The Old Folks Christmas Party 2011 Tuesday 29 November

THE ROTARY CLUB OF HORNCHURCH & UPMINSTER

The Old Folks Christmas Party 2011 Tuesday 29 November dawned a bright windy mild day, the outlook much the same with the possibility of rain later.

A great sigh of relief could be heard after last year's disaster when the Party had to be cancelled at the last minute following 100mm of snow falling overnight. 93 Guests had accepted our innovation to attend West Lodge and join us for the annual Old Folks Christmas Party, needless to say over the last few days a number had fallen out due to ill health etc., and some substitutes found eventually some 90 guests attended. Each year the Club's Members make a great effort and transport the old folk to and from their homes. Thanks to Jim a number of guests are collected from Brunswick Court by Upminster Taxi's at no cost to us for which we are very grateful.

The restricted car park at West Lodge make it essential the arriving cars are unloaded and parked to ensure a smooth delivery handled expertly by David Bull and Lew. Thanks to Jan and Eileen Bragg who man the cloakroom our guests are met by Norman who acts as our ma