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Notice of Bereavement

Mrs Margaret McLaren

 

It’s with sadness I have to report the Death of a passed East Centre member Margaret McLaren
Margaret died last Monday and her service is taking place tomorrow Friday 30th July at Warriston Crematorium at 11.30.
 
Apologies for this notice being late posted.
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Notice of Bereavement

Mr. John Riley

I regret to inform you that John Riley, a long standing member of Fife and Tayside Centre for over 41 years,
passed away on Friday 23 July 2010 after a short illness.
John, along with his wife Jean and her guide dog, Wilkie, were a familiar sight on the rally field and had many friends in the Caravan Club. John's funeral will be held on Saturday 31 July 2010 at Kirkcaldy Crematorium at 10.15am to which all friends are invited.
 
Our thoughts are with his wife, Jean, and her family at this sad time.

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 New Grandchild

Iain and Eleanor White are proud to announce the birth of their new Grandson, Logan James Sulkey, born on 2nd July weighing 6lb 5oz.
Iain is of course a Past West Centre Chairman.
 



We wish Emma, Iain & Eleanor's Daughter and Husband Mike Sulkey, every Happiness and Congratulations.
Also best wishes to Eleanor and Iain too on the birth of their 2nd grandchild

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Green Flag Caravan heads North

 The Green Flag / Mayday Caravan heads north to Aberdeen after many years in the running, The draw was held at the National Rally for the first time and was won by Doug & Iris Clare from Aberdeen, North Scotland Centre members, They thought that there leg was being pulled after the draw was made and members from there own Scottish Division informed them of the news, they just laughed it off until two members from the Green Flag stand visited them and all became true, this is as far as we know is the first time the caravan has been won by a member from North of the border and I’m sure we all wish them the best in there new van.

 While on the National Rally I would like to congratulate Andrea Goodall, also a North Scotland member in winning the ladies fun run at the National once again, and while keeping it in the family her father Olly Turner has won the Scottish Golf Competition for the 11th (yes eleventh) time, well done to all who took part in events over the past month in keeping the Scottish Division Top Trumps in competitions.

 We look forward to seeing you all at Sledfeld House next year to keep up the good work you do for Scottish Division at the National Rally and lets hope the Caravan comes North of the Border Again.

 
For More Photos From The Caravan Club National Rally 2010 Click Here

Andrew Baird (jnr)

SCC North Centre Chairman

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SPORTING STARS

 At the Caravan Club National, held at weston Park.
 Andrea Goodall (daughter of Joyce and Olly Turner) completed the fabulous feat of recording her third win in a row in the ladies section of the Fun Run, completing the 3 mile (approx) run in 17 minutes 10 sec.   
 We should perhaps mention at this point that Olly won the SCC Golf again and so the Turner family completed a unique double on the sports field.  
 Congratulations to them both.   
More Photographs of Olly and Andrea can be found in the photo gallery under Scottish Celebrations within the National Caravan Club photos.

For More Photos From The Caravan Club National Rally 2010 Click Here

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Thanks from Fred.

Fred Sewell wishes to thank all who sent cards and get well messages due his recent accident at the Follow on rally.
 Fred is out of plaster now and is on the recovery road now!

Although not able to drive for a few more weeks yet, Fred is having to be driven around by Janice !!!! 

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Scottish What's On Leaflet 2010

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New Grandchild

Darren Devine Past Teenage Chairman of the East Centre and his partner Rhona,
had a new baby son named Ross, on Saturday, May 15th,  at 5.10 am.
 Ross weighed 8lbs 2 oz and is a lovely new little brother for Lewis.

 He is of course another beautiful Grandson for Margaret and Iain Devine

 

new  The Photos taken at this years Scottish National Rally are now on the website.  new
To view these and perhaps purchase some, or all Click Here

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Do you live in the Dumfries Area?
Do you require caravan storage facilities?
Then please click on this link for more information

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new      New Grandson for Stuart & Janice Mack      new

Pictured below is Stuart Junior.
 Stuart who was born on Friday 30th April at 10.37pm weighing a massive 10lb 10oz.



Congratulations to Mum & Dad

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Why not have a look at this link and see what you think.
http://www.nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/?location_id=19

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     Some photos from Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull volcano    

As ash from Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull volcano continued to keep European airspace shut down over the weekend, affecting millions of travelers around the world, some government agencies and airlines clashed over the flight bans. Some restricted airspace is now beginning to open up and some limited flights are being allowed now as airlines are pushing for the ability to judge safety conditions for themselves. The volcano continues to rumble and hurl ash skyward, if at a slightly diminished rate now, as the dispersing ash plume has dropped closer to the ground, and the World Health Organization has issued a health warning to Europeans with respiratory conditions. Collected here are some images from Iceland over the past few days. (35 photos total)

www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/04/more_from_eyjafjallajokull.html  

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       New appointment at The Caravan Club    

 Nick Lomas will succeed Trevor Watson as Director General of The Caravan Club and will begin his new role on 4th May 2010.Lomas brings to this job a breadth of relevant experience - having worked at The Club as Director of Marketing since 2005

The Caravan Club is Europe's premier touring organisation representing the interests of one million caravanners, motor caravanners and trailer tenters. The Club operates the largest privately-owned network of quality sites in the UK (around 3,000), and works with over 200 sites in Europe.
Lomas comments, "I see this as one of the best jobs in caravanning, and indeed the entire tourism industry. The Caravan Club is in its 103rd year and has a strong ethos of representing its one million members and providing them with quality products and services. I look forward to working with Club Committees, staff, industry colleagues and Parliamentarians to continue the work of The Club and drive forward this much respected cornerstone of the British tourism industry."

Retiring Director General, Trevor Watson, comments, "The Caravan Club has experienced significant growth in recent years and Nick is ideally placed to build on the successes of The Club. I know Nick already has the full support of The Club staff and Committee Members and I am sure he will have the full support of everyone else in our industry. I hope he finds his time as Director General as rewarding and enjoyable as I have."

Grenville Chamberlain, Chairman of The Caravan Club who was responsible for appointing Lomas comments, "Nick Lomas has extensive knowledge of The Club and the tourism industry. I know he has the enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism that is deserving of our organisation. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Trevor Watson for his years of service and dedication to The Club and to welcome Nick Lomas to his new role."

Thanks to Mr. Ian Bennett for this report.

New for 2010 Rallies

 All of next year’s rallies have been plotted on Bing Maps.
This is a way to check post codes and to see where all Scottish Centre's are rallying.
 The links are all on a special page but you need to have signed up to MSN live who run the maps.
 Please have a look and see what you think.
I think this will be a useful addition to the website.


Click HERE and follow the Links

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        West Centre Update    

Sanquhar - West                                               20th – 23rd August 2010
Change of Date

Riding of the Marches Rally

For more information on this Rally, Click Here

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West Centre Events


The Scottish Open Golf Championship at Loch Lomond.

Click here for Booking Form

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Blackpool Here We Come October Rally.

Click Here for Booking Form

 

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East Centre Events

Inverkeithing - East                                     25th – 27th June 2010

 
new     Changes to Fordell Firs Rally Click here for more information    new
Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances this event has had to be cancelled.

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East Centre French Holiday Rally 2010
Click Here For More Information On The Above Event

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new      Click here for your copy of the Jubilee Rally edition of our Digest.     new
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North Centre Events

Laurencekirk - North                                           28th – 30th May 2010

             ‘Maybee’ Rally           

Due to illness this Rally is now cancelled.
The North Centre Rally Secretary and Committee apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

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The North Centre A.G.M. Meeting venue has had to be changed due to circumstances beyond our control, it is still being held in Ballater on September 18th at 2pm, but is now being held in the Glenaden Hotel, the Square, Ballater.

North Centre Newsletter March 2010 ( Click Here )
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New Year Rally 2010

       I have received confirmation for another 10 pitches for The North Centre's New Year Rally 
I will hold these until 30th September 2010 then release back to The Caravan Club if not used.

                                                   Bruce Fenton S.C.C. Rally Secretary North Centre

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Fife & Tayside Centre Events

150th Open Golf Championship

Click here for updated Booking Form

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Highland Centre Update

Change of marshal for Elgin Rally [page 62] 5-7th November Click here for more information

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                     Dumfries & Galloway Centre                         

Dumfries & Galloway Centre Vice Chair's Holiday Rally, Kirby Lonsdale 9th - 19th July 2010

Due to lack of interest This Rally is now Cancelled

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Dumfries & Galloway Centre

Balmaclellan - Dumfries & Galloway         Please note change of dates      5th – 9th August 2010

Alternative Games Rally

For more information Click Here
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For corrections to 2010 Rally Book Click Here.
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Ramsay McAuley of The South West Centre has been very busy compiling an S.C.C. Roll of Honor
and same for the 7 Centre's.
Ramsay would be very grateful to anyone who can add any information.
 ramsay_mcauley@hotmail.com
Please click on the links for all the information

S.C.C Roll of Honor updated January 10
Centres Roll of Honor updated January 10

Notes Regarding the Formation S.C.C..doc


At The Scottish Caravan Club Annual General Meeting held on Saturday 11th October at Alva.
The winner of the Alba Shield Trophy was George Mackay from The South West Centre.




Winning Photo taken by George

All other entries can be viewed in the Photo Gallery

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Forth Coming Events

July Rallies

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East Centre Events

Kelso - East                                                        14th – 17th May 2010

Invitation to Northumberland Centre

Border Vintage Agricultural Association Show
Site at: Springwood Park Kelso, TD5 8LS.
Signposted from: The Kelso end of the A699 St. Boswells to Kelso road.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday Auction and Evening Dance. Sunday Show (at an extra cost)
Probably a get together in the evening dependant on numbers staying.
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.50 Site Fee: £4.25
Saturday Social: Adults: Free Children: Free
Rally Officers: Donald Baird & Friends
Enquiries to: Donald Baird
Telephone No: 0131 334 7591

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Dunfermline - East                                          11th – 13th June 2010

Invitation to Fife and Tayside Centre
 
On The Buses
Site at: Lathalmond Bus Museum, KY12 0SJ.
Signposted from: A823.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday Social. Bus Museum open on Sunday.
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.00 Site Fee: £3.50
Saturday Social: Adults: £2.50 Children: £1.50
Rally Officers: Liz & David Ross
Enquiries to: E. Ross
Telephone No: 01383 622704 Mobile No: 07977 181907
Email:
lizros1@aol.com

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Inverkeithing - East                                     25th – 27th June 2010

Fordell Firs Rally

Site at: Fordell Firs Nursery, KY11 7EZ.
Signposted from: B916.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday DIY BBQ weather permitting.
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.50 Site Fee: £4.00
Enquiries to: Mrs A Hadley
Telephone No: 01383 414 327
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West Centre Events
 

Abington - West                                                  11th – 13th June 2010

Down on the Farm

Site at: Lettershaws Farm by Abington, ML12 6TA.
Signposted from: A702 Abington.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 10.00am.
Programme: DIY BBQ on Field.
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.50 Site Fee: £5.50
Rally Officers: Sheila & Gordon Hynd, Margaret & Andy Tannock
Enquiries to: Sheila Hynd
Telephone No: 01698 883121 Mobile No: 07814 520313
Email:
sheila@sccwestcentre.co.uk

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Haddington - West                                         25th – 27th June 2010

Concorde

Site at: East Fortune Farm (Next to CL.) EH39 5JU.
Signposted from: See Page 548 of the 2009/10 CC Handbook.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 10.00am.
Programme: Games on the field Sat 13.00. Evening DIY BBQ and Quiz
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.50 Site Fee: £6.00
Saturday Social: Adults: £1.50 Children: £1.00
Rally Officers: Marion & Fred O’Brien, Janet & Robert McAllister
Enquiries to: Fred O’Brien
Telephone No: 0141 336 6714 Mobile No: 07788 870634
Email: fred@sccwestcentre.co.uk

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Fife and Tayside Centre Events

Braco - Fife and Tayside                                           14th – 16th May 2010

Holding the Fort - SCC Golf

Site at: Braco Estate, FK15 9LA.
Signposted from: A822 Greenloaning to Crieff.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 2.00pm.
Programme: SCC Golf / DIY BBQ (weather permitting)
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.55 Site Fee: £5.00
Saturday Social: Adults: TBA Children: TBA
Rally Officers: Stuart & Anne Simpson, Andy & Lesley Thomson
Enquiries to: Stuart Simpson
Telephone No: 01324 562254 Mobile No: 07740 911563 (no bookings on mobile)
Email: stuartsimpson@ashleascotland.co.uk

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SCOTTISH DIVISION GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP

The above competition will take place at Whitemoss Golf Club on Saturday 15th May 2010.
Tee time will be at approx 11.00am.
The event will be run in conjunction with the Fife and Tayside Rally to be held at Braco during the weekend 14th-16th May 2010.
The entry fee for the competition has yet to be agreed but it is hoped to be around £22.
The maximum entry will be limited to 24 competitors.

For more information and a  booking form click here

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Callander - Fife and Tayside                                    4th – 6th June 2010

Rob Roy Rally

Site at: Keltie Bridge Caravan Park, FK17 8LQ.
Signposted from: The A84 Doune / Callander Road from the North and South.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday – Rob Roy fact finding day. Saturday evening BBQ on site, please
wear an item of tartan.
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.55 Fee: £6.38 (without EHU) £7.66 (with EHU)
Limited EHU available.
Saturday Social: Adults: £0.85 Children: £0.43
Rally Officers: Bob & Carolyn Colquhoun, Alan & Susan Colquhoun
Enquiries to: Bob Colquhoun
Telephone No: 01383 514393 Mobile No: 07764 368929
Email: Colquhoun_robert@sky.com

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North Centre Events

Garlogie - North                                                21st – 23rd May 2010

Cullerlie Capers

Site at: Cullerlie Farm Park, Cullerlie, by Garlogie, AB32 6XL.
Signposted from: B9125 Garlogie - Raemoir.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Games and dancing.
Dalmon & Nicol Trophies to be competed for at this rally.
Charges: Site Fee: £5.00 per night
Saturday Social: Adults: £4.00  Juveniles: £2.00
Rally Officers: Fred & Linda Phillips, Bruce & Sandra Fenton
Enquiries to: Bruce Fenton
Telephone No: 01224 821764

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Laurencekirk - North                                           28th – 30th May 2010

‘Maybee’ Rally

Due to illness this Rally is now cancelled.
The North Centre Rally Secretary and Committee apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.


Site at: Hatton Mains, Marykirk, AB30 1PR.
Signposted from: A947 Marykirk.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
Programme: On field
Charges: Site Fee: £5.00
Saturday Social: Adults: £3.00 Children: £1.50
Rally Officers: Iain & Jeanette Brown, Jim & Diane Buchan
Enquiries to: Jim Buchan
Telephone No: 01224 480396 Mobile No: 07831 218962

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Brechin - North                                                18th – 20th June 2010

Mid Summer Madness

Site at: Brechin Castle Centre, DD9 6RL.
Signposted from: A935.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: DIY BBQ on field.
Charges: Site Fee: £6.00 per night
Rally Officers: Emma Milton & Youngsters
Enquiries to: Emma Milton
Telephone No: 01224 782164 Mobile No: 07751 022011
Email: emmajaynemilton@aol.com

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South West Centre Events

Crossford - South West                                            28th – 31st May 2010

Flower Time

Site at: Valley International Park, Crossford, Clyde Valley, Carluke, ML8 5NJ.
Signposted from: A72 Lanark/Hamilton Road. Follow Centre signs at Crossford.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 10.00am.
Programme: DIY BBQ on Saturday. Get together on Sunday.
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.75 Site Fee: £5.50
Saturday Social: Adults: £1.50 Children: £0.75
Rally Officers: Tommy & Jean Gilmour, Geoff & Anne Orry
Enquiries to: Geoff Orry
Telephone No: 0141 881 9748

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St John’s Town of Dalry - South West             11th – 13th June 2010

Clachan Fair & 800th Rally

Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances the Clachan Fair is CANCELLED.
However the Rally is still going ahead

Site at: Newfield Farm, St John’s Town of Dalry, DG7 3UW.
Signposted from: A713 through the town.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 10.00am.
Programme: Social on field. Clachan Fair Celebrations.
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.75 Site Fee: £4.20
Saturday Social: Adults: £1.50 Children: £0.75
Rally Officers: Willie & Jessie Smith, Jim & Jean McWaters, Ian & Janet Steele
Enquiries to: Ian Steele
Telephone No: 01292 550798 Mobile No: 07876 241216 (No Bookings by mobile

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Turnberry - South West                               25th – 27th June 2010

Charity Rally

Site at: Turnberry Lodge Farm, KA26 9LY.
Signposted from: A77 Ayr / Stranraer Road.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 10.00am.
Programme: Social on field.
Charges: Rally Fee: £2.75 Site Fee: £4.50
Saturday Social: Adults: £1.50 Children: £0.75
Rally Officers: Jim & Maureen Ferguson, Campbell & Maureen Gilmour
Enquiries to: Maureen Gilmour
Telephone No: 01563 820261 Mobile No: 07715 110461

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Highland Centre Events

Thurso - Highland                                                   14th – 16th May 2010

HIELAN’ CROFTERS RALLY
Site at: West Murkle, Murkle, KW14 8YT.
Signposted from: A836 Thurso to Castletown Road.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday Social [please dress as theme]
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.50 Site Fee: £2.50 per night
Saturday Social: Adults: £5.00 Children: £2.00
Rally Officers: Shona & Doug Fraser, Rona, Denny, Danny & Andrew Morrison
Enquiries to: Rona Morrison
Telephone No: 01847 893590 Mobile No: 07801 535320
Email: rona-morrison@fsmail.net

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Portsoy - Highland                                         25th – 28th June 2010

Red Sails In the Sunset

Site at: Arnbath Farm, Portsoy, Banff, AB45 2TS.
Signposted from: A98 Buckie - Banff Road Portsoy.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Portsoy Boat Festival is on Saturday & Sunday. Saturday Evening - Tea at
the Captains Table followed with Music & Entertainment.
Charges: Rally Fee: £ 4.00 Please note a £ 10.00 deposit is required at time of booking
(NON RETURNABLE) Site Fee: £6.00 per night
Saturday Social: Adults £3.00 Children £2.00
Sunday Social: Sunset DIY BBQ. fun & games No charge
Rally Officers: Joyce & Hamish Stuart, Helen & Lex Mc Call
Enquiries to: Mrs. H. S. McCall
Telephone No: 01463 240874 Mobile No: 07980 022015(no bookings on mobile)
Email: lexmccall@tesco.net

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Dumfries & Galloway Centre Events

Moffat - Dumfries & Galloway                                      4th - 9th May 2010

Follow On Rally

Site at: Hammerlands, Holme Road, Moffat, DG10 9QL.
Signposted from: Moffat Town Centre.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: SAE For Information
Rally Officers: Carolyn & Ian Murray, Val & Jim Woods
Enquiries to: Val Woods
Telephone No: 01848 330512
Email: val.woods@sky.com

Click Here For Booking Form

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Carlisle - Dumfries & Galloway                               4th – 6th June 2010

Spring Fling

Site at: Dalston Hall Caravan Park, Carlisle, CA5 7JX.
Signposted from: Carlisle to Dalston B5299.
Own Sanitation NOT Essential. No arrivals before 12 noon.
Programme: Saturday night Bar Meal in club.
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.00 Site Fee: £11.00
Rally Officers: Eric Grimmer & Hilary Ford
Enquiries to: Hilary Ford
Mobile No: 07908 535768

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Kirkbean - Dumfries & Galloway                      17th – 20th June 2010

Chairman’s Charity & Invite to Cumbria Centre

Site at: Kirkhouse Farm, Kirkbean, DG2 8DW.
Signposted from: Dumfries Solway Coast Road A710.
Own Sanitation Essential. No arrivals before 11.00am.
Programme: Charity Stalls and Fishing competition. Saturday DIY BBQ, Sweet provided.
Charges: Rally Fee: £3.00 Site Fee: £5.00
Saturday Social: Adults: £1.50 Children: £0.75
Rally Officers: Centre Committee
Enquiries to: Mrs C Murray
Telephone No: 01292 550668

 

   

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