DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 2009

(Updated June 2009)

 

 

 

SATURDAY 20 JUNE

 

Otley Carnival - once again it is time for the Otley Carnival, held on the showfield at Otley. The SLS, complete with their gazebo, will be represented with a stall at this event. We sincerely hope that it won’t tipple it down like it did last year as the committee and volunteers were looking forward to meeting the public and putting them in the picture as to the background of the society. Hopefully we can recruit new members to our ranks from locals who remember our favourite bus company, ever.

 

TUESDAY 7 JULY

 

Cumbria Classic Tour – Our next excursion into the scenic splendour of Cumbria is once more centered around the Settle-Carlisle line, which this year celebrated twenty years since the line was saved.

 

It is planned to join the 10.49 Leeds-Carlisle service, booking a return to Kirkby Stephen. This train picks up at Shipley 11.02, Bingley 11.06 and Keighley 11.12 and alighting at Ribblehead at 12.02. Your tour director, Andy Richardson will meet and greet the party there, but co-host and member Harvey Midwood will be travelling on the train if you have any queries.

 

Lunch is at the cosy Station Inn and there will be an optional short, guided look at the historic site of Ribblehead viaduct before catching a vintage bus to Hawes. Then it is on to Ravenstonedale depot of Cumbria Classic Coaches for afternoon refreshments before returning from Kirkby Stephen at 17.14, due into Leeds City 19.07.

 

We have chosen a later departure from Leeds to avoid potential connection dramas and for those who have yet to sample the delights of Cumbria Classic, we will probably choose a slightly different route next year, so enjoy it while you can.

 

Please notify the Chairman, Barry Rennison of your intention to travel and he will notify Andy Richardson of the names of the party. All we need now is you and decent weather for a great day out.

   

 

SUNDAY 19 JULY

 

Leeds 2009 – a big event celebrating 50 years since the end of Leeds trams and 35 years since the end of Leeds City Transport. This event is organised by the Transport Yorkshire Preservation Group and will be held at Leeds United’s Elland Road Stadium, Leeds. The SLS will be represented with a stall and Ledgard display.

 

SATURDAY 1 AUGUST

 

Thornes 60^th Anniversary Running Day – held at Hemingbrough, Selby from 9.30am to 5pm. Featuring a display of vintage and modern vehicles plus a special commemorative journey from Selby to Market Weighton. Cine film show and enthusiasts memorabilia stalls including one from the SLS. Free park and ride from Selby Bus Station or Barlby High School.

 

The SLS will be running a preserved bus to this event. One pick-up only – Horsforth Fleece Hotel, New Road Side, leaving at 0900-hrs. Only 30 seats available, so first come, first served – RESERVE YOUR SEAT WITH THE CHAIRMAN usual contact details.

 

TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER

 

Annual Reunion - at the Rose & Crown at Otley from 7.30pm. Transport from Horsforth provided. Come along and meet your fellow members and former Ledgard staff – have a chin-wag to your hearts content! There will be a ride or two on a vintage bus venturing out on a local Sammy’s route and also a display of memorabilia in the pub. Bus departs Horsforth Fleece Hotel, New Road Side at 7pm.

 

SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER

 

5^th Transport Collectors Fair - organised by the SLS. Up to 100 stalls selling all manner of transport memorabilia, bus, tram, railway, ships, aircraft – you name it! Don’t forget to visit our own society sales stand to meet the volunteers and say hello.  Open from 10am to 4pm, admission, only £1. All proceeds to the Society. There will also be refreshments available.

 

TUESDAY 8 DECEMBER

(NOTE WEEK LATER THAN ORIGINALLY NOTIFIED)

 

Christmas Dinner - held at the Rose & Crown, Otley. 7.15pm for 7.30pm. Full festive fayre including mince pies and coffee, all at a reasonable cost. We also have a bit of fun and the usual raffle with ‘top value’ prizes! Transport provided from Horsforth and return. Booking essential with the Chairman – see Page 2 for contact details. Transport from Horsforth available, departing at 6.45pm.

 

Make a note in your SLS diary now so you don’t miss any event. Please support your society, events  are specially arranged for all to participate in – remember you are all very welcome and you can bring your loved one too!