| Club Service & Social News |
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| Past Club News Items - 2003 |
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Christmas Lunch: 14th Dec. 2003
Pete and Barbara Phillips ensured the annual party went with its usual swing
with both adults and children enjoying themselves to the full. No expense was
spared upon the entertainment.
We had Father Christmas and an excellent conjurer. Culture & Sophistication
is alive and flourishing in rural Essex. Santa worked very hard not to mix his
parcels up. The kids loved him. Ho ho ho ! |
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Ingatestone Rotarians invade
Bristol and walk away with Trophy!
The District 1240 of which Ingatestone forms a part
held their annual conference this year at the Marriott Hotel in Bristol. Twenty
of the Rotary Club of Ingatestone including their partners went to enjoy the
delights of this famous old shipping City and to partake in the conference,
which took place over the weekend of 3rd to 5th October 2003.
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| Friday night was PARTY NIGHT and
having dolled themselves up in "WILD WEST" costumes - this being the
theme of the evening- the "Presies" hotel room was the venue for
getting the taste buds well oiled before parading into the 'arena' to partake
of some pretty indifferent 'Cowboy' food. It seems that we must have spent too
long in practising our arm lifting since the judges of the best outfit totally
ignored our excellent attire! |
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Saturday saw the true
Rotarians listening to some excellent speakers. In particular it was difficult
to keep a dry eye on hearing Professor Lord McColl tell us of the magnificent
work that is carried out by members of the Mercy Ship. As may be expected the
late comers made sure they did not miss the speech by Tricia Stewart, Miss
November of the W.I. Calendar fame!!
In the afternoon some of the more athletic members took a walk around Bristol
City, and a few thought going by boat was more interesting. It was as we were
just short of being drenched by a Fire Boat pumping its hoses to greet a
splendid replica old wooden sailing ship. The night was danced away by all;
even Derek was seen doing the latest version of the 'light fandango.'
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Sunday was a time for
breakfast and gentle talking. Most of us managed to catch a couple of the
speakers and those that weren't rushing home stayed to hear that Ingatestone
had won the Trophy for the largest attendance. Three cheers for us!!! A good
fellowship and fun weekend was the verdict by all attendees. Roll on Stratford
upon Avon next year.
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There is a prize for anyone who can improve on Squaw Doreen's "War
Chant".
The pictures tell it all!!! |
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Visit to the Cabinet War Rooms:
20th October 2003
Monday 20th October 2003 saw a group of twelve intelligent Rotarians
travelling with Stan's Coaches to visit the
Cabinet War
Rooms in Horse Guards Road, London. These underground rooms were opened one
week before the start of WW2 and Winston Churchill plus some of the most senior
figures in the government and armed forces worked and slept there during some
of the most ferocious attacks on London during the Second World War.
Our tour showed exactly how our great leaders worked for our safety in
conditions that were Spartan to say the least. This huge basement has been
preserved exactly as it was during the war and the atmosphere has been
recreated to make it feel as though you were actually part of the scene.
After lunch at a nearby hostelry we were transported to the Imperial War Museum
in Lambeth Road. As we entered the grounds of the museum two massive 15.5-inch
guns greeted us and foretold of the excellent items, which we encountered
inside. 'Planes and tanks from both the World Wars was immediately on display
as well as part of an old submarine. Here we found out the meaning of 'getting
your own back'!! Answers in private! Five floors of exhibitions were there for
us to browse over ranging from 'Anderson Shelters' to a recreated wartime
house. One of the most moving parts is the Holocaust exhibition- not for the
faint hearted, but something, which we should all be aware of.
The verdict of our day out was- those that missed should make time to visit
these most fascinating places. |
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Family BBQ: 17th Aug
2003
A beautiful August Sunday heralded a splendid BBQ for over 100 Rotarians with
their families and friends at Alan & Sally Pudneys. The excellent food gave
energy to almost energetic games of cricket and rounders, whilst the more sane
enjoyed basking in the sun and swimming. |
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Pimms Lunch: 6th July
2003
On a lovely sunny Sunday afternoon, our new President Andrew and his Lady
Marion hosted a lunch party to start his new year as President. Several
Rotarians were briefly unaccounted for but turned up in amongst the vegetable
plot. No cuttings were apparently removed from his prize-winning roses. Thanks
to you both for a very enjoyable party. |
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Charter Night: 20th June
2003
Brian Procter took on the job of organising this year's function which was held
again at the Banqueting Suite, Shenfield. About 90 Rotarians & their guests
enjoyed a good meal and danced the night away. Thanks, Brian. |
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Dutch Club Visit to Essex: 16th -
18th May 2003
14 members from The Rotary Club of Vriezenveen came over this year. A 'Welcome'
party of 21 Ingatestone Rotarians were at 'The Cricketers', where Tony Wiley
provided meals and a light buffet for us. |
On the Saturday morning, our programme started with coffee at the Blue Boar in
Maldon - a 16th century inn. Next in 2 groups, we toured the Moot Hall - an
historic 15th century building with its own prison and court. |
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taken, so we walked down the High Street to the scenic Hythe Quay, which
provided a picturesque setting for the start of our Topsail |
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Charters sail on the Thames Barge,
Thistle.With a capacity of 42 seated, our number of 40 was just right. Our 2
hour cruise took us down the estuary to Osea Island. Lunch was Steak & Ale
Pie & Raspberry Roulade- many had seconds!
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| The evening entertainment was a Barn
Dance at Alan & Sally's - music & caller provided by The St. George
& the Trombone Band. 34 Rotarians & wives, plus 14 Dutch , were joined
by 63 invited guests to make a total of 111. |
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There was a great atmosphere with
much dancing and good food. So many of us worked very hard to make it happen
they can't all be mentioned - however, special thanks to Sally & Senga for
the food and to Pudneys for the use of the Barn. |
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Welcome - New Member: Spring
2003
We extend a warm welcome to our new member Michael Allen who hails from
Chelmsford. Michael is a Senior Development Engineer, working for the London
Borough of Havering. We hope he will enjoy the fellowship in our club and that
his wife Victoria will enjoy WRINGS.
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Maundy Dinner: 17 April
2003
This was held again at Bunsay Downs Golf Club. After a good meal, our speaker,
Dr. Hassan, enthused over "Heritage Walks in Essex" - with many
anecdotes. |
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