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News Page Sunday 28th June 2009 WHITCHURCH MCC FGA CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 4 SATURDAY JULY 4TH THE RALLY SITE, HAMPTON HEATH, MALPAS, CHESHIRE SY14 8JN MAP REF SJ 506 485 SIGNPOSTED OFF THE A41 WHITCHURCH TO CHESTER ROAD FORMULA GRASSTRACK FOR CUBS, JUNIOR AND SENIOR CLASSES PRACTICE AT 2.00 P.M. RACING 3.00 P.M. FREE ADMISSION (CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES TUESDAY JUNE 30TH) Thursday 18th June 2009 A great day was had by all at Bickley even if there was an abundance of country smells the venue is farm land after all! The much travelled Kenny Bowdery from Mitcham in Surrey scored a maximum to take the CUBS Class. Michael Guest took the JUNIOR Class by remaining unbeaten and recording his first maximum score. In the SENIORS Steve Mildoon, after shedding a chain in one race, just managed to hold on to top spot beating John Jones by one point. They were followed closely by father and son Steve and Sam Carvill, Dad got the bragging rights for this week by one point. The last race of the afternoon proved to be the highlight of the meeting, being closely contested by Steve Carvill, Richard Guest and Len Sanders, Steve stole the race on the last bend with Richard coming second and Len a close third. Thanks to all who helped the meeting run smoothly NEXT MEETING AT THE RALLY FIELD MALPAS 4TH JULY contact Mike if you need regs which will also be available on the diary page soon. CUBS 1st Kenny Bowdery 42 pts 2nd Harry Slack 28pts joint 3rd Jack Walton and Jackie Casale 22pts JUNIORS 1st Michael Guest 42pts 2nd Dale Hunter 26pts joint 3rd Gary Braithwaite and Rocco Casale 23pts 5th Marcus Crutchington 10pts SENIORS 1st Steve Mildoon 35pts 2nd John Jones 34pts 3rd Steve Carvill 32pts 4th Sam Carvill 31 pts 5th Len Sanders 27pts 6th Richard Guest 26pts 7th Gareth Tregilgas 18pts joint 8th Clare Frays and Andy Binns 15pts 10th Paul Jones 9pts joint 11th Austin Reed and Mick Keeling 8pts 13th Andy Thompson 2pts 14th Mick Hartley 1pt 15th Nigel Slack and Daniel Crutchington The Regs will be online later today as will the new championship table. Monday 18th May 2009 The Wrekin Club dodged the many showers and raced in the dry spells when they hosted round two of the 2009 FGA Championship at Chetton. On a pacey well shaped circuit, the riders put on a great show of close racing, typical of this exciting sphere of the sport. The Cub Class was reduced in numbers from the previous meeting with Kenny Bowdery having to withdraw through illness and Harry Slack unable to attend. The victor in this section was Jackie Casale who showed great control and speed to win with maximum points. Also charging hard was Jack Walton who took second after overcoming a few mechanical gremlins. A three way tie for first place in the Juniors indicates how close the standard of racing is in this section. Mike Guest, Rocco Casale and Gary Braithwaite all bagged a couple of wins in the heats, and during the course of the event produced some excellent track action. Also competitive was Rob Brathwaite and Marcus Cruchington continues to improve with each meeting. It was a case of normal service resumed in the Seniors as Steve Mildoon dominated with full house score. In second and third place respectively were FGA stalwarts Mick Jones and Dave Meredith. A couple of their heats saw them wheel to wheel for four laps and each time they crossed the line with nothing more than a bikes length between them. Adrian Guest rode consistently all day to take fourth place, and father and son racers Steve and Sam Carvill shared joint 5th place. The next FGA action will be Saturday June 16th when Whitchurch MCC host round three of the championship at their new venue at Bickley, near Malpas in Cheshire. Cubs 1st Jackie Casale 42pts , 2nd Jack Walton 25pts Juniors 1st equal Rocco Casale, Mike Guest, Gary Braithwaite 32pts, 4th Rob Braithwaite 15pts, 5th Marcus Crutchington 13pts. Seniors 1st Steve Mildoon 42pts, 2nd Mick Jones 36pts, 3rd Dave Meredith 31pts, 4th Adrian Guest 30pts, 5th equal Steve Carvill, Sam Carvill 22pts, 7th Len Sanders 20pts, 8th Paul Jones 15pts, 9th Richard Guest 13pts, 10th Gareth Tregilgas 11pts, 11th Mick Keeling 9pts, 12th Colin Abrahall 6pts, 13th Mick Flynn 4pts, 14th Mick Hartley 1pt. Thursday 14th May 2009 On Saturday 16th May, Wrekin GTC host Round 2 of the 2009 FGA Championship at Tedstill House Farm,Middleton Scriven,Chetton,Nr Bridgnorth,Shropshire.WV16 6AH Usual mix of Junior and Senior action on 125 Honda powered machines. Practice 2.00pm Racing 3.00pm. Admission Free. Steve Mildoon hopes to get his Championship defence back on-track after an indifferent opening round at Malpas. Former Champion Steve Carvill, Dave Meredith and Mick Jones should also be among the front runners and Junior Champion Richard Guest will finally make is long awaited Senior debut. In the Junior Class long distance travellers Rocco Casale and Kenny Bowdry will be looking for more success, but will face tough opposition from the likes of Dale Hunter and Mike Guest Monday 27the April 2009 Official results and report of the Whitchurch Meeting, Sat 25th April FGA Championship Round 1. CUBS 1st Harry Slack 10pts, 2nd Kenny Bowdery 9pts, 3rd Jackie Casale 8pts, and 4th Jack Walton 7pts. JUNIORS 1st Rocco Casale 10pts, 2nd Michael Guest 9pts, 3rd Steven Frays 8pts, 4th Gary Braithwaite 7pts, 5th Marcus Crutchington 6pts, joint 6th Dale Hunter and Rob Braithwaite 5pts SENIORS 1st Steve Carvill 10pts, 2nd Adrian Guest 9pts, 3rd Len Sanders 8pts, 4th Sam Carvill 7pts, 5th Steve Mildoon 6pts, 6th Claire Frays 5pts, 7th Andy Thompson 4pts 8th Paul Jones 3pts, 9th Paul Taylor 2pts, and 10th Austin Reed 1pt. After early morning torrential rain, the weather improved, to provide a perfect day for the opening round of the FGA Championship, run by the Whitchurch Club. Harry Slack came out on top in the Cubs Class, after being challenged closely by Kenny Bowdery and Jackie Casale, with Jack Walton making his debut on the grass. After moving up from the Cubs , Rocco Casale made an encouraging start winning the Junior Class and shading out Michael Guest by one point, Steve Frays finished a strong third. Father and son, Steve and Sam Carvill, figured strongly in the Senior class, respectively finishing first and fourth. Adrian Guest in second place, enjoyed his day with some fine racing , followed by Len Sanders, who managed to part company with his rear wheel in his first race, fortunately without injury and much to everyone's amusement. Thanks to all who helped on the day to your help is greatly appreciated. Mike Wednesday 1st April 2009 Regs now up for FGA Round 1 on the 25th April 2009. These can be found on the diary page. Tuesday 24th March 2009 The speedway Challenge pictures are now in the gallery along with the 2008 pics (this is being worked on to make a separate gallery for the season). Results From Wrekin Speedway Challenge 15/3/2009 Open Solos First 4 riders from heats advanced to winner takes all final Final Ist Tom Perry 2nd Tim Curnock 3rd Dave Norris 4th Andy Mellish Qualifying Scores Tom Perry 14, Tim Curnock 12, Dave Norris 12, Andy Mellish 11, Jamie Rodgers 10, Phil Ashcroft 10, Martin Wrathall 9, James Worrall 8, Kenny Blain 7, Dave Needham 6, John Shelmadine 6, Anthony Worrall 4, John Jones 3, Anthony Slack 3, Josh Machen 3, Wayne Barrett DNR FGA Senior- First 4 riders from heats advanced to winner takes all final Final 1st Steve Mildoon 2nd Mick Jones 3rd Adrian Guest 4th Duncan Bower Qualifying Scores Steve Mildoon 15, Duncan Bower 14, Mick Jones 13, Adrian Guest 11(Guest advanced by virtue of beating Meredith in the heat in which they met) , Dave Meredith 11 Sam Carvill 10, Chris Moseley 9, Steve Carvill 9, Gareth Tregilgas 7, Mick Keeling 5, Paul Taylor 5, Austin Reed 5, Nigel Slack 3, Mick Hartley 2, Richard Guest DNR First 4 advanced to winner takes all final FGA Juniors - Winner decided on points from heats 1st Mike Guest 14pts Gary Braithwaite 10, Dale Hunter 9, Rocco Casale 8, Harry Slack 6, Rob Braithwaite 5, Jack Walton 4, Marcus Crutchington 3 Shorttrack - Winner decided on points from heats 1st Peter Boast 52pts, Victor Bull 52pts(Boast won by virtue of more race wins) Tim Greig 49pts, Glyn Pocklington 43pts, Geoff Bull 39pts, Tom Wooley 37pts, Geoff Baldock 32pts, Richard May 32pts, Justin Hargate 21pts, Ben Baker 17pts, Ian Cramp 9pts, Paul Harrison DNR Well run meeting held in fine weather conditions - event attracted good attendance - some great racing made for a super day. Riders who caught the eye in the FGA Classes were Duncan Bower who made a fine return to to FGA racing with 14pts in the heats, Sam Carvill who amassed a 10 point haul with some fine riding and also Gareth Tregilgas who scored 7 points despite having little track racing experience. In the Juniors Dale Hunter took a fine 3rd and mentions also for Marcus Crutchington who finally got to race after last year trials and tribulations and young Jack Walton who belied his young years to ride some very good heats. Well done of course the victors on the day - Steve "Mr Invincible" Mildoon, Mike Guest and not forgetting former FGA performer Tom Perry who won the Open Class. It was a good experience for the FGA riders to share top billing with some of the best riders in the country. Although the Wrekin Club was the host club, there were so many members of the Whitchurch MCC who assisted on the day and for that we were very grateful. I hope we are able to repay the favour if you are successful in securing us a meeting at the Pageant of Power Festival in July Cheers Ade - Wrekin GTC Wednesday 26th February 2009 Shropshire based Wrekin Grasstrack Club are to start their season at Loomer Road Stadium on the 15th March when many of the countries top Grasstrack and Short track riders will line up for a Speedway Challenge. The meeting will feature a full line up of FGA Juniors and FGA Seniors on their 125 Honda powered machines and a 16 rider Open Class to cater for 250, 350 ,500,Upright and Pre 75 Grasstrack riders .Also making an appearance in front of the Midland Grasstrack fraternity will be the popular Short track class. Line up in the Open Class is going to produce some great racing. Already confirmed in the line up we have the talented "Mr Entertainment" Jamie Rodgers, top teenager 16 year old Tom Perry and former speedway riders Phil Ashcroft, and Wayne Barrett. Top UK Short track riders included are Peter Boast, Tom Wooley and Tim Greig and a great FGA125 line up features former Buxton Hitman Steve Mildoon, Dave Meredith, Mick Jones and a Senior debut for current Junior Champion Richard Guest. A total of 58 heats are scheduled with the days racing closed out with Winner Takes All Finals -SGP style in the Open and FGA Seniors Racing will start at 1.00pm and admission to the stadium with be free of charge. The full bar and catering facilities will also be open so it should be a good way to start the season for riders and spectators alike Wednesday 4th February 2009 FORMULA GRASSTRACK ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - SUNDAY, 8^TH FEBRUARY 2009 RAVEN HOTEL, PREES HEATH, WHITCHURCH START TIME: 1PM PROPOSALS 5.1 The engine rule be changed to allow any 125cc 4-stroke engine made by the “big 4” Japanese Companies i.e. Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha and Kawasaki. Proposed by Austin Reed 5.2 That the BSA Bantam Engine is phased out from the 2010 season onwards Proposed by Wrekin Club 5.3 5.3.1 That the Website Forum reverts to an Open Forum as used previously. Proposed by Wrekin Club 5.3.2 That the Website Forum reverts to an Open forum but with the need to register as a user being retained. Proposed : Whitchurch Club 5.4 5.4.1 That a copy engine be purchased, stripped down and a report brought to the Association committee as to suitability. The engine to be of similar specification to Standard Honda engines. Proposed by Wrekin Club 5.4.2 As per 5.4.1 with the amendment that the engine to be of the same specification to a standard Honda Engine. Proposed : Whitchurch Club Friday 30th January 2009 The Annual General Meeting for the Formula Grasstrack Association is to be held on Sunday, 8th February 2009. Venue: The Snooker Room @ The Raven Inn, Prees Heath, Whitchurch, Shropshire (A41/A49 roundabout) Start Time: 12.30 for 1pm prompt start Please note that this meeting involves the election of officers for the Association and as the Secretary and Chairman are both standing down, new officers for these positions will need to be appointed. The remaining officials are willing to stay on and stand for re-election. If you want to be considered for the positions or would like more detail on what the role involves, please contact either Mark or Sally on 01606 869116. The carvery facility at The Raven will be open that day so if you wish to eat, this is possible - although not in the Snooker Room. Also, please ensure your proposals for the AGM are sent to Sally by Sunday, 1st February either by post or by email to SHCReid@Scottishlife.co.uk not my other email address - we are having connectivity problems - phoned proposals cannot be considered and the proposal must be written in the way you wish to present it!. Chris, I will email you separately about the website and suggestions made Sunday 25th January 2009 Regs are now available for the Wrekin Speedway Challenge at Stoke on Sunday 15th March 2009. Get them HERE & HERE! Wednesday 07th January 2009 The Whitchurch MCC AGM will be held on Sunday, 25th January 2009 starting 1pm. The venue will be the Swan public House on the A556 at Bucklow Hill. All are welcome. Any queries please contact Mike Flynn The FGA AGM is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 8th February 2009 with a 1pm start time. The venue is expected to be the Raven on the A49 in Whitchurch but will be confirmed nearer the date. Any proposals for the meeting need to be in writing (or email) to Sally Evans before 31st January 2009 for the agenda's to be done. The email address is: SHCReid@Scottishlife.co.uk
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A great day was had by all at Bickley even if there was an abundance of country smells the venue is farm land after all! The much travelled Kenny Bowdery from Mitcham in Surrey scored a maximum to take the CUBS Class.

In the SENIORS Steve Mildoon, after shedding a chain in one race, just managed to hold on to top spot beating John Jones by one point. They were followed closely by father and son Steve and Sam Carvill, Dad got the bragging rights for this week by one point. The last race of the afternoon proved to be the highlight of the meeting, being closely contested by Steve Carvill, Richard Guest and Len Sanders, Steve stole the race on the last bend with Richard coming second and Len a close third.

Thanks to all who helped the meeting run smoothly NEXT MEETING AT THE RALLY FIELD MALPAS 4TH JULY contact Mike if you need regs which will also be available on the diary page soon.

15th Nigel Slack and Daniel Crutchington

The Regs will be online later today as will the new championship table.

The Wrekin Club dodged the many showers and raced in the dry spells when they hosted round two of the 2009 FGA Championship at Chetton.

On a pacey well shaped circuit, the riders put on a great show of close racing, typical of this exciting sphere of the sport.

The Cub Class was reduced in numbers from the previous meeting with Kenny Bowdery having to withdraw through illness and Harry Slack unable to attend. The victor in this section was Jackie Casale who showed great control and speed to win with maximum points. Also charging hard was Jack Walton who took second after overcoming a few mechanical gremlins.

A three way tie for first place in the Juniors indicates how close the standard of racing is in this section.

Mike Guest, Rocco Casale and Gary Braithwaite all bagged a couple of wins in the heats, and during the course of the event produced some excellent track action.

Also competitive was Rob Brathwaite and Marcus Cruchington continues to improve with each meeting.

It was a case of normal service resumed in the Seniors as Steve Mildoon dominated with full house score. In second and third place respectively were FGA stalwarts Mick Jones and Dave Meredith. A couple of their heats saw them wheel to wheel for four laps and each time they crossed the line with nothing more than a bikes length between them. Adrian Guest rode consistently all day to take fourth place, and father and son racers Steve and Sam Carvill shared joint 5th place.

The next FGA action will be Saturday June 16th when Whitchurch MCC host round three of the championship at their new venue at Bickley, near Malpas in Cheshire.

Juniors 1st equal Rocco Casale, Mike Guest, Gary Braithwaite 32pts, 4th Rob Braithwaite 15pts, 5th Marcus Crutchington 13pts.

Seniors 1st Steve Mildoon 42pts, 2nd Mick Jones 36pts, 3rd Dave Meredith 31pts, 4th Adrian Guest 30pts, 5th equal Steve Carvill, Sam Carvill 22pts, 7th Len Sanders 20pts, 8th Paul Jones 15pts, 9th Richard Guest 13pts, 10th Gareth Tregilgas 11pts, 11th Mick Keeling 9pts, 12th Colin Abrahall 6pts, 13th Mick Flynn 4pts, 14th Mick Hartley 1pt.

On Saturday 16th May, Wrekin GTC host Round 2 of the 2009 FGA Championship at Tedstill House Farm,Middleton Scriven,Chetton,Nr Bridgnorth,Shropshire.WV16 6AH

Usual mix of Junior and Senior action on 125 Honda powered machines. Practice 2.00pm Racing 3.00pm. Admission Free.

Steve Mildoon hopes to get his Championship defence back on-track after an indifferent opening round at Malpas. Former Champion Steve Carvill, Dave Meredith and Mick Jones should also be among the front runners and Junior Champion Richard Guest will finally make is long awaited Senior debut.

In the Junior Class long distance travellers Rocco Casale and Kenny Bowdry will be looking for more success, but will face tough opposition from the likes of Dale Hunter and Mike Guest

1st Rocco Casale 10pts, 2nd Michael Guest 9pts, 3rd Steven Frays 8pts, 4th Gary Braithwaite 7pts, 5th Marcus Crutchington 6pts, joint 6th Dale Hunter and Rob Braithwaite 5pts

1st Steve Carvill 10pts, 2nd Adrian Guest 9pts, 3rd Len Sanders 8pts, 4th Sam Carvill 7pts, 5th Steve Mildoon 6pts, 6th Claire Frays 5pts, 7th Andy Thompson 4pts

After early morning torrential rain, the weather improved, to provide a perfect day for the opening round of the FGA Championship, run by the Whitchurch Club.

Harry Slack came out on top in the Cubs Class, after being challenged closely by Kenny Bowdery and Jackie Casale, with Jack Walton making his debut on the grass.

After moving up from the Cubs , Rocco Casale made an encouraging start winning the Junior Class and shading out Michael Guest by one point, Steve Frays finished a strong third.

Father and son, Steve and Sam Carvill, figured strongly in the Senior class, respectively finishing first and fourth. Adrian Guest in second place, enjoyed his day with some fine racing , followed by Len Sanders, who managed to part company with his rear wheel in his first race, fortunately without injury and much to everyone's amusement.

Regs now up for FGA Round 1 on the 25th April 2009. These can be found on the diary page.

The speedway Challenge pictures are now in the gallery along with the 2008 pics (this is being worked on to make a separate gallery for the season).

Qualifying Scores Tom Perry 14, Tim Curnock 12, Dave Norris 12, Andy Mellish 11, Jamie Rodgers 10, Phil Ashcroft 10, Martin Wrathall 9, James Worrall 8, Kenny Blain 7, Dave Needham 6, John Shelmadine 6, Anthony Worrall 4, John Jones 3, Anthony Slack 3, Josh Machen 3, Wayne Barrett DNR

Steve Mildoon 15, Duncan Bower 14, Mick Jones 13, Adrian Guest 11(Guest advanced by virtue of beating Meredith in the heat in which they met) , Dave Meredith 11 Sam Carvill 10, Chris Moseley 9, Steve Carvill 9, Gareth Tregilgas 7, Mick Keeling 5, Paul Taylor 5, Austin Reed 5, Nigel Slack 3, Mick Hartley 2, Richard Guest DNR

1st Mike Guest 14pts Gary Braithwaite 10, Dale Hunter 9, Rocco Casale 8, Harry Slack 6, Rob Braithwaite 5, Jack Walton 4, Marcus Crutchington 3

1st Peter Boast 52pts, Victor Bull 52pts(Boast won by virtue of more race wins) Tim Greig 49pts, Glyn Pocklington 43pts, Geoff Bull 39pts, Tom Wooley 37pts, Geoff Baldock 32pts, Richard May 32pts, Justin Hargate 21pts, Ben Baker 17pts, Ian Cramp 9pts, Paul Harrison DNR

Well run meeting held in fine weather conditions - event attracted good attendance - some great racing made for a super day.

Riders who caught the eye in the FGA Classes were Duncan Bower who made a fine return to to FGA racing with 14pts in the heats, Sam Carvill who amassed a 10 point haul with some fine riding and also Gareth Tregilgas who scored 7 points despite having little track racing experience.

In the Juniors Dale Hunter took a fine 3rd and mentions also for Marcus Crutchington who finally got to race after last year trials and tribulations and young Jack Walton who belied his young years to ride some very good heats.

Well done of course the victors on the day - Steve "Mr Invincible" Mildoon, Mike Guest and not forgetting former FGA performer Tom Perry who won the Open Class.

It was a good experience for the FGA riders to share top billing with some of the best riders in the country.

Although the Wrekin Club was the host club, there were so many members of the Whitchurch MCC who assisted on the day and for that we were very grateful.

I hope we are able to repay the favour if you are successful in securing us a meeting at the Pageant of Power Festival in July

Shropshire based Wrekin Grasstrack Club are to start their season at Loomer Road Stadium on the 15th March when many of the countries top Grasstrack and Short track riders will line up for a Speedway Challenge.
The meeting will feature a full line up of FGA Juniors and FGA Seniors on their 125 Honda powered machines and a 16 rider Open Class to cater for 250, 350 ,500,Upright and Pre 75 Grasstrack riders .Also making an appearance in front of the Midland Grasstrack fraternity will be the popular Short track class.

Line up in the Open Class is going to produce some great racing. Already confirmed in the line up we have the talented "Mr Entertainment" Jamie Rodgers, top teenager 16 year old Tom Perry and former speedway riders Phil Ashcroft, and Wayne Barrett.

Top UK Short track riders included are Peter Boast, Tom Wooley and Tim Greig and a great FGA125 line up features former Buxton Hitman Steve Mildoon, Dave Meredith, Mick Jones and a Senior debut for current Junior Champion Richard Guest.

A total of 58 heats are scheduled with the days racing closed out with Winner Takes All Finals -SGP style in the Open and FGA Seniors

Racing will start at 1.00pm and admission to the stadium with be free of charge.

The full bar and catering facilities will also be open so it should be a good way to start the season for riders and spectators alike

START TIME: 1PM

PROPOSALS

5.1 The engine rule be changed to allow any 125cc 4-stroke engine made by the “big 4” Japanese Companies i.e. Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha and Kawasaki.

5.3.2 That the Website Forum reverts to an Open forum but with the need to register as a user being retained.

5.4.1 That a copy engine be purchased, stripped down and a report brought to the Association committee as to suitability. The engine to be of similar specification to Standard Honda engines.

5.4.2 As per 5.4.1 with the amendment that the engine to be of the same specification to a standard Honda Engine.

The Annual General Meeting for the Formula Grasstrack Association is to be held on Sunday, 8th February 2009.

Venue: The Snooker Room @ The Raven Inn, Prees Heath, Whitchurch, Shropshire (A41/A49 roundabout)

Please note that this meeting involves the election of officers for the Association and as the Secretary and Chairman are both standing down, new officers for these positions will need to be appointed. The remaining officials are willing to stay on and stand for re-election. If you want to be considered for the positions or would like more detail on what the role involves, please contact either Mark or Sally on 01606 869116.

The carvery facility at The Raven will be open that day so if you wish to eat, this is possible - although not in the Snooker Room.

Also, please ensure your proposals for the AGM are sent to Sally by Sunday, 1st February either by post or by email to SHCReid@Scottishlife.co.uk not my other email address - we are having connectivity problems - phoned proposals cannot be considered and the proposal must be written in the way you wish to present it!. Chris, I will email you separately about the website and suggestions made

Regs are now available for the Wrekin Speedway Challenge at Stoke on Sunday 15th March 2009. Get them HERE & HERE!

The Whitchurch MCC AGM will be held on Sunday, 25th January 2009 starting 1pm. The venue will be the Swan public House on the A556 at Bucklow Hill. All are welcome. Any queries please contact Mike Flynn

The FGA AGM is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 8th February 2009 with a 1pm start time. The venue is expected to be the Raven on the A49 in Whitchurch but will be confirmed nearer the date. Any proposals for the meeting need to be in writing (or email) to Sally Evans before 31st January 2009 for the agenda's to be done. The email address is: SHCReid@Scottishlife.co.uk