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SPRING ABOUT 2014

THE EAST YORKSHIRE CENTRE COMMITTEE

FROM

DEADLINE FOR THE SUMMER EDITION IS SUNDAY JUNE 8th

THE EAST YORKSHIRE CENTRE MAGAZINE

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EDITORIAL

Hi Everyone. Over a quarter of the year gone already, it doesn’t seem 5 minutes since we were wearing paper hats and eating mince

pies! For Christmas I received a lovely wall plaque from 2 of my

granddaughters and the verse is so lovely, I would like to share it

with you. It says

“Hold me a little longer, Rock me a little more. Tell me another story... You’ve only told me four. Let me sleep on your shoulder, I love your happy smile, I will

always love you GRANDMA, So stay with me a while.”

Thanks again for all your contributions—I really do appreciate them. You are helping to make our magazine one of the best! Many of you send reports on rallies

to Facebook. Why not send them to me too so all Centre members can see them.

As it is now only a year until the Centre’s 40th Birthday, I thought I might put a

few things in the About from previous Abouts over the years starting with the oldest one we have in our archives. [see pages 8/9.]

The Centre Magazine had to have a new name when we went Centre as it was pre-

viously called “The East Grouper” and so it was suggested “Out and About” or “Around and

About” which was then shortened to ABOUT.

Hope you all have a good Easter wherever you

spend it and that you get lots of chocolate eggs!

I look forward to hearing from many of you with

contributions to the Summer Edition.

Don’t forget to let me know if you have anything

you want to sell

Best Wishes Janice P.S. Remember Honesty is the best policy unless

you have just eaten the last piece of cake!

P.P.S. The trouble with bucket seats is that not

everybody has the same size bucket.

HOW MANY EASTER BUNNIES CAN YOU FIND LIKE AND

INCLUDING THIS ONE? SEE PAGE 33 FOR THE ANSWER

DEADLINE FOR THE SUMMER ABOUT IS SUNDAY JUNE 8th

EMAIL ME — [email protected]

Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass,

it's more about learning to dance in the rain.

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CHAIRMAN’S CHAT

Hi all and welcome to the Easter Edition of the “About.” I am writing this newsletter sat in the caravan with the sun

shinning in, it is glorious and I do hope it continues throughout

spring and summer enabling us all to enjoy the many rallies which are available.

I would like to thank Janice for her previous “About” and all who put pen to paper to make the magazine what it is.

Many thanks to Joan and the social sub committee for all their work in organising

a very successful Informal Dinner Dance at the new venue Bridlington Links. Denis did a great job keeping the dance floor full all night with a wide variety of

music for all to enjoy. It was a sell out and I’m sure next year will prove to be just

as popular as the venue and rally are superb. Steve our web master is looking to upgrade our Centre’s website over the coming

weeks. It will take time so please be patient. The website as we know it will

remain and be updated during the process. Thanks Steve for all the unseen work

you do to achieve a well run web. The Chairman’s Rally is being held at Hutton Cranswick this year. The sports are

being held here as the venue has many facilities. We welcome all children,

grandchildren and adults to join in and have some fun. It is also our one big event to raise money for our Centre Charity The Yorkshire Air Ambulance. There are

many stalls so please come along and help support this event.

Our Gala tents will be erected next to the clubhouse where the events will take

place and on Saturday evening we will be entertained by ‘Sasha’ a professional singer. There will be no bar just bring your own. If you haven’t already booked

then do not delay send your slip in today lets have a great time raising funds for a

good charity. We are running a Tuck Shop, which will be on most rallies. All profits go towards

the Children’s Christmas Party on 13th December at St John in Beverley. The

entertainer this year is The “Bird Man” of Magic. A hot meal is served to all the children before the fun and games start, ending with a visit from Santa.

Plans for our 40th Birthday, May Day 2015 weekend are really taking shape with

Craig Harper already booked for Friday evening and the sensational West

Yorkshire function group ‘Back Beat’ booked for Saturday evening with still more plans in the pipe line. Make a note and Save The Date.

Lastly I must tell you that the Bonfire last year was a full rally and was a great

success, even though we had a downpour after the fire work display, it didn’t stop people tasting the many different food stalls we had on offer. The children

enjoyed a Halloween/Bonfire fancy dress (optional) disco on Friday night. We are

holding the children’s disco again this year on Friday night and afterwards the

clubhouse will remain open for all. It will also be open later on Saturday night

after the firework display, food and bonfire. Happy Caravanning Sandra

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CHARITY NEWS Yorkshire Air Ambulance is a

dedicated helicopter emergency

service for the Yorkshire and

the Humber region of England.

It was introduced on 1 April

2000, and currently operates

two aircraft. The helicopters

provide a swift response time &

access to isolated locations,

such as beaches, cliff-tops and

moorland areas which are inaccessible by road. Its original aircraft is based at

Nostell Priory and has landing pads at various major hospitals around the region

including Leeds General Infirmary, Hull Royal Infirmary and James Cook

University Hospital in Middlesbrough.

In October 2007 a second helicopter based at Sheffield City Airport entered

service. The airport closed at the end of April 2008 but a heliport facility was still

provided for the use of the Air Ambulance and the South Yorkshire Police

helicopter. In November 2010 the operational base for the Sheffield-based aircraft

was moved to Bagby Airport near Thirsk.. The second aircraft made another move

in March 2012 to RAF Topcliffe.

OUR THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE MADE DONATIONS SO FAR FROM FUND -

RAISING ON RALLIES ETC. REMEMBER EVERY LITTLE HELPS. SEE THE WEBSITE TO

KEEP YOU UP-TO-DATE WITH THE RUNNING TOTAL. THIS WILL BE DISPLAYED

UNTIL JULY & THE FINAL TOTAL ANNOUNCED AT THE A.G.M. IN SEPT.

As Charity Coordinator, I would like to thank all those who have been

collecting cans etc for Malcolm Worsnop. I have heard of people asking

their neighbours to save them so why not ask yours? Please do not squash

them unless you have a proper can crusher. You can give them to Malcolm

on the rally field or deliver them to his home. You can also give them to

me. Don’t forget that he is also collecting any scrap metal or wiring.

THANKS AGAIN MALCOLM! [He made £380 in 2013! ]

Have you been watching HELICOPTER HEROES on your TV? It is all

about The Yorkshire Air Ambulance and makes you feel glad that it is

available to all of us should we need it, even though we hope we never do!

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For those who remember my plea in the Winter Edition to save your old bras that are still in good condition, I would like you to

bring them to the Chairman’s Charity Rally, [or give them to me

before if you are not attending the rally.]

YORKSHIRE AIR AMBULANCE BENEFIT FROM THEM and while this does not help our total, I would like to have a GUESS THE TOTAL WEIGHT of bras

that have been contributed, which WILL benefit our total.

THIS IS THE LETTER I HAVE BEEN SENT BY OLIVIA OF THE Y.A.A.

“In recent years the YAA have been running a Bra Campaign asking women to clear out their drawers for a good cause. Bras are in huge demand, particularly in

West Africa and in European countries, where second-hand support is much more

affordable and in demand!

The aim of the campaign was to collect 200,000 bras raising an amazing £10,000 which would keep both helicopters flying for one full day! With help from

supporters all over Yorkshire we managed to reach the target and are now

encouraging supporters to recycle all old textiles, clothing and shoes!

Working with recycling partners, ‘BIU Group, the YAA receive an agreed percentage of the sale of the recycled materials. Good quality items which can be

reused are sold to second-hand clothing traders in the UK, Europe and world-

wide. 'End of life' garments are recycled into industrial wipers and cloths, mattress filling, insulation and new fibres. [To find out where your nearest

clothing bank is please visit: www.buigroup.co.uk/charity]

It may surprise you to know that the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity relies on

the generosity of individuals and organisations to help save lives across Yorkshire. In fact as a Charity we only receive help through secondment of paramedics from

the NHS, through Yorkshire Ambulance Service. To keep both of Yorkshire's air

ambulances in the air we need to raise £9990 per day. This is equivalent to £3.6

million per year.”

CHAIRMAN’S CHARITY RALLY JUNE 2014

We are planning a SWEETS & CHOCS TOMBOLA to be run by Joan Baxter &

Joan Kirk, a CAKE STALL to be run by Linda Jones, a HOOK A BEAR to be

run by June Norris, a SWEETS IN THE JAR, a GUESS TEDDY’S BIRTHDAY, a GENERAL TOMBOLA - a WIN THE WHISKY, a TREASURE MAP, a

BOOK & MAG STALL and HAND MADE CARDS as well as CREAM TEAS

being served [As you can see we already have volunteers for some of these but there is always room for more!] If you are willing to run or help with any of these

then please contact us. We also need contributions for the TOMBOLAS, RAFFLE

and CAKE STALL as well as BOOKS & MAGAZINES so even if you cannot

make the rally, you can still do your bit!

Also if anyone wishes to set up a stall for themselves, they may do so for £5.

Janice & Tim

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YOUR CENTRE NEEDS YOU!

Come on all you budding athletes! Why not join in the fun at your Centre’s Sports Rally. Kick off the year at The Chairman’s Rally at Hutton Cranswick on 20th-22nd

June, where we hold our Children’s Sports, Lawn Darts, Quoits and Boules.

Once you have the bug join us at the Joint Yorkshire Sports at Rufforth 11th - 13th

July, compete with other Centres and show us how good you are.

REMEMBER IT’S NOT THE WINNING BUT TAKING PART, AND

EARNING POINTS FOR YOUR CENTRE.

Carrying on to the big one at Northern Centres at Newby Hall, Ripon 22nd – 25th

August. Sports for all ages, Go Cart Derby (known in different areas as cadgy or

bogie) this is a new competition started last year and great fun was had by all. We do have one in the Centre but if any one would like to build their own they are

welcome. East Yorkshire Centre won this competition last year so lets try and

retain our title.

We finish the sporting year at Joint Yorkshire Centres Six Star Rally on 11th – 14th

September, something for everyone, Kick start Cycling, Quoits, Lawn Darts and Remote Control Car Racing as well as the Driving Competition, Inter-Centre Quiz

and Evening Entertainment in the marquee.

Remember it’s not the winning but taking part.

Hopefully at the end of the year you will be fit and healthy and in possession of

medals and cups and looking forward to next year.

See you on the rally field Jen [Jen Akester]

PS If anyone would like to help with organising the sports at the

Chairman’s Rally we would be very grateful.

Please contact me on 01482 867334

Two old people sat eating breakfast when one turns to the other and said

“Do you know that you have a suppository in your ear”, to which the other

replies “I’m glad you saw that as I now know where my hearing aid is”

VISITORS TO RALLIES

If you are expecting visitors on a rally please inform the Rally Marshals of this

and ask your visitors to call at their van when they arrive, or if they arrive

unexpectedly please go across and tell them yourselves. This is not the Rally

Marshals being nosey, it is for the general safety of everyone on the rally field

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THE LAWNS CARAVAN SHOW The first weekend in September is a very important one for caravanners

from across the North of England and beyond with the Caravan

Extravaganza Weekend held at the Lawns in Cottingham on the outskirts of Hull.

It is also a very important weekend for the Hessle Branch of the Royal National

Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) who for the last 10 years have been raising funds at

the Show by selling RNLI Souvenirs and raffle tickets and all manner of items

from their stand just outside the entrance to the Lawns Centre itself. This hugely enjoyable weekend has, in those 10 years, now raised some £11,440 for the work

of the Lifeboat Service.

It was also here in 2007 that the East Yorkshire Centre joined the RNLI stand and

held a tombola over the weekend which raised over £450 for the RNLI and specifically the Flamborough Head Lifeboat. The Centre’s Charity Fundraising

that year had began with a visit to the station in March and culminated in members

of the EYC being invited to the naming ceremony of the station’s new Atlantic 85 Class Lifeboat the “Elizabeth Jane Palmer” in the November. In the previous

month at the Centre’s AGM in Brough a cheque for £3419 had been presented to

the RNLI which not only purchased a complete set of new helmets and built in

communications systems for the crew at Flamborough, but also helped towards the

costs of their extensive and varied training.

Our lifeboat supporters have fond memories of that particular fundraising effort

and were really delighted by the support shown by the officials and members of

the EYC. How those 7 years have flown by and it is still pleasing to report that thanks to the support of the Hull and East Riding Caravan Manufacturers Assoc

and particularly the show’s organiser, David Ritchie, the RNLI stand will be back

in its usual location this September and we’ll be delighted to see you all over the

weekend of the 6th and 7th September at what is our most enjoyable fundraiser of the year. [THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY STEVE ROBINSON OF THE HESSLE BRANCH OF THE

R.N.L..I. AND SENT TO ME BY JACK POOLE WHO IS ALSO A MEMBER OF THIS BRANCH.]

THINGS MUM WOULD NEVER SAY Sent to be by Sue Holroyd

“How on earth can you see that TV sitting so far back?"

“Yeah, I used to skip school a lot, too"

“Just leave all the lights on ...it makes the house look more cheery"

“Let me smell that shirt - Yeah , its good for another week"

“Well, if Tom's mum says its OK, that's good enough for me."

“The curfew is just a general time to shoot for. Its not like running a prison

around here"

“I don't have a tissue with me .. just use your sleeve"

“Don't bother wearing a jacket - the wind-chill is bound to improve."

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EXTRACTS FROM AN EARLY EDITION OF THE ABOUT

The following is from the first edition which came out after the 1st AGM

ABOUT This is the new name that has been given to the newsletter of the East Yorkshire

Centre.

As you read this newsletter, you will see that “About” is all about rallying, News,

Events and generally out and about.

FROM THE CHAIRMAN

Fellow Ralliers

As the season draws to a close and we all prepare for hibernation, feeling perhaps a little sad, let us not forget our Winter Programme of special events.

These will keep you in touch with friends old and new. Then when the bright new

season of 1976 arrives, I hope to see you all again in even greater numbers on the

rally fields. So until then, Winter Well with my best wishes to everyone

Trevor Spivey—Chairman

ABOUT THE NEW COMMITTEE

At our first Annual General Meeting, which was well attended, the new officers

and committee were elected.

Hon. Chairman—T Spivey

Hon Secretary—E Constable [ Club Council Rep]

Hon Treasurer—L Moss

Vice Chairman—D Cooney [Chairman Social Sub Committee, Northern

Centres Representative]

Committee

A Barmby—Ass sports officer P Brusby—Quartermaster

K Dinsdale—Sports Officer P Hutty—Teenage Liaison Officer

T Johnson—Equipment Officer T Martin—Ass Teenage Liaison

D Smith—Ass Rally Sec. Social Com. J W Smith—Publicity Officer

T Storry—Ass Publicity Officer M Tripp—Rally Secretary

B Wilkinson—Social Committee

PENNANT COMPETITION

Dick Shaw’s entry for the new pennant was chosen by members at the

photographic meeting. 19 entries were received, all of a very high

standard. We are hoping to have the new pennants and stickers ready for

early next year.

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ABOUT COMMITTEE NEWS The Lord Mayor of York wrote to thank us for the hospitality shown to him and

the Lady Mayoress at our Annual Dinner Dance.

For anyone who did not receive the last newsletter, the Committee decided to class

Swing Ball with all ball games to be played well away from caravans.

The Committee Meeting held on 2nd September closed at 11.05pm.

THIS MONTHS MOAN

Don’t forget the rule about 5m.p.h. Speed limit on the rally field, this means us

and our friends.

This is more important than ever now that the dark nights are here again.

PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

This year there were over 80 slides entered. The trophy was won by Mr N Lilley

with a slide depicting a sunset over a rally field.

CHILDRENS PARTY

This will be held, for members children in the Memorial Hall Beverley on

Saturday 13th December. Age group 5-13 Tickets 40p each

NEW YEAR PARTY—17th JANUARY 1976 Minimum age 14—Memorial Hall Beverley Tickets £1. Green Ginger Folk Dance

Band, Buffet supper, Bar. Tickets from D Cooney

INFORMAL DINNER—14th FEBRUARY 1976

Willerby Manor Hotel—Tickets £2.50 from L Moss.

TEENAGE COMMITTEE

Chairman—Jenny Tripp Secretary—Christine Smith

Treasurer—Sheron Kirk

Committee Ian Gibbons Stephen Hutty

Trudi Johnson Wendy Smith

Ian Stephenson Katie Tripp

I am sure I can speak for all of the teenagers when I say that we are always willing

to give help in any way we can on the rally field—Jenny Tripp

Ten Teenagers went to the Annual Dinner and Dance. This proved an enjoyable

evening which we hope to repeat next year

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FOR MORE DETAILS SEE PAGE 75 OF THE 2014 CENTRE BROCHURE

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EAST YORKSHIRE CENTRE SWIMMING GALA

The East Yorkshire Centre held a Swimming Gala from 1980 up until the early nineteen nineties. During this period the Centre Swimming Gala was an important

weekend in the annual sporting calendar along with the Centre Children’s Sports

and the Manoeuvrability Tests. The event was held at South Hunsley School, Hesslewood Hall, Melton Country Club or wherever the Centre could hold a rally

near to a swimming pool. It eventually disappeared from the Rally Programme

because of the difficulty of finding a suitable venue.

The competitors need to be fairly competent swimmers—judging from the

programme. The following age groups were required to swim in 3 races of 1

length of each of the following:-

Boys aged 8-10, Girls aged 8-10, breaststroke, backstroke and freestyle

Boys aged 11-13, Girls age 11-13, breaststroke, backstroke and freestyle

Boys aged 14-16, Girls aged 14-16, breaststroke, backstroke and free style

1 width for boys and girls up to 7years

2 lengths freestyle for boys aged 17-21 and girls aged 17-21

Ladies Race [Mums] 1 length

Fun Race adults –Male/Female 2 lengths freestyle

Adults only Championship Male/Female 2 lengths freestyle

There was always a fun swim for everyone after the competition—the Chairman

of the Day often an unwilling participant in this!

The Swimming Gala was resurrected in 2007 by Phil Taylor when he was Centre

Sports Officer. The venue was Archbishop Holgate’s School in York where the Swimming Gala was held in conjuction with the Teenagers Halloween Rally. It

was a successful weekend and the Swimming Gala went well. Unfortunately the

school decided they needed the swimming pool at weekends and we were once

again without a venue.

The Centre holds 5 trophies for the Swimming Gala which were originally

designated as follows:-

1] THE PETT FAMILY TROPHY 8-10 year old girls

2] THE MICK & PAULINE KENT JUNIOR TROPHY for boys 8-10

3] THE CONSTABLE INTERMEDIATE TROPHY FOR 11-13 girls

4] THE BRODDLE FAMILY TROPHY for 11-13 boys

5] THE ALAN HAYNES TROPHY for Best Overall My recollections have been put together with reference to Centre Brochures of previous years and with help from the memories of Centre Members. Especial thanks to Mick Kent

who was involved with the Swimming Gala in the early days. Viki Tripp

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THE ORIGIN OF CARAVANNING

The word caravan derives from the word Karwan which was given to groups of merchants which travelled across the desert trade routes of Persia, now called Iran.

In England, the caravan appeared during the early 1800s, long before the

motor vehicle was invented. Their use was functional rather than leisurely.

They were often used as shelter for agricultural workers or travelling coaches for circus and fair-ground showmen. An early reference of such a caravan appears in

Charles Dickens‟ The Old Curiosity Shop of 1840. The fictitious character Mrs

Jarley travels the country with her waxworks show in a van that was: „...not a shabby, dingy, dusty cart, but a smart little house upon wheels, with white

curtains festooning the windows, and window-shutters of green picked out with

panels of a staring red.‟

Travelling communities of Romanies also began

using horse-drawn caravans in the mid 19th Century, previously using tents for shelter. It was

these communities which provided the inspiration

for the first leisure touring caravan The Wanderer.

The Birth of Leisure Touring Caravanning

Caravanning as a leisure pursuit began thanks to the vision of Scottish-born sailor, author and eccentric Dr William Gordon Stables.

He was a great believer in the benefits of outdoor life on the health. Since

childhood he had envied the lifestyle of the Romanies and, inspired by their

traditional caravans, he designed his own Land Yacht named The Wanderer.

Bristol Wagon Works Company was commissioned to manufacture the luxurious horse-drawn caravan which was made from mahogany lined with maple.

In 1885 the caravan took its first trip of 1300 miles from Stables‟ home at

Twyford in Berkshire to Inverness in Scotland.

Caravanning soon began to grow in popularity. Early leisure touring caravanners

were mainly wealthy people who commissioned luxurious horse-drawn homes on wheels. Some of the vans included mod cons such as running water, libraries and

even pianos, while sometimes serving staff accompanied the tours to tend to the

tow-horses or cook dinner.

The pioneers of caravanning labelled themselves as Gentlemen Gypsies and

enjoyed the freedom of the road at the leisurely pace of two miles per hour.

Unlike today, there were no caravan or camp sites to pitch. Instead, caravanners

often applied to landowners for permission to stop on their land. Nearby farms were able to provide food and stabling for the tow-horses along with fresh milk for

the caravanner. These early leisure caravanners were often seen as a novelty.

However, some assumed that these Gentlemen Gypsies were travellers and treated

them with some hostility.

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THE FINAL UPDATE ON RUFFLES—THE

HEARING DOG Ruffles is now 2 years old. He excelled in his advanced training

with the sound-work trainer.

Having had a successful meeting with his potential recipient, Ruffles moved in with Sue and her husband Brian, in Bristol.

Sue’s hearing had deteriorated over many years and she is now

profoundly deaf. Even with her strong hearing aids, Sue suffers Tinatus

which sometimes gets loud and can be stressful. Over time, Sue had become more reliant on her husband. Sue spent a lot of time indoors avoiding social events and

mixing with strangers and didn’t feel secure when she went out.

Since being partnered with Ruffles, all of this has changed. Ruffles has given her a

new lease of life and the confidence to get out more and meet new people.

Sue takes Ruffles when she goes shopping and to social events and they go out

walking in the woods where Ruffles enjoys a paddle in the river. When people see

the Hearing Dog Coat that Ruffles wears, people seem to make an effort to speak

more clearly which helps her to communicate.

Sue is a member of a Bowling Club and recently went on a trip to Dorset, taking

Ruffles with her. He was so very well behaved at the Bowling Rinks that everyone

adored him and made him their official club mascot.

Over the past 30 years, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has created over 1,750 partnerships. Statistics show that deafness now affects up to one in six people in

the United Kingdom, therefore demand for Hearing Dogs is set to grow.

The Hearing Dogs Trust will still support Ruffles with home visits and advice to

ensure he remains happy and healthy throughout his partnership with Sue.

I hope you have enjoyed following Ruffles progress. If you wish to know about

how to sponsor a puppy then speak to me on the rally field or give me a ring.

I am still collecting used stamps to please keep them coming. A few here and a

few there soon add up. Janice Benson

A good time to keep your mouth shut is when you're in deep water.

Gordon Stables even reported stones being thrown at himself and The Wanderer

on his first trip.

How things have changed can you imagine if we travelled at two mile an hour.

Some drivers think we do today when usually it’s the Sunday driver in front but

that’s another story.

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LIFE IN THE 50’S from several people LONG AGO AND FAR AWAY IN A LAND THAT TIME FORGOT BEFORE THE DAYS OF DYLAN OR THE DAWN OF CAMELOT THERE LIVED A RACE OF INOCENTS & THEY WERE YOU & ME FOR IKE WAS IN THE WHITEHOUSE IN THAT LAND WHERE WE WERE BORN WHERE NAVELS WERE FOR ORANGES AND PEYTON PLACE WAS PORN WE LONGED FOR LOVE & ROMANCE & WAITED FOR OUR PRINCE

EDDIE FISHER MARRIED LIZ & NO-ONES SEEN HIM SINCE WE DANCED TO “LITTLE DARLING” & SANG TO “STAGGER LEE” WE CRIED FOR BUDDY HOLLY IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME ONLY GIRLS WORE EARRINGS THEN AND 3 WAS ONE TOO MANY AND ONLY BOYS WORE FLAT-TOP CUTS, EXCEPT FOR JEAN McKINNEY AND ONLY IN OUR WILDEST DREAMS DID WE EXPECT TO SEE

A BOY NAMED GEORGE WITH LIPSTICK, IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME WE’D NEVER SEEN A ROCK BAND THAT WAS GREATFUL TO BE DEAD AND AIRPLANES WERNT NAMED JEFFERSON & ZEPPLINS WERE NOT LED AND BEATLES LIVED IN GARDENS THEN, AND MONKEYS LIVED IN TREES MADONNA WAS MARY, IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME

WE’D NEVER HEARD OF MICROWAVES OR TELEPHONES IN CARS AND BABIES MIGHT BE BOTTLE FED BUT WERE NEVER GROWN IN JARS AND PUMPING IRON GOT WRINKLES OUT & “GAY” MEANT FANCY FREE AND DORMS WERE NEVER CO-ED IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME

WE HADN’T SEEN ENOUGH OF JETS TO TALK ABOUT THE LAG AND MICROCHIPS WERE WHAT WAS LEFT AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BAG

AND HARDWARE WAS A BOX OF NAILS & BYTES CAME FROM A FLEE AND ROCKET SHIPS WERE FICTION IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME WE FELL FOR FRANKIE AVALON, ANNETTE WAS OH SO NICE AND WHEN THEY MADE A MOVIE, THEY NEVER MADE IT TWICE WE DIDN’T HAVE A STARTREK 5 OR PSYCHO 2 OR 3 OR ROCKY-RAMBO 20 IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME

MISS KITTY HAD A HEART OF GOLD & CHESTER HAD A LIMP AND REAGAN WAS A DEMOCRAT WHOS CO-STAR WAS A CHIMP

WE HAD A MISTER WIZZARD BUT NOT A MR T AND OPRAH COULDN’T TALK YET IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME WE HAD OUR SHARE OF HEROS, WE NEVER THOUGHT THEY’D GO AT LEAST NOT BOBBY DARRIN OR MARILYN MONROE FOR YOUTH WAS STILL ETERNAL AND LIFE WAS YET TO BE AND ELVIS WAS FOREVER IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME!

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T-BIRDS CAME WITH PORTHOLES & SIDESHOWS CAME WITH FREAKS

AND SWIM SUITS CAME BIG ENOUGH TO COVER BOTH YOUR CHEEKS

AND COKE CAME JUST IN BOTTLES AND SKIRTS BELOW THE KNEE

AND CASTRO CAME IN POWER NEAR THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME

THERE WERE NO GOLDEN ARCHES OR PERRIER TO CHILL

FISH WERE NOT CALLED WANDA & CATS WERE NOT CALLED BILL

AND MIDDLE AGE WAS 35 AND OLD WAS 43

AND ANCIENT WERE OUR PARENTS IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME

AND SO WE FACE A BRAVE NEW WORLD IN SLIGHTLY LARGER JEANS

AND WONDER WHY THEY’RE USING SMALLER PRINT IN MAGAZINES

AND WE TELL OUR CHILDRENS CHILDREN OF THE WAY IT USED TO BE

LONG AGO & FAR AWAY IN THE LAND THAT MADE ME, ME!

THIS WAS ORIGINALLY FROM USA BUT I THINK WE CAN TO RELATE TO A LOT OF IT

Pre Christmas Meal at Pickering

What a start to a weekend –black skies, a little wind but a cheerful bright entrance

with the illuminations even though the site was closed. We were greeted by the

Rally Marshals, well Barry and stand in Denis, who gave us the option of pitches.

Having main electric makes a difference at this time of the year.

Most folks dressed their vans to add to the feel of Christmas time, Santa delivered on time so the little ones of the rally were happy. Saturday a visit to Thornton le

Dale proved like minded ralliers stopping off spot.

Saturday evening meal;--this had been Joan’s worry as to a replacement venue,

but after we walked into the Caley Arms – problem?, no problem! The sit where

you like, hot food and general chit chat, the evening was a happy memory. Geoff spoilt Joan’s surprise Christmas present by saying she wanted a tablet and he had

bought her an Asprin !

Sunday Flag saw a presentation of a retirement plaque to Finlay Kerr from the

Youth Committee, a good 30 minuets of raffle in the fresh air, coffee and

tea was of a good standard ! so were the biscuits.

All in all a relaxed rally just what we all need before the big day!

Many thanks to the 2 Joans, Barry & Geoff Jan Harrison

PLEASE REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR WHEEL NUTS BEFORE EACH

JOURNEY IN THE SAME WAY AS YOU CHECK LIGHTS AND INDICATORS.

A friend’s little boy wanted a pet spider. Dad went to the pet shop to

shop to purchase one to be told £75.00 each.

“Sorry...”, he said, “...but I can get one cheaper on the web.”

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THE CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS PARTY

IN PICTURES—Sat Dec 12th

THE FOOD SOON WENT!

NUTTY NORMAN TIME

TIME FOR SOME SINGING

SANTA TIME

A GOOD TIME WAS HAD

BY ALL AND SANTA

BROUGHT THEM SOME

LOVELY PRESENTS!

PUT IT IN YOUR DIARY FOR

THIS DECEMBER

SEE P94 OF THE RALLY BOOK

FOR FULL DETAILS.

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DRIFFIELD NEW YEAR 2013/14 Rally Marshals Christine & Denis Brennan,

Lynn & Alan Woodhead, and Joan & Barry Baxter

Thanks go to the above marshals for giving us an exceedingly good rally to start

2014 with. Alan & Lynn took the trouble to put together a treasure hunt around

the streets of Driffield, which was great fun to do along with meeting other ralliers

as we braved the weather looking for clues. A game of Shuffle Board one afternoon in the hall was also well attended giving plenty of camaraderie.

Every evening some form of different entertainment was organised. Fish & Chips

supper first night with " LETS GO RACING", I never won a penny. Another night we were kept amused with a singing duo plus Denis with his disco.

New Years Party, with spot prizes for dancing and plenty of games went on well

until the early hours. For ralliers choosing to stop an extra night there was a game of bingo, HOORAY:

Justice was delivered as I won a game,...taking home with me the money I had

lost on the Hosses. Thanks once again from Jean Baker.

New Year Rally Driffield—A view from visiting centres!

Once again, us Wessies found ourselves marauding either down the M62 or A166 in the direction of Driffield. There were nine families from Dales and even joined

by one from North Yorkshire. I’m pretty certain that there were more visitors from

other centres but these mentioned were just in our crowd. As usual we took up a large area of both the field and the hall and as usual were subject to the usual

banter from Denis throughout the rally. We have been coming here since 1999 and

in that time have seen East Yorkshire members come and go but like us, generally

return year after year.

So why do we keep coming? A venue that is second to none, nice walk into town,

few great hostelries in town where invariably we meet up with old friends. A

social hall that is a few feet away from the caravan, warm, seasonally decorated and well laid out. Three tremendous nights with good food, varied entertainment

and activities where everyone attending is encouraged to join in. I could go on and

on extolling the virtues of this rally but we all know that the main ingredient for

any rally to work just has to be the people behind it.

Alan and Lynne, Barry and Joan and Denis and Christine and their team of willing

helpers. How these members of your centre continue to keep a major rally like

this going over a period of 14 years is just amazing. Old ideas that work are kept

in and new ideas to refresh things are introduced. Who would have thought that this year we would all be part of the BBC new year concert courtesy of a very

large screen set up and provided by members of your centre called the “Barnsley

Mafia” ? I was pleased to be able to give thanks on behalf of visiting centres at

closing flag. Thanks to all of you at East Yorkshire for welcoming us like you do

Howard Jennings [Chairman YDCC.]

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DANCING AT EGGBOROUGH NEW YEAR

Eggborough New Year Rally Just to say we really enjoyed this rally. It is called Wine and Dine,

and we certainly did plenty of both. The catering was excellent as

well as the entertainment. We especially liked the Race night, managed to come out on the winning side and really enjoyed

seeing all the ladies in their fancy hats, I enjoyed getting my posh

hat out of storage for the evening. The nightly table quiz was very good, and some of the questions certainly got us

thinking. Thanks once again to Richard, Janice, Dave, Chris, Tim and June for all

their hard work. Sue and Steve Cowell

EGGBOROUGH NEW YEAR RALLY

A big Thank You to Janice, Richard, Chris, Dave, June & Tim for giving

up their time to entertain us over the New Year. Chief chefs Chris, Tim &

June did us proud with their chicken in white wine sauce and savoury

mince, both were delicious! While Janice & Richard entertained us with

their quizzes, games and dancing ably helped by Dave, Sue, Maurice,

Suzanne and Greg.

Thank you all once again Sue & John Dale

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Burns Night Rally York

The biggest Elsan pit you have ever seen in the corner of the field greeted us when

we arrived it must have taken Richard and John hours to dig it and as far as I know they are still filling it in, but no snow this year just rain but they had laid a metal

road through the field to stop you getting stuck and clean to walk

on to the pub. [For those not there, there were some workmen

laying some sewer pipes for a new nearby housing estate!—Ed]

Friday night started with a sing song with Mel and a competition followed by a supper of sandwiches and real chips and we were

put into our clans. Once again we were the McDuffs willing and

ready to go for what laid ahead tomorrow night.

Saturday morning and a rather wet paper boy (John) delivered my

paper to the door, read it and then had a quick trip into York not much fun walking round in the rain so back to the rally field and

get ready for tonight. Quite a few kilts about and a very novel competition to raise

funds for the Air Ambulance for 50p guess what colour draws Richard wears under his kilt and

you could not cheat because he had

two pairs on one over the other.

Poems and the dressing of the Haggis and the toasts to the Lasses

and Lads and we wee dram to toast

Robbie Burns, the haggis neaps and tatties followed by roast beef or turkey and all the trimmings followed by a lovely

pudding thanks to all the staff at the pub. This was followed by

more competitions and joke telling,

supplied by Janice, and this year we did not come last in the final clan standings

which is a leg up from last year—next year

we will move to the top of the pile!

The flag was also held on Saturday night

so you could have a lie in on Sunday, also a 500th rally plaque was presented to Mark & Yvonne Brooks, well done to them,

and time to thank our marshals, Richard, Janice, John and Sue for a fun packed

rally which made you forget all the rain, this was done by new secretary Linda a first time for her but hopefully not the last

and from all us ralliers thank you and see you

next year. David & Hazel Ferdinand,

Yorkshire Pennine Centre.

THE WINNING CLAN—GRANT

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RALLY SECRETARY

Hi All, Well the rallying season is now in full swing but unfortunately

we had to cancel a few at the start of the season for various reasons.

As I said in the Winter About, I am now well on with the 2015 programme so if you have any ideas for new—especially hard standing ones—or

reintroduced venues, now is the time to talk to me either on the phone or on the

rally-field. If you are interested in being a marshal for the first time then have a

word with me or any member of the Committee and we will do our best to answer

any questions you might have. Denis

P.S. I hope all Rally Marshals have seen the new information about van spacing on the

Web. If not then please read it as soon as possible.

P.P.S. Please note that North Yorkshire now require a non-returnable booking fee of £3 for

their rallies and not £2 as per our Brochure

P.P.P.S. The Spring Bank Rally at Reighton has been cancelled due to sale of the land.

LIST OF FULL RALLIES

R19 Knaresborough R 21 Newton on Rawcliffe R31 Germany R60 Pickering

R79 Pocklington R81 Spaldington R83 Eggborough R88 Eggborough NY

The above rallies may have waiting lists in operation, please contact the Rally

Marshal. If you are on a waiting list for a rally and make other arrangements,

please ring the Marshal to be taken off the waiting list. Also please contact the

Rally Marshal as soon as possible if you need to cancel a rally.

2013 BONFIRE RALLY WAS A GREAT SUCCESS WE ARE AIMING THAT THIS YEAR’S WILL BE EVEN

BETTER SO BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

There will be food stalls a plenty to suit all tastes

& fireworks to make you go “OO!” and “AR!”

REMOTE CONTROL CAR RACING

5 A-SIDE-FOOTBALL

ON ASTRO TURF

CHILDRENS

DISCO

MAKE YOUR

OWN GUYS

FUN AND

GAMES

Would all Rally Marshals please ensure that their accounts are returned to

the Treasurer - Richard Benson - within 21 days of the rally. As a club

we are obliged to follow strict Caravan Club guidelines in how we run our

rallies and we must ensure we always meet the deadlines for our VAT

returns. We really do appreciate everybody who volunteers to be a Marshal

and your cooperation & assistance is much appreciated in this matter.

ALL THIS FOR £16

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SOCIAL REPORT

Hi Folks

I hope all who went to the Informal, at

Bridlington, enjoyed themselves. It was

a sell out. The next event in our Social Calendar is the Formal Dinner & Dance at York

Racecourse where our guest is Jan Moore — a

Vice Chairman of The Caravan Club—and her

husband Daryl.

It is on Saturday September 20th and more details of this and the rally are on page 83 of the Centre Brochure. The menu is on page

32 of this ABOUT. Please book your tickets with me as soon as possible

Happy Easter to you all, Joan

Each year the Membership Secretary receives enquiries from members

who have not received a Rally Book and it is usually found that they

have not renewed their Centre Membership when their annual Club

membership was renewed.

Please note that it is a Caravan Club requirement that all Centre

members ask for their Centre membership to be renewed each year,

by:- (a) completing the slip enclosed with their Club membership

renewal and returning this to the Caravan Club, or (b) renewing

Centre membership through the Caravan Club website.

Centre membership must be renewed each year with the Caravan

Club, even if you pay by direct debit.

VISION PLUS DIRECTIONAL AERIAL

During a visit to the Coachman Factory, a visitor noticed that all of the caravans on the production line had the pointed end of the aerial facing the rear of the

caravan. He queried this and it was explained that the aerial is designed so that the

pointed end of the aerial should face the rear of the caravan whilst towing. It was

also pointed out that this was explained in the instructions and handbook. If the caravan is towed with the pointed end facing the front there is a possibility that the

seals on the mast can become damaged.

However the instructions are slightly confusing and that is probably why so many

vans tow with the aerial the wrong way round. The instructions explain that the

red dot on the mast indicates the front of the aerial for tuning purposes only. When towing, the red dot should be facing the rear of the caravan.

[It goes to show that many people do not read the instructions.]

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SUE HOLROYD’S 65th BIRTHDAY BASH AT SPALDINGTON

On behalf of all the ralliers I would like to thank Sue & John for the lovely buffet they put on for us all at Spaldington. We had use of the Golf Club’s Function

Room which we use on the Saturday for the Valentine’s meal. Sue also had 2

cakes, one fruit and one sponge which were beautifully made by Judy Rickell. As I

was doing the rally thanks I also did the thanks for the Grand Buffet which I did in rhyme and Sue has asked me to reproduce it in the About for those who were not

there. Here’s hoping you have many more birthdays ahead of you Sue!

At your first rally is when we met

at a rally at Brantingham where it was wet

We got on so well that a fortnight later

for the Bonfire Rally you helped us cater.

You were not put off, it fact you were hooked

and so many more rallies did get booked

Things went well and we had a good time

til of something sinister you had a sign

We were all quite shocked, what could we do,

to be of support and help you through

We know that you had a very tough time,

but with John beside you, you would make it through fine

I think your wedding helped you through too

and we all enjoyed a “Right Good Do”

Thankfully now those days are passed

and now this special birthday has come at last

We are so glad we are here with you

to once more have a “Right Good Do”

Thanks for this evening it has been great,

for 5 years time lets Save the Date

So please would everyone here [except Sue,]

raise their glasses with a toast to you. Janice Benson

PHOTOS TAKEN BY JOHN BLOOM

A BIG THANK YOU.

I would like to say " a big thank you " to all my friends who gave me so many lovely

cards and gifts for my 65th birthday. Also to the Rally Marshals Paul, Moira, Jan, Ted and

not forgetting Margaret and Brian, for been so helpful and allowing us to highjack the

Friday evening . Also a big thank you to Judy Rickell for making my two beautiful cakes,

Janice for her poem , and of cause my husband John for putting on the lovely Buffet and

decorating the room. Sue Holroyd

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INFORMAL DINNER—FLAMBOROUGH

Early on the Friday morning it was raining

quite heavily but by the 10am opening time,

the sun had come out and except for a wind,

it was quite a nice day. The rest of the

weekend was much the same so it was nice

not to be using umbrellas and macs to get to

the coach which took us to The Links

for the Informal Dinner.

The meal was

good and

Denis kept the

floor full for

most of the night. We all

had a piece of Ian &

Val’s Golden Wedding

Cake and Richard & I

were presented with the Norman Gowland

Friendship Cup.

Unfortunately after the meal Roy Hall was taken ill and had to go back to

his van. At the end of the evening we heard he had had a heart attack and

was in hospital. Unfortunately he didn’t survive the attack and died during

the night. A minutes silence was held at Flag and the flags were flown at

half mast in respect. [see page 37 for more about Roy]

Joan Baxter was thanked for her hard work in arranging the event and

Yorkshire Dales were told they couldn’t come again as they had won too

many raffle prizes. The Sunday sunshine kept many ralliers there until late

afternoon. Thanks to Joan & Barry and Joan & Geoff for running the rally.

Janice Benson

P.S. Ian and Val Brabiner would like to thank the members of East Yorkshire

Centre and visiting Centres who helped them celebrate their Golden Wedding

Anniversary at the Centre's Informal Diner Dance.

WYKHAM

RALLY

FAMILY

WALK

FEB 2014

PHOTOS BY JOHN BLOOM

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ACROSS THE POND RALLY—EGGBOROUGH

We always like to do Janice and Richard's rallies at Eggborough.

With Sandra and Trevor on the catering you cannot go wrong.

We arrived on Friday with no problems, legs down and set up in

no time, hard standing at this time of year is great, and the

village hall is first rate.

Janice and Richard had not been well , so Ted and Steve sited the vans,

June helped Janice and I believe Tim was making himself available every

where he could. Sandra, Trevor, Doreen and Malcolm where on with the

food preparation, and what a fabulous job they did. We had a Yankee

Yorkshire supper, which turned out to be Yorkshire pudding with sausages,

onions, new potatoes and gravy in it, followed by muffins or donuts.

We had an American theme quiz and low and behold our table won !

Saturday was sunny with a cold wind, so a few people took advantage of

the 10% discount at Wandahome at Knottingley, or used their bus pass and

went shopping elsewhere.

For Saturday evening most of us dressed to fit the Hoedown

theme. We had a fabulous meal, salmon and salad starter

with crusty bread, or pate, main was chicken in a sauce with

vegetables and a suet dumpling.

EDEN CAMP

We had not run Eden Camp before but we thoroughly enjoyed it. Caroline,

Ian, Nathan and Elliot really made it easy. Having free access to the camp

kept everybody busy all weekend and the children loved the adventure

playground.

We were given access to a ‘hut’

for each evening which was

nice to be able to gather in

comfort. Saturday night was a

‘proper’ family social. Caroline

and Ian had everything

organised. There were games for the children and a quiz for the adults.

Dave and I would really like to thank them for their hard work and look

forward to next year.

Kath & Dave Young

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DRAX POWER STATION RALLY

Friday was cold and damp so it was not an

easy job siting the vans, but the marshals all

still had smiles on their faces. They had about

70 vans to site so quite a lot of hard work.

Saturday and Sunday were both bright and sunny which made up for Friday

I think a lot of people went shopping on the Saturday as there were cars

going and coming back all day long. Saturday Night and time to make the

short walk to the Club House for the Hog Roast and entertainment by a

group called “Carefree” who sang a lot of the songs from the 60’s and 70’s

The food was delicious and plenty of it and you could also have a sweet if

you had room for one! It took a while for the dancing to start—we were all

too full to move—but when it did start, the floor was never empty, we even

had the Chairman demonstrating how to do the Head Banger!

We lasted out til midnight although the evening went on for about another

hour, I believe. Bearing in mind that we were to lose an hour in bed and my

other half wanted to be awake for 9am [new time] to watch the Grand Prix

we decided it was time to retire!

Sunday morning Flag was held in more sunshine and so some people

[including us] were reluctant to go home. We didn't win a raffle prize but

we did win the quiz so we were quite pleased.

Thanks to Denis & Christine and Sandra & Trevor for a good weekend. If

there is a hog roast again next year you had better book early as I am sure

the rally will soon get full.

Janice Benson

Dessert was Bill Baileys profiteroles gateau, followed by coffee or tea. We

had some readings between courses about America, then it was on with the

line and barn dancing. Joanne came to help Janice with the line dancing

tuition, so a good time was had by all.

Sunday morning sunny again, flag inside at 11am. We had

a good raffle and the thanks were given by John Holroyd,

then after a last catch up with our friends we had to pack up

and leave for home. Sue Holroyd

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Congratulations

to Chris & Dave Healey’s daughter Leanne who

on Mother’s Day abseiled down the Holiday Inn

in Hull dressed as Spiderman and raised over

£300 for Yorkshire Cancer Research. Well Done!

Leanne’s Story Leanne aged 29, and mum to Joe 10, Felix 8, Charlotte 2, and Oscar 9 months gave up her

Mother’s Day in the unselfish act of abseiling down

14 stories of the Holiday Inn in Hull City Centre for Cancer Research.

Leanne’s motivation to undertake this: “Cancer affects so many peoples life’s in devastating ways. If everyone leaves it

to someone else to raise money we would get nowhere. I have lost many loved

ones and the realisation is each and every one of us is as likely as the next to at some point need that all important cure. Brave people who have beaten and /or

live with Cancer inspire me to help as much as possible

When I went over the edge of the building I felt vulnerable. I felt grateful for my life and lucky as I looked down to look at the faces of family, at people I love, I felt

more alive than ever with adrenaline pumping through my body, but I also tried to

imagine what sufferers go through each day they fight their battle, the brave face

they put on, and how vulnerable they are to this terrible disease. I only experienced it for 5 minutes and was exhausted!!

I was tiny up there on my own, ( sadly I don’t mean I had suddenly become a size

8) Insignificant almost, it really helped focus my mind, on just living— but together... we can help to raise enough money to find a cure.”

Drax Power Station 28, 29, 30th March

I feel I have to congratulation, Sandra, Trevor, Denis and

Christine on this rally which we thoroughly enjoyed.

Saturday night was given over to food and festivities, with the hog roast, what a

treat (although I am sure that the pig would not think so!) and then live music from

the group Carefree. Even Dave and I knew all the songs! We know that rallies

like this don’t just happen; they take lots of planning and organisation.

Even the weather was kind to us, and we all went home full and happy. Thank you

all once again, if rally marshals do not organise rallies , then we the ralliers would

not have anywhere to go and enjoy ourselves and meet up with our friends.

Keep up the good work. Chris and Dave Healey

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LEVEN RALLY—APRIL 2014 We would just like to thank Jane, Neil, Maureen and Steve for the wonderful

weekend we have had with them at Leven.

This was a new venue so we didn't know what to expect but when we arrived it was a lovely rally field. The marshals had been busy and already put up the

white party tent ready for our weekend. We got legs down and it was coffee

and chat time and a discussion as to what we could draw for the competition to put in our window. The marshals gave us the name of a film and a blank sheet

of paper to draw a clue to the name of the film, this caused quite a bit of confusion

between us, because none of us watch many films. We did our best and put our

drawings in our windows for other ralliers to come round and have a guess

Friday night invited into tent for coffee at eight and a general social catch up

with our fellow ralliers. Not quite sure who made the Lemon Drizzel cake and the Fruit Loaf that went with the coffee but they were delicious.

Saturday we sat around chatting and eventually went for a walk down the village.

We were back in the party tent for a night of fun. Started off with a game of Chinese Bingo which caused quite a stir when a child was taken off a seat, the first

to do this was our very own rally secretary Denis who got quite a response from us

all. In the end there were four prizes for the lucky one sat on the seats. Barry was

one of them and won his favourite—a box of biscuits. The night was going well and everyone was enjoying themselves then Steve started his bingo night.

I have been rallying quite a number of years and never ever have I heard an

American bingo caller - great fun - wont say any more about this except if you get the chance to go on this rally next year please book it, we will be.

Then if that wasn't enough, the marshals came round with plates of sandwiches which were a surprise and very well received. But they did’nt stop there, they

came in with plates of cakes next. Joan and I were having a problem trying not

to eat the cakes but we had to give in to one piece.

By then it was nearly time to close the social so we all just sat around chatting. Sunday morning coffee cakes and biscuits were served up. the raffle was out.

Jane did her thank you to everyone for coming on the rally, it was our pleasure

Jane. The lucky vans were drawn, the prize for the completion was given, kids sweets were handed out as there was only a few children on the rally.

I was selling equipment and the tuck shop and Denis did the thanks to the

marshals for an excellent weekend. We would just like to say out thanks for a most enjoyable weekend and we look forward to being on your next rally at Leven.

Thank you again Jane, Neil, Maureen and Steve

Joan & Barry Baxter / Joan & Geoff Kirk

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A Journey to 1000 Rallies Doreen and Malcolm Worsnop, joined the East Yorkshire Centre in 1977.

They started rallying in 1977 and completed their 1000th rally at Middleton

in the year 2004.

They began rallying to encourage their

children Dawn and Martin to

socialise. Both Dawn and Martin took

up the position of chair of the

Teenage Section of the Centre. They

were introduced to rallying by

workmates who invited them to Castle

Howard and Hesslewood orphanage.

This was the sports event at that time

and the children enjoyed it so much that

when Mum and Dad asked them would

you like us to get a caravan they both

immediately said yes

Malcolm and Doreen pictured at Eggborough New Year Rally

2013/14 with the trophy presented to them at Middleton in 2004.

So the journey began, their first rally in 1977 was on the school field at

Bempton. At this rally, they were invited to the social in the village hall

having never been to a social event before they decided to go. When

Doreen opened the door of the village hall, she turned to Malcolm and said

we cannot go in here they are all in evening dress. We are not dressed

suitably. At that moment, two other ralliers appeared in ordinary clothing.

They entered the hall, so Malcolm, Doreen and children followed them to

find that the ladies in evening dress were the male contestants in the Miss

Bempton Competition, one of whom had a beard!

Their first van was a Minster Huntsman, built in Beverley. The children

were in the bunk and the hammock at the rear of the van. The van was

changed after 1 year, as the bunks were too small for them. A Mustang

Stallion was the next van.

They have fond memories of the wheelbarrow race at Driffield. Where

centre members dressed as gnomes were sat in the barrows for the race.

They were having lunch in their costumes, whilst seated around the

mushrooms that Malcolm had made from dustbin lids and paper mache.

The people driving by were very curious about the Gnomes.

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In 1978 they were really tested when they attended a rally at Humnanby.

The field was a quagmire and the person who had offered to tow them off

decided to partake of a liquid lunch, by the time they eventually got home it

was after 6pm. They then discovered they had lost the house key,

fortunately, Grandma lived not far away and the children went to collect the

spare.

One rally they ran turned into a quagmire and the yellow flag was flying.

The vans had to be got off the field; a well-known rally secretary had to

fetch a tow truck to assist. They also had help from another member who

used ropes and block and tackle. Other members including one who was

expecting, pushed vans off of the field. Malcolm and Doreen soon stopped

her. They ran a rally at York, not realising that the Cheshire Centre had

been invited to join with them. They had 400 vans turn out for this,

fortunately there were 6 rally marshals. They then decided to organise a

social in the School Hall—brave people!!!!

They continued from their 1000th milestone to complete their 1000th East

Yorkshire Centre rally at Flamborough in 2011. These dedicated pair have

now reached a total in excess of 1300 rallies. They are aiming to achieve

1400 by the end of the year, which will include 1100 East Yorkshire Centre

rallies.

This is the first of a series of items about our Centre members who have

received the 1000 rally award. Tim Norris

A SPECIAL APOLOGY TO DEREK & SUE BRICE

You may have seen in the March edition of the

Caravan Club Magazine, a photo of Denis &

Christine Brennan receiving their 1000th Rally

Plaque, with the article saying they are the third in

our Centre to do so. Malcolm & Doreen Worsnop

and Len & Mary Stead were the two others. How-

ever Derek and Sue have also done 1000 Rallies

and were presented with their plaque in October

2012. The Committee apologise for this omission and hope that Derek &

Sue will continue to do many more rallies both with our Centre and others.

What's a monsters favourite game? Swallow the leader.

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Three friends from the local congregation were asked, "When you're in

your casket, and friends and congregation members are mourning over you,

what would you like them to say?"

Artie said, "I would like them to say I was a wonderful husband, a fine

spiritual leader, and a great family man."

Eugene commented, "I would ike them to say I was a wonderful teacher

and servant of God who made a huge difference in people's lives.."

Al said, "I'd like them to say, 'Look, he's moving!' M.H.

COPY OF LETTER SENT BY THE CLUB CHAIRMAN—GRENVILLE

CHAMBERLAIN—TO EVERY CENTRE OF THE CARAVAN CLUB

Smith climbs to the top of Mt. Sinai to get close enough to talk to God. Looking up, he asks the Lord. "God, what does a million years mean to you?"

The Lord replies, "A minute."

Smith asks, "And what does a million dollars mean to you?"

The Lord replies, "A penny." Smith asks, "Can I have a penny?" from Margaret Hearty

John was on his deathbed and gasped pitifully, "Give me one last request, dear," he said. "Of course, John," his wife said softly.

"Six months after I die," John said, "I want you to marry Bob."

"But I thought you hated Bob," she said..

With his last breath John said, "I do!" another from Margaret Hearty

CHRISTMAS CRACKER JOKE FROM JUNE HALL

What do you call two robbers? A pair of Nickers!

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MOVING TO A CARE HOME [sent in by Jean Baker]

There’s an old chap come to our care home, Rather quiet, but nicely dressed,

Keeps himself to himself most of the time, He needs time to get settled, I guessed.

Someone said: He’s a very good pianist, We’ve a Steinway, he might like to play.

Who knows, we might have a bit of a sing-song. That would certainly brighten our day.

Do you think he could play some Glenn Miller? Or maybe some Irving Berlin?

We’ll Meet Again, or The White Cliffs Of Dover, or When They Begin the Beguine?

We certainly don’t need any song sheets Word perfect we’ll be, don’t you fret

There might be things we just can’t remember Words of songs, though, we never forget

I’m not sure what the next generation will sing When they’re in a care home like me.

I doubt very much if they’ll have a sing song So they won’t know how great it can be

You see that is the problem with pop songs, They come and go quick as a flash,

Just like the singers and most of the bands, Number One for a week then.......crash

So what are the poor fans left with? Nothing memorable, Beatles maybe,

But they don’t have the lyrics and melodies we had, Nor the memories, like you and me.

So I hope the new bloke can be tempted, He’s maybe just waiting the chance

I bet if he played us a St Bernard Waltz We’d jump out of our wheel chairs and dance!

[How many ralliers can identify with this poem..... not many just yet I hope]

If there was a shred of doubt that the world is totally insane, this will remove it. Only Divine intervention can restore us to sanity. This says it all…….

Pythagoras' Theorem: .........................24 words.

Lord's Prayer: .......................................... 66 words.

Archimedes' Principle: .................................67 words.

Ten Commandments: .......................................179 words.

Gettysburg Address: ................................................286 words.

US Declaration of Independence : ..............................1,300 words.

US Constitution with all 27 Amendments: ........................7,818 words.

EU Regulations on the Sale of CABBAGES: ......................26,911 words

IMPOSSIBILITIES IN THE WORLD… 1) You can't count your hair.

2) You can't wash your eyes with soap.

3) You can't breathe when your tongue is out.

THESE WERE SENT TO ME BY Sue Holroyd

Women and cats will do as they please,

and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.

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MENU FOR THE FORMAL DINNER DANCE—SEPTEMBER 2014

Honey Roast Delice of Salmon with Fresh Cold Water Prawns

served with Marie Rose Sauce OR

Carpaccio of Honeydew Melon with Orange,Mint & Apricot Salsa,

Tinbale of Raspberry

* * * * * * *

Cream of Forest Mushroom Soup with Chopped Chervil & Parsley OR

Fruit Juice

* * * * * * *

Tender Beef with Baby Onions & Mushrooms

Traditional Yorkshire Pudding & Rich Ale Sauce OR

Scorched Chicken Breast, Asparagus. Mushroom & Pepper Risotto,

Brandy Cream & Shard of Continental Ham OR

Gateau Aubergine Crisp and Truffled Risotto, Wild Mushroom Tatin.

Roast Tomato Ravioli & Tomato Cream

* * * * * * *

Duo of Sticky Toffee Pudding & Toffee Sauce,

Chocolate Brownie & Ice Cream OR

Citrus Tart with Cointreau Buns & Raspberry Fool OR

Selection of three cheeses served with biscuits. celery & grapes

* * * * * * *

Coffee and Mints

DANCING IS TO SILOUETTE

PLEASE ORDER YOUR TICKETS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

FROM JOAN BAXTER—PRICE £39.50

GUEST SPEAKER IS MRS JAN MOORE

A VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE CARAVAN CLUB

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Quest Blenheim Awning,

unused, still in unopened

box. Size 15 (1000) £400

Ring Keith Charlesworth on:07949136026

or email [email protected] [like this one]

WANTED! WANTED! WANTED!

Calling all bakers! I need contributions for the Cake Stall at the Chairman’s

Charity Rally - Cakes, Buns, Biscuits etc.

Thanks Linda Jones

* * * * *

Have you any unwanted soft toys in good condition. You can give them to

me any time and I will take care of them until the Chairman’s Charity Rally

Tim Norris

* * * * *

Joan Kirk and I are running a Sweets & Chocolates Tombola at the

Chairman’s Charity Rally. All contributions will help us raise a lot of

money. Thanks in advance Joan Baxter

* * * * *

I am willing to organise the Tombola for the Charity Rally but need a team

of people to run it on the day. I also need volunteers to man other stalls

Janice Benson

I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM SOME OF YOU!

SALEABLE ITEMS

We now have a selection of different toilet blue liquids for

sale along with pink flush. In addition, we have year bars,

anniversary bars, rallies attended bars and other centre

branded gifts or presents.

These are available on lots of rallies from John Holroyd,

Dave Young, Joan Baxter or Tim Norris

THERE ARE 17 EASTER BUNNIES IN THIS ABOUT—DO YOU AGREE?

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ALL THE PHOTOS BELOW ARE MADE OF CARDS—CREATED BY BRYAN BERG—

POSSIBLY THE ONLY PROFESSIONAL CARD STACKER IN THE WORLD

POSITIVELY BRILLIANT

ANOTHER INCREDIBLY TALENTED MAN CALLED ERIC—PAINTED THESE WALLS

BEFORE PICTURES

AFTER PICTURES

WOW!

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Caravan deaths avoidable

A father and son who died in a caravan fire at a caravan park near

Barmouth, Gwynedd, in June 2 years ago, died as the result of an

accident, an inquest determined. A granddaughter was rescued but

suffered 65% burns. It is thought that the fire was caused by an extension

lead in an awning which had not been fully unwound, permitting it to over-

heat. It was speculated that this would also have caused a transformer

attached to a cool box to overheat. It is believed that a flashover occurred,

causing an explosion. A smoke detector was fitted, but it had no battery.

This is something that could happen to most of us!

We all try to keep tidy and not unwinding the extension lead keeps it tidy!

Is this really a good idea?

Also most of us have at some point disconnected the battery in the smoke

alarm because ‘it goes off when cooking the toast’, have we put it back?

There are good ships There are wood ships There are ships that sail the sea

But the best ships are the friend ships And may they ever be Sue Holroyd

Dear All

I would like to take this opportunity to say a big THANK YOU to everyone

for the cards, phone calls, texts and best wishes that Sue & I received

during my recent illness.

They made a big difference. Steve Edwards

5 MPH MAXIMUM SPEED ON THE RALLY FIELD

That’s walking pace!

DID YOU KNOW?

"Listen" and "Silent" use the same letters?

The words "race car" spelled backwards still spells "race car"

"Eat" is the only word that if you take the first letter and move it to the

last, it spells its past tense "Ate"?

If corn oil is made from corn, and vegetable oil is made from vegetables,

what is baby oil made from?

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OBITUARY

ROY SYRETT

Our dad sadly passed away on Tuesday 12th March. He had been ill with COPD

for quite some time. Our family used to go caravan rallying in the 70s, 80s and 90s

(Roy, Lynn, Jackie and Toni ), enjoying the activities, friendship and camaraderie that the club brought. Our first rally was Rosedale Abbey on the

Easter weekend of 1974.

Dad was a committee member for a number of years and may best be

remembered for bringing home the Centre’s first ever silverware in 1978. He

coached the Under 16s, five-a-side football team to victory at the Northern

Centres Rally that year.

Roy went on to win the prestigious Goodwill Trophy later on that season, after all

the goodwill and pride the big football win generated for the centre. It may seem

inconsequential now, but way back then, it was huge!!

Roy became the East Yorkshire Centre’s assistant sports officer the following year, eventually becoming the Sports Officer for a number of years. He even

managed the England football squad at the International Caravan Club Rally at

Cheltenham Racecourse in 1979, when we attended (brilliant rally, by the way)

He was absolutely thrilled to be asked to be the England Manager and it was his

first claim to fame.

Our parents ran many rallies over the years, including the Hare and Hounds at

Holme Upon Spalding Moor, Eastrington Show and the New Year Rally at

Wykeham. I’m sure there were more, but I can’t seem to remember them right now. But being members of the East Yorkshire Centre brought our family many

happy memories.

Our family were also regular ralliers with some of the other Yorkshire Centres,

especially South Yorkshire and Yorkshire Dales. Roy’s other claim to fame was

making the nearly 1000 mile journey from Madrid to Calais in one fell swoop… just so they could enjoy a little bit more Viva Espana before boarding the ferry,

England bound!!

Our Mum Lynn sadly died in 2002. But Dad continued to be pretty active until

just a few years ago, visiting me, Toni, and my family in London, Ontario, Canada

as often as we would let him!!

Toni Doody [nee Syrett] & Jackie Wood [nee Syrett]

THANK YOU

I would like to say a big thank you for cards and condolences sent from all

the caravanners which I received on Gordon’s death last November.

Yours sincerely Elsie Preston

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AUDREY MAY KING May 1935—March 2014

On Wednesday March 19th, Audrey King of Hutton Cranswick, lost her

fight with cancer. Her funeral was on Thursday 27th March.

Audrey and Dennis were married in May 1956 and had 2 sons Nicholas and

Andrew. They have 5 grandchildren and one great grandson. Dennis and

Audrey caravanned for over 35 years. Audrey’s favourite

place of all was Scotland, especially the far north. The Lake

District was a close second as Audrey just loved Hills and

Mountains. Audrey also loved heading off to the corner of

any grass field for the weekend with her East Yorkshire

Centre friends. She organised and ran, with others,

several rallies over the years. Audrey always maintained

that she wanted her ashes to be placed in the Hub Cap of the

caravan wheel, as this would allow her to continue travelling forever.

Audrey was very formidable lady, a very strong character who if she

thought it, she said it, and no exceptions we're made. Audrey enjoyed

socialising and would enter into conversation with anyone. She enjoyed

talking about families, holidays and life experiences.

Travel overseas with good friends and family also became a passion. In

retirement, she visited Canada, America, Switzerland and various other

countries over the years.

The above was an extract from the eulogy spoken at her funeral J.V.B.

Roy Hall died as a result of a heart attack on the evening of the Informal Dinner at Flamborough in March. His funeral was in

Beverley on Thursday 20th March where many members of our

Centre went to pay their last respects. Roy and his wife June have

been rallying with East Yorkshire for many years and were also great supporters of the National Rally. Our sympathy goes to June

and her daughter and family on their sad loss.

BEREAVEMENT

Only a matter of days after the Winter Edition was published we learnt of the death of another of our long standing members—

BERNARD WAYLAND who will be remembered by the “older

members” as being the man who introduced solar panels to the Centre. His funeral

was on Dec 23rd and we send our condolences to his widow May and his daughter

Chris Hastie and her family and Chris’s sisters and their families.

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BIRTHDAYS FROM EASTER

20th DAVE YOUNG

25th MARGARET DANBY 65

25th JOHN HEARTY 72

30th STEVE COWELL 65

MAY

8th IAN BRABINER

9th GARY RHODES 50

18th BRIAN DANBY 66

18th MARGARET HEARTY 71

22nd JOHN BLOOM 80

26th EDNA FOX

29th SUZANNE CLARKSON 59

JUNE

5th JUNE GILLATT 13th SANDRA MARTIN

14th JUNE NORRIS 62

15th PAUL GILLATT

18th MIKE TRIPP 78

HAPPY GOLDEN WEDDING

TO VAL & DEREK BRADY

JUNE 20th

IN 2013 EAST YORKS FELLOWSHIP

PLAQUES WERE PRESENTED TO

Pete & Jenny Akester

Richard & Janice Benson

Ian & Val Brabiner

Derek & Sue Brice

Andrew & Lynn Clarkson

Paul Devey

Paul & June Gillatt

John & Sue Holroyd

Tim & June Norris

Ted Robson & Jan Harrison

Mike & Viki Tripp

Malcolm & Doreen Worsnop

Trevor & Sandra Wright

Dave & Kath Young

CONGRATULATIONS

IN 2013 EAST YORKS TWENTY PLAQUES

WERE PRESENTED TO

Malcolm & Margaret Adams

Maurice & Sue Agar

Pete & Jenny Akester

Richard & Janice Benson

Derek & Sue Brice

Andrew & Lynn Clarkson

Paul & June Gillatt

Geoff & Joan Kirk

Ted Robson & Jan Harrison

Malcolm & Doreen Worsnop

Trevor & Sandra |Wright

TO LEN & MARY STEAD ON REACHING THEIR 1,100th RALLY AT MIDDLETON WAR WEEKEND

IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY GIVEN

ME YOUR BIRTHDAYS TO PUT IN

FUTURE “ABOUTS” THEN PLEASE

EMAIL ME WITH THEM. I WOULD

ESPECIALLY LIKE TO HAVE SOME

CHILDRENS BIRTHDAYS. ALSO

SPECIAL ANNIVERSARIES, NEW

ARRIVALS AND SPECIAL RALLIES!

EMAIL: [email protected]

SEE GREEN PAGES IN THE 2014

BROCHURE FOR MORE DETAILS

OF HOW TO GET THESE PLAQUES

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THANKS AGAIN TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN ME STAMPS FOR THE HEARING

DOGS CHARITY. AS I HAVE SAID BEFORE—EVERY LITTLE HELPS! J.V.B.

THE MARSHALS AT EGGBOROUGH NEW YEAR WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE RALLIERS FOR HELPING TO RAISE A TOTAL OF £80 FOR

OUR CENTRE CHARITY—THE YORKSHIRE AIR AMBULANCE

CONGRATULATIONS TO TED ROBSON

FOR WINNING THE GOODWILL

TROPHY IN 2013 FOR HELPING

A CARAVANNING FAMILY IN

DISTRESS WHILST HE WAS ON

HOLIDAY IN THE LAKE DISTRICT

AT AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY.

THIS WAS PRESENTED TO HIM

BY TIM & SANDRA AT THE

MARCH EGGBOROUGH RALLY

THE CITATION READS AS FOLLOWS:-

I wish to nominate Ted Robson to receive the Goodwill Trophy for 2013. This stems from the report in the AGM edition of the About of the assistance

provided to the young couple who had got into difficulties when trying to turn

round after taking a wrong road. Without his help in a remote part of the Lake

District they would have had a very expensive recovery charge.

Using his own car, Ted had assisted them to get their caravan back on the road and safely on their way. This was the first time they had been away in their

caravan. He also gave them guidance on the clear defects in the roadworthiness of

their caravan which hopefully has led them to get these fixed and thereby avoid an

accident waiting to happen.

It was for this sort of deed this Trophy was originally presented to the Centre and as such he is a worthy candidate to receive this award Richard Benson

BELATED CONGRATULATIONS TO

ANN & FRED BRYAN ON THEIR

55th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY AT

THE DRAX RALLY IN MARCH

CONGRATULATIONS

TO TIM NORRIS ON HIS APPOINTMENT AS

VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE EAST YORKSHIRE CENTRE.

BELATED CONGRATULATIONS TO

CHRIS & DAVE HEALEY ON THEIR

20th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

ON THE 9th APRIL

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SAVE THE DATE—MAYDAY 2015

EAST YORKSHIRE CENTRE’S

40th BIRTHDAY RALLY

DRIFFIELD SHOWGROUND

MEAL OUT

DOG SHOW

CHARITY

FAYRE

CRAIG HARPER—BACK BEAT

CAKE & WINE

FAMILY

WALK

CHILDREN’S CLUB

POSSIBLE

HOEDOWN

WEDNESDAY

APRIL 29th TO

TUESDAY

MAY 5th 2015

THIS PROGRAMME MAY BE SUBJECT TO SOME CHANGES

ALL THIS FOR £40 FOR

THE 3 DAY WEEKEND

PLUS £7.50 A NIGHT FOR

ANY EXTRA NIGHTS

TREASURE

HUNT

RAFFLE AUCTION OF

PROMISES

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