September started with the Lincs weekend and continued with much activity finally ending with the 'Mile of Triumphs'.
A great weekend was had by all who attended and the sun shone right the way through the weekend. Although the MOT is now a different format there was still lots to do and of course it’s great to meet up with friends to share laughter about their Triumph experiences over the last 12 months.
The Teddy Auction was up to its usual standard. Biggles returned yet again and raised £290. Derwent Valley member’s individually bought several bears, dogs and other stuffed creatures and had enough money left over to make a cash donation of £85 at the end of the night.
On the Sunday was the traditional run into Gt. Yarmouth and the line up for the ‘Mile’. This was followed by a scenic run through the countryside. Roger, Julie, Kim, Paul Angie and me stopped of on route to sample the cream scones. Realising the time we headed back to the campsite for the Peoples Choices Concours. You could have knocked me down with a feather when Angie’s Stag was voted the best Stag at the MOT. Angie’s first trophy is proudly displayed in the cabinet at home.
October’s monthly meeting was also quite an event with the main topic of conversation being Angie’s success at the MOT. After the usual natter and an update regarding next years Peak Run from John we were challenged by a quiz set by Kim. My first impression was that it was an easy quiz, but there were some fiendish and trick questions laying in wait for the unwary. The eventual winner was Bob with 22 out of 25. Well Done.
Today (9th October), we held our annual Derwent Valley Bowl which was well supported by 6 areas of the TSSC all not wanting to win the ‘Bowl’. Eleven games were faced by all. The individual winner was Bob of DV and the boobie prize was awarded to Jorden of Hallamshire who is extremely proud of the miniature toilet presented to him. Niamh achieved the under sixteen’s top score. The area winners and keepers of the bowl for the next year was NORTHANTS who have now won the trophy twice equalling the record set by DV.
Well done to everyone and thank you for attending and making it such a brilliant event.
