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Callum Designs Factory Tour | Warwick

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What an extraordinary day we recently shared—one that truly underscored the exclusivity and prestige of being a Four Marks Supercar Club member. We were deeply honoured to accept a rare and truly privileged invitation to visit the renowned CALLUM Designs studio and, better yet, meet the legendary Sir Ian Callum himself!

The day began in true Four Marks style: a magnificent meet-up of our supercars followed by a fantastic private reserved lunch. The sight of our cars, granted dedicated reserved parking, was the perfect overture to the main event. Post-lunch, we made our way to the studio. For those unfamiliar with design royalty, Sir Ian Callum is one of the most influential automotive designers of the last fifty years.

He is the creative force responsible for penning some of the most iconic and beloved sports cars of our time, including the Aston Martin DB9, the original Aston Martin Vanquish, and the ground-breaking Jaguar F-Type. Seeing the vehicles he designed lined up outside his studio added another dimension to the experience entirely.

Sir Ian Callum’s storied design career began after graduating from the Royal College of Art, leading him through several influential roles that defined modern automotive aesthetics. His early work at Ford Design in the 1980s saw him contribute to cars like the Escort RS Cosworth and the seminal Ghia Via concept, but his profile truly soared during his tenure at TWR (Tom Walkinshaw Racing) Design in the 1990s.

Here, he was responsible for legendary vehicles such as the Aston Martin DB7, which is widely credited with revitalising the entire Aston Martin brand. He followed this success with the muscular Aston Martin Vanquish and the smaller, critically acclaimed Jaguar XK (X150), establishing himself as a designer capable of blending classic British elegance with aggressive, contemporary style.

The defining chapter of his career came when he took on the role of Director of Design at Jaguar in 1999. Over two decades, Callum led the total transformation of the Jaguar design language, moving the brand away from retro styling and into the modern era. His influence is visible in almost every Jaguar produced since then, most notably the stunning XF saloon, the powerful XJ luxury sedan, and, perhaps his most famous creation, the beautifully proportioned F-Type sports car.

Since retiring from Jaguar in 2019, Sir Ian has founded his own design and engineering consultancy, CALLUM Designs, where he and his team continue to push boundaries, creating bespoke projects, innovative products, and further cementing his legacy as a titan of British design.

The visit inside the studio was an absolute masterclass in automotive artistry and engineering. Sir Ian and his talented team welcomed us warmly, discussing design philosophy and future projects. NDAs signed and no photos inside the design studio of course means no juicy inside photos we’re afraid.

The highlight for many members was truly personal: Sir Ian graciously took the time to hand-sign several of the members’ cars that he had previously designed, turning already valuable vehicles into irreplaceable pieces of motoring history.

As if that wasn’t enough, two incredibly lucky members won a gorgeous Mulberry bag, and another walked away with a highly sought-after special edition whiskey in on-the-spot competition.

The camaraderie was fantastic, and the day was a huge success, culminating in a truly exciting piece of news: Ian and his team have enjoyed our visit so much that they have already extended an invitation for us to return in 2026! If you’d like to be involved in these rare, money-can’t-buy, and truly exclusive events—the kind of opportunities you simply won’t find anywhere else—then you need to be a Full Member.

Don’t wait for the next recap; join our exclusive club whilst there are still places available and secure your pass to next year’s premium calendar!

Thanks to

A huge thanks to Sir Ian Callum and his team for the invitation and hospitality on the day.

As always, a big thanks to the events team that arranged the day including the lunch and reserved parking.

To Michael Guy, our official club photographer, who captured the event in his wonderful photography.

Social Media Stories

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Galleries

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Michael Guy Photography Gallery

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Close-up view of a red engine component with a signature, showcasing the intricate design and engineering details.
A lineup of supercars parked, featuring a red Corvette, Lotus, and several sleek sports cars, set against a backdrop of autumn trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A white Porsche 911 and a green Lotus parked together in a car park surrounded by trees and other vehicles under a partly cloudy sky.
A lineup of supercars including a red Ferrari, an orange McLaren, and a black Ferrari parked at a scenic location under a partly cloudy sky.
A lineup of luxury supercars parked outdoors, showcasing a variety of colors and models against a backdrop of trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A gathering of supercars parked outside a building, with people socializing and interacting. The scene captures a vibrant automotive community atmosphere.
A line of luxury supercars parked outside a building, with individuals chatting nearby.
A vibrant lineup of luxury supercars in various colors parked outside a modern building with large signage.
Line of luxury supercars parked outside a building with the sign 'VACS EUROPE', featuring a black Aston Martin, a white Porsche, and several other colorful vehicles, while club members gather nearby.
A gathering of supercars, including a black Aston Martin and a white Porsche, parked outside a warehouse, with a group of people socializing in the background.
A red sports car parked in front of a building with a blue door and signs for COMPRESSORtech, alongside a white sports car.
A group of people gathered around two supercars, one blue and one black, in front of a garage with a large door. The individuals appear to be engaged in conversation, inspecting the vehicles.
Group of car enthusiasts gathered around a blue supercar with its hood open, discussing details. A modern building and another car visible in the background.
A group of four men gathered around a blue supercar with its hood open, discussing its features outside a garage, with a few cars parked in the background.
Group of people socializing among luxury cars in a parking lot, discussing plans for a driving event.
A lineup of several supercars including a black GT, a silver Porsche, and a red Ferrari parked outside a building labeled 'Budbrooke Point'.
Two men engage in conversation near a lineup of supercars outside a garage, with a blue door in the background.
A group of car enthusiasts inspecting the engine of a supercar in a parking area, with one person looking closely under the hood.
A man examines the engine of a car, standing in front of an open hood. Other attendees are visible in the background, including a person with glasses and another man in a blue shirt.
Two men smiling and posing together, one holding a pen and standing next to a car with its hood open, in a casual outdoor setting.
Close-up shot of a car's interior panel featuring a prominent signature.
Two men engaged in conversation outside a garage, with a red sports car and an orange supercar visible in the background.
An older gentleman is seen marking something on the inside of the door frame of a red supercar, while other colorful sports cars are parked in the background.
A person's hand holding a black marker, writing on the door frame of a red supercar, with an airbag warning sticker visible nearby.
Two men smiling and interacting while examining a car door at a car event.
Close-up of the interior of a red sports car showing a seatbelt and a signed panel.

Greg G Photography Gallery

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A lineup of supercars parked at an event, featuring a black McLaren in the foreground and several other colorful sports cars behind it.
A lineup of luxury supercars including a Maserati, McLaren, and Aston Martin parked in a sunny outdoor setting with blue skies and clouds in the background.
A close-up view of two supercars parked on a tree-lined road during the Three Counties Drive event, showcasing autumn foliage in the background.
Group photo of members from the Four Marks Supercar Club gathered inside a modern venue, smiling and posing together.
Group photo of members of the Four Marks Supercar Club, posing together in an indoor setting with a model car displayed prominently.
A sleek black convertible sports car driving on an open road surrounded by colorful autumn trees.
A close-up view of a side mirror reflecting a scenic sunset with a road in the background, featuring trees and clouds
A gathering of supercars, including a black Ferrari, parked in front of a building with people socializing in the background.
Group of people gathered outside the Callum establishment, with one person speaking to the audience.
Group of people enjoying a meal together at a long table with plates of food and drinks in a cozy restaurant setting.
Group of people enjoying lunch together in a cozy restaurant, with plates of food and drinks on the table.
Group of attendees enjoying a meal together at a rustic restaurant, surrounded by wooden decor and large windows, during the Three Counties Drive event.
A group of people dining together in a cozy restaurant setting, engaged in conversation over a shared meal.
A lineup of supercars parked along a scenic road, surrounded by trees under a partly cloudy sky.

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