UNITED
TRUCKERS
CLUB NEWSLETTER
October 2009
www.unitedtruckers.co.uk
No. 56
Welcome to your club.
“The club is to be informal, relaxed and very friendly But at the same time professional.``
BIBIC
Our last show for the trailer was BIBIC at Bridgwater. We only had 15 lorries there but it was a lovely small car, bike and lorry show but everyone that went had a lovely time. Some were still up past 3am may I add!! These North Devon boys sure know how to party. The weather was kind to us on the show day after being cancelled last year.
Our trophy winners were;
BEST TRUCK sponsored by Jon & Ann Parkhouse
1st Ian Yabsley 2nd Iain Garaway 3rd Keith Cainey
RAY BRINICOMBE MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR BEST INTERIOR
sponsored by Shirley
1st Ian Course 2nd Steve Matravers 3rd Iain Garaway
All judged by Richie, Lewis & Emma, thanks to all judges and sponsors
XMAS PRESENT IDEAS
If anyone wishes to order Xmas presents for anyone we can do that and post to you, we have;
Polo shirts £14.00 Fleeces £20.00
Hoodies £20.00 Teddy Bears £12.00 with U T vests
Shirts £24.00 Vest £12.00
Plus many more things, if you have a lot more writing on these items stated add another £2 for the art work. To order ring Shirley on 01823 276143.
SOCIAL EVENT
There has been a get together arranged for Saturday 28th November at the Woodbourgh Inn, Winscombe around 7.30 ish. We have organised a few sandwiches etc. We will have a raffle to cover most of the buffet so any donations would be appreciated. We will have killer skittles for a bit of fun and it’s normally a nice little get together so try and attend if you live close enough. Numbers in advance would be good for the food side as we have a buffet of sandwiches chips and bits. If you could let Shirley know if you are coming by 14th November so she has a guideline how many to carter for.
JC Training HGV, FLT, Plant, Hi-Ab,
I know times are hard at the moment so if I can help any of the guys tell them to get in touch.
Let’s say a driver is going for an interview and finds his forklift or his Hi-Ab licence has expired or anything else that he may need to get the job, then call me you never know I maybe able to help.
Do not worry about the driver CPC for those who already have a LGV licence you have 5 years to get your training from Sept 09.
There are some exceptions but not many it may be you will have to consult a solicitor although it is a driver’s responsibility to do it most employers I have spoken to are paying for it for their drivers.
I am going to be doing it free of charge if the driver will sign to do a Driving Goods Vehicle NVQ (not difficult)
If you have any questions please give me a call or e mail me.
Mobile 07740165902
HAYDOCK PARK
So we now come to the last Truckfest for 2009 the year seems to have gone so quick and what lovely weather we had better than August. Saturday was so hot and Sunday warm so it made the show. As we had no trailer there we could all wander around and chat with people which is rare at shows as there is always so much to do. We would like to thank Sue, Autosmart for her hospitality with seats to rest and a base so to speak, for all the chilled drinks tea and coffee. We have to than Bob and Jackie Isherwood who gave us some lovely raffle prizes for November and for the AGM and for Bobs hospitality It seems strange going around asking for a cuppa. There was around 200 lorries as we had conflicting numbers and the show was much smaller but they had a really good crowd there both days. We had around a dozen members there and Alan walker of Hewitts put our banner up to show we were there thanks Alan.
Live Promotions results for UNITED TRUCKERS
BEST KEPT OWNER DRIVER 2nd Paul Cecil
BEST KEPT RIGID 1st Tony Moore 3rd Glenn Douglas
BEST KEPT COMPANY OWNED
1st Graham Miness (C & A Trans) SMARTS
BEST NEW TRUCK 2nd Ady Ford
BEST FLEET 3rd Jones Skip Hire
BEST CUSTOM 2nd Graham Miness
BEST CLASSIC/VINTAGE 2nd Paul Davenport
BEST KEPT WORKING TRUCK
1st Graham Miness 2nd Tony Moore
BEST IN SHOW Graham Miness first time ever, well done
BEST AMERICAN 1st Bob Isherwood
I do know Alan Walker, HEWITTS had 2 H/C any more, sorry I don’t know
AGM BUFFET AND DANCE
This has been booked for Saturday 2th Feb. 2010. We have gone back to the same venue as this year, The Battleborough Hotel, just off junction 22, M5. The hotel has been taken over and they have upgraded many areas including the bedrooms, as we are regular customers of the hotel we have had the venue for nothing and the accommodation for the same price as last year. If you tell them when you book that you are with United Truckers you will get another 10% discount on the rooms. TEL NO. 01278 760208 to book, prices as follows SINGLE ROOM £55.00 DOUBLE £75.00
EXECUTIVE DOUBLE / TWIN £95.00 All rooms incl. breakfast (Full English)
I recommend for those that are going to stay to book early.
If the hotel is fully booked just up the road is The Brent Knoll Lodge but their prices are more expensive.
SINGLE £60.00 DOUBLE £70.00
FAMILY ROOM FOR 3/4 PERSONS £95.00
None of these prices include Breakfast
AGM
The AGM will be at 5pm followed by a buffet and disco. The Disco will be the same guy as last year and the buffet will be the same, those who went last year will know there was so much food a lot got sent back so we will start the food coming out earlier then keep it rolling. We will hold a raffle which will go to a Charity og choice on the night of the AGM.
Tickets will cost £18 each, please order with money to Shirley Buckingham 23 HAMLYN CLOSE NEWBARN PARK TAUTON TA1 4NT Cheques made payable to UNITED TRUCKERS.
The cuddly toy we were trying to name was HAMISH who was won by Maurice Dance donated by hippo & Julie so thank you.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
JASON & SUE OF (F G BOND)
Who had a baby girl born
28th August 2009
Megan Faye Townsend 7lb 2oz
WEBSITE is maintained by Hannah Course please contact her with info or any updates etc. 07535634512 new number
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Diary Dates 2009/10
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18th – 19th October
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Pembrey
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31st Oct – 1st Nov
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Brands Hatch
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2nd – 3rd May 2010
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Peterborough
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15th – 16th May
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Oswestry
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29th – 30th May
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Croft
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26th – 27th June
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Santa Pod
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3rd – 4th July
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Shepton Mallet
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31st July – 1st August
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Scotland
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11th – 12th September
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Haydock
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On production of your UT membership card at CDC you will receive a 10% discount at the Avonmouth Shop on most goods. (TVs DVDs and videos excluded)
Also Road King Crow Lane Ind. Est. Northampton 01604 402403.
10% discount on all goods on production of membership card
(electrical, TV’s videos, DVD’s etc. exempt)
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