Taking my 2 Litre Vitesse to the Suffolk home of one of the 20th century's greatest humanitarians.

Join me in "Tess" as we explore the Suffolk Stour Valley, through the beautiful village of Boxford, the ancient market town of Sudbury (home of Thos. Gainsborough) and on to Cavendish the home and resting place of my all time personal Hero and Humanitarian: a towering figure of the 20th century whose work helped to inspire me to change my life. Also a suggested venue for a subscriber meet up and drive on June 15th 2024. (see the comments section)

[@seanhumfrey]

One or two of my lovely subscribers have suggested an informal meet up and drive. If you would like to join me for a drive through some beautiful Suffolk countryside, I am planning to do a trip from Stonham Barns, Stonham Aspall IP14 6AT to Dunwich, Flora Cafe (the beach side café/fish and chips) IP17 3ENon Saturday 15th June 2024, leaving Stonham Barns at 10.30 am. Please email me if you would like join me in this drive. Sean. [e-mail]

[@lordleonusa]

Another interesting video. Suffolk has so much to offer, such a rich history..

[@philipwardle6820]

Great to see Tess enjoyng her tour around Suffolk, thanks for sharing. Interesting to hear your perspectives on the life of Group Captain Leonard Cheshire VC. My childhood friend from first going to school had a degenerative neurological disease, believed to be as a result of catching a virus when he was six months old. He died in his early 40s, but latterly resided at a Cheshire Home where was able to live life to the full. Over the time I was visiting I came to know many of the other residents and staff. It was clear to me that the whole ethos of the organisation was down to one man's amazing ability to lead by example, always in the most sensitive and caring way.

[@seanhumfrey]

What a wonderful testimony Philip. You may know that Leonard himself died from Motor Neurone Disease, but he saw it as yet another way to connect with those he sought to help throughout his life. I just wish there were men of his character and stature in public life today.

[@chunkyleejones3831]

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[@roatavator]

Excellent video as ever Sean. I remember learning about Leonard Cheshire at school, a truly great man. I can well understand the impact he has had on you. Beautiful Boxford is another place I’m going to have to visit, you’ve got a lot to answer for! Peter

[@seanhumfrey]

Thanks Peter. Every time I drive to one of these villages, I pass three more that I think I ought to film. The highways and byways await you. 😀

[@mikeparsons2353]

What a heartfelt and heartwarming video, after my illness I rely on carers to help my life function as near normal as possible, I could not live any quality of life without them, they are unsung heroes and you Sean are a special man

[@seanhumfrey]

Thank you Mike for your lovely comment. I am so glad that you have people to support you ♥️

[@lordleonusa]

Watching you driving your Vitesse around those lovely villages reminds me of exactly how perfect these relatively unassuming, and often overlooked British classics really are. Still ideally suited for doing exactly what they were designed for after all these years.

[@seanhumfrey]

I really agree Leon. It does feel like some things have become unnecessarily complicated. They have certainly become unnecessarily large!

[@lordleonusa]

I hope you have a great time on 15th June, I will be flying the Vitesse flag at our local classic and hot rod show with another 600 or so cars. Albeit 8 hours after you!

[@seanhumfrey]

Thanks Leon, I hope you are able to take lots of photos of your event. It sounds like quite a show. How many Sports Sixes do you think you will see?

[@lordleonusa]

@seanhumfrey Exactly, precisely zero. I've seen Spitfires, a TR6, and a Herald 13/60 that I partly helped with the restoration. That car came from Bermuda, it was restored locally and soon went off to Colorado and then down to Los Angeles!