follow about a month ahead of the event.

Presentation Evening - National Highways Traffic Officers
2026-03-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall, Reading Rd, Sherfield on Loddon, Hook RG27 0EZ, UK, Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall, Reading Rd,, Sherfield on Loddon, RG27 0EZ
National Highways Traffic Officers – Guest Presentation
Tuesday 17th March – 7:30pm
Sherfield on Loddon Village Hall (near A33, 5 miles before Basingstoke towards the M3)
Hall open from 7:00pm
We are delighted to welcome representatives from National Highways for a 45-minute presentation to RoSPA RoADAR Thames Valley Group.
This promises to be a fascinating insight into:
What National Highways actually does on the Strategic Road Network
What it does not do (and how it differs from the police and local authorities)
The legal powers of Traffic Officers
How incidents are managed on motorways and major A-roads
Red-X compliance, lane closures and live carriageway safety
Real-world operational experiences — including some interesting (and possibly humorous) stories from the network
As advanced drivers and riders, we regularly use the strategic road network and benefit from understanding the systems, procedures and safety measures that operate behind the scenes.
This is an excellent opportunity to deepen our knowledge, ask informed questions, and gain operational insight that directly enhances our own roadcraft and hazard awareness.
We encourage strong attendance — this is exactly the sort of professional engagement that strengthens our understanding and improves our standards.
Present

Social Rideout April 5th
2026-04-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom
Looking for a relaxed social ride packed with great roads, good coffee, and friendly company? Come along for our Progressive Loop Ride through Berkshire and Oxfordshire—a perfect blend of riding and social stops, designed for all confident road riders.
📅 Ride Plan
Total time: ~6 hours
Riding time: ~4 hours
Ride Leader: Brian
Start: Beaconsfield Services (M40 J2) @ 9AM
Pace: Progressive but smooth and social
🕣 Schedule
09:30 – Wheels rolling from Beaconsfield Services (M40 J2)
10:45 – Coffee stop at Hartwell Nurseries, west of Aylesbury
Fuel Stop (~75 miles) – Benson
13:00 – Lunch at the Spire & Spoke, Watlington
15:30 – Return to Beaconsfield Services
Expect a friendly atmosphere, flowing countryside routes, and plenty of chances to chat bikes over coffee and lunch. Whether you’re riding solo or bringing a mate, everyone’s welcome.
Come ride with us and make your Sunday unforgettable!

Annual General Meeting
2026-04-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall, Reading Rd, Sherfield on Loddon, Hook RG27 0EZ, UK, Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall, Reading Rd,, Sherfield on Loddon, RG27 0EZ
The Annual General Meeting for The RoSPA Thames Valley Group will be held at the Main Hall, Reading Rd, Sherfield Green, Sherfield on Loddon, Hook RG27 0EZ on Thursday 9th April 2026 commencing at 19:30Hrs. You are cordially invited to attend the meeting, and refreshments will be available from 19:00Hrs.
If you would like to know more about our committee or would be willing to stand for election for any of the posts listed below please let me know.
Chair Dominic Harte (NOMINATED)
Vice-Chair VACANCY
Secretary Dr Steve Moxey (VACANCY)
Treasurer Gerry Griffin
News Sheet Editor Gerry Griffin
Events & Social Secretary Gemma Allen (VACANCY)
Car Training Officer Dominic Harte
Motorcycle Training Officer Graham Knight
Membership Secretary Robin Carlyle
Webmaster Gemma Allen
Committee Member Dave Tomlinson
Committee Member Tony Parish
We welcome candidates for all of the committee positions, and particularly the Vice-Chair role. If anyone would like to stand for any of the committee posts, please email the Secretary, Steve Moxey, at secretary@roadartvg.org.uk and he will send you a nomination form to complete. Nomination forms must be returned no later than 20th March 2026.
We would love to hear your ideas and suggestions on how to get the best from the group. We always strive to provide the best possible range of events, support, information and promote friendship.
If you are planning to come to the AGM on 9th April it would help us to plan the numbers if you could let Steve know by email at secretary@roadartvg.org.uk .
Many thanks for your support.
David Tomlinson
You can access the Agenda and the minutes of the last AGM at the below links
RoSPA Thames Valley Group AGM Agenda 9th April 2026
RoSPA Thames Valley Group AGM Minutes Saturday 5th April 2025
A further information pack of reports is available below.
RoSPA TVG AGM Papers 2026

Social Rideout May 10th
2026-05-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom
Meet with full tanks at 0900 for an 0930 start at Honesty Dummer Down cafe (https://maps.app.goo.gl/FbdvoUXTpxc7o6pHA). First leg of 45 miles will head cross country to Cuckoo Cafe in Wilton (https://maps.app.goo.gl/UroG21P6dTX7ArmP6). We’ll aim to get there at 1045.
Leg 2 will run from there to our lunchtime stop at the Thimble Inn in Piddlehinton (https://thimbleinn.co.uk/). There’s a mid-leg comfort break som after about an hour’s riding and 40 miles in.
After lunch we head back towards Blanford Forum and Salisbury, finishing in Stockbridge at the White Hart. Leg 3 is about 65 milkes with a comfort and fuel stop at 25 miles (125 miles cumulatively since we departed Dummer Down).
The route is a mix of lanes and high speed sweepers. A bit gravelly in place with one or two technical stretches.
Lead is Tim Cuell.
Backmarker volunteers welcome.
Please RSVP so we can understand how many to expect

Social Rideout June 7th
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00 | The Maker Space, The Crown, Gangstown Hill, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 5SJ
The ride will begin at : The Maker Space at The Crown, Gangstown Hill, Henley-on-Thames RG9 5SJ
Fuel can be obtained at Nettlebed Service Station
https://maps.app.goo.gl/C8dk1wxk4rTuMdZV8?g_st=ic
Arrive at 9 am for a 9:40 start atThe Maker Space
Ride terminates at Revs Auto Cafe
Expect a progressive ride through mostly countryside dodging HS2, Aylesbury, Buckingham, and Banbury – but taking in Bledlow Ridge and Burton Dassett Hills Country Park on the way
Will arrive and stop for brunch at Turweston and afternoon drinks and snacks at Revs Cafes
For those who want to follow me back I will return to Marlow avoiding Oxford, via Bletchington, Islip, Stokenchurch and Lane End
Arriving at Marlow mid afternoon

Social Rideout July 5th
2026-07-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom

Social Rideout August 2nd
2026-08-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom

Social Rideout September 6th
2026-09-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom

Social Rideout October 4th
2026-10-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Honesty Cade, Dummer Down Ln, Dummer,, Basingstoke, RG25 2AR, United Kingdom
