News
November 2008 – New Assistant Club Director Behind The Wheel At Albemarle Motorsport
Former Asst Secretary of British Racing Drivers Club, James E. Beckett, joins Albemarle with a wealth of experience, knowledge and associations. Mr. Beckett plans to help deliver a world-class motor sport experience for the enthusiast, hobbyist and professional.
October 2008 – New Equestrian Director Takes The Reins At Albemarle Estate Recognized equestrian figure Mrs. Diane Monroe of Virginia Beach joins Albemarle as Equestrian Director. A life-long equestrian competitor and participant, Mrs. Monroe has achieved national ranking amongst the nation’s most accomplished competitors, competing in premier events such as The National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden and the Meadowlands as well as The Washington International, The Pennsylvania National and the Devon Horse Show near Philadelphia.
October 2008
The Albemarle team met at Clark Nexsen offices to discuss further program development at Albemarle Estate focusing on the attractions for future corporate conferences, parties, teambuilding events, product launches, weddings, and executive meetings.
September 2008
An upscale tailgate party at the 21st Annual Virginia Beach Polo Club (VBPC) Benefit "Chukkers for Charity” was held along the rails for families of those involved with Albemarle Estate. Donned in fancy hats, all involved stomped down divots and enjoyed the action as the VBPC took on the British Forces Foundation. Horses, vintage motor cars, and an authentic aerial flyby set the perfect tone for what all foresee as an everyday experience soon to be available at the Albemarle Estate. Special thanks to everyone who came out to join us!
August 2008 – Albemarle Moves Forward On Several Southern Chespeake Sites
The Albemarle development company has approved a number of sites in southern Chesapeake, and is moving forward on plans to break ground Spring of 2009. Each of the potential sites is convenient to other Chesapeake leisure, cultural, and historic attractions and provides easy access just minutes from central Chesapeake’s I-64 on Rt. 17 South. City officials, including the Chesapeake’s leadership and council members have been given the opportunity to review the development’s project and site plan and are enthusiastic about the facility.
July 2008 – Special Guests of English Sporting Events
On invitation from the former Secretary of the British Racing Drivers Club Rear Admiral Roger Lane-Nott the principles of Albemarle development company traversed the Atlantic this past July to attend legendary sporting events north of London England. Lane-Nott is a long-time supporter of the Albemarle Estate and has accepted the venue’s leading position as Club Director.
Upcoming Events
Albemarle Classic
Tentatively scheduled Fall 2009
Drift back in time - to an era not so long ago - where men sporting fedoras and women in soft silky scarves enjoyed long leisurely drives through the countryside. The Albemarle Classic is a sporting and social event that celebrates the glorious automobiles of yesteryear. A classic car collectors´ dream, there are plenty of magnificent motorcars to ooh and ah over and enough motor sport entertainment to keep the entire family entertained for a fun afternoon.
Albemarle Equestrian Festival
Dates Pending
The Albemarle Equestrian Festival may host events such as dressage competitions, hunter/jumper horse shows, three-day events and polo matches. The multi-functional facilities and the wide-open countryside may make Albemarle a crown jewel for equestrian programs throughout the Southeast.
Albemarle Holiday Gala
Tentatively scheduled Christmas 2009
Albemarle Estate invites members and their guests to "wine and dine" in style at the Albemarle Holiday Gala. Elegant and inviting, this annual event brings together those that share a love for classic sport and social entertaining in celebration of the warmth and wonder of the season.
News Archive
March 2008
Albemarle Estate´s planning and marketing efforts have taken a giant leap forward, and the development is now in position to bring new investors on board. Planning sessions are scheduled and the stage is being set for more concrete signs of Albemarle's groundbreaking development.
January 2008
Town Center City Club welcomes Albemarle Estate. Ms. Barbara Lewis and her talented staff are encouraged by Albemarle's progress and are providing display space for the estate´s development and club information within the Town Center City Club´s reception area. For more information visit: www.towncentercityclub.com
February 2007
Engineering Team welcomes Albemarle Estate™
The capable and experienced team of professionals at Clark Nexsen sign on to assist with the Albemarle Estate development. See more of these experts at: www.clarknexsen.com
September 2006 – World Famous Sporting Images
Offered For Clubhouse
The curator for world-renowned photographer Julian P. Graham
of Monterey, Calif., offers classic social and sporting images
to Albemarle’s clubhouse art gallery. Mr. Graham’s
wife was the creator of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
in 1950. See more at: www.loonhill.com Monterey, California.
August 2006 – Meeting With Polo Leadership Yields
Great Results
Albemarle leadership travels to the Big Apple to meet with
senior management at the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation. Polo
RL expresses interest in sponsorship opportunities, as well
as specialty retail shops in Albemarle Estate.
August 2006 – More Big Hitters Weigh In On Albemarle
Estates
Mr. Brian Redman, three-time U.S. 5000 Champion, three-time
Daytona 24 Hours winner, and two-time Nurburgring 1,000K winner,
meets with and tells Albemarle leadership that the Albemarle
Estate concept and business plan is first-class. See more of
Mr. Redman at: www.gorace.com
August 2006 – Motor Racing Legends Hint That 2008 Visit & Race
Likely
Motor Racing Legends chairman Mr. Duncan Wiltshire of Suffolk,
England, advises Albemarle principals that they are looking
at Albemarle Estate as a potential venue for a 2008 weekend
meeting and exhibition race. Mr. Wiltshire says many of his
colleagues would be very eager to “cross the pond” with
their families and machines for a weekend of socials and racing.
See more at: www.motorracinglegends.com
July 2006 – Grand Prix World Series Exhibition
Racing Eyes Albemarle Venue
Grand Prix Masters, Ltd., headquartered in Berkshire, England,
says it is tentatively looking at Albemarle for a 2008 weekend
event. Stay tuned for updates. See more at: www.gpmasters.com
June 2006 – Recognized Motor Sport Figure joins
Albemarle as Director
Albemarle principals announce that Rear Admiral Roger Lane-Nott
of Northampton, England, will serve as an Albemarle Director.
Admiral Lane-Nott is the former Club Secretary of the British
Racing Drivers Club and the Silverstone Circuit, and the former
Race & Safety Director for Formula One racing. He will
bring a wealth of motor sport experience and international
relations to Albemarle. www.brdc.co.uk
May 2006 – World Class Designer To Lend Talent
Albemarle principals successfully sway the Albemarle Estate
to Ms. Jeannine Oppewall, an Oscar-nominated production designer
for Universal Studios in Los Angeles, Calif. Seeing its potential
as a bright star on the East Coast, Ms. Oppewall offers a
design hand with the project. Ms. Oppewall is best known
for her work on the movies Seabiscuit, Bridges of Madison
County, Pleasantville, and L.A. Confidential. See her work
at: www.seabiscuitmovie.com
September 2005 – Marketing and Public Relations
Pros Identified
Albemarle Estate & Motor Sport Club identifies its marketing
and public relations agencies. Rourk Public Relations, Harness
Media and VisionEFX begin the initial rollout of the Albemarle
Estate with a dynamic Web site, investor information brief,
and a media plan.
September 2004 – Albemarle Founders Invited
To England
Albemarle founders are invited by Alan and Desire’ Wilson
of the internationally recognized Wilson Motorsport, Inc.,
to the 2004 “Goodwood Revival” in Sussex County,
England, for a fantastic weekend of classic racing and socials.
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