And Social Events
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Lockton
After the wind, rain and snow over Easter we were pleased to arrive at Lockton near Pickering in bright sunshine. A get together with soup and lovely warm bread rolls early evening got the rally off to a good start. The weather remained very mixed but everyone enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. A rally ideally situated for visiting Pickering, Flamingo Land, Eden Camp and the lovely Dalby Forest and its attractions, variety of walks, mountain bike trails and, for those wanting a different view of the forest, the “Go Ape” experience. We had delicious bacon or sausage butties provided on two mornings and lovely afternoon tea with Brenda’s finest bone china tea set. This is a hidden gem in our rally programme and is well worth a visit. Had the weather been kinder I know our rally marshals had more things planned, what they provided was excellent and our thanks go to Roy, Brenda and Dan, Geoff, Jayne and Jemma assisted by Mike. Look forward to next year’s visit.
Andy and Mavis Woodcock.
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The Countryman, Bolam
A new venue and well worth travelling to, superb site with even better views from the village. Also with a cosy pub on the doorstep you couldn't wish for better, made even better with an excellent social evening. What can anybody say the Youngs' and Carters' never disappoint and the work they put into the entertainment is first rate. A rally we will be booking early for next year, thanks to Dave Karen and Chloe Young, Keith Gill and Ben Carter.
Ian Zoe and Dana Liddle
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Winning Caption to the Above Photo
" Are you going to the Celebration Rally at Aske Hall ? "
" We haven't decided yet as we usually go to Scotland with Brian Jack "
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Centre Quiz Night
It was the first time we were able to attend the centre quiz night due to committments with Scouting in the previous years but we were really pleased that we did ! We had a very entertaining and pleasant evening ( the fact that we won was a bonus ! ) We enjoyed delicious Pie and Peas and caught up with friends. We will certainly be attending next year. A BIG thank you to Barry and Gill Spry
The 'Rock On' quiz team: Ros, John & Dan Loughran, Dave Young & Dave Rock.
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Race Night in Aid of Celebration Rally
We would like to thank everyone who supported the Race Night on Tuesday night; we managed to raise £380 towards the Celebration Fund which was even better than last year and with slightly fewer people attending. I hope that everyone enjoyed their little flutter in the same week that the Cheltenham Gold Cup took place.
Linda and Ian Innes
Ronnie and Sally Danks
Alias Ladbrokes for the night!!
Race One winning owner
Alan Skerry with his horse 'Trigger'
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Race Two winning owner
June Gelson with her horse 'Speedy Tortoise'
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Race Three winning owner
Ann - Marie Metcalf with her horse 'Steward's Enquiry'
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Race Four winning owner
Derek Gibson with his horse 'Swift'
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Race Five winning owner
Lucy Futcher with her horse 'Curly Worm'
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Race Six winning Owner
Geoff Duke with his horse 'Ruben'
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Race Seven winning owner was Jean Tabley with her horse 'Rum Truffle'. Jean couldn't make it to the Race Night, her rosette was accepted by our Centre Chairman Stan Gelson who presented all our winning owners with their rosettes.
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Race Eight winning owner after bidding and winning horse 'Sexy Sally' was Karen Young.
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Winter Walk.
The wind blew overnight on Saturday, sounded like a hurricane, it didn't do much in the way of encouraging us to leave the comfort of our beds for the winter walk. We did and were really pleased we made the effort and arrived at sunny and windy Saltburnfor 10 o'clock. Twenty three people and three dogs set off, led by Mike we walked inland along the gill, well sheltered before climbing up a steep bank, friendly horses greeted us, I was less keen on them. We then headed towards Brotton village. A stop here for emergency drinks for the youngest walker, Mathew Raine who had declared he was dehydrated !! From Brotton a short walk across the golf course brought us out onto the cliffs. A short break for a coffee stop, sheltering at the old pump house. Across the railway line and we battled the wind along the coastal path back towards Saltburn, admiring the views ( and the drops down towards the sea ). Back to Saltburn and the people went their seperate ways, some to local pubs, some for Fish and Chips and walks along the beach and pier. Our thanks go to Mike Horner for taking the time to organise the walk, it made a lovely change to do a coast walk, well done Mike.
Andy and Mavis Woodcock
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