Clive's

At the official "handover" event at the Thurlestone Hotel we had a very pleasant afternoon and IPP Christina and I welcomed the visitors. Along with some of our wives, other guests included DGN Adrian Laurie who gave opening remarks, his wife AG Susan - (Tormohun - Torquay) and from other clubs Salcombe, Dart River, and Dukinfield & Stalybridge (D&S). My wife Sue gave a vote of thanks on behalf of the visitors.
Some members will recognise Steve Gilligan from the Yorkshire Club as he works at the Cottage Hotel in Hope Cove. The good news is Steve will be visiting us on a regular basis while he remains at the Cottage Hotel.                                                                                                           
Preparations are underway for the Swimmathon on Saturday 1st August (10.00am-1.00pm.) so hopefully there will be plenty of sponsorship forms even if you are not swimming - you can always put David Grose's name. All sponsorship in aid of St Luke's Hospice but there will be a raffle for local causes so look out a few suitable items and bring them along to the next meeting.
Incidentally I took posters etc. to St Luke's Kingsbridge charity shop only to find they are not allowed to display anything to do with fundraising. Top management had decided this crazy ruling but after I had several discussions with senior managers they have re-thought this policy and very soon all shops will have special notice boards for publicity material. 
All for now.

Clive Higgs (President 2026/27)