Secrets of Aston Martin are exposed at new exhibition at Warwickshire museum

The Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon has opened its Aston Martin - A Century of Craftsmanship display, which takes visitors behind the scenes of the story of the marque’s first 100 years and the craftsmanship involved in making the iconic cars.

The exhibition features material from the collection of Roger Stowers, Aston Martin’s former historian. The collection was donated to the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust by Aston Martin Lagonda Limited in 2001.

The display takes a fresh look at Aston Martin’s history through its long tradition of craftsmanship, giving viewers a chance to see unique documents and photographs, some of which have not been publically available until now. There is also a display of cars which will change throughout the exhibition, which runs until December 2014.

Admission to the exhibition is included within the standard museum entry fees. For details, call 641188 or visit www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

The exhibition project was awarded a grant by the Heritage Lottery Fund and also supported by Aston Martin Lagonda and the Aston Martin Heritage Trust.