Social Event Reports

2013 St George's Night

Written by Kathryn Hammett Monday, 20 May 2013 00:00

A truly English meal of roast beef was enjoyed by all who attended the St. George's Night, once again the catering staff have come up trumps!  David Burgess was such an entertaining MC, we're thinking of hiring him out, and ,on top of that we had our very own Commodore and his wife, Nick and Carolyn Ingram, along with David as the Dragon give a superb rendition of the story of St George.

The evening concluded with hearty patriotic songs and it was apparent that no-one was averse to giving their all.

A great 'Do'

2013 Children's Easter Party

Written by Kathryn Hammett Wednesday, 10 April 2013 00:00

It takes a lot more than drizzly, dull weather to deter our members and their offspring from the annual Easter Egg Hunt, so once again there was a splendid turnout. The hunt started with under sixes searching for mini eggs while older children needed to find several sticks in order to claim a larger egg.

Meanwhile in the Martineau Room there was the opportunity to create Easter bonnets, cards and puppets plus a very impressive display of decorated eggs in the Solent Room. These activities proved very popular and it was wonderful to see so many families enjoying the day, which was made complete by a superb children's menu and Patrick's wonderful carvery.

2013 Sprat Supper

Written by Social Committee

The 100 people who attended this year's Sprat Supper made it a very friendly, lively and entertaining evening.

The event was elevated by the presence of joint King Sprats, Alan Turtle and Hugh Carter, the Mayor and Mike Denny from Oakhaven. Platefuls of sprats from Greenslades of Poole were eaten with relish along with onion soup, baguettes, a very good cheeseboard and coffee.

Local businesses kindly gave 34 prizes for the customary eclectic raffle which raised £504, which was topped up by a contribution from the ticket price resulting in £744 being sent to Seafarers UK, RNLI and Oakhaven Hospice.

2013 Burns Supper

Written by Mary Reay Wednesday, 06 February 2013 00:00

The Burns Supper this year was a different format to previous suppers.  The Haggis was presented and marched into the room as usual and addressed by Adam Reay.  The usual soup haggis and neeps were served followed by trifle.  

Following the meal a caileigh formed the second half of the evening which proved to be a great success.  A caller organized various reels etc and the evening was enjoyed by a sell out crowd with all having a turn on the dance floor.