1 We welcomed twenty-one members to the meeting. It was particularly good to see Harry and Eddie. We also welcomed a potential new member Gordon; he was invited to next month’s meeting.
2 Apologies had been received from Bill & Pinky, Bob & Sonja, Ian & Jayne, Nigel & Sarah, Jeff & June, Steve, Shane, Stuart, Chris and Lester.
3 If anyone has not had a CRASH card, please contact Barry.
4 Barry reported on the Vale Foodbank Monthly newsletter for September. The Foodbank’s work continues meeting the needs of both adults and children. It is so unfortunate that Unilever has not changed its policies concerning charities and making Pot Noodles available to us. Roger will continue badgering on our behalf.
5 Barry reported that he had been invited to give a talk about the Goldwing Owners Club of Great Britain and South Wales Wings by the Aberkenfig Ladies Group. The presentation had been very well received with £62.00 being donated by the ladies for our charity Blood Bikes Wales. Photographic opportunities had been taken on both Barrys and Vaughans Wings.
6 Dates for your diaries: Weather permitting – Saturday 29 November, 2025 Caerphilly River of Light Lantern Parade. For those not going to Torquay, Saturday 6 December, 2025 Bargoed Music and Light Lantern Parade.
7 South Wales Fire & Rescue Services intend to arrange a free Biker Down three-hour course. Any more names please?
8 Barry gave an update on the Christmas Away Weekend in Torquay. It is from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 December. All monies have now been paid. Please watch out for email updates concerning the trip. The meeting agreed that we would share Santa secret gifts at a maximum cost of £5.00 each for a man and woman. Christmas jumper and hats to be worn on the Saturday evening.
9 The 2026 South Wales Wing Ding, including set up days, will take place between 14 to 19 July, 2026. Venue: It was agreed that Caerphilly RFC be the venue however, Bedwas RFC had indicated that they would be delighted if we went there instead. The Region’s officers would investigate this option further before a final decision was made.
10 Events coming up:
a. GWOCGB Member’s Open Meeting Sunday 19 October, 2025 at 1100 at the Bromsgrove Hotel & Spa.
b. South Wales Wings Annual General Meeting Sunday 9 November, 2025 starting 1830 at Taffs Well RFC.
11 Finances as at 11 October, 2025 were:
a. Current Account £29.89, Deposit Account £3,790.62.
12 AOB:
a. Barry reported that the storage facility that we currently use free of charge for storing our container and caravan was likely to change hands sometime in November, 2025. It was likely that the new owners would want to charge £300 per item for annual storage. Alternative storage sites might have to be investigated as this sort of annual cost would drain our cash resources quite quickly.
13 The raffle raised £27.00 for regional funds. Thanks to all concerned.
14 The date of our next meeting, which will be our Annual General Meeting will be Sunday, 9 November, 2025 at Taffs Well RFC starting at 1830. Papers for the AGM will be circulated with emails beforehand. Our AGM will then be followed by our usual monthly meeting.
15 Our December meeting will be held on Sunday 14 December, 2025 at Taffs Well RFC starting at 1830. The meeting will be followed by a social gathering and all attending members are asked to donate something savoury and something sweet for a shared meal.Ride safe and stay healthy.
South Wales Wings 