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1 East Sussex Centre Editor: Kath Winborn Winter They are there for anyone affected by dementia, and As I write this letter today, do everything they can to it is a brisk sunny winter keep people with day mid-december. dementia connected to Those of you who their lives and the people attended the Christmas who matter most. We will Party Rally, I hope you be collecting at Rallies enjoyed our panto, I throughout the year, with liked being fairy the bucket or box, also godmother made a occasionally something change not to be the will be organised to take wicked witch. part in. When you read this The Society also recycle Christmas will be over and the New foreign coins, so if you have any odd Year Rally starting. So I hope you had foreign coinage lying around please a brilliant Christmas and for those who bag it up and let me have it to send in. could not join us for the New Year Next year we have a spring ½-term Rally, I hope your New Year was a holiday down in the New Forest area, good one. And we look forward to a this will now be held at a Shorefield good Rallying Year in site The Forest Edge, near Ringwood, For those of you who missed the with access to all the amenities at Dinner Dance once again it was an Oakdean site, a short walk away, this excellent evening at Barnsgate Manor. is a limited rally, so book in soon. Please remember to book in for next We have a few new sites in the year, I know that some may think it s programme next year, Amhurst Nr, a bit expensive, but for all that you get Ashford for Easter, Sussex Farm in included in the price it s excellent Partridge Green and the Old Dairy in value for money, if we were to go Furners Green, as well as returning to somewhere else it could cost a lot some old favourites. more, with site fees and possibly We are also holding a Summer Fest travelling to a venue for the Dinner. rally at White House Farm over the Some of you will have seen that we August Bank-Holiday weekend, this are collecting for the Alzheimer s I m sure will be of the high standard as Society this year, as the Chairman s our previous Fest rallies and Charity. At the Alzheimer's Society, something not to be missed. There they believe passionately that life will be lots of entertainment for you, doesn't end when dementia begins. including tastes from around the world, a Cream Tea, a Fun Dog Show so as they say Watch this Space. Bob & I hope to see you all out on rallies in Thank you In this issue Chairman s Chat Rally Reports Caravanning Shows Diary Centre Notice Board Rally Adverts including Summer Fest Rally Snippets of the Minutes Watch out for changes to Rally Details 1

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3 Note from the Newsletter Editor Happy 2016 Everyone wow that came round quick, where does the time go? As I write this, I have taken a moment to reflect back on our motorhoming in 2015, but also look forward to next year s adventures too. In rallying terms, we didn t get a chance to run our own rally in This was because, as I have may have said before, I only get a few weekends off due to working shift work, and for the year there were no rallies available to run on the list which occurred on any of my weekends off. I must say, I did miss organising some entertainment for everyone, but that said we all still enjoyed the entertainment provided on one s we did do - and I was able, once more to reveal my less serious self when unleashing the toilet rolls in the panto song! Jo literally had a ball playing Cinderella too. Whilst we couldn t attend all the ESCC rallies this year, we were able to have a bash at a couple of other Centre s rallies, as they were available when I had some time off. We had a lovely time in South Wales and Devon - two sites I will be recommending to the Rally Sec as they would be very suitable for our centre. I got in quick with the rally board and making up for last year by volunteering for two rallies in As I complete this newsletter and enter into January, my thoughts and efforts will be to sort out the quizzing material for our first rally, which Steve and I hope many of you will be able to attend and have fun with. If I can also take a moment to make a request for your comments and any contributions for the newsletter. It doesn t have to be an essay; even a couple of lines will do to say what you enjoyed about a rally you ve been on - you could even send me a text! Whatever you get up to this year in your vans, just make sue you are able to.keep Calm and Rally on Newsletter Publication Dates SPRING published for Easter Rally latest input early March 2016 SUMMER published for 1st rally in July latest input mid June AUTUMN published for Nominations latest input Late August WINTER published for New Year latest input early Dec Rally Site Speed Limit Please remember that in the interest of everyone s safety, the vehicle speed limit on a rally site is 5mph. All ralliers and visitors are expected to follow this limit. 5 3

4 Rally Reports & Members Comments Nominations at Royhill Wood - September lot of thought, effort and hard work into the whole weekend. Our grand daughter and her friend also enjoyed them selves, so much so I have joined your centre. Dinner Dance at Barnsgate Manor Vineyard - November From Steve Hornsby (photos supplied): Dinner Dance Barnsgate. If you re not here you missed a great meal and evening. There were fun and games abound (including lots of drinking) going on at Nominations, if the pictures are anything to go by! Julie Maslin said: It was a fun weekend at Nominations, Royhill Wood. A message sent to Rally Officer Sharon Fuller from first time rallier, Diane, Thank you so much for making us welcome at the weekend, it was clear that you and the other rally officers put a AGM at Willingdon - October Comment from Jon Beer; Sue and I have just returned from the AGM Rally, which was the first we attended since we rejoined the centre after a five year gap. We would like to thank all past and future friends for the warm welcome we received and look forward to meeting up again very soon. Joyce Gosling said, Thanks to all involved in organising a great evening. Good food, good venue, good company, and very good value for money. To which Sarah Brooks replied, I ll second that. The sea bass was wonderful. Plenty of dancing too. 4

5 Over the weekend there was a smattering of snow. Sarah Brooks provided a photo and said Was this the first Blue Nose Dinner Dance Rally?.and according to the ensuing Facebook debate it wasn t! some sort of performance amid the mayhem caused by the ugly sister, the dog and the magic wands previously owned by Nevile Longbottom. From Sarah Brooks. Twelve Days of Christmas Rally - December Panto time.it was hard to tell who enjoyed them selves more the cast or the (unsuspecting) audience! Thanks to Carole, Rod, Maisie and Gerry for a brilliant evening at the Christmas Party rally. The pantomime was hilarious, and well done for Louis and Jo for keeping Joyce Gosling replied, Totally second all of this - thanks everybody. Sue Hornsby said, What a great party, thanks to Carole, Rod, Jack, Maisie and Gerry....and no panto is complete without a song...so the cast assisted in delivering Kath Winborn s ESCC version of A Twelve Days of Christmas, and for those of you who missed it (or couldn t hear it!)...the lines were (in summary): 12 months of rallying, 11 tent pegs, 10 party balloons, 9 rashers of bacon, 8 tea towels, 7 washing-up sponges, 6 plastic beakers, 5 toilet rolls, 4 levelling blocks, 3 rally fleeces, 2 aquarolls...and a tent that was made to sleep three. Please note the following changes to the 2016 Rally Book: Noggin n Natter 16 th January Change of Lead Rally Officer Please send your bookings for this event to:- Mrs C. Warren, Little Acorns, 68 Parkstone Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2NT. Tel: Mob: bunnycarole53@gmail.com Blue Nose Rally - The contact for rally officers Barry & Kim has changed, it is now: bazkim142@gmail.com 5

6 CENTRE NOTICEBOARD Important Notice In the interest of safety please place a Fire Bucket (Red if possible) full of water outside your caravan on Rallies. In the event of a fire, these buckets would be our 1st line of defence and may help save someone s caravan Please Note:- To assist in keeping the cost of rallies down, if you book into a rally and find that you that you cannot attend, please notify the Rally Officers at the earliest opportunity, to avoid money being spent on your behalf. Short notice or non-attendance will result in a charge for administration and entertainment. REMEMBER Nominations for Officers and Committee can only be made by Centre Members. Only Centre Members can vote or talk at the AGM. Centre membership is renewable annually - it is NOT automatic. Remember to re-register via the Club s website when your Club Membership is renewed. Spring ½-term Holiday Rally - Due to the Cancellation of our Rally at Bashley Caravan Park, New Milton please note the following new rally book details for the Rally: Rally 1167: Spring ½-Term Holiday Booked Dates: 13 th 20 February 2016 MR: SU Location: Forest Edge Holiday Park, Ringwood Postcode: BH24 2SD We are here by kind permission of Shorefields Holiday Park Directions: Programme: Travelling east on A27 follow signs to Portsmouth continue onto M27, continue on to A31 past Ringwood. Site on Left at Boundry Lane R/Bout, turn left into Boundry Lane site entrance on left. Watch for Centre signs. Join us for this Spring ½-Term break in this popular area of the New Forest, this a commercial site that is a short walk from Oakdean Park where we also have the use of all the amenities. There is lots to see and do in this area. See Winter Newsletter and website for more details. Rally Fees: VAT (Inc. Admin) minimum Stay 3 nights. Extra nights VAT Entertainment Fee additional see Centre Rally Rules 1 & 2 Rally Officers: Slips to: Helen Hornsby (1 st contact) Helen Hornsby Sue & Malcolm Jones (2 nd contact) 9 Tuxford Close 1 st contact Mob: Maidenbower, Crawley 2 nd contact Tel: Mob: West Sussex RH10 7JX 6

7 Noggin n Natter 16th January 2016 This will be held at Pevensey Memorial Hall. The evening will begin at 7pm. The cost is 4.50 per adult and 2.25 per child - to be paid with booking slip. Please bring plates, bowls and cutlery, plus any drinks you may require. Look forward to seeing you there...a good night to catch up with everyone. Your hosts are Carole & Rod Warren with grandson Jack, and Margaret Viney Slips and payment to: Carole & Rod Warren (I know, the wrong Noggin!) Blue Nose Rally 29th to 31st January Whitehouse Farm, Uckfield Join us at Whitehouse Farm for a Winter Warmer weekend. Weather permitting we invite you to join us for a walk and perhaps a beverage en-route. We plan to eat out at a local pub/restaurant on Saturday evening. Rally Limited to 16 vans. Rally can be extended to five noghts Your Rally Officers are: Kim Colbran & Barry Mcleod and Cathy & Phil Grant 7

8 Come and celebrate the Centre s Birthday. A two course meal will be provided Your Rally Officers are Maisie & Gerry Bennett and Carole & Rod Warren Willingdon Community School 11 th - 13 th March 8

9 Join us at this lovely new site in Ruckinge, near Ashford in Kent, for Breakfast at Tiffany s and Tea at the Ritz, so dress to impress! Also, Easter Bonnet competitions, some fun and games and of course the Easter Egg hunt for the children. Tony and Jennie Beaney are the site owners and members of the East Kent Centre of the Caravan Club. The site overlooks Romney Marsh and is on a gentle slope. So remember your levelling blocks. Local attractions include The Royal Military Canal, Leeds Castle, Biddenden Vineyards, Port Lympne & Howletts wild life parks, The Rare Breeds Centre and Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. Nearby are Canterbury, the Ashford Designer Outlet, Tenterden, Folkestone and many other places of interest. Your Easter Rally Officers are Sue & Steve Hornsby and Sue & Graham Smith The rally is limited to 35 vans so early booking is advised. Slips to Steve & Sue Hornsby, or book online The Youth Section Tuck Shop The tuck shop will normally be available on most rallies. If you wish to make sure it is available on your rally, please let Youth Liaison Officer, Carole Warren know, so that arrangements can be made to bring it along.

10 Oi - Shhh!!! Remember - Think of others between 11pm and 8am. When rallying, especially during the summer months, please think of others who may go to bed at a sensible time. This does not mean that all activities have to stop at 11pm, just keep any noise to a minimum. Also, please be considerate in the morning. People come on rallies to relax so please keep noise to a minimum before 8am. Dog Owners Please Note Dogs are more than welcome at East Sussex Rallies, but please ensure that they are on a lead while on the rally site. Also, please scoop if they poop. Thank You. If your picture is chosen for next year s Rally Book Cover, you will win a voucher for a FREE RALLY for a normal weekend rally. There is a further prize if the picture wins the Club Competition too. The picture needs to be a typical East Sussex scene, or compilation of pictures, or from an East Sussex Rally Get Snapping and let the Centre Secretary have your entry by the end of August. The Committee will decide the winner at the September Committee Meeting. 10

11 Come and join your Rally Officer, Kath & Steve Winborn, accompanied by Celia & Peter Thripp at Stairs Farm. On Saturday morning, we shall arrange a walk, suitable for all ages in the superb Pooh Bear Country...and also..if you remember 80's catchphrases such as 'Can I have a 'P' please Bob?', 'Our survey said..uh Uhhh' and ' I'm the leader of the pack which makes me such a lucky jack. And here they are, they're so appealing, OK dollies, do your dealing'..then you're in for a superb treat on Saturday night when we will be seeking to replicate those three TV Game Show greats with you as the lucky contestants! Rally slips to Kath Winborn Bangers and Mash and a quiz with a difference, organised by your Rally Officers, Anne & Alan Pitchforth and Jean & Mick Ayling 11

12 Special Booking Form available in this newsletter 12

13 Surname : Full address and post code: First Names: Centre: CC Membership No: address: Home Telephone No: Mobile No: Vehicle Registration No: Caravan or Motor Home? Approx Length: Is this your first rally? YES/NO Approx time of Arrival : Single / Twin Axle? Pitch Fee for Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights Incl VAT* Administration fee 3.60 per outfit including VAT* Rally Plaque Required? YES/NO Blue Badge Holder YES/NO (A) Total Pitch Fee Adult Entertainment Fee Incl VAT* Child years Entertainment Fee Incl VAT* 6.00 Child 5 11 years Entertainment Fee Incl VAT* 4.00 (B) Total Entertainment Fee * VAT at 20% I agree to be responsible for any expenses incurred on my behalf. Signed Dated Please Post Completed Form with your 10 Deposit cheque to:- Details from Rally Secretary or Hon. Secretary 13 (A+B) Total Rally Cost Less 10 non-returnable deposit payable to The Caravan Club East Sussex Centre PAYABLE ON BOOKING OUTSTANDING BALANCE TO BE PAID BY 1 st August 2016

14 New Members The East Sussex Centre would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new Centre Members we look forward to seeing them on the rally field soon if you already know them, get them out on the field!!! Mr Brisley & Mrs Shearer Mr & Mrs Broomhead Mr Jackson Mr & Mrs Kennard Mrs McCallum Mr & Mrs Pearce Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Foote Mr Hull Mr & Mrs Moore Mr & Mrs Samuels Mr & Mrs Tatton Mr & Mrs Wimshurst Mr & Mrs Corbett Mr & Mrs Driver Mr & Mrs Gravatt Mr & Mrs Hamilton Mr & Mrs Harris Mr Lovell Mr & Mrs Pickering Mr Vicarey Mr Smith & Mr Bagnall Ms Clarke & Ms West Mr Danby Mr & Mrs Ford Mr & Mrs Grice Hastings Uckfield Uckfield Eastbourne Lewes Heathfield Battle Horam Emsworth Hove Bexhill Leek Hartfield Newhaven Eastbourne Hailsham Hailsham St Leonards Netherfield Hailsham Rye Horley Hastings Seaford Peasmarsh Hove Mr & Mrs Grimmon Pevensey Mr & Mrs Pelling Bexhill Mr & Mrs Reading Brighton Mr & Mrs Standen St Leonards Mr Uwins Lancing Mr Anchor & Ms Stanley Worthing Mr & Mrs Elliott Cranbrook Mr Ward Brighton Mr & Mrs Marshall Eastbourne Mr Anthony & Miss Seymour Twickenham Mr & Mrs Russell St Leonards Mr & Mrs Lindsay Catsfield Mr & Mrs Bennett London Ms Chamberlain Brighton Mr & Mrs Davis Peacehaven Mr & Mrs Gane Battle Mr Ruddick & Ms Snelling Stoke on Trent Mr & Mrs Jordan Erith Mr & Mrs Cottingham Horley Mr & Mrs Cutten Hove Mr Depper & Miss Morgan Brighton Mr & Mrs Eagle Lewes Mr & Mrs Gibbard Norwich Mr & Mrs Knight Hove Mr Swansborough Bordon Mr & Mrs Tyrrell-Curtis Bexhill Mr Shepherd & Mrs Whittaker Heathfield Mr & Mrs Boddy Crowborough Mr & Mrs Rawlins Crowborough Mr & Mrs Mepham Crowborough Mr Del- Prado & Ms Barguine Unknown A Message from the Treasurer to all Rally Officers Even if one of your rally attendees only wishes to stay for one night at your weekend rally you are running, there is a requirement for the member to pay for both nights. Their envelope and their payment should reflect this. Unfortunately, we cannot discount prices on a weekend rally. Please feel free to ask, if you need any help with your rally accounts, I am here to help. Thank you, Malcolm Jones 14

15 East Sussex Catering Equipment The committee have responsibility for all the ESCC Catering Equipment, and thought it would be a good time to remind you of what is available for rallies and socials. Listed below are the various items of catering equipment available for your use, so please let the committee know what you need at least a month before your rally, so we can ensure you get the kit you require. Additionally, we have been donated a quantity of Plastic glasses and Polystyrene Cups, please let the committee know if you can use these on your rally. 2 Electric Urns New 26 litres - Old 18 litres 2 Gas Urns New 27 litres - Old 18 litres 1 Gas Urn Table 2 Bottles of Propane Gas, 6 kg each 1 Large Deep Colander (40 cm diameter) 1 Medium Colander (32 cm diameter) Billy Cans (14 litres each) 2 Large Saucepans (12 litres each) 4 Smaller Saucepans (4 litres each) 1 Large Stock Pot (25 litres) 1 Twin Gas Burner 1 Low Metal Table (required if gas burner used) 1 Large Metal Teapots 1 Rally Tea & Coffee Box (passed from rally to rally and must be replenished as necessary) Caravanning & Motorhome && Shows Show Diary Diary Note: details are subject to change - please visit show websites in advance for up-to-date information. Details taken from Caravan Club/individual websites January January - The Caravan & Motorhome Show, EventCity, Manchester, M41 7TB. February February - The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. March March The Great Yorkshire Motorhome & Caravan Sale, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ. April April - UK Spring Motorhome and Caravan Show, Newark Showground, NG24 2NY April - The National Motorhome Show, East of England Showground, Alwalton, Near Peterborough, PE2 6XE. May May - The Southern Motorcaravan Show, Newbury Showground, Berkshire, RG18 9QZ June June - UK Summer Motorhome & Caravan Show, Kent Showground, Detling, ME14 3JF June - The Midland Motorhome Sale, Staffordshire County Showground, ST18 0BD. July July - The Norfolk Motorhome Show, Norfolk County Showground, NR5 0TT. August August - The Western Motorhome Show, Great Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 6NW. September September - UK Autumn Motorhome and Caravan Show, Newark Showground, NG24 2NY September - The Motorhome Show Season Finale, Lincolnshire Showground, Lincoln, LN2 2NA. October October - The Motorhome & Caravan Show, NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT. show.co.uk

16 27 May to 1 June Celebrate The Queen s 90th Weston Park, Pitches from only 75 for 5 days A right royal bank holiday weekend! The 2016 National promises to be extra special as we will be celebrating the Queen s 90th birthday. Not only will there be a variety of fantastic free activities, day and night, for all ages, a great line up of evening entertainment will be on offer, including a magnificent proms concert in honour of Her Majesty. In addition, there will be fun for all the family at the FREE Mayday Kids Zone, as well as some exciting new attractions for 2016, including the Food and Craft Fair, hosted by Weston Park, and the Have a Go area, for all to enjoy. Visit caravanclub.co.uk/national for a full schedule of events. Book online at 16

17 West Kent Centre Invite West Kent Centre cordially invite you to their 50 th Birthday Rally which is being held from Thursday May 12 th to Monday 16 th 2016 at Painters Forstal, Faversham. This site is set in the lovely Kent countryside. The village pub at Painters Forstal, which serves real ale, good food, and Sunday lunches is only 5 minutes walk away. The site is near the market town of Faversham, and only 20 minutes drive to the coast. On offer is a Barn Dance with disco, Barbecue (bring your own meats, salad etc provided) and other events. Contact details can be obtained from our Centre Chair or the West Kent website; CC Charity Cycle Ride North Essex Centre Invite Each year various activities take place to support The Chairman s Charity will be for Cancer Research UK. An annual, and popular event, is the Charity Bike Ride, this year hosted by North Essex Centre. Date: Thursday 30 June to Monday 4 July 2016 Location: Crows Nest, Redgate Lane, Sewards End, Saffron Walden, Essex. CB10 2LW. Site available: Noon Thursday to Noon Monday Site Fee: 22. For 2 nights, 28 for 3 nights, 35. For 4 nights. Programme: Come along and support the Caravan Club Chairman s charity for 2016, Cancer Research UK. Friday: Saturday: Sunday Morning : Sunday afternoon: Cheese & Wine social evening you bring the wine, we supply the cheese. Breakfast. Riders cycle checking session - Fun quiz & Auction evening. Bike ride 2 different routes, 35 miles & 14 miles or both. Riders reception. Contact details can be obtained from our Centre Chair Or the North Essex Centre website; 17

18 Snippets from the minutes. Tuesday September 8 th APOLOGIES: K Winborn 2. MINUTES: The minutes were signed. 3. MATTERS ARISING: The rally officers gifts are now ready for collection. Planning permission for New Year has now been requested. Both sets of Tellers from last year are available to help us at this year s AGM. 4 CORRESPONDENCE: Have received the Centre AGM Nominal roll. Invitation from Berkshire Centre to their Burns Supper rally at Holbourne Bashley January from Janet Pereira giving information on how to check on membership, this will be put in with rally officers information packs. TREASURER: Invoice from FM Tags. 5. OFFICERS REPORTS: CHAIRMAN John Pipe is now home, he is weak but on the mend. Celia Thripp had a knee op in August. VICE-CHAIRMAN; Bishop Bell - East Sussex 8, visitors 11, Total vans 19. Year to date East Sussex 412, visitors 58 total 470, average Southern Centres - East Sussex 20, visitors 3, total vans 23. Year to date East Sussex 432 visitors 61 total 493, average Wylands Lakes - East Sussex 14 total 14. Year to date East Sussex 446 visitors 61, total 507 average Have been looking at party tents, the quality is better than the ones we have and measure 10x4 metres, can get. Also looking into the hire of Berkshire Centre s marquees for the Summerfest. SECRETARY: Since the last report there have been 101 new members reported but we have also lost 104. The number of full members is approximately 802 which is 3 up on last time. TREASURER: Internet banking is now up and running so statements can be checked. We still need to use cheques. The current account stands at There are still outstanding cheques to clear leaving a total of We have 6444 on deposit with the Club and are still waiting to be advised of the interest added. RALLY SECRETARY: A copy of the 2016 rally programme was handed out, working on 2017 now. Noggin & Natter 2017 is being held at Pevensey Memorial Hall. Still awaiting a few T/C s. SOUTHERN CENTRES; Next Meeting in November. 6. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: RALLY BOOK COVER: Not many to choose from but we have chosen a view of Chiddingly. RALLIES FOR CENTRE COMPETITIONS: Rally Officers meeting Heaven Farm, Boules Isfield, Darts Loxwood, Lawn Darts Old Dairy, Furners Green, Horseshoes Nominations. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT: The Chairman's report for AGM was approved by the committee. CHECK ARRANGEMENTS FOR AGM: Jobs handed out - All committee to help set out the hall at PAST EVENTS: EASTBOURNE AIRBOURNE: Lovely site, ground still firm even after the torrential rain on Thursday. All enjoyed the rally, lots of visitors. SOUTHERN CENTRES: Very good efficiently run rally. The bands were entertaining, Good jazz band on Sunday along with afternoon teas. The sports went well and we won a few competitions. WYLANDS LAKES: Cosy intimate rally. Soup was lovely. The games were good. Lawn darts won by Kath Winborn, not enough children to run their competition. Good rally. 8. ANY OTHER BUSINESS: Sandy thanked the committee for attending meetings and for their input over the last year. - Steve thanked Sandy for standing as Chairman over the past year. There being no other business, the meeting closed at 9.25pm. Tuesday October 13 th APOLOGIES: C Warren 2. MINUTES: The minutes were signed. 3. MATTERS ARISING: Rye Bonfire didn t get advertised in the Club magazine but the dates have been changed on the website. Do we need to cancel the second site at Rye? Yes. Nik will let the rally officers know. 4 CORRESPONDENCE: s from Dave Bruce and Maggie Scrase with apologies for AGM and also giving best wishes for the new committee and thanking Sandy for her first year in the Chair. from Joy Powell thanking the AGM evening team for all their hard work. from Janet Pereira with PRS & PPL stickers which may be useful on our rallies. from Janet Pereira informing us that East Scotland Centre closed at its AGM. Invoice from FM Tags. West Sussex have changed their rally at Whitehouse Farm to a week later. Chubb sent a letter asking about the service on the fire extinguishers, they weren t aware that we had got rid of them. 5. OFFICERS REPORTS: CHAIRMAN: Thanks to all for giving up time to be on the committee. Condolences to Carole on the loss of her mother. The rally book is ready, we are a bit short on adverts as we haven t heard from 2 of the advertisers. There are 16 vans booked into the Dinner Dance with 37 sitting down for dinner. VICE-CHAIRMAN: Trying to find entertainment for Practice Night, may contact the act which was used at Southern Centres on the Sunday evening. SECRETARY: Since the last report there have been 49 new members reported but we have also lost 51. The number of full members is approximately 800 which is 2 down on last time. TREASURER: The current account stands at There are still outstanding cheques to clear leaving a total of We have on deposit with the Club. There are pre-payments totalling for New Year and the Dinner Dance. RALLY SECRETARY: All T&C s are back except from Bashley. There is a meeting with Jo Burroughs and Suzanne Terrington at Steyning school tomorrow to discuss pricing, Nik and Malcolm Jones will be attending. SOUTHERN CENTRE: Sue Smith & Steve Hornsby plus partners are happy to continue as Southern centre reps. 6. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: ALLOCATION OF DUTIES: All jobs were allocated. REVIEW AGM: The AGM went well although the break went on too long. NEW YEAR (Allocation of Duties and decide on menu etc.). All the jobs were allocated as per the Who s doing what list. We will have Pate for the starter on New Year s 18

19 Snippets from the minutes...continued Eve with melon as an alternative and will just have cheese and biscuits later in the evening. We will have a Casino evening after the curry, Maisie and Carole to organise it. There are 83 adults, year old, year old and 3 under 5 s booked in so far. 7. PAST EVENTS: NOMINATIONS: The Wild West theme went down well, a very good rally. AGM: The Entertainer was different. He was very talented and got everyone singing. Sandy ran the meeting very well. 8. ANY OTHER BUSINESS: We should have a charity event this year, Jean and Joe Unwin previously suggested the Eastbourne Area Epilepsy Group as their grandson Jack suffers with this condition. Mel Johnson suggested Brighton and Hove Fostering Group. Steve said there is a brewery in Crawley which supplies barrels of beer on a sale or return basis which could be useful for the Summerfest. New Party tents, Steve is going to find out how big they are for the purpose of transporting them. There being no other business, the meeting closed at 9.53pm. Tuesday November 10 th APOLOGIES: K Winborn 2. MINUTES: The minutes were signed with one amendment. 3. MATTERS ARISING: The link for the Club advert was received and is in the rally book. Invoices for adverts have been sent out and some payments have already been received. Re. Bashley being cancelled, has the Rally secretary informed the rally officers. Not officially.- needs to be done. 4 CORRESPONDENCE: Invitation from West Kent to their 50 th birthday rally and asking if we could advertise it in our rally book. No, rally book already being printed. can go in newsletter. SECRETARY: from Berkshire Centre to say they are unable to hold their Burns Supper Rally at Holbourne Bashley due to the works going on there, they are looking for another venue. Second received to say their rally will now be held at Furze Platt Maidenhead. from Carole Hummerstone of Wessex Centre with an invitation to their August bank holiday rally at West Woodlands Showground Frome. from Janet Pereira to say the Chairman s annual Charity Bike ride in aid of Cancer Research will be run by North Essex Centre. from Janet Pereira saying that a group of experienced members have stepped forward to form a new committee to restart the East of Scotland Centre. I ed West Kent, West Surrey and West Sussex with invitations to our Summerfest. Received a telephone call from Lucy at Polegate Community centre, she has not issued our invoice for hire of rooms as they are having an AGM this evening and she thinks the price will go up. from Joe Unwin with a suggestion for the Chairman s Charity. Invoice from FM Tags. from Reid Hall asking if we want to book the hall in from Glebe Vale Holiday Park in Cornwall, they have a rally field available to book, looking at it for Bashley cancelled our half term holiday rally due to works being done on site, they are using the touring fields for static vans. 5. OFFICERS REPORTS: CHAIRMAN: Condolences to Carol on losing her Dad so soon after her Mum. The rally book is in full production, only one advertiser has not renewed. The Alzheimers Society was suggested for our charity, if this is agreed we can get some collecting tins. There are 18 vans booked into the Dinner Dance with 41 people sitting down for dinner, We won t be able to find anywhere else to provide what Barnsgate does at the same price, it is easy to discuss any problems or menu changes with Barnsgate. VICE-CHAIRMAN; Have booked Two Bros for Practice Night. SECRETARY: Since the last report there have been 15 new members reported but we have also lost 36. The number of full members is approximately 779 which is 21 down on last month. TREASURER: The current account stands at There are still outstanding cheques to clear leaving a total of We have on deposit with the Club. RALLY SECRETARY: Have booked Shorefirleds, Forest Edge Ringwood for the February half term holiday, we can use all the facilities at Oakdene, a short distance away swimming pool, laundry, play area and entertainment. REGIONAL REPORT: No report. Sandy will be attending the AGM and will discuss sharing the regional rep role. SOUTHERN CENTRES: The November meeting has been cancelled 6. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: NEW YEAR: The New Year duties list was handed out. The theme for Practice Night will be Dress to Impress in Pink. There are 51 vans booked in. Numbers for Practice Night 118 made up of 103 adults 3 Teens 9 children and 3 under 5 s. New Year s Eve 120, 105 adults plus same numbers of children as Practice Night. Alan and Sarah are happy to do the curry and Chinese, Dave Fuller will take photos and Dave Waddell will help with the Chairman s reception. Sandy will ask past Chairmen to help clear the tables after the meal. All the wine has been bought and we are having the same choice both evenings. The Practice Night team are providing a chicken meal and hope to follow with apple pie and ice cream, they asked how much money was available for them, 2.50 per head. Update letters will be sent out in the very near future. Kath was going to deal with the Temporary Events Notice, Steve will contact her about this. ARRANGE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR YOUTH; Carole has this in hand. 7. PAST EVENTS: None 8. ANY OTHER BUSINESS: Sandy sent an to all committee asking their views on having personal details published. We could put the book on the website with just officer s addresses as they were already asked this. The subject will be brought up at the rally officers meeting next year. Chairman s Charity. Alzheimer s is a charity very relevant to Sandy as a family member is affected by this. The from Joe Unwin about Purple Hearts which is a group that supports young people with epilepsy was read out and discussed but it was but agreed to support the Alzheimer s Society Sandy will contact the society. Rally book printing cost, once everything is in we could have a surplus of 5.19 if we don t need to get more toner. Dave Fisher asked if any progress had been made with acquiring tents for the Summerfest. Steve has phoned Berkshire Centre but constantly gets the answerphone. There being no other business, the meeting closed at 9.10pm. 19

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