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South Essex Matters
CHAIRMANS WELCOME
Hi Everyone
Happy Easter to you all.
The clocks have gone forward, the evenings are
staying lighter for longer, the weather is warm-
ing up and rallying on the grass begins. Let’s
hope we will be able to enjoy a good summer.
We are attending The Romantic Road Easter
Rally at Bourton on the Water which is fully
booked with over 40 vans. The other Easter rally at the Hoo Academy
is also full with over 35 vans. We hope this could be a trend for this
year, the more the merrier.
The Centre held its Annual Dinner Dance in March at a brand new venue
The Westcliff Hotel which for those who attended said it was a bril-
liant evening. Thanks goes to Will & Penny Thursby for organising the
event and for ensuring all went well on the night.
The National Rally this year is being held at Arley Hall, Cheshire from
23rd -27th May. Let’s hope it doesn’t rain as bad as last year leading up
to the event. We don’t want to get stuck in the mud again as I still
haven’t lived it down.
The Chairman’s Rally is to be held at Bulphan Hall Farm on an ordinary
weekend (18th -20th July). We hope to see lots of you there. A pro-
gramme is starting to come together which we are sure you will enjoy.
Don’t eat too many Easter eggs, save some for us!
Take care. Paul & Sue
Newsletter 204, Easter, April 2014
Please note the AGM date has been changed to the 5th
October at Westcliff High School for Boys.
Don’t forget to sign up to the ‘SECC Weekly Update’ email service to keep up
to date with rally news.
Equipment for sale
The equipment that we have for sale will soon be available
through the SECC website. We are in the
process of photographing all of the stock
that we have and uploading it to the website.
You can of course still purchase all items
from us personally.
We have limited items of clothing,
fleeces, t shirts, jumpers, shirts & coats still
for sale.
All items are still available to order from the catalogue that we
will carry with us. But may take a few weeks to arrive.
Each Committee member will now be carrying a selection of toi-
let chemicals so that these will be available on most rallies.
Please ask if you require anything.
Please feel free to contact us.
Clint & Janice Price
01708 347729
Following the success of our ‘Murder at the Village Hall’ rally in
which Irene and Steve Volke, together with the cast from Star-
light Productions, acted out a murder for ralliers to work out ‘who
did it?’ it was suggested that a rally be organised to coincide with
their Christmas/New Year pantomime.
We are now pleased to advise that a rally has been organised at
Blenheim School for the week-end of 9th – 11th January 2015 and
that the pantomime will be ‘Aladdin’.
So why not start the year with an old fashion pantomime. Star-
tlight Productions, are producing Aladdin locally and have secured
a block booking for the Saturday afternoon matinee for South Es-
sex members and their families.
Whilst the tickets are being organised on a block booking, the ac-
tual numbers required are needed by the end of November
LATEST. We therefore ask for those interested in coming to this
rally to let us know as soon as possible.
An early booking slip together with a £10 per person deposit will
secure your place and avoid disappointment on what promises to
be a very popular rally/pantomime. Cheques, made payable to The
Caravan Club, South Essex Centre, should be sent to Sharon &
Dave May, 122 Link Road, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9SB.
Caretaker marshals will remain on
site during your time at the panto.
Saturday evening join us in the hall
for an American supper.
Easter Egg Nest Cake
Ingredients:
for the cake
250 grams dark chocolate (chopped) 125 grams unsalted butter (softened) 6 medium eggs (2 whole, 4 separated) 175 grams caster sugar (75g for yolk mixture, 100g for whites) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for the topping
125 grams dark chocolate (chopped) 250 ml double cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 packet mini chocolate egg (for decorating)
Method:
· Preheat the oven to gas mark 4/180°C.
· Line the bottom of a 23cm springform cake tin with baking parchment, or better still, Bake-O-Glide but do not grease the sides of the tine.
· Melt the 250g chocolate with the butter in either a double boiler or a microwave and then set aside to cool slightly.
· Whisk the 4 egg whites until firm, then gradually add the 100g of sugar and whisk until the whites are holding their shape and peak gleamingly - but not stiff.
· Remove this bowl and set aside while you whisk, in another bowl, the 2 whole eggs and 4 yolks with the 75g of sugar and the vanilla extract, and then gently fold in the chocolate mixture. Lighten the mixture with some egg whites - just dollop a large spoonful in and stir briskly - and then fold in the rest of the whisked whites gently, in about three goes.
· Pour into the prepared tin and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the cake is risen and cracked and the centre is no longer wobbly on the surface. Cool the cake in its tin on a wire rack; the middle will sink as it cools and the sides splinter. You want this to look like a cake with a crater in it, so do not panic at the vision of imperfection in front of you. That's one of the reasons this cake is so unstressful to make.
· To finish the cake, carefully remove it from the tin and place it on a plate or cake-stand, not worrying if bits fall off here and there. Put them back in a loose fashion.
Melt the chocolate for the topping and leave it to cool a little. Whip the cream until it is
firming up and aerated but still soft, and then add the vanilla and fold in the melted
chocolate. Fill the crater of the cake with the chocolatey cream, easing it out gently to-
wards the edges of the cake with a rubber spatula, and then arrange the little sugar
Easter eggs on top.
Inter-centre Fishing Competition 2014. This year’s inter-centre
fishing rally is being hosted by the North Essex Centre on the
weekend of 19th – 21st September at Home Farm fishery, Little
Walden near Saffron Walden. All Anglia centres have been in-
vited to enter a team of 7 anglers for the competition. The cost
per angler for the fishing is £6.50 which is in addition to the rally
fee. There is a no floating bait rule and the fishery rules will ap-
ply. If you are planning to enter this competition would you please
let Kevin Higgins know on 07711368271 by 31st May 2014, so that
he can advise North Essex if our centre will be providing a full
team or not.
Kevin Higgins, Vice Chairman
If you have any ideas for new venues or come
across a potential new site suitable for rallying
in 2015 then please speak to me on the rally
field or give me a ring. You do not have to run
the rally yourself although you will be given first refusal.
Phil Goldspink, Rally Secretary.
01268570366
We would like to thank everyone for the many cards and letters
of sympathy for the loss of our daughter, Claire and for all the
support from so many at her funeral and donations for the
charities of her choice. So much kindness and support has been
very much appreciated. Also for the cards and congratulations on
the birth of our grand-daughter, Isobel Claire who is absolutely
beautiful and has helped us get through the last few weeks.
Jean and John Weller.
I am sure most of you know that Sue and Keith Tyler have been collected
ring pulls for charity for many years. I am sure they would like to thank you
for all your efforts but they are no longer collecting them.
Scan with your smart phone to
visit the South Essex Website.
Equipment News
New Marquee
Following requests from members the centre
has purchased a new light weight marquee. The
marquee is 8 meters X 4 meters, the same size
as the centres other marquees but is much
lighter and is transportable in a single vehicle.
It will be stored at the lock up with
instructions, if you wish to use it please contact Kevin Higgins on
07711368271.
Rally Equipment
Marshall’s are asked to book centre equipment for rallies giving as
much notice as possible to avoid disappointment.
Equipment Testing
On another note I am pleased to advise that all the centres known
electrical equipment has now passed the “Portable Appliance test”
this resulted in a few items being scrapped and replaced. However
in general our equipment is in good order. If when running or on a
rally you think of an item of equipment that would benefit the cen-
tre please let a member of the committee know, if its practical and
we can afford it, we will look at the viability of purchase.
Kevin Higgins, Vice Chairman.
Voucher for new ralliers
It has been agreed that, with effect from 1st April 2014, centre
members attending their first South Essex rally will be provided
with a voucher which they will be able to use towards the cost of a
subsequent rally. So, if you have joined our centre but not yet tried
a rally why not give it a go?
Also, if you have any caravanning friends who are not centre mem-
bers perhaps you could persuade them to join us.
Rally Marshals – please let The Rally Secretary know if you have
first-time ralliers booking onto your rallies so that you can be pro-
vided with a voucher to give to them.
Revised AGM date
A reminder that the date of the AGM has been changed to Sunday
5th October 2014 at 10 a.m. Registration from 9.15 a.m.
AGM Supper Dance will be held on Saturday 4th October 2014. The
AGM Rally will be held from 3rd to 5th October 2014.
All other details remain unchanged.
Number of caravans on rallies
This is a reminder to all Rally Marshals, and potential Marshals,
that the limit in the Rally Book is the marshal’s limit.
If you wish to exceed this limit, and the venue can hold more vans,
you MUST seek permission from the Rally Secretary who will notify
the Caravan Club.
Jacqui Ellis, Assistant Secretary.
We would like to say a big thank you to our Social Sectary and his
wife Will & Penny Thursby for all they did in making this year’s
Spring Ball one of the best that we have been to.
We had a fantastic night with our friends. The Westcliff Hotel was
lovely new venue the food and service was excellent and so was the
entertainment. Trevor Doore made a speech on behalf of the men
and Marion Mills replied on behalf of the ladies with a very witty
poem. Well done to you both. There was also entertainment on the
coach that took us back to our caravans and the end of the evening
the form of a Bob Keen Sing-along. All we can say about that is Bob
“please do not give up your day job”! I think we speak for
everybody there in saying if you were thinking of
going and didn't we would recommend it for next
year.
Thank you again for a lovely evening.
Dave & Lynn Farrar.
I would like to thank everybody who helped Penny and I in arrang-
ing this years Annual Dinner Dance. Special thanks go to Lynda
Carter and Debbie Sayer for their beautiful flower arrangements.
I am looking forward to seeing many of you there next year.
Will Thursby.
Great weekend, great venue and great company was the start of
what turned out to be a great evening at the Westcliffe Hotel, a
new venue for this year's Annual Dinner and Dance.
Saturday arrived and we were treated to a warm sunny day allowing
us to take a stroll along the sea front and enjoy lunch with friends.
It was soon time to get ready for the main event of the weekend,
the ladies looked wonderful, dressed in their finery, the men look-
ing smart in their dinner suits. The coach duly arrived and we were
transported to the hotel, arriving at the main entrance after a
short journey, allowing everyone to enjoy the evening without the
inconvenience of driving and parking.
Following pre-dinner drinks at the reception bar we were shown to
our tables for the evening, where we enjoyed a wonderful four
course meal with our fellow diners. A lively disco provided music for
the evening, filling the dance floor all evening. The venue, meal and
disco were all a great success and we would like to thank the Chair-
man and his committee and of course, their partners for a most en-
joyable evening. We would also like to extend our thanks to the so-
cial secretary Will Thursby and his wife Penny for their hard work
in making the Dinner and Dance so memorable for us.
It has been some time since we last attended a Dinner
and Dance and both Sandie and I are looking forward to
next year at this venue.
Sandie and Phil Hegarty.
Marion Mills Dinner Dance speech overleaf...
I must be MAD
It was back in 07
After a months holiday
A cruise and a honeymoon
In the US of A
A friend brought a van
And offered a week
I didn't’t think he’d fancy taking a peek
A weekend in the rain
Is all that we had
I thought at the time
I must be MAD.
Amist the storm the gale and powercut
We flooded the van and the door jammed shut
The Kids were bored, the van was old
With no TV and very cold
I thought at the time
We must be MAD
But the sun came out
It weren’t that bad
Off the week with the family
I was quite glad
So I sat and watched Ebay each and every night
Till one took my fancy it looked just right.
My bid was a winner
And I told him with glee
We have one the caravan
It’s up in Selby
With no idea of how far to got
I forgot he had not ball to tow
I thought at the time
He thinks I’m MAD
We put it in storage and had family trips out
Came back on Sundays to the same ol shout
Where have you been?
What have you done?
You should join the centre
You’ll have lots of fun
Well I later learned the name of this fella
He goes by the name of Mr. John Weller
I thought at the time
He must be MAD
So we joined the centre, had lots of fun
Joined in on rallies and then ran one
I’ve made numerous teas and erected marques
I’ve refereed games out in the snow
I’ve many a vision set him on a mission
His answer you don’t want to know
I’ve been a cowgirl, a cook, a quizmaster, the queen
I’ve been to many stately homes, none that I’ve seen
I thought at the time
I must be MAD …
I’ve been talked into carnivals and dress in all sorts of ways
A dog, a clown, a fairy and Mrs. Banks
To the carnival team I give my thanks
I helped decorate the trailer as many things
Dalmation sports and circus swings
Halloween, firework, near year clockes
Made giant board games from and old cardboard box
I’ve made paper masks with painted smiles
And at the end of the day I’ve walked for miles
I thought at the time
I must be MAD.
From treasurers accounts and all that amounts
To running a rally or two
Who will we ask and who will agree
To do all that we need them to do
But volunteers are never hard to find
Amongst such a group of people so generous and kind
I thought at the time
You must be MAD.
A better group of people I could not hope to find
They share my times of laughter and understand my mind
We share a lifestyle that I simply can’t explain
Better friends anywhere I could not attain
An extended family, a social club, a community on wheels
It’s a welcome break for the daily stress that every member feels
So out in any weather I’m really rather glad
When I here the outsiders say
She really must be MAD.
My caravan, my second home, my escape from all that’s bad
To belong to this centre and to have this life
I really am so glad
So ladies please join me in raising a toast to the men here tonight that bring
us week after week to this wonderful lif.
He really must be MAD.
By Marion Mills
Cockney Pies Rally
I would like to say a huge well done to
Dave & Julie Tanner
for running their 1st ever rally,
Cockney Pies on 4th-6th April.
They have assisted on rallies but Dave decided that Pie
& Mash was the order of the day!!! All of the pies were
home made by Dave & Julie. They made it all look so easy as
well.
As I said on the rally Dave, there was no way that I was
missing this rally and had been looking forward to it for a
good few months.
Well done to you all, I can’t
wait until next year!!!!!
Janice Price
I am a rescue dog from the RSPCA. I first joined my forever
home, the Thursby Household on the 4th January 2014 (This is
known as my got'cha day) I had slightly rough start into this
family as I was naughty sometimes (I chewed shoes, slippers and
a door) and very anxious due to my unknown past experiences.
With a lot time I think these issues are gradually being ironed
out. The next stage of my new life with the Thursby family was
to visit my second home, which looks like a big white box. I have
a lovely bed inside and people come visit me. I once held up a
flagpole due to my fame. During one of my visits I met a friend
called Jake, we got along well. On another visit to the Annual
Dinner Dance (I wasn't allowed in the hotel) I met a strict lady
called Tina who herself has a four legged friend, I think she
wanted to train me but I wasn't having any of it. I can stubborn
sometimes. I've recently had a crate bought for me which I have
been told is going the awning (whatever that is). I think I'm sup-
posed to stay in this when my family are out. My first rally is to
be Easter on a Buckinghamshire rally at Banham zoo. In the next
newsletter I will let you know how I got on.
Lots of licks,
Bébé Thursby. Xxxx
On the way to Cockney Pie’s Rally some of the ralliers were pulled in
by the police to Chelmsford services. This was to check for owner-
ship of vans but obviously also checked lights, mirrors etc. For obvi-
ous reasons we must make sure that all lights are working, and that
our units are roadworthy as it could prove to be a very expensive
weekend.
You still have time to book onto the National
which usually proves to be a great weekend
whether you take part or just spectate. Give it a
try. Scan with your smart phone to book.
Dave Farrar is celebrating his 60th
birthday on the 1st July. Enjoy all your
surprises.
Congratulations.
Lots of love from Lynn, Scott and
Danielle.xxxx
HAPPY 8TH BIRTHDAY ON 19TH
JUNE TO OUR WONDERFUL
ASHLEE.
HAVE A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY,
LOVE NANNY & GRANDAD
XXXXXXXX
DAGENHAM
DAVE 65
4TH May
Happy
Birthday
Our birthday wishes go out to
All members that have a birthday soon.
South Essex. x
7th June
Peter Kain
11th June
Graham Thursby
June Eastman
8th June
Paul Langford
1st July
Claire Green
14th June
Jeannette Goldspink
Dave Tyler
2nd July
Penny Thursby
5th July
Dave Davidson 7th July
David Mills
20th July
Sue Maran
12th April
Geoff Appleton
22nd April
Shirley Bunce
21st April
Julie Tanner,
John Mack
24th April
Scott Spencer
1st April
Emma Kain
23rd April
Trevor Doore
26th April
Ollie Thursby
25th May
Nerina Alden
20th May
Lisa White
27th May
Scott Farrar 31st May
Janet Appleton
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Milenco Hitchlock
Milenco Hitch lock to fit Winterhoff WS3000 stabiliser. (BLUE)
Fits Hitched, Unhitched & with a Hitch Post. Comes with 2 Keys
£30 ONO
Contact Janice Price: 01708 347729, Romford, 07769 180 932 janiceprice1@hotmail.co.uk
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Various Bargain Items
6FT Camp bed with carrying case...........£10.00
Fold up plastic bottle carrier on wheels........£5.00
Contact: Lisa White (01702 542 729 or 07900 695591)
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TOYOTA COLORADO LANDCRIUSER TD VX Spec AUTO - 8 SEATER, 5 Doors, , Diesel, 2000 W Reg, 117000 miles, Metallic Green Long MOT. Genuine Mileage, AWD / 4WD, Diff Lock, Bull Bar, 8 Seats, Radio/CD Multichanger, Air condi-tioning, Alloy wheels, Tow bar with full electrics , Front electric windows, Rear electric windows, Electric Folding Mirrors, Electric tilt and slide sunroof, Electric adjustable front seats. Heated front seats. Beige leather upholstery, Wood trim, Adjustable steering column/wheel, split folding rear seats, Central locking, Immobiliser, ABS, Drivers airbag, Passenger airbag, Rear headrests, Height adjustable drivers seat, Rear wiper, Front fog lights. Low road tax for class (only £220.00)Genuine reason for sale.
Images on the Website. £4300 ono
Contact: Steve Volke (stevevolke@blueyonder.co.uk)
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FREE Khyam Futura Awning, Size 875 X 16ft, Colour Maroon & Grey Including full easy to
understand instructions & video instructions. Spacemaker High Porch Awning, Colour Fawn
Large ground sheet
Contact: Joan (North Essex Centre) 01702 545083
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For Sale Jockey Wheel
Brand New Pneumatic Jockey wheel. Size 4.10 x 3.50 Load
300lbs
Price: £13.00
Contact: Alan Mildren (01255 677449)
CARAVAN WINDOWS
2 x double glazed acrylic windows - Polyplastic– brown Opening with fitments- NEW
never used. 1 x 165cm x 72cm £90- o.n.o 1 x 95cm x 62cm £60- o.n.o
Available separately Local delivery may be possible
Contact: JOHN BURFIELD (johnburfield@gmail.com phone 01268 784085 (Rayleigh)
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DOREMA VITESSE AWNING
APPROX SIZE 290CM BY 280CM
Price: £200 ono
TABLE TOP GAS HEATER Price: £50
ALKO SECURE WHEEL LOCKS
1 X NO 9 SIZE 1 X NO 27
BOTH IN GOOD CONDITION AND COMPLETE IN ORIGINAL BAGS.
Price: £75 EACH
STAR CAMP MAGNUM 260 AWNING
Price: £80
FULL DETAILS AND PHOTOS OF ALL THESE ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE
Contact: Alan Cobb (0208 524 4776 or 07873 273 086)
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Various Items
2 x 6kg propane gas bottles £10.00 each
Various connections for conversion to reverse polarity/mains etc. £10.00 the lot
2 large groundsheets Free
Double solar panel £5.00
2 Mains leads £5.00 each
2 fishing chairs with covers £20 each
Set of metal Boules in a case with tape measure and pick up magnet £15
Contact: Joan (on 01702 545083 Rochford area)
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Don’t forget, it is FREE to advertise your caravanning items under £20. If your item is
over £20 there is a small charge of £2 per item. Your advert will appear in the News-
letter and on the website for one year or until you have advised a committee member
that it is sold.
1 Fiama levelling Blocks £10
2 Mains Lead £20
3 Euro Clap £20
4 Awning carpet ( Breathable ) 12 X 8 as new £35
5 Sun winblocke sides/front fit 3 metre Awning £75
6 Suitcase Solar Panel £25
7 12v Wind up light (New ) £10
8 12v Hair straighteners £5
9 Gas Hair Straighteners £5
Contact: Bob Keen (07976291380)
For Sale
Calling all Eggheads!
If you like to quiz and you are planning to attend the National Rally why not
join the South Essex Quiz Team?
A team of 4 is required to enter the Inter-Centre Quiz Competition which
consists of Individual Rounds, Team Rounds and a buzzer round.
If you would like to be considered for inclusion in the team please contact
your Sports Officer, Jacqui Ellis.
Teams required for The National Rally
For those of you planning to attend this year’s National Rally at Arley Hall
have you considered which event(s) you would like to enter as representa-
tives of the South Essex Centre?
Football, Volleyball or Netball not your thing? How about Darts – Board or
Lawn, or even Petanque?
You could even dust off your knitting needles, sewing boxes or baking tins
and enter one of the handicraft competitions.
Whatever takes your fancy please let me know so that I can make sure you
are entered.
Jacqui Ellis, Sports Officer
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