Photo : Mark amidst the devastation!
After a Summer of family "disruptions", which led to cancellation of previous arrangements, I finally (having been spurred on by Mark Thatcher) got around to attacking the overgrown trees and shrubs which had all but buried the tracks.
Armed with chainsaw, bow saw and tree loppers, Mark got stuck in, furiously attacking and felling offending foliage, while I cleared up the debris. Still a lot to be done but Mark has threatened to return in a week or so and continue the massacre!
Current plan is to have a "Grand Opening" in the late Spring (only 8 years late!) and another GTG later in the Summer. There will be at least one "proving" session before the inauguration to ensure the complex layout and systems are working properly.
The "Grand Opening" will be by invitation (buffet, drinks, music...probably live.... included) with a guest to make a speech and "cut the tape" but numbers will have to be limited since it is 16 years since we retired and sold our hotel and we are now out of practice in catering for large numbers! Fortunately, neighbours have already volunteered to help... including catering and providing the live music.
Nearer the time, when dates have been "firmed up", I will invite members to apply for invitations.
John.
