Newsletter 4th September 2011 - Cream Tea & Quiz
A record 42 members and guests attended this regular event hosted by Peter & Kate Buck in their garden. Despite the occasional light shower, the spirits were not dampened and an enjoyable time was had by all. Kate, with her helpers, Cynthia Shepherd and Cicely Jaggard, provided excellent refreshments and the testing quiz questions contributed to the usual brain ache! Prizes were awarded to the winning and runner up tables. Thanks also go to Ted Payne for helping Peter with setting up and packing away.
Newsletter 2nd August 2011 - Ken Blatch
Members were saddened by the death of Ken Blatch on 16 July at Frimley Park Hospital. Ten members represented Fugelmere at his funeral at Aldershot Crematorium on 26 July. The funeral service was so well attended that many visitors had to stand.
Newsletter 2nd August 2011 - Visit to Bristol & SS Great Britain
The coach trip and guided tour of the SS Great Britain and Bristol, organized by Peter Buck, was most enjoyable. Members and their guests were treated to a very interesting talk by a Blue Badge guide during a coach tour of the city of Bristol and were able to walk across the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge, built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Newsletter 4th July 2011 - Doug Binstead
Members were saddened by the death of Doug Binstead on 20 June at Phyllis Tuckwell hospice. Doug had been a member of Fugelmere Probus since 2008, having been a Probian for many years at his previous home on the South coast. Fugelmere was represented at his funeral at Aldershot Crematorium on 29 June by around 6 members.
Newsletter 4th July 2011 - Barbecue and Pétanque
On Wednesday, 8th June, sixteen members and 14 guests enjoyed the traditional barbecue at Peppone’s restaurant, followed by a pétanque competition organized by Colin Philip and George Edwards, to whom we owe our thanks. The ladies’ prize was won by Molly Hayes and the men’s by Ron Thompson.
Newsletter 6th June 2011 - Spring Walk
The Spring Walk was very competently led by Kate Buck, standing in for Peter, who was indisposed. The walk, starting from the Farnham House Hotel, was thoroughly enjoyed by 7 members and 6 guests and they were joined by 3 other members and 2 guests for lunch in the hotel following the walk. Thanks are due to Kate and Peter Buck and also to Bob Rose, who suggested this particular walk.
Newsletter 3rd May 2011 - Chris Garnett
Members will be pleased to learn that the Committee, at its April meeting, unanimously agreed to offer Chris Garnett life membership of the Club in recognition of his long period of service on the Committee (about 12 years) most of which was spent as Club Secretary. Chris has been informed and is very pleased to accept.
Newsletter 3rd May 2011 - Spring Break
The Spring break at the Warners Hotel, Holme Lacy, near Hereford, was enjoyed by 16 members and 20 guests. The break included a guided coach tour of the “Black and White Village Trail” and an afternoon cream tea. Ted Payne organized a bowls match, which was played in pairs, and was won by Cynthia Sheppard and Ron Thompson. Many thanks to Ted for his organization and supervision of the match. Although the weather was not quite as fine as it was on the last two years’ Spring Breaks, it was dry for the most part and was no hindrance to everyone’s enjoyment of the Break. A selection of photographs is available on our photos page. In recognition of the tremendous amount of work put in by both Peter and Kate Buck in making the holiday a success, a bouquet of flowers was presented at the April lunch.
Newsletter 9th April 2011 - Skittles Evening
The skittles evening arranged by Ted Payne at The Jolly Miller, North Warnborough, was enjoyed by 20 members and 16 guests. After some fierce competition and skilful bowling, Pat Grist won the Ladies’ prize with the overall highest score for the evening, with Rowland Brown and Colin Philip sharing top spot for the men. The knockout event was as ruthless as ever, with Peter Sheppard finishing as the last person standing. A promise was made to Ian Stephenson not to mention the winner of the wooden spoon! In addition, a team competition saw the Ladies emerging as the victors over their male counterparts.
Ted would like to thank all those who made the evening a success: Ken Boyer and Don McKenzie for their impeccable scoring skills and for keeping everyone on their toes, as well as everyone who assisted in replacing the skittles at the business end of the alley. All those taking part would, I am sure, like to thank Ted for organizing another very enjoyable evening.
Newsletter 7th February 2011 - REME Museum
Seventeen members and 5 guests took part in a very interesting guided tour of the REME Museum at Arborfield on 19th January. Seventeen of the party also took part in an enjoyable group lunch at the Bull Inn, Arborfield, before the tour. Thanks are due to Peter Buck, who organized the extremely successful event.
Newsletter 6th January 2011 - Christmas Concert
Seven members and 27 guests enjoyed the traditional Christmas Concert at The Royal Albert Hall on 11th December. Their thanks go to Wolfgang Hamann who organized the event.
Newsletter 9th December 2010 - Essence of Ireland
Eleven members and 12 guests thoroughly enjoyed the Irish music and dance show, The Essence of Ireland, at the Anvil, Basingstoke on 19th November. Nineteen of us also enjoyed a pre-show fish and chip supper at the nearby Oliver’s restaurant. Our thanks are due to Ian Stephenson for organizing the event.
Newsletter 2nd November 2010 - Hartley Arts Group
Eighteen members and 23 guests thoroughly enjoyed the Hartley Arts Group production of ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’ on 29th October. Our gratitude goes again to Ted Payne for organizing this popular event.
Newsletter 2nd November 2010 - Autumn Walk
On 20th October, a walk in the countryside around Crondall was enjoyed by 9 members and 7 guests and was followed by an enjoyable lunch at the Plume of Feathers. Many thanks to Ted Payne for organizing and leading the walk.
Newsletter 3rd October 2010 - BBC Television Centre
Eight members and 9 guests made a trip to the BBC TV Centre on 20th September. This comprised a fascinating 1½ hour guided tour of the TV Centre followed by some of our party having a go at reading the news or taking part in a game show in a simulated studio. Tony Trice gained the dubious honour of showing the greatest knowledge of TV signature tunes! The day was a great success and our thanks go to Wolfgang for organizing it.
Newsletter 8th September 2010 - Cream Tea
On 12th August, 32 members and guests thoroughly enjoyed a cream tea and quiz in the garden of Peter and Kate Buck. Once again, the weather remained fine, though cool, during the afternoon and only broke down as we were leaving. Our grateful thanks go to Peter and Kate and to all their helpers on the day.
Newsletter 4th August 2010 - Ian Youngson
We are sorry to report that Ian Youngson died suddenly on 30th July. His funeral was held on 9th August at Aldershot crematorium and followed by a service at the Garrison Church in Aldershot.
Newsletter 4th August 2010 - Hinton Ampner
An interesting guided tour of the National Trust gardens of Hinton Ampner was enjoyed by 14 members and guests on 21st July. The tour was followed by a delicious cream tea. Our thanks go to Wolfgang Hamann for organizing the trip.
Newsletter 5th July 2010 - John Cain
We are sorry to report that former member John Cain died on 17th June. Unfortunately the Committee heard of John’s death too late to inform members of his funeral date (24th June). John was a founder member of Fugelmere and maintained his membership until about a year ago. The President has written to Marion Cain on behalf of the Club.
Newsletter 5th July 2010 - BBQ and Pétanque
A successful Pétanque afternoon was organized by Colin Philip at the terrain of Crondall Pétanque Club on 23rd June, preceded by a BBQ at the adjoining Peppone’s Restaurant at the Bowenhurst Golf Centre. Fortunately the weather was superb, probably a bit too hot for some. Some 31 members and their guests attended and 24 took part in the competition. The winner of the ladies’ prize was Barbara Billinge and Ron Thompson won the men’s prize.
Newsletter 9th June 2010 - Spring Walk
Sixteen members and guests enjoyed a Spring Walk on 20th May which started from the Black Horse and was followed by a pub lunch. Our thanks go to Bob Rose for organizing and leading the walk.
Newsletter 3rd May 2010 - Spring Break
Thirty two members, their ladies and friends thoroughly enjoyed a convivial four night Spring Break at Warner's Cricket St Thomas Hotel in Somerset from 19th to 23rd April. The comfortable hotel, set in extensive, beautiful grounds, is within easy reach of many outstanding countryside and coastal attractions, which we were able to take full advantage of in superb weather – the second year running for our Spring Break! Many of us tried our hand at bowls, instead of the usual pétanque, with variable success, but congratulations are due to Peter and Mavis Smith and Terry and Margaret Berridge who came first and second respectively in the competition. Our thanks go to Wolfgang Hamann for organizing the Break and to Ted Payne who officiated at the bowls match.
Newsletter 7th April 2010 - Skittles Evening
The Skittles Evening at the Jolly Miller, North Warnborough was enjoyed by 27 members and guests. The main competition winners were Brenda Nisbet and Les Oliver, with Eileen Wall winning the supplementary knockout competition. The evening also included a scampi supper. Thanks are due to Ted Payne for organising the event and to Ken Boyer and Don McKenzie for officiating on the scoring.