BBC Top Gear Magazine

home of iconic automobile­s

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Tollerton, a South Nottingham­shire green belt village, includes a church, school, airfeld, four shops and the historic estate of Tollerton Hall, which appeared in the Domesday Book in 1086.

From then it passed through just three family dynasties until ceasing to be a private house in 1929, after which it became briefy a residentia­l country club, then a training college for congregati­onal ministers. During the Second War it was used by the army, the RAF, American airmen and, fnally, as a camp for Italian prisoners of war. Thereafter it served as a Roman Catholic seminary - St Hugh’s College - which closed in 1987.

Recently extensivel­y refurbishe­d and reborn as a family residence, Tollerton Hall is now home to Ian Kershaw, co-founder of

Kaaimans Internatio­nal - an exclusive, highend boutique car dealership. The business - which evolved from Ian’s spectacula­r private collection of rare marques - is managed and co-owned by Gary Tolson, a specialist with many years’ experience in the high-end motor industry.

Kaaimans Internatio­nal now sells the world’s most desirable cars, presenting an eclectic range of truly ‘iconic automobile­s’.

The Kaaimans area of the property constitute­d the very frst part of the major refurbishm­ent project. Set in 117 acres of farm and woodland, the showroom has space for up to 20 cars and storage for a further 50. With many of the vehicles available valued in the millions, Tollerton Hall is now truly a destinatio­n for serious car enthusiast­s.

Viewings are by appointmen­t only, so contact Gary or Ian on 01949 833288 to arrange a visit to the most unique car showroom in the country.

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