Table News

DUNDEE 330 REAL ALE FESTIVAL - Dundee

28-Mar-08

DUNDEE 330 REAL ALE FESTIVAL

Annual Real Ale Festival to be held at the Marryat Hall, Dundee on 28th March 2008. Not to be missed.

Area Vice - Area

4-Mar-08

Graham Powrie (Perth Strathearn) proudly accepted the Area 49's Vice Chairman’s Jewel at a Perth Strathearn meeting. Well done Graham.

Arbroath RT Wins Area 49 Lottery - Area

20-Feb-08

At the recent Area 49 meeting held in the Hilton Hotel, Dundee Arbroath Round Table won the Area 49 Lottery. Arbroath RT Chairman Ian Lorimer says "Its not often that you benefit from your balls dropping out, but we're delighted someone has picked our balls at last". Treasurer Dave Mathieson is rubbing his hands at the thought of winning £160 and said "the cash will be invested wisely, its not every day you make money from your balls".

Christmas Collection - Arbroath

12-Feb-08

ART donate miney to local homes

We donate £150 to the comfort funds of several homes in the area. The money was raised by our santa sleigh collection

AFC Youth Team - Arbroath

19-Jan-08

Arbroath sponsors AFC youth team

Arbroath sponsors Arbroath Footbal Club's Youth Team for 18 months

Ali G's Dream Comes True - Area

7-Oct-07

Ali G Tries on This Years Fashion Accessory

Local Turkish Market Seller Ali G is a happy man as he managed to get an Area 49 NSW 007 T-shirt. Ali G said "This is the answer to all my prayers, I will be able to get as many girlfriends as I can now with this t-shirt. It is a license to thrill and I aim to deliver that thrill. These t-shirts are like golddust and are the biggest seller at all the local markets this year."

Copy Area 49 T-Shirts For Sale in Turkey - Area

7-Oct-07

Forget Ronaldo and Barcelona - This Years Must Have T-shirt is Area 49 NSW

Olu Denis Market Stall has Area 49 T-shirts for Sale

Whilst in a market in Turkey Past Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill spotted a copy of this years NSW Area 49 T-shirt. When quized the market seller said to Brian "Forget Man United, Ronaldo, Diesel, La Coste or Barcelona tops - The must have t-shirt this year is the Area 49 NSW 007 T-shirt. Everyone is asking for them and I can't keep them in stock."

Area 49 - Today NSW tomorrow SW1 - Area

9-Sep-07

Area 49 Head for World Stage

After a successful NSW 2007 a number of Area 49 athletes have been shortlisted for the 2012 Olympics. Tean captain Sean (The Goalie) Doran has this week been approached by Lord Coe to put forward the names of athletes who could represent GB in the 2012 Olympics. Sean says that he hopes that French Boules becomes an Olympic sport as the Area 49 team would be a cert to take Olympic Gold. Sean hopes to name his selection soon.

Hawaii Fest-O Announced - Area

11-Aug-07

Fancy a Hula Hula in the Dreels ?

The latest in Arbroath Round Tables series of Beerfests and Barnfests is a summer “Hawaii Fest – O”. This is to be held on Saturday 11 August at Carmyllie Hall.

There will be entertainment on offer during the evening from Ceilidh Music to Blues and a Casino where you can have some fun with the Ladbrokes Hula Hula girls.

Tickets cost £12.50 and this includes a £5 ticket for the casino as well as a glass of the local “Carmyllie Beach Punch”.

To reserve your tickets contact Ian Lorimer (Steve McGarrett) and ask him to “Book them Danno” Tel 01241 873162. Tickets are limited so you had better move fast or you will miss the wave.

"Ya Hoor Sir" Gets the Kings Approval - Area

10-Jul-07

Elvis Celebrates the NSW 007 Win

Whilst on holiday in Turkey this month Past Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill met Elvis Presley and fulfilled one of his dreams (Elvis's that is). Elvis asked to have his picture taken with an NSW 007 Champion and Brian was happy to help out. Elvis said "It has always been a dream of mine to meet an NSW Champion and this was a great thrill for me". In true Elvis style he said "Thank you very much"

Marathon Diet Ends in Hair Raising Finale - Area

30-Jun-07

Brian Flapping During the Dundee Marathon

Old Breeks for Sale on e-bay

At Christmas 2006 Arbroath Round Tabler Roy McGregor was diagnosed with Leukaemia and recently had a bone marrow transplant in May. He is hopefully on the way to a full recovery. The Anthony Nolan Trust does a great job matching people for bone marrow transplants and I felt that I needed to do something to help them and also show my support for Roy.

On the 23 April ‘07 I weighed in at 15 stone 8 lbs and decided that I would do something dramatic to raise funds for the ANT. I would lose 2 stones in weight by the 30 June ‘07. The staff of Liz McColgans Health & Fitness Centre were great and worked out a fitness programme and a healthy diet for me to follow. However even more dramatic I said I wouldn’t drink for 2 months as well !!!

On the 30 June ’07 I weighed in at 13 stone 0 lbs, a full
2 stone 8lbs lighter than when I had started. This represented a weight loss of approximately 16.5% of my body weight !!!

To cap everything on the 1 July I also ran the Dundee Half Marathon with my friend Bob Stewart without stopping in 2 hours 32 minutes. A feat I would not have ever achieved or dreamed of 2 months earlier.

I have now raised over £1300 for the ANT as well as improving my health, fitness, even fitting into my old staypress breeks.

I would like to thank everyone who has supported me. However, I am still taking pledges and if you would like to support me and help me try to break the £1500 mark for the ANT - or buy a pair of my “Old Breeks” I can be contacted on 0779 307 0168.

£999 Emergency Call - Area

12-Jun-07

Past It Area 49 Chairman in 999 Emergency Call

After a hard weekend in Birmingham eating salads and watching everyone else eat kebabs, curries, sticky toffee pudding and drink large amounts of beer I made it to the gym yesterday and back to my now normal routine.

I was therefore delighted to weigh in at 13 stone 11 lbs this morning which takes me to within touching distance of my target weight of 13 stone 8 lbs.

However I was even more delighted that, after the fantastic contribution from Broughty Ferry Round Table (£250) and everyone else’s very generous donations I have now reached the incredible sum of £999 pledged for the Anthony Nolan Trust.

Should anyone wish to help me break the £1000 barrier then please e-mail me or phone me with your pledge on 0779 307 0168.

Fife Herald Inserts - Cupar

2-Jun-07
New Chairmans First Meeting

Here are cuttings from the Fife Herald, the first is from 11 May 07 and the second from 2 June 2007. After most meeting Cupar Round Table posts an insert in the local paper. This lets the public know what we get up to and also who we donate money to.

Tam Packs It In - Area

27-May-07

Tam Packs Gives His Final Toot

After 20 years service to the Caledonian Railway Assistant Head Porter Tam Packs has finally retired. At the recent Murder Mystery Night Tam Packs Packed his last carriage and gave his last peep at Brechin Station. Tam and his wife Mo Heekan are looking forward to a long and healthy retirement and plan to visit his relatives in Tooting. Rumours are rife that Tam has apllied to drive the road train in Arbroath during the summer months. Tam when asked about these rumours said "Never sya never, if theres a gap needing filled I'm yer man".

Past It Area 49 Chairman Loses It - Area

23-May-07

Immediate Past Area 49 Chairman Loses Weight for Charity

Immediate past Area 49 Chairman Brian cargill today weighed in at 14 stone 0 lbs. This is an amazing 1 stone 8 lbs that Brian has lost in 1 month since he started his diet.
Brian is on a sponsored weight loss for the Anthony Nolan Trust and this is part of the various sponsored events that Arbroath Round Table members are undertaking this year in support of their Tabler Roy McGregor who was diagniosed with Leaukemia at Christmas. Roy has now undergone a bone marrow transplant and hopefully is now on the road to recovery.
Brians total raised so far reached £600 today with a donation from Broughty Ferry Round Table of the tremendous sum of £250 towards the cause.
Brian would like to thank everyone who has pledged and donated so far and also who ha=ve helped and encouraged him on his 2 month diet.
Brian says that he is now very hopeful of reaching his target in the next two weeks but he will continue to try to lose weight up until the closing date of 30 June 2007.
Anyone who would like to offer a donation to the cause should contact Brian by e-mail on brian@cargill.uk.com or by phone 0779 307 0168.

Murder Mystery on the Bridge of Dun Express - Area

19-May-07

Murder Mystery Night Announced

Find yourself transferred back to the 1920’s as Lord and Lady Riche-Gette and their entourage invite you as their guests to take part in the opening of the first stage of the rail link between Brechin and Montrose. They would hope that their guests would dress appropriately to suit such an occasion.

The building of the railway line has been full of problems from the outset but now that this section is complete it is hoped that there are no more hidden tragedies and that the opening evening will go without a hitch - but who knows !!!!!!!

The cost of the evening is an incredible £15 per head and this is sure to be an unforgettable one off evening. There will be a ride on a steam train, bar, barbecue and entertainment so to buy your tickets contact Brian Cargill by e-mail on :-
brian@cargill.uk.com

All profits from the evening will go to the David Stott Memorial Fund and the evening is being jointly organised by the DSMF committee and the local Round
Tables.

There's Been a Murder - Area

19-May-07

Murder Mystery a Great Success

Railways Murder Mystery

The Brechin based Caledonian Railway provided the backdrop for a humdinger of a whodunit at the weekend.

The towns historic railway station, one of its preserved steam trains and its sister halt at Bridge of Dun were the scene of intrigue and bluff for a fund raising murder mystery.

Saturday nights event attracted 150 people who journeyed back to the 1920’s and supported a charity fund set up in memory of David Stott who died of cancer seven years ago.

Round Table members from Arbroath, Brechin and Montrose joined forces with the memorial fund committee to stage the period evening, hailed a success by the organisers.

Immediate past Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill was amongst the Tablers who organised the event and who played the part of Peter Puffer, Head Railway Porter at the station.

“We were anticipating to break the £2000 mark from the night and it looks like we may have even reached £3000. In addition a donation of £1000 was given to the Caledonian Railway. However the biggest success was the networking of the various Tables and other organisations who worked together to put on the evenings entertainment.”

Enthusiasts were invited by Lord and Lady Riche-Gette to take part in the opening of the first stage of the rail link between Brechin and Montrose.

During the evening assistant Head Porter Thomas Pax played by Arbroath Tabler Bob Stewart received a special award after 20 years service to the Caledonian Railway. Tam as he is known had emigrated from the USA 25 years ago and he comes from Indian parenthood. Tam and his wife Mo Heekan and their children Sue and Little Brechin settled in Brechin and he now intends to do some camping in his retirement. After 20 years service to the Caledonian Railway everyone agreed that Thomas has really, really, really been a good Injun.

According to the script building the railway line had been full of problems from the outset but, hopes were high that there were no more hidden tragedies and that the opening evening would go without a hitch. However there were three murders during the evening, and fortunately local detective Miss Marbles was on hand to solve the murders. Past Arbroath Tabler Archie McNally playing Jeeves the Butler was the culprit and he was despatched to jail by the local constabulary following detection by Miss Marbles.

The cash collected will be used to help nurses to undergo further palliative care training and to pay for alternative therapies.

the Auditions Have Started for Murder Mystery Parts - Area

19-May-07

Tablers try out for Murder Mystery Rolls

Since the announcement of the Murder Mystery on the Bridge of Dun Express Night applications have come flooding in from many celebrities who wish to play the major parts. Two such celebrities have sent in their CV's and as you can see they see themselves as budding Hercule Poirots. Log your vote by sending your preference to Brian Cargill on who you think has the best chance of playing the famous Belgium detective ?

Just Past It Area 49 Chairman on Target to Burst into Thong - Area

12-May-07

A Weight Off My Mind

At the official weigh in at Liz McColgans Gym on Wednesday 9 May 2007 Immediate Past-It Chairman Brian Cargill weighed in at 14 stone 6lbs, a weight loss of 1 stone 2lbs since his cut down began. Only another 12lbs to go to his target weight of 13 stone 8lbs and into his summer thong outfit.

new National President Graham Drummond - Area

7-May-07

Mrs Doubtfire Keeps Tablers Abreast of What The Plan Is

National President Graham talks about his plans...
By Graham Drummond - 07-05-2007

Tablers;

What an honour it is for me, a Member of Round Table, to represent you as your National President for 2007 – 2008.

We are custodians of this Organisation and it is incumbent on us all to work together to understand the many varied needs of the individual Round Tables Clubs. That will allow us all to Deliver a healthy Round Table for future generations.

Do take time to recall the pride you felt when you were inducted into Round Table, this is the feeling we should be developing and promoting.

The focus for next year remains firmly on Membership, not only future Members, and how we develop their aspirations, that they want to become Members of our Association, but also for us the current Members, such that we retain Membership and enjoy being Members.

We know that new Members join primarily through personal contact, therefore we have to let the future Members know about Round Table. We have the Best Club in the World, let us as Members enjoy it and tell others.

Round Table is however “More than a number” it is about having fun and making a difference. Through my extensive travel of Clubs in Great Britain and Ireland, one clear feature appeared in each successful club; a successful programme.

We have therefore continued with Development Day, which this year being held on 7th July in the afternoon following the National Council Meeting, in Birmingham. All Tablers are invited to this day which is filled with informative lectures, giving information and advice, in a forum where ideas can be exchanged.

Please book in early, there is no cost to you, but the experience gained is priceless.

I look forward to working with you all for our Association; Round Table the Best Club in the World.

Be seeing you

Graham A Drummond
National President 20076-08
National Association of Round Tables

Immediate Past Area 49 Chairman Loses Weight for Charity - Area

6-May-07

Past Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill Goes on Cut Down

Immediate Past Area 49 Chairman Loses Weight for Charity

Immediate Past Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill has signed up to lose weight for charity.

Arbroath Round Tabler Roy McGregor was diagnosed with Leukaemia at Christmas and a number of Arbroath Round Tablers are doing various challenges in recognition of Roy.

Roy has undergone two courses of chemotherapy and is now in Glasgow about to undergo a course of radiotherapy in preparation for a bone marrow transplant.

I have chosen the challenge of trying to lose two stone in weight in two months. In order to do this I am working out every day at the gym and have also taken a vow of no alcohol for the period of the challenge – this is as big a challenge as losing the weight !!!!

I weighed in at a whopping 15 stone 8 lbs at Liz McColgans Health Centre on the 23 April and I therefore aim to be at least 13 stone 8lbs by the 30 June 2007.

If you would like to contribute and sponsor me please contact me by e-mail brian@cargill.uk.com or phone me on 01241 854083 or 0779 307 0168.

The proceeds raised will be donated to the Anthony Nolan Trust and details of the trust can be found on www.anthonynolan.org.uk

“Taking back lives from Leukaemia”

Douglas Benzie Trophy Presented - Area

24-Apr-07

Kinross-shire Round Table make lunch for 700 LEPRA Cyclists

Kinross-shire Round Table win Douglas Benzie Trophy.

AT THE AREA 49 AGM CHAIRMAN BRIAN CARGILL ANNOUNCED THAT KINROSS-SHIRE ROUND TABLE HAD WON THE DOUGLAS BENZIE TROPHY.

BRIAN SAID “THIS IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT DUTIES I HAVE HAD TO DO THIS YEAR. I HAVE SAID ON SO MANY OCCASSIONS JUST HOW MANY GOOD TABLES AND TABLERS WE HAVE IN OUR AREA AND THIS MADE THE SINGLING OUT OF A TABLE AN EXTREMELY DIFFICULT THING TO DO.

HOWEVER WHEN I SAT DOWN TO THINK IT THROUGH I EVENTUALLY MANAGED TO SEPERATE ONE TABLE FROM THE REST.

THERE WERE A NUMBER OF FACTORS THAT MADE ME CHOOSE KINROSS-SHIRE ROUND TABLE :-

· THEY HAVE SHOWN A COMMITMENT TO AREA 49 AND HAVE REGULARLY SUPPORTED AREA EVENTS.
· THEY HAVE DONE A TREMENDOUS JOB AT LOCAL LEVEL IN THE COMMUNITY.
· THEY HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB OF PROMOTING ROUND TABLE AT A NATIONAL LEVEL.
· THEY HAVE BEEN PREPARED TO TRY SOMETHING NEW TO PROVIDE A SERVICE AND ALSO RAISE MONEY FOR THE COMMUNITY.

THEY HAVE REPRESENTED ROUND TABLE AT ALL THESE LEVELS AND SHOWED EVERYTHING THAT IS GOOD ABOUT THE ORGANISATION.

IN JUNE THEY ORGANISED AND PROVIDED LUNCH FOR 700 CYCLISTS ON THE ANNUAL LEPRA CYCLE RUN FROM EDINBURGH TO ST ANDREWS. A MASSIVE TASK AND IT WAS A PLEASURE FOR ME TO BE PART OF IT AND IT MADE ME PROUD TO BE A TABLER.

IN JULY THEY MANNED THE GATES AT ONE OF THE BIGGEST FESTIVALS IN THE UK, IF NOT THE WORLD - "T" IN THE PARK.

AND IN SEPT THEY HELD THEIR FIRST BEER FESTIVAL WHICH WAS A GREAT SUCCESS AND IT WILL SURELY GROW AND GROW TO BECOME A REGULAR FIXTURE IN THE LOCAL CALENDAR.

I AM DELIGHTED THAT THIS YEARS WINNERS OF THE DOUGLAS BENZIE TROPHY ARE KINROSS-SHIRE ROUND TABLE”.

Area 49 1st Lottery Draw Results - Area

24-Apr-07

Montrose Round Table win Top Prize

At the Area 49 AGM on Tuesday 24 April 2007 Montrose Round Table won the top prize of £150 in the first Area 49 Lottery draw of the year.

The runners up prize of £100 went to Dunfermline Round Table.

This means that £250 has been raised for Area 49 and this money will be used to support the Area 49’s participation in the National sports competitions and also subsidise the Area meetings.

Chairman Brian Cargill said “ I am delighted at the response from the Tables in the Area to the Area Lottery proposal. This will bring in much needed Area funds and saves us from having to increase the Area subs. Some Tables will benefit by winning but we will also have a bit of fun with it.”

Kirrie Dumpling with Chips - Area

22-Apr-07

Kirrie Chairman has his Chips in the Mall

Kirrie Round Table Chairman has Supper time in London Marathon

The 2007 Flora London Marathon was the biggest ever in the 27-year history of the event.

A record 36,396 people started the marathon in Blackheath this morning, the biggest ever field since the London Marathon began in 1981.

This figure is likely to rise very slightly as a number of starters’ chips had not yet been counted by Sunday evening. Area 49 Treasurer Gordon Paterson said “If I had known you got chips at the start I would have ran it”.

By 6.45pm 35,674 runners had crossed the finish in the Mall, a London Marathon record by more than 400 people.

Kirriemuir Round Table Chairman Keith Headridge completed the marathon in the tremendous time of 3 hrs 55 mins and 56 seconds.

Keith said after crossing the finish line “It was the Area 49 Wilson Trophy that gave me the inspiration I needed to compete in the London marathon. To have run in such an elite field of athletes at the Area 49 Sports day in Dundee meant that I wasn’t in awe of any of the top athletes in the world who I was competing against today.”

Congratulations to Keith from all at Area 49 – Well done.

New Chairman - Cupar

31-Mar-07

James Johnstone hands the reings to new Chairman Andy Dalrymple

Cupar Round Table held its AGM early this year to avoid the Easter Holidays. At a well attended meeting held at No 19 St Catherine Street (Scandinavian Gourmet)Past Chairman James Johnston hands the Chairmanship to Andy Dalrymple. James was the first person in Cupar RT history to be Chairman twice.

The picture also shows how Ian Smith (Press and Publicity Officer) has managed to distort everyone faces and add extra chins!!!

Any Dream Will Do - NSW 2007 - Area

29-Mar-07

James Koch and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Hot from treading the boards on Broadway James Koch has been chosen to play the starring role in Paul Johnstone's hit musical NSW 2007. The show will hit Edinburgh in September 2007 and places are selling fast. Be sure to get booked in as soon as possible as it is heading for a sell out. For details check the NSW 2007 web site - http://www.nsw2007.co.uk/

ASD Results and Photos - Area

26-Mar-07

Go to the Sports page for all the info

Go to the Sports page for all the info and soem good photos!

Perth challenge you to bowling! - Area

20-Mar-07

Think you can beat us?

Dear Area tables and tablers,

We are going to have a bowling night on Tuesday 20th March in Dundee.

And if any tables or tablers would like to come along and have a game/challenge Perth they are more than welcome to come along.

We be there from 7pm for a 730pm start at Mega Bowl in Lochee.

Please email me at graham.powrie@pfizer.com if you will be coming, as I will need to book lanes and a curry usually follows these events.

Could any tablers interested please respond by the 10th MARCH.

Many Thanks

Graham

Area 49 RTBI & Area 50 LC Ball Announced - Area

10-Mar-07

I'm A Celebrity I'm Going to the Area 49 Ball

Area 49 Round Table &
Area 50 Ladies Circle
2007 “OSCARS” BALL

NEWSFLASH …NEWSFLASH

It has just been announced that as a result of the banning of Palm Trees in Hollywood this years “Oscars” Ball will now be held at the Windlestrae Hotel, Kinross on Saturday 10th March 2007.

Be prepared to be star struck and live out your dream as once you have walked down the red carpet you will see and meet the stars you normally only see on film at “Cineworld” or on DVD.

The night will be full of surprises and you might even find your self sitting at the same table as Halle Berry or dancing with Julia Roberts – now she’s a Pretty Woman !!! Who knows who else you will meet or be sitting beside ? Mel Gibson, Brad Pitt, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones will all be there and you are sure to have a great night.
It is sure to be a Ball with a difference and one that will be talked about for a long, long time so get the glad rags on and come on down, up or across the way !!
The organisers are delighted to have managed to get the highly sought after band “Pepperpot” to play at the “Oscars” Ball and they always guarantee a great night wherever they play. Just imagine David Gest doing the “Gay Gordon’s” or the “Strip the Willow” …. now that’s a picture in your mind !!!
We hope you and your partners can make it and we look forward to seeing you on the 10 March 2007.

There is a prize for those Tablers who book their tickets the earliest, your name will be put in the hat to see who gets to sit opposite Sharon Stone at her table !!

The cost of the night is only £35 per person, a steal given who will be in attendance.

And remember it may be advisable to wear shades on the night as the “Paparazzi” will be in attendance and they may dazzle you with their flashlights.

CAMERAS ROLLING ………. AND ACTION !!!!!

To book your tickets contact :-
Judith Pritchard, 9 McLauchlan Rise, Aberdour, Fife, KY3 0SS,
Tel. 01383 860375 or e-mail : ian.pritchard@freenet.co.uk

Glas Tulaichean conquered - Area

26-Feb-07

Hillwalking club hit the heights

The second walk is a success with us reaching new heights to conquer Glas Tulaichean in Glenshee

Table Succeeds in 41 Club Challenge - Area

21-Feb-07

Arbroath Round Tables Annual 41 Club Challenge

The annual 41 Club challenge match between Arbroath Round Table and the local 41 Club saw the Tablers taste success by the narrowest of fixes. After a night of closely fought, pool, darts, snooker, dominos and table bowls the coveted trophy (that has been lost) was not presented to the Arbroath RT Chairman Alan Rose. Alan didnt receive the trophy but gave special mention to his elite band of Tablers who had worked tirelessly in advance of the contest to get themselves into shape. The ART athletes had honed their bodies into prime condition and the rewards were enjoyed once the pressure was off.

Santa Money Distributed - Arbroath

19-Feb-07

Money collected with Santa Sleigh

The money we collected when out with Santa was distributed to care homes in Arbroath

Karting in Kircaldy - Area

2-Jan-07

Brechin, Monifieth, Broughty Ferry

Brechin held their annual joint challenge meeting with Monifieth Round Table at Kartstart in Kircaldy on Thursday 1st February. Monifieth brought along 3 ringers from Broughty Ferry. As a consequently filling 4 of the 6 places in the final, unfortunately for them that was not enough to stop Brechin taking 1st & 2nd places. Further analysis revealed that the rest of the Brechin guys firmly supported the standings, well they were the last six at the bottom of the pile!

A great night was had by all as can be seen by the smiling faces in the photo.

Top three places:
Alan Budge, Brechin
Graham Finnie, Brechin (guest!)
Keith Allan, Monifieth

Area 44 Chairman says Abracadabra and Finds his Crown Jewels - Area

22-Nov-06

Outgoing Temporary Area 44 Chairman Jonny Booth presents Blair with his Crown Jewels.

Area 44 Chairman Blair Forrest was presented with his Crown Jewels by outgoing temporary Area 44 Chairman Jonny Booth at the recent joint meeting between Arbroath, Brechin, Forfar, Kirriemuir and Montrose Round Tables. It may have been coincidence that the guest speaker was a Magician but Blair was a happy man at the end of the day. Blair headed north with his jewels intact, two rabbits, an inflatable sheep, a packet of playing cards and a smile as big as the one on the sheep.

Area 49 Chairman Woks on Ice and Loses a Stone - Area

14-Nov-06

Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill visited Crieff Round Table on Tuesday 14 November. After a "light" meal the group had a go at Curling on the ice at Dewars Ice Rink. Before taking to the ice several Tablers had to be weighed to make sure that Ice Age 3 wasnt started in Perth. After Jim Sanderson (Crieff RT) and Bob Stewart (Arbroath RT) were given clearance to take to the ice 4 teams competed for the honour of staying on their feet the longest and managing to stop a stone in the circle.
Crieff Chairman and Skip Graham Donaldsons team emerged victorious but competitor of the evening title must go to Jim McConnell. Jim not only managed to deliver the stone but also managed to sweep the ice at the same time, taking any Tablers out who got in his way on his way to the ring. A great evening was had by all and although Crieff RT took the honours on the ice Arbroath RT were undoubtedly the stars when it came to clearing their plates in the Chinese Buffet restaurant.

Princess Carers Trust Awards Ceremony - Area

13-Nov-06

Is "Still Game" star Navid our latest tabler?

Go to the Vice chairmans page for the full report on the awards ceremony and also hear of the Perth Chairmans and Vice Charimans sleeping arrangement!

Two Munros, Two Poles and a Packet of Wine Gums - Area

12-Nov-06

The Area 49 Hill Walking Clubs first outing was a great success.

A Night “Mayer” and a “Driesh” Day Out

The first Area 49 Hill Walking Club gathering took place on Sunday 12th November 2006. 22 hearty souls gathered at Glen Doll car park ready for a days hillwalking.

Sherpa Gordy Paterson was delighted with the turnout and even more so that seven Area 49 Tables were represented – Arbroath, Burntisland, Brechin, Crieff, Forfar, East Neuk and Montrose.

On a beautiful sunny morning the group headed off and the early leaders disappeared like “Sna Aff a Dyke” through the forest. The group then gathered together again at the bottom of Corrie Fee and it must be said that this must be one of the most stunning views that can be seen on the Munro circuit.

After walking up Corrie Fee the group then negotiated the steep climb with the beautiful scenery complemented by a waterfall thundering down the rockface, winter hares and a fox all spotted by Sherpa Gordys Mountain Rescue Team and pointed out to us “Toonsers” who hadn’t seen such wildlife since picking tatties in the 1970’s.

The group then began to spread out and everyone soon found the groups that suited their fitness levels. Sherpa Gordy was setting the pace at the rear picking up any stragglers who had fallen behind the other groups. Fortunately no one did so Sherpa Gordy felt it was safe to open his packet of wine gums meaning he didn’t have to share them with anyone. Word has it that Gordy can peel a Satsuma in his pocket with one hand and still deal with the customers at the counter.

On reaching the top of Corrie Fee the view was quite stunning – down the way that is as we all then discovered that there was more of the hill over the top of the summit that we could now see.

The groups became quite spread out at this point but soon gathered at the top of “Mayar”. After some soup, sannies, sugary drinks and chocolate we were all refuelled and ready to head back down to the pub. However news soon spread that some eager and serious hillwalkers and leaders were heading over to bag another Munro “Driesh” as well.

Well with us Munro novices now becoming experienced hillwalkers in one morning we agreed to join in the team spirit and follow the group. The fact the leaders knew where we were and had a map kinda made our decision for us but we headed off on our next expedition to conquer two Munros in a day.

Sherpa Gordy was doing a great job of bringing up the rear and after two packets of wine gums he reached the top of “Mayar” only to find that everyone had moved on to the next challenge.

On the way much fun was had as we traversed snow drifts that came up to our knees. The experienced light on your feet loafer brigade skimmed across the top of the snow as us novices plunged into the snow like kids who had seen snow for the first time. The scene was reminiscent of the school playground as we all played stick in the mud.

Very soon we reached the summit of “Driesh” and we all gathered for a team photograph. Andy Stirling (Montrose) was determined that there was photographic evidence of his achievement as this was the first physical exercise that he had done since emptying the baskets at the tatties in the 70’s.

Experienced hill walker Jamie Pert (Montrose) before the walk had advised Andy Stirling to bring some walking poles with him to make it easier on the hill. Andy had taken Jamies advice and the two Polish farm workers thoroughly enjoyed their day out carrying Andys rucksack and Andy over the burns and snowdrifts.

The groups then began their descent of “Driesh” and the lure of a pint saw various routes of descent being chosen by the groups in order to reach the Clova Hotel first for that well earned pint.

En route to the Clova Hotel Sherpa Gordy did a marvellous job of minesweeping the tailenders and ensured that everyone got off the hill safely. First on the hill and last off was our Gordy and the Mountain Rescue Team were then told to stand down and the Sea King put back in the hanger for another day.

The Clova Hotel was a wonderful sight and the log fire and a pint certainly made the perfect finish to a wonderful day out.

The 22 souls who took part would like to pass their thanks to Sherpa Gordy for organising the hill walk. Gordy showed great enthusiasm throughout the day and thoroughly deserved the congratulations that came his way from all who took part.

A special mention must also be made of Ian Pritchard (Burntisland) who lost his Munro virginity and bagged his second Munro as well. Ian managed to do both Munros with a rucksack that looked like it had Dave Nugent in it, Ian obviously thought we were away for a few days and to do the two Munros in one day with that rucksack was a great achievement for Ian – well done.

Anyone who didn’t come along missed a great day out with some spectacular scenery along the way. It is a great way for us novice hill walkers to get out into the hills safe in the knowledge that you are with a number of experienced people who will ensure you get back to the pub safely. Should there ever be any problems you can be assured that Sherpa Gordy will have enough munchies to see you through the night and if the worst comes to the worst we can all climb inside Ian Pritchards rucksack and have a ceilidh to keep us warm.

A great start to the Area 49 Hill Walking Club and we are all now looking forward to the next challenge that Sherpa Gordy and his team sets us in the New Year.

Reminder for my Santas list :- Snow Gators and two Poles like Andys.

Olympic "Sweet" Heart Kelly Wood - Area

8-Nov-06

Montrose Chairman Meets His "Sweet" Heart

At their Table meeting on the 8 November 2006 Montrose Chairman Edward Stansfield welcomed Scotlands very own Olympic and Scottish Skittles Champion Kelly Wood. Unfortunately Kelly is famous for her Curling and not Skittles. The picture above shows Edward with the gift he presented Kelly with. However Montrose Tablers are relieved as it could have been worse once Edward had realised his mistake, Edward was spotted in Boots the chemist the next day looking at Curling tongs.

Wilson Trophy Winners - Dundee 330 - Area

7-Nov-06

Dundee 330 were officially presented the Wilson Trophy for 2006 at a recent meeting in Dundee by Area 49 Chairman Brian Cargill.

The Blair Switch Project - Area

31-Oct-06

Area 44 Chairman has the Wool Pulled Over His Eyes by Ewan MacLuv

Area 44 Chairman Gets Ransom Note

During a recent Brechin and Montrose RT joint visit to RGIT Montrose Area 44 Chairman Blair (No Bling) Forrest received a ransom note delivered by a local lamb Ewan MacLuv. Although Blair was concerned about the scary development he was delighted that Ewan agreed to go home with him.

"Forrest Stump" - Area

29-Oct-06

Area 44 Chairman Loses Bling in Bling Sting

Area 44 Chairman Blair Forrest woke up this morning to discover that his "Crown Jewels" had been stolen during the night. Blair had been partying the night away after Dunfermline Round Tables 50th Charter Dinner with the guys from Arbroath RT. If anyone knows of their wherabouts send your answers on a postcard to the Royal Mail FAO Postie Blair from you know where.

Area 49 Vice Chairman Elected - Area

10-Oct-06

Budgie on his way to Area 49 Meeting at Kinross

Area 49 VC Elected in Wave of Euphoria

At the recent Area 49 meeting Alan (Budgie) Budge was elected as Area 49 Vice Chairman. Budgie will bring with him plenty of enthusiasm and committment. Chairman Brian Cargill said "With the appointment of Budgie this is the final piece of the jigsaw in place. You usually start with the corners building a jigsaw but as long as you finish with a square that is fine by me".

Area 49 Hill Walking Club Launched - Area

10-Oct-06

At the Area 49 meeting on Tuesday night it was announced that an Area 49 Hill Walking Club is to be launched. If you feel you want to burn off those extra pounds gained over the summer then join Sherpa Gordy and bag a few Munros. No experience is required so dig out your shell suit and sambas and come along and join the fun. Gordon Paterson will annouce the first walk very soon but it will take place in mid November.

Kinross-shire Round Table's First Annual Beer Festival - Kinross

23-Sep-06

We are holding our first beer festival later this month, and hope you will come along and support us. Tickets are £6 each and can be obtained from various outlets in Kinross & Milnathort, or from any Kinross-shire Tabler.

If you can't make it to the evening event, why not pop along to see us in the afternoon (noon - 5pm), pay £2 at the door and have a beer (or three!)

Hill Walk/Water Ski Photos added to Sports Page - Area

10-Sep-06

A fantastic weekend was had by all who attended, check out the sports page for more photos

Hill Walk/Water Ski weekend - Area

10-Sep-06

See sports section for more details

Chairmans Spring Newsletter 2006 - Area

24-Jul-06
Go to the Area 49 Chairmans Page to see more

Donkey Derby - Montrose

23-Jul-06

Held in Montrose

Held in Montrose

T In The Park - Kinross

8-Jul-06

Fully subscribed!

We will be working at T again this year, but due to an extraordinary demand from previous helpers and friends we never knew we had, we are already fully staffed with a VERY long wait-list.
If you want to be at T and get offered a ticket you should buy it!

Camping Weekend - Montrose

24-Jun-06

Camping Weekend in June

Camping Weekend in June

Lepra Cycle Run - Kinross

24-Jun-06
Cycling from Edinburgh to St Andrews

We are providing lunches for about 600 hardy souls taking part in this annual event.

Table Service for Lepra Cyclists - Kinross

24-Jun-06

Kinross-shire did the lunches again...

... for almost 800 people taking part in Leptra's annual Edinburgh to St Andrews Cycle run.

The weather turned out warm and sunny which didn't help soup sales buy, happily, we were prepared for all eventualities and everyone went away well fed!

New Area49 Chairman - Arbroath

26-Apr-06

Brian Cargill is elected Area 49 Chairman

Gordon Patterson hands over the reigns of Area 49 Chairman to Brian Cargill

Area AGM - Area

26-Apr-06

Don’t let him get away he’s not bought a round. Guest Speaker – Colin Robertson (Scottish Rugby Union)

Area 49 AGM

Wednesday 26th April at 7.00pm for 7.30pm start

Venue – Hospitalfield House, Arbroath

Finger Buffet (£10 Subsidised)

Guest Speaker – Colin Robertson (Scottish Rugby Union)

Topic ----- "Top Performance / Motivation in Sport (Rugby)"

Colin is currently National Academy Coach with the Scottish Rugby Union. He has been employed within the coaching side of SRU in different capacities for over 17 years. He is keen on bridging links between performance methods / approaches in sport and business approaches to better people. This year Scotland recorded some great victories in the Six Nations Rugby Championships and the team showed great team spirit throughout. The victory over the auld enemy captured the team work and motivation that has been instilled in the players and Colin hopes to give you an insight into the ideas and methods currently being employed by the SRU.

“I am William Wallace, and before me, I see a whole ARMY of my countrymen here to battle the English. Ay, fight and you may die, run and you'll live. At least a while. And dying in your beds many years from now, would you be willing to trade all the days from this day to that for one chance, just one chance to come back here and tell our enemies that they may take our lives.... but they'll never take our FREEDOM !!” – Mel Gibson

2 Chairmen & 2 Lectern's at Brechin's AGM!!! - Brechin

13-Apr-06

What's the ransom fee being offered for this surplus lectern?

Euromeeting 2006 - Brechin

1-Apr-06

Trip to Germany

Inspired by heartfelt friendship the participants of the Euromeeting showed up to the Bayrueth Service Club invited by the Bayreuth Round Table.
Around 20 guests from Brechin in Scotland, Derby in England and Neanderthal in North Rhine, Westfalia, all Round Table members in their own countries, visited for 3 days.
Lindsay Mudie, a Tabler from Scotland, took part as the "Devils' Violinist" and assisted Concertina Player Manfred Schill from Eckersdorf at the Bayreuth soiree.
Other photos are in Brechin's Photo Gallery

Cheques Presentation - Arbroath

30-Mar-06

BB and Stephen Watson

Cheques presented to the Boys Brigade (Badminton Tournie) and Stephen Watson (LINK Overseas Exchange)

Arbroath 55th Charter - Arbroath

18-Mar-06

55th Charter a great success!

Arbroath & District celebrated their 55th charter and Academy Award Ceremony on the 18th of March at the TA Battery Hall, Arbroath. It was a very enjoyable and successful evening helped no doubt by the £1 a drink TA prices! Categories for the awards were Best A-List Actor, Best TV/Soap actor and Best Comedy Actor. Also, long service awards were given to two of our members who retire at our AGM. Farmer Hume for being outstanding in his field and Malcolm Hedigan for his service to stunt men.

Area 49 RTBI & Area 50 LC Ball Announced - Area

10-Mar-06

I'm A Celebrity I'm Going to the Area 49 Ball

Area 49 Round Table &
Area 50 Ladies Circle
2007 “OSCARS” BALL

NEWSFLASH …NEWSFLASH

It has just been announced that as a result of the banning of Palm Trees in Hollywood this years “Oscars” Ball will now be held at the Windlestrae Hotel, Kinross on Saturday 10th March 2007.

Be prepared to be star struck and live out your dream as once you have walked down the red carpet you will see and meet the stars you normally only see on film at “Cineworld” or on DVD.

The night will be full of surprises and you might even find your self sitting at the same table as Halle Berry or dancing with Julia Roberts – now she’s a Pretty Woman !!! Who knows who else you will meet or be sitting beside ? Mel Gibson, Brad Pitt, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones will all be there and you are sure to have a great night.
It is sure to be a Ball with a difference and one that will be talked about for a long, long time so get the glad rags on and come on down, up or across the way !!
The organisers are delighted to have managed to get the highly sought after band “Peppepot” to play at the “Oscars” Ball and they always guarantee a great night wherever they play. Just imagine David Gest doing the “Gay Gordon’s” or the “Strip the Willow” …. now that’s a picture in your mind !!!
We hope you and your partners can make it and we look forward to seeing you on the 10 March 2007.

There is a prize for those Tablers who book their tickets the earliest, your name will be put in the hat to see who gets to sit opposite Sharon Stone at her table !!

The cost of the night is only £35 per person, a steal given who will be in attendance.

And remember it may be advisable to wear shades on the night as the “Paparazzi” will be in attendance and they may dazzle you with their flashlights.

CAMERAS ROLLING ………. AND ACTION !!!!!

To book your tickets contact :-
Judith Pritchard, 9 McLauchlan Rise, Aberdour, Fife, KY3 0SS,
Tel. 01383 860375 or e-mail : ian.pritchard@freenet.co.uk

2006 Real Ale Festival - Dundee

10-Mar-06

Real Ale Festival

The Annual Dundee Round Table Real Ale Festival will feature approx 20 Real Ales including the Overall Champion Beer of 2005 and the Winter Champion Beer of 2005 among many other excellent hand-picked Ales. Promises to be excellentan excellent night with Live Music - not to be missed.

Do you recognise this body ? - Area

1-Mar-06

Last seen at Area 49 Rugby Day

Prize for the funniest caption sent to Area 49 Vice Chairman (Brian Cargill) by end of March 2006. All funny and printable captions will be displayed on the web site.

40th Charter a great success - Glenrothes 871

24-Feb-06

Top Table guests (from left) Gordon Paterson, Garry Davison, Chairman Chris McFarlane, speakers Les Peters and John Rowbotham, and Graham Drummond.

Glenrothes Round Table celebrated their 40th anniversary with a dinner at the town's Balgeddie House Hotel

Glenrothes Round Table celebrated their 40th anniversary with a dinner at the town's Balgeddie House Hotel on Friday (24/2/2006) night.

Club Chairman Chris McFarlane welcomed nearly 100 guests who had travelled from all over the country, both north and south of the border, to enjoy the club's charter party.

Joining Chris at the top table were Round Table's Area 49 Chairman Gordon Paterson, National Membership and Development Officer Graham Drummond, Glenrothes club secretary Garry Davison and speakers Les Peters from Kinghorn and former referee John Rowbotham from Kirkcaldy.

Among the guests were many former members of the club, including Founder Chairman John Winter.

Area 49 Rugby Day Out News - Area

4-Feb-06
For a report on the Rugby day out go to the Vice Chairmans page

Cheque to Thea McDonald-Lee - Arbroath

1-Feb-06

To help with her Link overseas trip

To help with her Link overseas trip

Christmas Cheques to Care Homes - Arbroath

26-Jan-06

Christmas Cheques to Care Homes

Christmas Cheques to Care Homes

Sleigh Collection - Dundee

22-Dec-05

Santa's Sleigh Collection: Tesco Riverside

Santa Sleigh Collection - Arbroath

21-Dec-05

Collection Round Arbroath

Lots of money raised and lots of fun

Santa's Sleigh - Dundee

17-Dec-05

Sleigh Collection 17 Dec 2005

Ward Road Gym Appeal - Dundee

8-Dec-05

Evening Telegraph Story 8/12/05

Chairmans Wifes Novel Fundraising Idea - Area

17-Nov-05

see Vice Chairmans Page under "Gammel Dansk Drinking Challenge"

Arbroath Family and Friends Bonfire a Roaring Success - Area

5-Nov-05

Some of those who enjoyed the Bonfire Night Fun

Bonfire Night Not a Damp Squib

Arbroath Round Table Family Bonfire A Roaring Success

Saturday night saw Arbroath Round Tables annual “Family and Friends Bonfire” land lucky with the weather and a great time was had by all who braved the elements to attend. Arbroaths very own “Rocket Man” Malcolm Hedigan organised the biggest fireworks display yet and the spectators were treated to a great display that lit the sky over Carmyllie. The bonfire team took a whole day to build the bonfire and it was reported to still be burning on the Monday morning with Red Adair put on standby.
Special thanks must go to Ian Wren who made the stovies and soup and Lindsay and Pat Hume who once again allowed the use of their facilities for a Table event. Finally thanks to Chris Boyle and Campbell Scott for supplying the entertainment during the day as they struggled to work out how to erect the marquees.
S. Parkler – Arbroath Round Table 219

Area 49 Meeting Quiz Results - Area

28-Oct-05
Samson is Dead Chuffed

Go to the Vice Chairmans page to see the results hot off the press !!!

Area Chairman Sets the Pace - Area

25-Oct-05
"Gammel Dansk Drinking Game"

Area 49 now has a "Gammel Dansk Drinking Game" and Area 49 Chairman Gordon Paterson christened it at the Area 49 meeting at Tannadice on Tuesday 25 October 2005. He has set the standard to be aimed for at 3.61 sec. It is not anticipated that the record will stand for long as this was somewhat a pussy effort !!

Tayside Aphasia Self Help Group - Arbroath

5-Oct-05

Tayside Aphasia Self Help Group

We donate 250 pounds to help members of the Tayside Aphasia Self Help Group go to a conference in London

Donation to Arbroath Lads Club - Arbroath

24-Sep-05

We donate £100 for new equipment

We donate £100 for new equipment

Barnfest Winner - Arbroath

7-Sep-05

Winner of the digital camera at this years barnfest

Winner of the digital camera at this years barnfest lucky program competition.

Gone Fishing - Arbroath

3-Sep-05

Fishing Trip to Bell Rock

Fun day out fishing and drinking. More photos on the photo gallery page.

Highest Area Meeting - Area

29-Aug-05

Area Meeting up Mount Keen

Area 49 of Round Table, which covers Strathtay and Fife held its recent area meeting on Sunday 29 August on the top of Mount Keen, the most easterly of all the Munros to claim the highest area meeting in Round Table. Despite inclement weather a number of Tablers made it to the top where a short meeting was held before retreating to the sanctuary of a local hotel. Chairman Gordon Paterson, who is a member of Montrose Round Table explained that at area level we are trying to implement a number of ideas this year to make our programme more varied and to emphasise being a member of Round Table is not just about going to meetings.

Barn Dance - Arbroath

6-Aug-05

Barn Dance with mucho Heuchin and Teuchin

Venue: Mains of Carmyllie Farm, just outside Arbroath
A Barn dance is to be held at Mains of Carmyllie, just outside Arbroath. This will replace but still be along the lines of our traditional "Beerfest" which will unfortunately not be happening this year at Seafest.
Tickets £10 inc first drink.
Contact: barnfest@arbroathroundtable.org.uk

LEPRA Cycle Run - Kinross

25-Jun-05
Edinburgh to St Andrews

We are providing lunches at the Millbridge Hall for 600 cyclists taking part in LEPRA's 25th Edinburgh to St Andrews Cycle Run.

Carry On Camping 2005 - Area

24-Jun-05
Weekend Camping with Brechin Round Table

I just spent the weekend camping with Brechin RT and all the kids up Glen Esk. This is a thoroughly enjoyable experience which sums up just what Table is all about - Fun, Friends and Midgies. This is a great event and we could all learn a lesson from Brechin RT who like everyone is struggling for numbers but the enthusiasm is there for all to see. Well done and looking forward to 2006 already - I Promise to learn verses 2 and 3 of My Sister Belinda for 2006. Cheers, Brian.

New Members Night - Kinross

21-Jun-05

An informal evening for prospective new members to come along and learn what Round Table and Kinross-Shire 814 are all about, over a game of putting or petanque and a bite to eat.

Presentation of Cheque - Arbroath

9-Jun-05

Presenting over £2000 for Kevin Christie

Presenting over £2000 for Kevin Christie

Cheque Presentations - Arbroath

18-May-05

2 cheques presented at meeting

Cheques for Grant Jarret and Aimee Dorward were preneted at our last meeting

New Chairman - Arbroath

18-May-05

Arbroath welcomes their new chairman

Bob Dickson welcomes Bob Stewart

Jimmy Smith - Area

9-May-05

Frozen Jimmy

Jimmy goes of to find the North Pole.

Jimmy's Team - Area

9-May-05

Lots of cold people

Try and spot Jimmy in amongst the beardies.

Recent Donations - Kinross

3-May-05

At our last meeting we presented cheques to a diverse range of groups, covering the theatrical, family, and sports.

New Member - Arbroath

20-Apr-05

Arbroath welcome new member

We were delighted to welcome Jonny Booth as a new member.

Cheque Presentation - Arbroath

6-Apr-05

Cheque Presentation

Cheque Presentation to Krysta Wren

Cheque to Eileen Masson - Arbroath

1-Apr-05

Cheque to Eileen Masson

Cheque to Eileen Masson

Real Ale Festival - Dundee

18-Mar-05

A happy chairman, all of the real ales were sold out on the night.

Real Ale Festival - Dundee

18-Mar-05

An excellent turn-out at the 2005 event, one of our most successful festivals

Santa's Sleigh helps Strathcare Bus - Crieff

3-Feb-05

Crieff Round Table presenting the cheque from the money raised by the Santa Sleigh Ride to Strathcare. The Cheque was for £1150.

Crieff Round Table presenting the cheque from the money raised by the Santa Sleigh Ride to Strathcare. The Cheque was for £1150.

In the photo from Left to right:

Paul Keith - Crieff Round Table Community Service Convenor (he organised the Sleigh Ride)
Mollie McCallum - Strathcare Secretary
Dr. Norman Jarvie - Strathcare Chairman and Former Chairman of CRT
Elizabeth Malloch - Strathcare Treasurer
Stan MacKeddie - Crieff Round Table Treasurer.

STRATHCARE's AIMS
To promote and co-ordinate a range of activities in Crieff and District for those who are elderly, isolated or disabled either physically or mentally.
To provide through a variety of clubs and outings the opportunity for friendship and fellowship.
To enhance the quality of life of those who may have restricted mobility. To make regular use of Strathcare's own bus for transport to all activities.
Strathcare was formed in 1975 with the broad aim of improving, where possible, the
welfare of the local community. It is the co-ordinating body for the activities of:-
The Disabled Club weekly on Wednesday
The Luncheon Club weekly on Thursday
The Social Club weekly on Thursday afternoon
Daybreak weekly on Friday
Church Run weekly on Sunday morning for all denominations
A bus has been central in providing transport to all the Association's activities and is made
available to other groups and organisations for their elderly and disabled. It is used for
Strathcare's Annual Christmas Party for Senior Citizens, the Annual Coffee Morning and
every month on a Tuesday throughout the year for outings for the residents of Richmond
House.
Abbeyfield in Crieff also use the bus for outings and from time to time the local Round
Table for their charity events.
Crieff Rotary organise a major annual summer outing, paid by Strathcare, for the elderly
of the district.
BLESMA in Crieff also make use of the bus occasionally.
There is no charge for the use of the bus although donations to Strathcare are welcome.
A new bus, 'Bertie 111', was purchased in October 2002 for nearly £45000 using virtually
all our reserves built up over a number of years.
In 2003 the bus made almost 4000 passenger journeys.
Strathcare has no paid employees. The committee, drivers, passenger assistants and all helpers are volunteers.
Over the years a loyal band of volunteers have dedicated an enormous amount of time and
energy to keep our activities going. Many are now in their eighties and some have expressed
a wish to reduce and indeed withdraw their involvement. It is a tribute to their enthusiasm
they have persevered so long and we are grateful to all of them.
We are now at the crossroads as we desperately seek new members for the committee,
helpers for some of our clubs, passenger assistants for the bus and drivers. No special
licence is required for this. The commitment is not onerous-an hour or two each month is
the norm. Any help you can give would be more than welcome.
The Secretary, Mollie McCallum (654186) or the Chairman. Norman Jarvie (652067)
will be pleased to provide any further information you may require.

Dundee 330 Santa - Dundee

18-Dec-04

Santa with Float

Santa pays a flying visit to Tesco Riverside in Dundee.

Santa Sleigh Collection - Dundee

18-Dec-04

Dundee Santa 330

This Year Santa and his helpers collected a total of £1928

Cheque presentation - Dundee

9-Dec-04

Cheque for "THE SHAUN CONNELLY MOTABILITY VEHICLE FUND"

£1,300 was raised at a quiz night and £300 was donated from the Dundee 330 Community Service Account.

Donation to Shotokan - Arbroath

6-Dec-04

ART donate £250 to local karate club

ART donate £250 to Brothock Shotokan Karate Club to help with travelling to competitions. Also a way of saying thanks for being the doormen at our beerfest.

Dundee 330 new members - Dundee

6-Dec-04

Dundee 330 inducted 4 new members in November 2004

Dundee 330 are delighted to announce the recent induction of four new members. The photo shows from left to right;
Dave Pullar (Membership), John Lawson (Chairman), Stephen Gardiner, Peter Menzies, Kirk Stewart, Iain Murray (Vice Chairman) and Craig Dickson.

Burger Van 2 - Dundee Tayside

4-Dec-04

Selling burgers forCharity in Dundee High Street.

Burger Van - Dundee Tayside

4-Dec-04

Its that time of year again when Dundee Tayside raise money for charity by flipping burgers in Dundee High Street. So please come along & support us by buying one of our 'great' burgers.

Mountain Rescue Presentation - Dundee Tayside

23-Nov-04

Mountain Rescue Presentation

Presentation of cheque to Mountain Rescue on behalf of the Dundee Tayside Round Table

Chairman Gordon McBean - Dundee Tayside

23-Nov-04

Chairman

Please contact chairman Gordon McBean for any queries

socializing - Dundee Tayside

23-Nov-04

socializing

Socializing at a Dundee Tayside meeting

Dundee 330 - Cheque presentation - Dundee

30-Sep-04

£2000 donation for electric wheelchair

Dundee Round Table and friends of Elaine Thomson raised £1200 at a quiz night in March 2004. Dundee Round Table contributed an additional £800 to bring the amount up to £2000 which was the amount required to buy the wheelchair.

A92 Montrose Bridge - Arbroath

23-Sep-04

Inspect Bridge

We have a look at the new temporary bridhe at Montrose

Beerfest 2004 - Arbroath

14-Aug-04

Arbroath Annual Beerfest

Another great night of fun and fundraising was had by all at the Arbroath RT beerfest. An even bigger marquee meant for even more fun

T In The Park - Kinross

9-Jul-04

Helpers wanted!

We are working at T In The Park again this year from Friday 9th to Sunday 11th of July, selling plastic bottles and running their age-screening programme.

We need adult helpers and if you would like the chance to see David Bowie, Pink, The Darkness and many, many more, please contact Iain Macpherson on imacphers@aol.com or 07802 622861

Arbroath New Chairman - Arbroath

2-Jun-04

Bob Dickson is welcomed

Bob Dickson takes over from Dave Stuart as Arbroath Chairman

Arbroath Visit A92 - Arbroath

2-Jun-04

Arbroath Visit A92

Arbroath were shown round the workings of the new A92

National ten-pin final - Area

20-May-04

National ten-pin final at Southend Conference in May

Paul Johnstone, Jimmy Smith (Area Vice), Paul Sharkey (Area Chair) & Harry Fairley At the National ten-pin final at Southend Conference in May this Year. We came Third but did well to play the final in our kilts!

Dundee 330 visit Dunkirk - Dundee

8-May-04

A group enjouing "Char à Voil"

Land Sailing was one of the exciting activities enjoyed on our trip to Dunkirk.

AREA AGM - Area

28-Apr-04

NEW CHAIRMAN

Graham Steedman welcomes new Area 49 Chairman Paul Sharkey into the role of head bummer!

AREA GOLF - Area

24-Apr-04

Area Golf Winning Team (Drumoig)

Dunfermline RT Winning team from the Area 49 Golf Competition.

AREA 49 CURLING - Area

1-Feb-04

FORFAR RT WIN AREA CURLING

Dunfermline Quiz Night - Kinross

11-Nov-03
We were runners-up

Despite some creative accounting from neighbouring Tables, a quick recount proved that we were actually the runners up this year.

Well done to Dunfermline A who foiled us once again, but maybe we'll run a quiz of our own and see how you get on when WE set the questions!!

Halloween Party - Blairgowrie

11-Nov-03

Halloween Party

On 11th November Blairgowrie Round Table held a slightly belated Halloween party for the local physically and mentally handicapped adults. I great time was had by all with dancing, party games, live music and goodie bags.

BIG BIKE - Area

9-Nov-03

BIG BIKE IN AREA 49

'Hercules' the big 26 seater bike arrived in Area 49 on 9-11-03. It was taken over the Forth Road Bridge; round Perth Town Centre;Across the Tay Bridge and into Dundee Town Centre.

AREA 49 BIG BIKE - Area

9-Nov-03

Area 49 take 26 Seater Bike for a ride

Sunday 9 November 2003 and the Big Bike (Hercules) arrives in Area 49. Fisrt task is to cycle it over the Forth Road Bridge. Then take it round Perth Town Centre. Then across the Tay Bridge and Dundee Town Centre.

AREA 5-A-SIDE ON MASS - Area

27-Oct-03

AREA 5-A-SIDE - Area

26-Oct-03

WINNERS DUNFERMLINE

Cheque Presentation - October 2003 - Blairgowrie

25-Oct-03

Blairgowrie Round Table presented cheques to:
Rattray Nursery
Alyth out of School Club
Blairgowrie and Rattray Braemar Association
Meigle Toddler Group
Rattray Tennis Club
1st Blairgowrie Guides
3rd Blairgowrie Brownies
The Royal Highland Education Trust

AREA CLAY PIGEON COMPETITION - Area

8-Oct-03

Area event at Cluny Clays

The resurrected Area Clay Pigeon Competition was held at Cluny Clays on 04-10-2003. The evnt was well attended by 25 Tablers from the Area and the event was won by Dunfermline RT (Ian Wilson).

Bike Ride - Blairgowrie

12-Jun-03

Blairgowrie Round Table were joined by members of Dunfermline Round table for a bike ride around the local countryside.

Cheque Presentation - Summer 2003 - Blairgowrie

1-Jun-03

Presentation of cheques from Blairgowrie Round Table

Those receiving cheques from Blairgowrie Round Table were Blairgowrie Cheerleaders, Riverside Buggy Club, Ardler Illumination Society, Blairgowrie Highland Games, Strathardle Archers, Headway (Brain Trauma Group), Friends of West Mill Street Library (for disabled) and Meigle Guides.