Saturday dawned quite brightly but by lunch time dark and threatening clouds were very much in evidence and the Chairman person was visibly twitching in case she had to dash out and bring all the seat cushions indoors.
Di Walker had generously allowed the club to hold our annual Barbeque at her home again (for which we all thank her) which is blessed with a very ample terrace and is just the right size for the event. Just over twenty members including wives attended. People were saying 'where is so and so' but at this time of year a lot of folk are on holiday or have family commitments, and this number was just comfortable.
Martin obtained the meat products from his special supplier and Di made an early morning trip to Waitrose to get the wine, soft drinks, nibbles, sauces and other necessary bits and pieces. Paul arrived with some tables chairs and cushions and a willing pair of hands to help 'set up'. Also Di's neighbours Bob and Judy arrived to help and lent us chairs and cushions.
Kick off was at Four pm by which time Di's enormous Barbeque cooking apperatus (about the size of a small power station) was 'hot to go'. Alex took on the cooking duties which he carried out with great skill (thanks to him) and soon everyone was sitting down to a very varied and good selection of grub with added salads and bits and bobs; peace decended on us as we tucked in. Most were tempted back for seconds, and then we were confronted with the most delicious and sinful desserts anyone could hope to find anywhere, all provided by attendees. Marvellous!
As usual there was more than enough so people were encouraged to leave with samples.
A band of people stayed on a while to help clear up and return Di's house and garden to their normal neat and tidy condition. Thanks to them.
A very good day was enjoyed by evryone who was able to come and many thanks to all who made it happen, especially our Chairlady Di Walker.