HOLIDAY MEETS 2010
Below are details of the Rolling Meets and THSs to be held in 2010
Rolling Meets
MOELFRE, DWYRAN AND FFYNNON, NR PRESTATYN
Dafarn Rhos, Moelfre (LL72 8NN) MR 114/496869 - 22-27 May 2010
Site opens 2 pm. 5 night meet. From Britannia Bridge foll A5025, SP Amlwch. About 2m past Benllech at rdbt take 3rd exit , SP Moelfre. In Moelfre tn L after chip shop. In 1.25m tn R at x-rds, SP Lligwy Bay. Site on L in 100yds .Follow signs. DO NOT FOLL 'SAT NAVS' FROM RDBT. SHORTEST ROUTE NOT SUITABLE FOR CARAVANS. Dance Sat and Mon. Stewards Errol and Carole Tel: 0161 485 3160 - Mobile 07799388793
Moelfre is the start of a fifteen day rolling meet in Wales and will follow on for five nights at Dwyran and five nights at Rhuallt. It is a couple of minutes from the beach and one mile from the village. http://www.lligwybeachcampsite.co.uk/ Dance on Saturday and Monday in Moelfre Village Hall. Information about Moelfre and the surrounding area.http://moelfre.org/index.html
Ty-Croes Farm, Dwyran (LL61 6RP) MR 114/439659 - 27 May - 1 June 2010
Site Opens 1 pm. 5 night Rolling Meet - follow on meet at Rhuallt. After Brittania Bridge take A4080 SP Brynsiecyn/Dwyran. Follow rd for approx. 8m. Site on R past garage. For easier access go to rdbt and come back to site. Site thro farmyard. Dance Fri and Sat. Stewards Bill and Barbara Tel: 01257 262870 - Mobile 07835518710
This is a site that has been recommended to me with lovely views.. There is a barn on site where we can have get togethers and coffee mornings if the weather is bad but it is a very open one so we will dance in the local school hall on Friday and Saturday.
Penisar Mynydd Caravan Park, Rhuallt (LL17 0TY) MR 116/093771 - 1-6 June 2010
PLEASE NOTE THIS MEET HAS BEEN CANCELLED - ALTERNATIVE MEET BOOKED - DETAILS BELOW
Site opens 1 pm. 5 night meet - follow on meet from Dwyran. From Bangor turn left junct 29 of A55, site is 500yds down lane on R. From Chester turn left junct 29 A55, follow signs for Dyserth over the bridge that crosses the A55 turn left at bottom of bridge, site is 500 yds down lane on R.. Dance Fri and Sat. Stewards Ian and Maureen Tel: 0161 485 8722 - Mobile 07879 850 479
The Clwyd hills are nearby so good for walking and handy for the North Wales Coast. We will have a dance on Friday and Saturday in a local hall but will have to drive there.
Four Winds Campsite, Ffynnon,, Nr Prestatyn (LL19 8BE) MR 116/046812 0 1-6 JUNE 2010
Site opens 1 pm. Follow-on from Dwyran. From Rhuddlan take A 547 into Prestatyn. At roundabout by Aldi shop turn left and immediately next left. * In one mile ignore first caravan park. At sharp left hand bend go straight ahead, site on the right. Do not use B 5119 (the Rhyl road) Do not follow Sat Nav. From Flint take A 548, just before Prestatyn turn left onto A 547 In .75 of a mile at roundabout turn right and immediately left. Then as * Dance Fri, Sat. Stewards Ian & Maureen Mobile: 07879850479
Four Winds is located in an idyllic quiet country space along the North Wales coast with panoramic views of the sea and Dyserth mountains. Close to all local amenities 2 miles from Prestatyn centre and 2miles from Rhyl Centre close to A55. http://www.fourwindscampsite.com/index.htm There will be a dance on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Rolling Meet
ASKAM-IN-FURNESS AND BAYCLIFF
Rugby Club, Askam-in-Furness (LA16 7BD) MR 96/213776 - 22-27 July
Site opens 2 pm. 5 night Rolling Meet - follow on meet at Baycliff. Leave M6 at J36,foll A590 for Barrow.(Ignore Sat Navs, do not leave A590).Pass Thro Ulverston,tk 3rd exit on 2nd rdbt sgnd A595 Workington & Whitehaven. Aft passing 30mph signs tk 1st L over rail lines, foll rd to L, pass Co-op on R, then 1st R, 1st L, foll this rd to Rugby Club. Room available for full meet. Stewards: Bill and Linda Tel: 01229 464460 - Mobile 07811801993
An opportunity to visit Barrow, Walney Island and the surrounding area and a short drive to the Cumbria Coast. We can use a room during the day and also in the evenings if we want. Follow on meet at Baycliff.
Baycliff Farm, Baycliff (LA12 9RN) MR 96/287722 - 27 July - 1 August
Site opens 1 pm. 5 night meet. Follow on meet from Askam-in-Furness. From the A590 W bound after the rdbt by Booths supermarket in Ulverston take 2nd L onto A5087 coast rd, SP Bardsea. Site on L in approx 5m opp Fishermans Arms Hotel. From Askam to Baycliff - Over railway crossing, turn R onto A595, at next 2 rdbts tk 1st exit, on reaching dual carriageway stay in R lane right through Ulverston, at rdbt tk 2nd exit signed A590 Kendal, then 1st R (brown sign on R saying Leisure Centre). Site on L in approx 5 mls, opp Fishermans Arms Hotel. Dance Fri and Sat. Stewards Bill & Linda Tel: 01229 464460-Mobile 07811801993
The site at Baycliff overlooks Morecambe Bay. A bus runs along the coast road. We will have a short drive to the hall on Friday and Saturday for dancing
TEMPORARY HOLIDAY SITE
23 July - 15 August
PALL MALL FARM, TYWYN - MR 135/592014
The North West Section have run a successful THS at Tywyn for over 20 years - in fact next year will be the 30th. The site is close to town, beaches and narrow gauge railway. Regular evening get-togethers are held for a chat and a singaround but normally there is no dance arranged.
 Alan and Lilian Davies's grandson Matthew at a music session |
 Lovely countryside- not always cloudy! |
 There are get togethers in the tent in the evenings |
 A view of the site |
 Another View |
 Paul and Matthew entertain the campers |
TEMPORARY HOLIDAY SITE
19 - 31 August
St Cuthbert's Primary School, Halsall, Nr Southport - MR 108/368100
The Southport Website will give you a lot of information about the area around Halsall, including, of course, Southport which is a traditional English seaside town.
There is a large flat field for camping and hard standing if desired, and we have the use of the school for the full period including a children's playground.There is quite a large hall which we can use for dancing and crafts, a smaller hall for dancing or music workshops, plus kitchen and dining facilities. The Canal is a short walk away with meals being served overlooking the canal at the local pub, from where you can walk along the towpath, watching the canal boats pass.
Halsall is only a few miles from Southport, which is an elegant resort town, with its pavement cafes, tree-lined boulevards and stunning floral displays. Charming Lord Street, with its glass-canopied shops and the stunning Wayfarer’s Arcade, is home to a superb range of specialist shops, high street names and department stores. In addition there are a host of other attractions, both indoor and outside, for you to explore. For a change of pace, explore the 22 miles of beach along Southport’s coastline, with dramatic dunes that are a haven for many rare examples of flora and fauna. The area is also one of Britain’s premier birdwatching locations. Also it is a great opportunity to visit the renowned Southport Flower Show.
There are lots of places to visit within easy travelling distance - concessionary fares were offered on the bus which stops outside to Southport, Liverpool etc., so it could be worth you making sure you have your bus pass.
Martin Mere Wildfowl Trust, Camelot Theme Park, Country Houses and Parks, Knowsley Safari Park, visit Liverpool, the home of The Beatles with its two cathedrals, Albert Dock and either ferry or tunnel to the Wirral, if you like beaches there is Formby Point which is a lovely nature reserve with a gorgeous beach and sand dunes and also Ainsdale beach and sand dunes. The Fylde Coast is worth a drive to visit Blackpool and Lytham, and there is Fleetwood with its Freeport Shopping centre for those attractive bargains and if you like walking the Forest of Bowland and Pendle Witch Country are lovely areas.
For further details telephone Kevin Downing - 07833 921928
Anyone who is considering going to the Southport Flower Show would be better purchasing the ticket beforehand as it is £3 cheaper than purchasing on the day.
| Thursday 19 August | 9 am - 7 pm |
| Friday 20 August | 9 am - 7 pm |
| Saturday 21 August | 9 am - 8 pm |
| Sunday 22 August | 10 am - 5 pm |
| FULL DAY - ANY DAY | ADMISSION AFTER 3 PM | |||
| . | Advance | At Gate | Fri | Sat |
| Adults | £16 * | £21 | £8 | £8 |
| Concessions | £18 | |||
Children under 16 are admitted free
when accompanied by an adult.
If you have a disability that necessitates a carer, they will be welcomed free
of charge on the day. Please note, they do not require a ticket.
*Handling fee may be charged
Tickets can be purchased from Tourist Information Centres and selected Virgin Stores or telephone 0844 847 1555 or book on line at www.ticketmaster.co.uk. For details about the flower show have a look at their website - Flower Show Website
PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN AT HALSALL - VARIOUS YEARS
 Nearby Canal |
 Halsall Village |
 Another view of the nearby canal |
IT WAS SUGGESTED WE PUT FRED'S BREAD RECIPE HERE FOR ANYONE WHO HAS BEEN TO HIS DEMONSTRATIONS AT HALSALL
Fred's Bread at Halsall This is the promised recipe for Fred's Bread as demonstrated at Halsall when everyone returned to the caravan with some dough to bake their own. Fred has been making bread for breakfast almost daily for many years. It is tasty, easy and varies according to his mood. Everything is from cold. He mixes all the dry ingredients and then takes smaller quantities and adds any liquids. Basically it is as follows:
Take about half a large bag of any flour, cheapest will do or mix different types of flour. At present bread flour is available at some shops for 48p for 1.5 kilo's 1 individual pack of yeast or ½oz from a large packet. (This will freeze) 1 tsp salt. Mix well Take three volumes of dry bread mix to one of water with oil, but have extra bread mix to add. (It usually needs it). Mix well and knead on a floured board. The dough for the breakfast rolls is made just after breakfast the previous day. Leave in the fridge during the day in a poly bag. Then, last thing, before going to bed, pull off enough dough for the number of breakfast rolls needed. Knead, roll and flatten with a dusting of flour then lightly oil with olive oil and place onto a baking tray in a cold oven to raise overnight.* In the morning bake for 12 minutes on gas mark 5. (In our house)200 oC Switch the gas off, turn the bread rolls over on the tray and put back into the hot oven to slowly cool down. (Use as much of that expensive heat as possible) The rolls are cooked when they sound hollow on the base. Timing varies in different ovens and may take longer.
If the rolls are wanted at lunch time mix the first rising at tea time and knock back in the morning. Bread can also be fried. Let the dough rise in the frying pan and cook for about 20 minutes on each side on a very low heat. The main thing bread making is fun and not as complicated as we were led to believe. Dried yeast is very good tempered and will support a small amount or a large amount of flour.
Experiment: Fred's grandchildren tried "Jaffa Cake" bead which was not as exciting as expected. Eventually the Grandchildren, and Fred, made a chocolate coiled bread: Roll the bread dough into a long thin strip. Coat on one side of its length in chocolate spread. Coil it up with the chocolate spread on the inside. Sprinkle with a little sugar. Leave to rise and bake as normal (12 Minutes gas mark 5). It was scrumptious.
A new thing: Dusting the top of the bread rolls with dried milk powder after they have been flattened and light oiled.
*If baked on a Teflon sheet the dough does not stick, purchased from Home Bargains at £1.99 either round or rectangular and useful for so many cooking situations. Supermarkets also sell it.
