John Brailsford

Tom Chamberlain

It is with great sadness that I announce that Honorary Life Member Tom Chamberlain passed away just before his 99th birthday on 6th July after a short illness in Royal Leicester Hospital. We received a letter from Tom’s family notifying us which will be published in the next edition of Going Places.

Tom and his late wife Beryl were longstanding members who celebrated 45 years of membership last year shortly before Beryl died aged 96 years. They were well known regular ralliers who attended over 400 rallies before retiring from caravanning and becoming Honorary Life Members.  As Honorary Life Members they always kept in touch with the club and occasionally were able to visit rallies and meet some of the many friends they had made over the years.

Our thoughts are with Tom’s family at this sad time.

RIP Tom.

John Brailsford, President

Rally 27: Southport, 15th-21st Sept

The marshals have informed me that this rally is now fully booked.

However, as the rally is a few weeks away, it’s always worth contacting marshals and joining a waiting list in case a place becomes available.

Webmaster

 

Moody Meadows Holiday Rally 2027 Now Full

The bookings opened yesterday for this rally and the marshals have now informed me that it is now fully booked.

A waiting list has now been started so please put your name on it if you are interested.

Always be aware that in 10 months someone’s circumstances could change so vacancies are likely to arise.

Webmaster

Christine Boud

It with great sadness that I announce the recent passing of member Christine Boud.

Christine of Bexleyheath and husband Derek only joined the club last year. I understand that Derek only managed to attend a rally on his own last year as Christine was in a nursing home.

Our thoughts are with Derek at this sad time and I hope that at some time in the future he will feel he could continue rallying with the SOC.

Unfortunately, I don’t have any further information at the moment.

John  Brailsford, President

Rally 30: Albrighton Cricket Club, 7th to 11th October

Even though I have been informed by the marshals Rose & John that this rally is now full, please don’t despair as they have created a waiting list. It is possible that within the next 3 months someone may have to cancel their place on the rally; it is ALWAYS advisable to go on a waiting list.

Please see full details in your Rally Book on page 93 if you wish to be added to the waiting list.

Webmaster

Burns Night Rally 2027

A January 2027 rally is a long time away but the marshals David & Yvonne Lovett  would appreciate your assistance by letting them know by 31st July if you are interested in the Burns Night Rally.

PLEASE SEE PAGE 74 of Going Places for further information and contact details.

Webmaster

 

Sue Wensley Funeral Details

Time to say goodbye to my loving wife Sue. 💔

The service will be held at Shay Grange Crematorium, Long Lane, Heaton, Shipley. BD9 6ST at 12.45pm Tuesday 18th August 2026.

Followed by refreshments at The Old Barn, Esholt. Esholt Lane, Baildon, Shipley. BD17 7RJ
Which is quite appropriate as Emmerdale Farm was originally filmed in this area, and it was still one of Sue’s favourite programs.

Family flowers only. There will be a collection for Wheatfield Hospice at the Crematorium.
Also dress code, I would say smart, but can you include something blue please, as it was Sue’s favourite colour. Thanks.

Please let me know by text if you will be attending.

If you are unable to attend and would like to watch the service you can on Live Stream, which is free and no personal details required. Just contact me for log on details.

Roy Wensley
07917 755734