We are pleased to tell you that this issue is guaranteed to contain absolutely no mention of Tory leadership contestants or Brexit. Instead, we have details of our theatre trip to Sidmouth, a tram ride and cream tea at Seaton, and an excellent lunch at Tiverton. It will be time to get out the diary and the cheque-book.
But firstly, we must tell you how we were recently told “Your Barclays friends are such nice people”. The Club had visited Fursdon Gardens for a self-guided visit followed by a cream tea. The gardens looked splendid, the rain held off (mostly) and the blazing log-fire in the Coach Hall was really welcoming. Catriona Fursdon welcomed us all, and after tea told us a little of the ups-and-downs of running a country estate. The next day we delivered a thank-you letter on the Club’s behalf, and that was when you were thanked for being such a pleasure to entertain. And so you are!
We hope to see you at one or more of this summer’s events.
Andrew Green, Hon Secretary
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Wellbeing
As I sit and write this, the sun is out, and summer finally looks set to arrive. Sincerely hope that you can get out and about and enjoy it!
Just a brief update:
1. Personal contact details. We have had the odd occasion when people have moved and/or changed phone (mobile/+/-land line) without letting us know. Appreciate that we shall not be top of your priorities when changing things, but should be grateful if you would contact one of the Committee to let us know of any changes.
2. Jungle drums still working! A recent experience just re-confirmed how important it can be to let a Wellbeing Officer be made aware of another colleague’s predicament. If you do become aware that one of our members may be in need of additional support, please do not hesitate to let one of us know so we can make contact. Would rather be told twice than not at all!
Ray Cavill, Wellbeing Officer
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Please note regarding the following two items:
If you wish to attend both events – and we sincerely hope you do – both booking forms should be completed and a cheque for each event is required please to be forwarded to Barbara and Peter Johnson (in one envelope). All will be clear once you have read the following information and booking forms.
Theatre Visit Manor Pavilion, Manor Road, Sidmouth EX10 8RP
Wednesday, 28th August 2019, 8.00pm
For this year’s outing we have opted to attend a performance of “Dangerous Obsession” by N J Crisp. Click here for full information and booking form
Peter Johnson, Committee Member
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Ride on the Seaton Tramway and Cream Tea Monday, 9th September 2019, 2.15pm
A new venture for the Club! Click here for full information and booking form.
Barbara Johnson Committee Member
Functions
Our next lunch is on Thursday, 31st October at Tiverton Hotel, Blundells Road, Tiverton EX16 4DB 1pm.
Again, this is a venue we have used before where we have always had an excellent lunch and for this event we will be in the Topaz Room. There is plenty of parking and entry to the Hotel is all on the level. Click here for menu/booking form which should be returned to me with your cheque by Monday, 7th October. Cheques will be banked on Thursday, 10th October. No refunds will be given after this date.
The cost per head for members is £12.00 or £20.00 per head for non-members. The cost includes a glass and a half of wine OR a glass of orange, apple or grapefruit juice. Please also let me know when replying of any special dietary requirements you may have, e.g. if you do not want sauces or gravy. Please collect your menu choices form from me and place on your chosen table by 12.40pm. Please do not move them after this time.
Future dates for your diary
Thursday, 5th December 2019 Christmas Lunch, Victoria Hotel, The Esplanade, Sidmouth
Tuesday, 10th March 2020 AGM and Lunch, Exeter Golf & Country Club
Lynne Ring, Committee Member 01392 879446
[Please note my email address has an underscore between Lynne and Ring]