1 We welcomed 22 members to the meeting, it was especially good to see Angela and Linda. It was also very good to see Irene looking so well after her recent heart stent operation – keep getting better. We also welcomed a potential new member, Keith from New Inn, Pontypool. Keith has a 1989 GL1500 combination and is in the process of restoring it.
2 Apologies had been received from Bill & Pinky, Gaynor, Bob & Sonja, Jeff & June, Ian & Jayne, Nigel & Sarah, Dave W, Les, Tink and Ken.
3 It was reported that six South Walians had played ten pin bowling last month and had a very good enjoyable evening. There would be no bowling this month due to many not being available.
4 Barry reported on the Classic Vehicle Show held at Panteg House, Griffithstown on 20 May, 2023. Six Wings had met at New Inn Retail Park and travelled the short distance to the House. We were joined by Stuart on his DCT and an ex-member Jim on his 1800. Unfortunately, Myra never made the event despite a number of attempts. Full report on the day in the July, 2023 WingSpan.
5 Vaughan had attended the Border Wing Ding which had been good, although numbers were down.
6 It was noted that three South Walians had attended the Vale of Glamorgan Classic Car Show at Sully held 29 May, 2023. Over three hundred classic cars were there with a few classic motor cycles as well. It had been a good day with excellent weather although a little windy.
7 Barry reported on the National Gardens Open Day at St Peters Church, Dinas Powys held earlier in the day. Eight Wings had attended and had a good afternoon especially the free cream tea that had been supplied, it was a pity that more of the public had not turned up. Weather was good until we were about to leave when we had a heavy storm.
8 Six Wings and eight South Walians had attended the Dutch Treffen in De Steeg. A good time was had by all. 333 inscriptions, 30 from the UK. Journeys were great albeit long and the weather during the day was nice, evenings however were cold. A new experience for Myra, John and Keith, in particular, Myra rising to the challenge to overseas riding. A full report on the trip will be in the July edition of the WingSpan.
9 Lester, Angela and Vaughan had attended the Broadlands Wing Ding at Trimley St Mary. A nice event, good site but only about thirty inscriptions – perhaps a sign of the times. Full report in the July edition of WingSpan
10 We have received an invitation to attend a fund raising night for a teenage rugby club at Penarth Athletic Club Wednesday 12 July, 2023 at 1800. Please let Barry know if you intend to be there. A couple of members have already indicated an interest.
11 We have also received an invitation to attend the Field of Dreams Classic Vehicle Show at Riverside Caravan Park, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 6QL, on Sunday 16 July, 2023 1000 to 1600. (Clashes with Capital Wing Ding). A couple of members indicated an interest, if you wish to attend, please let Barry know.
12 The GWOCGB British Treffen will take place at Uttoxeter Racecourse from Thursday 24 to Bank Holiday Monday 28 August, 2023. Pre-Inscription Forms are on line. Quite a few South Walians are going.
13 Any more names please to provide an escort for a Bride, daughter of Derek Hackett, West Wales Wings at Begally, Pembrokeshire on Saturday 2 September, 2023 at 12 noon. (Know that this clashes with the Llandudno Light Parade).
14 We have received an invitation to attend a Classic Vehicle Show at Fonmon Castle, Barry on Saturday 16 September, 2023 1000 to 1700. Names to Barry soonest please, already have some listed.
15 An Emergency First Aid Course has been booked for Thursday 16 November, 2023 from 0930 to 1630 at Dinas Powys Methodist Church. Definite names soonest please. (Barry, Malcolm and Jeff have signed up so far.)
16 Events coming up:
a. Fund Raising event at Penarth Athletic Club on Wednesday 12 July at 1800.
b. Field of Dreams Classic Car show in Swansea on Sunday 16 July, 2023 from 1000.
c. GWOCGB British Treffen at Uttoxeter racecourse from Thursday 24 August, 2023 from 12 noon.
d. Bride Escort Begally, Pembrokeshire on Saturday 2 September, 2023.
e. Fonmon Castle, Barry Classic Car Show Saturday 16 September, 2023 from 1000.
f. First Aid Course at Dinas Powys Methodist Church Thursday 16 November, 2023 from 0930.
17 Finances as at 10 June, 2023:
a. Current Account £63.08, Deposit Account £3,924.52.
18 AOB:
a. Malcolm advised that ex-Member Roger “Pathfinder” Thomas was selling his immaculate GL1500 for £6,000. Full information from Malcolm if interested.
b. Malcolm was very grateful to all the members for the concern shown and best wishes received when Irene had been very poorly. She was now on the mend, not quite there yet.
c. Roger reported that Tink had won the youngest rider award at the Slovenian Treffen – well done.
d. Reminder from Kelvyn that the Abertillery Vehicle Show takes place this Saturday from 12 noon until 1600. He will be attending,
e. Joy asked if the region could have a better presence on the SWW Facebook page. If possible could events be put on this platform as well as on the South Wales Wings Website? Barry will discuss with Jeff to see what can be done.
19 The raffle raised £24 for regional funds. Thanks to all.
20 The date of our next meeting is Sunday, 9 July, 2023, starting at 1830 at Taffs Well RFC.
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