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Simple Photography Tips - Boys Treasured Toys - Stars Appeal Charity Day -

  • Writer: Michael Blyth
    Michael Blyth
  • Jun 25
  • 2 min read

A delightful day touring Wiltshire in a Porsche 911 Targa - Simple photography tips - away day!




It was with great delight that I was able to accept an invitation to spend the day with my camera capturing some scenes from the Salisbury Hospital Stars Appeal Charity fundraising event - Boys Treasured Toys.


Not really a Simple Photography Tips sort of event, but I'll share some tips another time.


The day started at Wilton House where the cars were placed around the courtyard, before a breakfast and welcome from The Earl of Pembroke, President of the Appeal.



Historic Wilton House with a central fountain in front, surrounded by lush gardens. A colorful flag flies on a cloudy day, creating a serene mood.
Wilton House

Red convertible Mercedes exits ornate stone gate, license plate E483 GMX. Passengers appear content. Green foliage in the background.
Cars arriving Wilton House

A vintage green Land Rover drives through a stone archway with ornate iron gates, surrounded by trees and onlookers.
Cars arriving Wilton House

Smiling man in a gray sweater sits in a convertible car, looking back. Blurred green ivy and window in the background.
Happy arrival, anticipating breakfast

Classic cars line a gravel driveway in front ofWilton House historic building with ivy-covered stone walls, displaying license plates CGT 5H and R20 RJM.
Cars parked for breakfast - Wilton House



The Earl of Pembroke speaking indoors. Blurred background with posters. Casual and engaging mood.
Welcome by The Earl of Pembroke

The cars were split into two groups according to choice of route distance, and departed forthwith.


Cars line up on a gravel driveway before Wilton House archway. A red car in front bears the plate YP13 LVV. Lush greenery surrounds.
Departing Wilton House

I was blessed with a lift from Matt, whose surname I never got, but who was a charming host, and had a great time navigating badly while he piloted his Porche 911.


A black car speeds on a gravel road, kicking up dust. The license plate reads "W12 OKW." Trees line the road in the background.
Bentley arriving for luncheon


Classic cars displayed in a grassy lot; people walking around. Background of trees. A calm, sunny day. Text: Michael Blyth Photography.
Cars parked for luncheon

A woman and man walk outdoors, the woman holding drinks. He's wearing a cap. Parked cars and a large tree in the green background. Casual mood.
Picnic supplies

Luncheon was a picnic at the home of one of the supporters, with time to browse, both food and cars, along with an ice-cream kindly provided by our hosts.


People gathered in groups on a grassy field, socializing on a sunny day. Silver car with license plate J200CFS in the foreground.
Picnic




A group of people sitting on chairs in a grassy area, chatting and relaxing. The mood is casual and social, surrounded by lush greenery.
Picnic

Red vintage Porsche 356c in a grassy field under a cloudy sky. Green trees in the background. Calm, nostalgic scene.
Beauty


Classic green E-type Jaguar  parked on gravel, surrounded by other cars. Trees and cloudy sky in the background.
More Beauty



Close-up of a vintage car dashboard with a Jaeger speedometer, MG logo on the steering wheel, and a wooden panel. Elegant and classic design.
Detail of age


Close-up of a dark gray Ferrari  showing a yellow badge with a prancing horse emblem on the side. Blurred green background.
Modern detail

Departing North Wiltshire the cars headed back beyond Wilton to the Chalke Valley, dodging the Chalke History Festival traffic, to finish the day at Gurston Hill Climb.





Two classic red cars drive up a winding road on a sunny day. Grass borders the road. License plates: 960 XWB, MSX 308.
Gurston Hill Climb
A white Porsche  and two motorcycles drive on a winding rural road, framed by a tree. Green grass and trees line the path. Calm ambiance.
The long view

A red convertible Ferrari with two people, one waving hands joyfully. Sunny day, green foliage in the background. UK license plate visible.
Our friend and organiser

A wonderful day, which I sincerely hope raised a considearble sum for this wonderful charity.





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