Garden Party at Launde Abbey Sunday 23rd August 2020 (originally planned for 5th July)
In 2019 the East Midlands Section of the Club celebrated their 50th anniversary at Launde Abbey and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and the overwhelming opinion was that it had been their most successful and enjoyable event in the history of the Section
They have therefore decided to return to Launde Abbey with a similar programme in 2020 For those not familiar with the location. Launde Abbey is a stunning Christian Centre set in beautiful relaxing parkland of 450 acres with cultivated gardens and a wonderful twelfth century chapel. Some six miles west of the market town of Oakham.
The day’s programme is as follows :-
Arrive from 10.45 onwards and park as directed by the marshals. Meet up with friends and socialise. Look around the grounds, visit the chapel and view the garden plants for sale.
12.30 -
Cash Bar will operate for coffee/tea and biscuits on arrival and drinks during the afternoon.
1.00 – 2.00 Please bring your own picnic table and chairs and enjoy your buffet next to your car. Whilst enjoying your buffet experience some pleasant surprise entertainment including a comic magician, a juggler, Irish dancing displays and an aerobatic flying display.
2.00 -
COVID 19
To meet the Government guidelines the event will be held on the large field in front of the Abbey with spectacular 180 degree panoramic views of the stunning Rutland countryside. This will allow ample social distancing between cars
The buffet will be served from 3 tents instead of the 1 tent to again achieve social distancing. Suffice to say that we will be taking all the necessary precautions.
In the unlikely situation that the event has to be cancelled all cheques will be shredded.
Look forward to hearing from you and let us all look forward to a very enjoyable and memorable event after all these frustrating weeks of confinement.
CLOSING DATE – Please book early. Closing date is 2nd August. Due to the increased numbers expected to attend and the need to confirm catering requirements in advance. Booking by the closing date of the 2nd August is essential.
COST – Only £20 per person. This includes the sumptuous buffet. Cheques made payable to the RREC [East Midlands Section]
BOOKING – Complete the booking form and return , with your payment, to Jeff Dennis, The Old Rectory, 58 Main Street, Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire. LE7 9GD.
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A TRULY UNIQUE EVENT -
The Government have given their full support for this type of event. Naturally we will be observing all Government guidelines and members are encouraged to attend and enjoy a fantastic day