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 2008 Reunion 

Forty (40) guests confirmed to date - get your booking form in today! Failure to do so will end by you up in front of skippers table as a defaulter!
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 1958-60 Commission 

Shipmates its on, we are going to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our commission and probably the last time we will formally meet. I am just the "young kid on the block" joining the old gal as a Junior [Boy] Seaman and leaving as an OD [Ordinary Seaman]   At 65 years young, I am the young kid, but wait a minute, there is one younger.....John "Pringle" Prince. He was acting "skipper" on Christmas Day and came ashore still in "skippers " uniform and Leading Seaman Fred Bright as the official Captains Driver brought him to our "grippos" for a Chrimbo P**** Up. But as they say that's another story and one which will go down well at our reunion.  As I put this page together, I reflect that 48 years ago almost to the day, we had just passed through the Welland Canal on the Great Lakes and were heading for Sarnia.  Who would ever think that I would end up living here in Canada?

The dates are set - October 24th - 27th 2008. Location Torquay in Devon, not quite Guzz, but the package offered for ships reunions is unbeatable and unbelievable. Full details below. If you are a 1958-60 Ulster commission shipmate and would like to attend or want further details contact me by clicking HERE.  We are consistently searching for our old oppo's and even if you have no wish to attend it would be nice to make contact with you again.

Typical naval weekend consists of:

FRIDAY - 6.00 pm	Welcome reception from your hosts with a complimentary glass of sherry.
LUNCHTIME & EARLY ARRIVALS	Our range of bar snacks is always available.
6.15 - 7.00 pm -	Dinner is served, a delicious 5 course evening meal.
8.00 pm	Cash Bingo, Join us in the lounge for a few games of bingo before the entertainment begins.
8.30 pm	An evening of entertainment and dancing with our superb resident Friday night duo. "JUST FOR THE RECORD
SATURDAY - 8.30 - 9.30 am -	Breakfast is served
Morning and afternoon at leisuree	See local sites or possibly join us for a bus trip to Buckfast Abbey & White Ensign club in Exeter
7.00 pm GALA DINNER	A sumptuous 7 course banquet awaits you
9.00 pm Party Night	Hats, balloons, streamers Competitions Jackpot bingo flyer Entertainment and dancing with "Mac" Followed by Inglewood Karaoke Your chance to be a star!!!!
SUNDAY
8.30 - 9.30 am	Breakfast is served
5.00 pm	Reunion Presentation in the main lounge, an opportunity to discuss your future requirements? Tea or coffee will be served
6.15 - 7.00 pm	Dinner is served
8.30 pm	An evening of first class entertainment and dancing with our fabulous duo "G & T"
MONDAY
8.30 - 9.30 am	Breakfast is served

STOP PRESS:

I have provisionally booked a coach and a light buffet lunch with Pussers tot on the Saturday [tot  dished out by White Ensign Club members in period costume.]  I have had some response, all of which have been "Ayes"  Cost will be under £10 per person and the more that subscribe, lower the price will be.  Please let me know either by email, snail mail or phone ASAP  [You can reverse the charge/ Call  Collect to 0161-265-6864 [Drop the zero if ringing from outside UK]

Location Details

KISTOR HOTEL

BELGRAVE ROAD, TORQUAY,

TQ2 5HR

Telephone: 01803 293800  Reception Desk: 01803 212632

Fax: 01803 297300

email: stay@holidaytorquay.com

www.holidaytorquay.com

Click on map image to enlarge	From Exeter follow the A380 to Newton Abbot. At Newton Abbot follow the signs for Torquay when you see Halfords store on your right hand side, turn right into Avenue Road and follow signs for the sea front. When you reach the sea front turn left, then take first left at the traffic lights into Belgrave Road. The Kistor is on your right and The Inglewood is the second Hotel on the left.
Looking Good!	Click on image to enlarge

Prices per person:
£92.50 for weekend which includes a Gala Dinner on Saturday [7 course sumptious meal]
The weekend package includes:
3 night’s dinner, bed & breakfast, 3 nights entertainment, including Party Night
Sherry Reception
Personalized Souvenir Programme

Typical Daily Menu's

Typical Summer Breakfast Menu served (8.30am - 9.30am)
Chilled Fruit Juice
Choice of : Grapefruit Segments, Cornflakes, Branflakes, Weetabix, Porridge 

English Breakfast
Bacon, Fried Egg, Sausage, Tomato, Mushrooms, & Hash Brown
or
Scrambled or Poached Eggs on Toast
or
Boiled Eggs
or
Grilled Kipper
Toast & Marmalade Pot of Tea or Coffee

Bar Menu Available 24 Hours

Soup of the Day Served with a Warm Roll & Butter, Baguettes, Ham, Beef, Cheese & Onion, Tuna Mayo with a Crisp Salad Garnish
Hot Toasties - Cheese with Onion or Tomato or Ham with a Crisp Salad Garnish
Beans on Toast served on white or brown bread with optional cheese
Sandwiches - Ham, Beef, Cheese, Tuna Mayo with a Crisp Salad Garnish
Devonshire Cream Teas 2 Scones, Jam, Clotted Cream, Pot of Tea
Knickerbocker Glory - Banana Split Ice Cream Sundaes – Beverages 

Typical Summer Dinner Menu served (6.15pm - 7.00pm)

Fanned Melon with Fruits of the Forest or Chilled Fruit Juice
Cream of Broccoli & Cauliflower Soup 

Roast Topside of Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Horseradish Sauce & Rich Gravy
or
Poached Lemon Sole Bon Femme

SAMPLE GALA DINNER MENU

APPETIZER
Seafood Cocktail served with Marie Rose sauce
Or
Chilled Fresh Melon Balls soaked in Port
Or
Spring Vegetable Soup
Or
Fruit Juice, choice of Orange, Grapefruit or Pineapple 

MAIN COURSES

Fresh Devonshire Turkey Served with Bacon roll/Chipolata, Seasoning, Game chips and Cranberry sauce
Or
Fresh Port fillets Served with Cider and Apple sauce with Roast & Duchess Potatoes, Buttered Broccoli & Carrots

DESSERTS

Selection of Gateaux, choice of Strawberry with Cointreau, Black Forest with Kirsh Brandy & Champagne Mirrior
Or
Fresh Fruit Salad with Cream
Or
Mixed Ice Creams, choice of Strawberry, Chocolate Vanilla

CHEESE BOARD

English & Continental Cheese board

Tea or Coffee and Mints

Some Local Attractions

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