The British Club April Magazine 2017

April 2017

THE

BRITISH CLUB

With Guest Appearances

By West End Stars Premiere at The London Palladium Saturday, 17 June 2017 BEST OF BRITISH 2017 EASTER SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS VARIETY MASTERCHEF HERDADE SÃO MIGUEL WINE & GOURMET DINNER (PORTUGUESE)

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MISSION To be the leading international Club in Singapore, exceeding the expectations of our Members and their families.

EASTER SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS Sunday, 16 April 2017

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BRITISH CONTACTS

British Association of Singapore Website: www.britishassociation.org.sg

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cONTENTS

Tel: 6339 8229

British High Commission Tel: 6424 4200 Website: www.ukinsingapore.fco.gov.uk

President’s Message

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British Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) Email: info@britcham.org.sg Website: www.britcham.org.sg

GM’s Message

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Club News

5 – 21

Fry Group Feature

7

Best of British

12 - 19

Member in the Spotlight

23

Food & Beverage

26 – 43

Activities & Events

44 – 49

Sports & Fitness

50 – 55

Calendar of Events

56 – 57

Reciprocal Club Spotlight

59

Club Directory & Operating Hours

60

Tel: 6222 3552

The British Council Tel: 6473 1111 Email: contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Website: www.britishcouncil.org.sg Visit Britain Tel: 800 852 3 549 (Toll Free) Email: singapore@visitbritain.org Website: www.visitbritain.com/sg Singapore St. Andrew’s Society Elaine Young Website: www.standrewssociety.org.sg

Tel: 9154 0521

St. David’s Society of Singapore Nia Wyn Jones Email: william.nia@gmail.com Website: www.stdavidsingapore.com St. Patrick’s Society of Singapore Lorraine Hourican Email: stpatssingapore@outlook.com Royal Society of St. George’s Paul Adamberry Email: rssg.sg@gmail.com Website: www.saintgeorgesociety.com

Membership Base

Profile

54% British expatriates, 24% Singaporeans and 22% expatriates from a wide range of countries in Europe, North America, Australasia and Asia Pacific with over 50 nationalities.

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2 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE MAIN COMMITTEE

Dear Members, Christmas seems so recent yet we are already into the second quarter of the year.

I hope the year is going well for all and the New Year’s resolutions have been fulfilled or are at least intact.

March was a particularly busy month for the Club. We had a Management and Main Committee Vision Day, our Club’s Open House, the annual Masters’ Tennis Tournament, a Wine Dinner featuring some of the top wines from Chile and the screening of the Rugby Six Nations matches.

The Open House was held on Sunday, 12 March with quite a number of potential members taking guided tours of the Club and gaining first-hand knowledge of our terrific facilities. I am very pleased to note that many of our existing Members have introduced their friends to the Club. You are the best ambassadors for your Club and there is no better reason to use the Club than to relax with your friends. As a thank you, members whose friends signed up for Club Memberships during the Open House will receive triple rewards points credited into their account.

To continue the theme, I’d like to issue a warm welcome to recent new Members and I encourage you to approach our Member Relations team for any information about the Club or what is on offer.

This month our Members Connect Night will take place on Thursday, 6 April.

Members new and old (young and of longstanding maybe?) are very welcome to join us for canapes and refreshments and to meet other members in the relaxed and beautiful surroundings of the Treetops Terrace.

Later in the month, there are a variety of Easter offers including, on Sunday, 16 April, an indulgent 3-course Sunday Lunch at The Mountbatten Room.

There will also be a Sunday Champagne Brunch at The Elizabeth Suite Ballroom, so register early to get your seats booked. But don’t leave your kids at home – we’ve got our annual Easter egg crafts and treasure hunt to keep them entertained as well!

Look out for the Best of British 2017 as we officially launch our 5th anniversary celebrations on Wednesday, 12 April. More information on event bookings is now available online with hardcopies of booking forms available at the Reception desk.

On behalf of the Club, we thank you for your continued support and wish everyone a great month ahead.

DAMIAN R. HILLS President

Damian Hills President

Steve Settle

Vice President Honorary Secretary Chairman of Sports Committee

Adrian Waterton

Vice President Chairman of Human Resource Committee

Stephen Fulton

Honorary Treasurer Chairman of Finance Committee

David Wong

Chairman of Membership and Rules Committee

Shaun Matheson

Chairman of Ways & Means Committee

Tony Quek

Chairman of Development and Health & Safety and Disciplinary Committee

Stephen Walker

Chairman of Member Services Committee and F&B Task Force Projects

Patrick Hyde

Chairman of Marketing and Communications Committee

Eric Rogers

Chairman of Infocomm Committee

CLUB COMMITTEE MEMBERS Development and Health & Safety Committee Chris Walden, Shawn Matheson Marketing and Communications Committee Sarah McNee, Jonathan Mackenzie, Christopher Harrison, Caroline Underhill, Anton Colton, Lucas Clark, Steve Manning Finance Committee Member Yip Wai Hun, Ashley Nicholas, Roger Harrold Member Services Committee Maggie Ashman, David Wong, Fiona Corbett, Marc Hearn, Michelle Kwek, Tiffany Wallwork Human Resource Committee Eugene Heng, Damian Hills, Steve Settle, Shaun Matheson, Tony Quek Infocomm Committee Nigel Cain, Jordan Windebank, Ashley Nicholas, Rob Kliman, Stephen Walker, David Griffiths Membership and Rules Committee Jeffrey Chua, Antony Melero, Robin Nayak, Don Wang, Martin White Sports Committee All Sports Convenors

THE BRITISH CLUB

GM’S MESSAGE 3 CLUB MANAGEMENT

Dear Members, I hope everyone’s feeling well rested and ready to take on another busy month. It will be no different here at The British Club, as we ramp up for one of our biggest events of the year: the Best of British celebrations.

Stay tuned for more.

I am most pleased to announce that we will be officially launching the Best of British 2017 on 12 April at the Club. The festivities are just a couple of months away, taking place in early June from 4 – 17 June. Be sure to mark the dates down and make yourself available for yet another lineup of exciting events for everyone. Our Grand Finale: West End Premiere at The London Palladium will be held at the One Farrer Hotel & Spa this year. As always, book soon to enjoy our early bird specials.

Into its 5th successful year, this year’s Best of British promises to be the biggest and grandest one yet. Introducing new sponsors like Bupa Global, Landex and World of Diamonds, I also want to thank our returning sponsors the Australian International School, British Airways, Classic Moving & Storage, Courts, Insider TV, Leisure Farm, Resorts World Sentosa, Royal Plaza on Scotts, Stamford American International School, Singapore Turf Club, Starhub and The Fry Group, who have offered their steadfast commitment and support for yet another year, which is truly appreciated.

For the celebrities attending the Best of British this year, we have not one but two celebrity chefs – brothers James and Chris Tanner from Plymouth, who are also co-owners of 2AA Rosette gastropub The Kentish Hare, The Barbican Kitchen in Plymouth, and The Catch in Looe, which won “Best Newcomer” in the National Fish and Chip Awards in 2016. Back by popular demand, the highly acclaimed West End of London musical artiste Emma Dears will be performing alongside multi-award winning actress Lucy Williamson. Prepare for some non-stop laughter with a host of UK comedians such as 2-time British Comedy Award winner Neil Fitzmaurice, Scott Mitchell, Chris Henry and Mr. Liverpool himself Pete Price. You may check out more about the events on pages 12 to 19 of this magazine. So don’t wait – log on to our website at www.britishclub.org.sg to book online now.

I hope that all this has you up and excited for the coming months. We look forward to seeing you at the 2-week celebration of Best of British in June. In the meantime, enjoy all the wonderful promotions we have for this month.

I wish all Members an enjoyable time at the Club this April.

General Manager Sean Boyle, BEM 6410 1103 seanboyle@britishclub.org.sg

Head of Finance & Facilities Michelle Chua 6410 1119 finance@britishclub.org.sg

Executive Chef Sunny Sia 6410 1170 sunnysia@britishclub.org.sg

Head of Activities & Events, Marketing, and Member Relations Chrisse Olayres 6410 1120 chrisseolayres@britishclub.org.sg

Head of Sales Ronnie Ng 6410 1100 membership@britishclub.org.sg

Catering Sales Manager 6410 1146 Kurt Tan banquetsales@britishclub.org.sg

Sports & Recreation Manager Wan Lay Chi 6410 1150 sports@britishclub.org.sg

Facilities Manager S. Sundaram 6410 1160 maintenance@britishclub.org.sg

Housekeeping Manager Asa Shaari 6410 1162 housekeeping@britishclub.org.sg

Member Relations Manager Cassie Wong

6410 1113 memberrelations@britishclub.org.sg

Marketing Communications Manager 6410 1111 Cynthia Setho marketing@britishclub.org.sg

Human Resource Manager Alice Wong 6410 1130 hr@britishclub.org.sg

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CLUB NEWS 5

WARM WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS CHANTAL & CHARMAINE BIRD

MEMBERS CONNECT NIGHT

CHRISTOPHER BROWNE & DAWN MCCARROLL DAVID & EDWINA BURNS

Come join us on Thursday, 6 April

CRAIG & CRISTY DOEL

Looking to meet other Members...

ALEXANDER & DANYA GAPPER

This monthly networking event will introduce you to fellow Members of the Club – a perfect social setting to get together and meet new people.

SOUNDARYARAJAN KRISHNASAMY & SRIDEVI ARAVAMUDHAM

Time : 7.30pm to 9.30pm

LEONG WENG KEE & TEO HOA HOA

(Canapes & drinks will be served.)

GAVIN LOWTH & CHELSEA WYNTER

For bookings and more information, contact recept@britishclub.org.sg

RAKESH & SUSMITA PANDYA MANJIT PAWAR & CLAIRE MARKEZIC

Supported by

MATTHEW PRYOR & AUDREY LIM JONATHAN & LUCY SLOAM

Tribute to

Marian Tay

The British Club would like to offer its condolences to the family of the late

Marian Tay Mi-Lian

who passed away peacefully on Saturday, 18 February 2017.

Marian was a great supporter of the Club since joining us in 1991 and a valuable member of the Main Committee, having served

as Chairperson of the Development and Safety Committee from 2008 to 2009 and also as Sub-Committee member on the Finance Committee from 2009 to 2010.

Our thoughts are with Marian’s family during this period of bereavement.

SINGAPORE’S HILLTOP RETREAT

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MEMBERS CONNECT NIGHT

In partnership with

2 March

From Left: Jane Allan, Chris White, Craig Telmer

From Left: Manjit Pawar, Claire Pawar, Bernadette McBarron, Dorothy Colton, Anton Colton, Jim McBarron

From Left: Shaun Matheson (Main Committee), Siva Kumar, David Christie

From Left: : Ronnie Ng, Jysen Quah, Toby Richards (The Fry Group)

From Left: Kathy Illingworth, Sujatha Ramakrishnan, Ramakrishnan Rengaswamy

From Left: Lena Menon, Jude Menon, Shaun Matheson (Main Committee)

From Left: Soundaryarajan Krishnasamy, Aniruddh, Sridev Aravamudham, Vasundhara

From Left: Andrea Woolhead, Jon Laird

From Left: Alexander Gapper, Danya Gapper

From Left: Claire Jefferson, Rachel Malster, Andy Malster, William Jefferson

THE BRITISH CLUB

From Left: Lexi Shuttleworth (Lightfoot Travel), Susmita Pandya, Rakesh Pandya

4 TIPS FOR BRITISH EXPATS WHO HAVEN’T DONE THEIR TAX RETURNS

By Martin Rimmer, Tax Manager It’s that time of year again. The New Year(s) have been and gone, the deadline for filing your tax return has flown past in a flash, maybe even without you realising.

As much as Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs likes to remind us about the deadline, it’s easy to forget. Many are just too busy to take notice, or even to put on the to-do-list to try.

Some of us are simply confused about whether we should be preparing UK tax returns or worse, are burying their heads in the sand and hoping for the best. Tax rules and circumstances often change as well, which only adds to the confusion. But it’s often a lot better to confront your fears and confusion and file a tax return correctly. And even though the deadline has passed, it’s not too late.

At the end of the day, filing taxes correctly leaves you in good graces with the taxman and gives you better peace of mind. And ultimately many expats will eventually gravitate back to the UK and whether or not you have a complete and up-to-date filing history can impact how your tax position is presented to HMRC on your return.

Here are 4 tips to help you if you haven’t done your tax return (and/or done it correctly) this year: 1. Ask yourself – “Have your circumstances changed?” You may need to file returns should your circumstances change. Expats who didn’t need to file tax returns a few years ago may want to check whether that is still the case today.

2.

Know your residence status – Surprisingly you cannot file a correct tax return as a non-resident of the UK using the HMRCs own on-line system. If you do use their system and don’t complete the residence pages, they will assume you are still a UK resident for tax purposes.

Not great when you are trying to establish a track record of non-resident status. It’s worth taking professional advice as navigating the Statutory Residence Test can be complicated – the number of days (ranging from 15 to 182) you spend in the UK, and where your children and spouse are all feed into this.

3.

“Work is work” – Not always the case. Training, for example, is often not considered work, but managing a cross-border team and spending time in the UK could qualify. Some larger employers file this information to HMRC automatically – and it’s worth knowing if that is the case. What’s important is that you understand what is considered to be work by your employer, so you know what to file for duties performed in the UK, and whether the type of work you do impacts on your residence status.

4. Understand taxation on properties – Another common area for misunderstandings. Many of the expats we see rent out their UK property.

The majority aren’t aware that most rental accounts must be prepared on the ‘accruals’ basis, rather than just by adding up income and subtracting expenses; not to mention the seemingly continuous stream of changes in how to calculate rental profit.

If you have not declared your rental income at all, now is a good time to catch up with HMRC before they catch up with you. HMRC’s Let Property Campaign is an opportunity for landlords who owe tax through letting out residential property to get up to date with their tax affairs in a simple, straightforward way and take advantage of the best possible terms.

Simply put, filing tax returns is just not always clear, and many fill in returns incorrectly or not even at all. This can lead to some serious penalties and hassle, so make sure it doesn’t happen to you.

advice@thefrygroup.sg • Tel: +65 6225 0825 • www.thefrygroup.sg The information in this article aims to provide information. However, this is not intended to form professional advice nor should it be relied upon as such and before taking any particular action, specific and personal advice should be obtained. All levels and basis of, and relief from taxation illustrated here are subject to change. The Fry Group (Singapore) Private Limited. Authorised to act as a financial adviser by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). License number FA100057-1.

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Emma Dears Back by popular demand Highly acclaimed West End of London musical artiste

THE TANNER BROTHERS James and Chris Tanner 2AA Rosettes – Best Restaurant Top 50 Gastropub

Chris Henry “Seriously one of the best acts in the country” – Breakneck Comedy

Scott Mitchell

Pete Price

Scotland’s very own witty and satirical comedian

Top British Media Personality Mr Liverpool

Neil Fitzmaurice Liverpool Echo Comedian of the Year

Lucy Williamson Multi award-winning actress

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With Guest Appearances By West End Stars Premiere at The London Palladium Saturday, 17 June 2017

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Book your tickets online at www.britishclub.org.sg For event enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

For the very first time, the Best of British is bringing in, not one but two celebrity chefs and 2 West End stars for the Best of British. Celebrating Best of British’s 5th year anniversary, we promise you an exciting and mind-blowing line up of events that will leave you wanting more!

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH II CUP AT THE SINGAPORE TURF CLUB

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Sunday, 4 June | 12.00pm Buffet opens with free flow wines | Singapore Turf Club

$98.00+ Member • $108.00+ Guest Price includes a welcome glass of bubbly upon arrival.

COMMONWEALTH WINE AND GOURMET GALA DINNER With Celebrity Chefs James and Chris Tanner

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Friday, 9 June | 7.30pm | The Elizabeth Suite

$98.00+ Member • $108.00+ Guest

SUPERBRAINS Saturday, 10 June | 7.30pm | The Elizabeth Suite

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Grand Prize $1,000 F&B Dining Voucher and more exciting prizes up for grabs!

$55.00+ Member • $65.00+ Guest

Price is inclusive of an international buffet dinner and 2 bottles of wines for every team of 8 persons.

FAMILY DAY AND OPEN HOUSE Sunday, 11 June

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Open House 10.00am to 5.00pm Family Day British Street Party 11.00am to 4.00pm

LADIES LUNCHEON AND COOKING DEMONSTRATION With Celebrity Chefs James and Chris Tanner

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Tuesday, 13 June | 11.30am | The Elizabeth Suite

$98.00+ Member • $108.00+ Guest

PRIZE BINGO NIGHT Wednesday, 14 June | 7.30pm | Windsor Arms

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Optional Buffet available on the evening:

$35.00+ Member • $45.00+ Guest

THE JUDY GARLAND & LIZA MINNELLI SHOW

With award-winning highly acclaimed West End of London musical artistes Emma Dears and Lucy Williamson

Thursday, 15 June | 7.30pm | The Elizabeth Suite

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$95.00+ Member • $105.00+ Guest Price inclusive of buffet dinner.

COMEDY NIGHT Featuring award-winning comedian Neil Fitzmaurice, compered by Pete Price and supported by comedians - Scott Mitchell & Chris Henry

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Friday, 16 June | 7.30pm | The Elizabeth Suite

$85.00+ Member • $95.00+ Guest Price inclusive of buffet dinner.

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GRAND FINALE:

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Book your tickets online at www.britishclub.org.sg For event enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

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Coming in all the way from Plymouth, UK are celebrity brother chefs James and Chris Tanner.

THE TANNER BROTHERS

James and Chris Tanner 2AA Rosettes – Best Restaurant Top 50 Gastropub Newcomer of the Year 2016 James and Chris opened Tanners Restaurant in 1999 and it was voted 2AA Awards – Best Restaurant in the UK 2007/8. They now have The Barbican Kitchen in Plymouth, The Catch in Looe – winning “Best Newcomer” in the National Fish and Chip Awards in 2016, and The Kentish Hare in Bidborough, Kent which was listed in the Michelin pub guide, awarded 2AA rosettes and won Top 50 Gastropub Awards “One to Watch” award in 2015 and “Newcomer of the Year” in 2016 within 8 months of its opening.

Their books include For Chocolate Lovers and Ice Cream.

JAMES TANNER James was a regular co-presenter for Great Food Live for UKTV Food. He and his brother Chris Tanner filmed their own 15-part series The Tanner Brothers, broadcast on the Carlton South West region in December 2003, and repeated on Great Food Live in 2004 and on UKTV Style.

James is passionate about using local, seasonable and sustainable produce of excellent quality. His solo books include James Tanner Takes 5: Delicious Dishes Using Just 5 Ingredients and Old Favourites, New Twists – 100 classic recipes with a difference.

CHRIS TANNER Beginning his culinary career at the tender age of only twelve working in the kitchen of a local restaurant, Chris then studied for his City and Guilds in catering at West Kent College when he won the Outstanding Student Award. He spent five years working for the Roux brothers in various establishments throughout the world, including The Point resort, Hotel Diva in France and finally becoming Sous Chef at Le Poulbot in London. Chris was Head Chef at Greenhills Hotel in Jersey and in 1995 he was given the chance to open from scratch the Kitley Hotel in Yealmpton, Devon where he achieved 3AA Rosettes.

Chris was also the UK judge in the Apprentice of Europe Competition in 2005. His television career began in 2001 when he and James made their first appearance on Carlton TV’s Food Network Daily.

Savour only the finest as The Tanner Brothers prepare the dinner of the Commonwealth Wine & Gourmet Dinner on Friday, 9 June and showcase their culinary prowess at the Ladies Luncheon: Fashion Show and Cooking Demonstration on Tuesday, 13 June.

Commonwealth Wine and Gourmet Gala Dinner With Celebrity Chefs James and Chris Tanner Brought to you by

Join us on an evening to indulge your taste buds as we showcase an exquisite 5-course dinner prepared by not 1 but 2 Celebrity Chefs- James and Chris Tanner (2AA Rosettes – Best Restaurant & Top 50 Gastropub), prepared with fine wines from the Commonwealth and graced by our guest of honour British High Commissioner H.E. Scott Wightman.

Friday, 9 June • 7.30pm The Elizabeth Suite Dress code: Smart attire $98.00+ Member • $108.00+ Guest Supported by:

Ladies Luncheon and Cooking Demonstration

With Celebrity Chefs James and Chris Tanner Brought to you by

Tantalise your taste buds and delight your senses as 2AA Rosettes chefs James and Chris Tanner display their culinary prowess in an afternoon of exquisite cuisine and fine wines. Enjoy a 3-course lunch prepared especially by the chefs and free flow of wines. Exciting prizes await too!

Tuesday, 13 June • 11.30am The Elizabeth Suite Dress code: Summer dress and best hat $98.00+ Member • $108.00+ Guest Supported by:

Book your tickets online at www.britishclub.org.sg For event enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg Photos taken during events may be used in Club’s collaterals.

EMMA DEARS Highly acclaimed West End of London Musical Artiste – live from Royal Drury Lane Back by popular demand from the Best of British 2016, Emma is set to wow audiences once again with her vocal prowess.

Born in Liverpool, Emma began her acting career at the age of nine in the title role of “Annie”.

Since then she has performed in Dublin and Edinburgh and went on to enjoy a long spell in London’s West End playing “Ellen” in Miss Saigon at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, “Milk Maid” and Understudy to Ruthie Henshall as “Nancy” in Oliver at the London Palladium and “Rizzo” in Grease at the Cambridge Theatre.

During recent years, Emma has been performing as Liza in “Judy & Liza” – a musical biopic based on the lives of Mother and Daughter, Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.

LUCY WILLIAMSON Multi award-winning actress Lucy trained at Laine Theatre Arts graduating with Honours. Lucy’s impressive performances include: Violet Chandler in The Fix, Mr Strassen Presents, requested soloist, Sunday at The Musicals requested soloist, Soloist on Warburtons Radio Advert, Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty with Joe Pasquale at New Theatre Cardiff, Sally Adams in Call Me Madam at Union Theatre, Judy Garland in Judy and Liza at the National Tour, Carmen Diaz in Fame! at the National Tour and Victoria Palace Theatre, Fantine in Les Miserables at National Tour and NYC Woman/Cocktail Waitress in I Love You Because, an award-winning British premiere at The Landor Theatre, to name just a few.

Lucy was the original principal vocalist on the maiden voyage and inaugural season of The Queen Mary 2. She was asked to perform solo for HM The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary and also for HM The Queen on her tour around the Queen Mary 2. Lucy is also BBC Radio 2’s Friday Night is Music Night and BBC Radio 3’s requested solo vocalist.

Spend an enthralling evening with Lucy and Emma at The Judy Garland & Liza Minnelli Show on Thursday, 15 June and catch them again at The Grand Finale Ball: West End Premiere at The London Palladium on Saturday, 17 June.

With award-winning highly acclaimed West End of London musical artistes

Emma Dears and Lucy Williamson Brought to you by

Five decades after Judy Garland & Liza Minnelli last performed together at the London Palladium, the two legends return to the stage thanks to this acclaimed production, starring West End performers Emma Dears (Miss Saigon) & Lucy Williamson (End of the Rainbow) with orchestrations from renowned composer Michael England. Including live performances of your favourite hits including Cabaret, Maybe This Time, The Trolley Song and The Man That Got Away. “...their performances are spellbinding.” WhatsOnStage.com

Thursday, 15 June • 7.30pm The Elizabeth Suite Dress code: Smart casual $95.00+ Member • $105.00+ Guest Price inclusive of buffet dinner.

Limited seats available.

BOOK NOW

TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT! Get your tickets online at www.britishclub.org.sg For enquiries, call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg Photos taken during events may be used in Club’s collaterals.

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH II CUP AT THE SINGAPORE TURF CLUB Brought to you by

It’s a Sunday and we’re heading to one of the most anticipated races in Singapore – The Queen Elizabeth II Cup to kick off the Best of British 5th Anniversary celebrations!

Time for the ladies to don your best hats and bring along the hubbies for an afternoon of excitement and a mouth-watering buffet.

CATCH THE BRITISH CLUB GALLOP 2017 TO BE AWARDED BY THE BRITISH CLUB PRESIDENT - MR DAMIAN HILLS!

Sunday, 4 June 12.00pm

Supported by:

Buffet opens with free flow wines

Venue: Singapore

Turf Club

Dress code: Sunday dress & best hat for the ladies and smart attire for men

$98.00+ Member $108.00+ Guest Price includes a welcome glass of bubbly upon arrival.

Get your tickets online at www.britishclub.org.sg For enquiries, call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg No children below 18 years old are permitted.

Photos taken during events may be used in Club’s collaterals.

Mike Sterling

Shona Lindsey

Emma Dears

Pete Price

Tom Solomon

Lucy Williamson

Jayne O’Mahony

We are taking you along for a whistle stop tour through some of the most iconic shows from the West End, all in one evening!

Stars of the West End will razzle and dazzle on a one night only performance from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Miss Saigon to name a few. It’s going to be a night to remember over a champagne reception, 5-course dinner, free flow wines and beer and all night dancing with Singapore’s top band – 10 Seconds!

Watch out for some one of a kind auctions and limited offers only on the night as we raise funds to support our 2 charities – The Gurkha Welfare Trust and Riding for the Disabled With guest appearances from West End stars Emma Dears, Lucy Williamson, Mike Sterling, Shona Lindsey, Tom Solomon and Jayne O’Mahony.

Compered by Mr Liverpool Pete Price

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Lemonmyrtle Smoked Salmon with Halibut Rillettes Baby Cress with Tobiko Remoulade Sauce, Granny Smith Apple Salsa Noblesse Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley, Chile ***** Saffron Flavored Seafood Chowder with Sundried Tomato Pesto Serve with Seafood Cilantro “Wanton” ***** Basilic Orange Sherbet ***** Asian Spiced Beef Tenderloin, Truffle Cream Cheese Croquettes Layered Truffle-scented Potato Mushroom Soya Emulsion and Baby Garden Vegetables Noblesse Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley, Chile ***** Cinnamon Scented Pear Tartin with Fruit Yogurt Ice-Cream Walnut Chocolate Square, Mix Berries and Caramelized Pistachio ***** Freshly Brewed Coffee and Fine Tea, Mignardises Pistachio Nougat • Dark Chocolate Caramel • Almond Rocher • Pate De Fruits

Saturday, 17 June • 7.00pm till late Grand Ballroom, One Farrer Hotel and Spa Dress code: Black Tie & Evening Dress Early Bird Price till Friday, 15 May

$250.00+ Member/Guest Regular Price: $285.00+ Member/Guest Title Sponsors

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Get your tickets online at ww.britishclub.org.sg For enquiries, call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

Photos taken during events may be used in Club’s collaterals. *All information provided is correct at time of print.

CRAFT LADIES SECTION FUNDRAISING FOR THE GURKHA WELFARE TRUST

In May 2016, The British Club Craft Ladies Section contributed a sum of $3,000 to The Gurkha Welfare Trust which went towards the construction of a new home for Mrs Maya Thapa, widow of Rifleman Bhim Bahadur Thapa.

Building a New Home for Mrs Maya Thapa Widow of Rifleman Bhim Bahadur Thapa, ex 6GR Bhim Bahadur Thapa enlisted into the Brigade of Gurkhas in 1948 and, after basic military training in Malaya, joined 6th (Queen Elizabeth’s Own) Gurkha Rifles on operations in Malaya. He was discharged from the Army in 1954 after being medically downgraded and returned to his home in Dhading district, Nepal. In receipt of a welfare pension until his death in 1991, the pension was transferred to his widow, Maya, who carried on living Devastation in Dhading in the family home, using the pension to support her eldest son and his family. after the earthquake

The extra deep foundations for Maya’s new home

Though adjacent to Bagmati district and Kathmandu, Dhading is particularly remote with a poor infrastructure of roads where the steep terrain makes it difficult to traverse the country other than on foot. It was in this grindingly harsh environment that disaster struck in April 2015. The 7.8 magnitude Gorkha earthquake, with its epicentre barely 50 miles from Maya’s village, caused extensive destruction throughout the district and her mud mortar house was severely damaged. In the ensuing aftershocks, the house collapsed and Maya took refuge in temporary shelter. The Trust’s welfare officer, mindful of her predicament, as well as that of other vulnerable pensioners in his area, arranged for shelter material, as well as emergency rations and cooking equipment, to be portered out to the village and it was in a rudimentary shelter, constructed of corrugated iron and bamboo, that she spent the next 18 months.

The Gurkha Welfare Trust then arranged for a surveyor to inspect the damage to her house; this was condemned as unsafe and arrangements were made to rebuild to the Trust’s design. Construction of the new home started in January 2016, one of the first homes on which work began once the Trust’s field office switched from delivering emergency aid to a programme of long-term reconstruction.

Early on, the site was visited by the Trust’s Deputy Director, who had been appointed to lead the earthquake response and, given the difficult terrain, he further arranged for a visiting UK structural Ap ril 2 0 1 6 a n d a l most the re , engineer to check construction in order to satisfy himself that the exacting earthquake resistant though the 2016 monsoon delayed the final completion until August standards were being followed.

In May 2016, when the Field Office in Pokhara was informed that that The British Club Craft Section wished to sponsor a build, the decision was taken to attribute this generous gift to the construction of Maya’s house. In the following months, which included a particularly heavy monsoon, work continued but building was finally completed in mid-August.

Once the monsoon cleared, the Area Welfare Officer visited again and arranged for a plaque to be fitted to mark the Group’s generosity, explaining at the time to Maya that The Gurkha Welfare Trust had only been able to rebuild her home with the help of supporters from a country she would probably never visit but who nevertheless harboured a deep affection for her, her late husband’s service and the sacrifices made by the many Gurkhas who served in the British Army.

Maya is grateful to The Gurkha Welfare Trust for looking after her in the years since her husband died but asked if we would pass on her particular thanks to The British Club Craft Section and its supporters in Singapore, whose generosity has allowed her to recover from the trauma of the last 18 months and live safely with her family in their new home.

Maya’s completed home photographed in October 2016 together with the plague marking the donation that made it all possible

The Craft Ladies Section meets every Tuesday in the Treetops lounge at 10.30am. They sew, quilt, knit, crochet, and do paper craft. Sometimes members work on their own projects, and hold different workshops. The group is made up of people with different levels of expertise so it is not difficult to find someone to help you with your projects.

If you are interested in joining the Craft Ladies, come have a coffee and a chat with them on a Tuesday. You will be welcomed with open arms.

CLUB NEWS 21

“OUR WAY”

by Raelene Tan

APRIL FOOL!

Why is 1 April called April Fools’ Day? Various theories abound, though a common thread has it related to a change in date of the New Year in the Roman calendar, back in the mid-1500s.

Then, New Year celebrations began on 25 March, continuing for eight days until noisy festivities on 1 April brought the event to an end. When the New Year date was changed to 1 January, those folks who absent-mindedly celebrated on 1 April were jokingly called ‘fools’.

Nowadays, April Fools’ Day is simply a day to play harmless pranks, serving as a reminder of the original New Year. Tradition has it that pranks are to be carried out before midday, with lots of fun and laughter.

As a student, I remember teachers being favourite targets; sticking a hand-crafted donkey’s tail on the back of a teacher was par for the course, or a sign stating ‘kiss me’.

Publications, radio, television and personal devices also get in on the act, still today. One of the best stories I remember was the BBC hoax about spaghetti-trees, in the 1950s. Then, pasta was relatively unknown in Britain (except in canned form, with sauce), and viewers were transfixed by watching people harvest strands of spaghetti from a spaghetti-tree in a European country. Good wholesome fun!

During my childhood, I looked forward to mother preparing the quintessentially British dessert gooseberryfool on 1 April, full of cool creaminess, which still brings happy memories even now.

Photographs, including strawberry fool, Raelene Tan.

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MEMBER IN THE SPOTLIGHT For this issue of Member in the Spotlight, we are most pleased to present G. Kannan, his wife Su Anne, and their two boys.

Kannan joined the Club with Su Anne in August 2016. He is a Senior State Counsel with the Attorney General’s Chambers in Singapore, while his wife is an in-house legal counsel. We find out more about their views on life since joining The British Club in this special interview.

1) Having been in with us for almost half a year now, can you tell us what was it that impressed you and made you join The British Club?

We live near the Club and a friend who is a Member has had us over a few times. We finally decided to arrange for a Club tour and we were charmed straightaway by the genuine warmth that we felt from the staff and other Members, as well as the family-friendly vibe. The facilities are great for a family with young children, and we signed up right away at the end of the tour.

2) What do you love most about The British Club?

Guinness on tap at the Windsor Arms! Seriously though, we have to say that the friendliness of the staff throughout the Club has really impressed us. The staff really do live by the Club’s promise to give you a warm welcome when you arrive, a magic moment during your stay, and a fond farewell when you leave.

3) What motivated you to join the legal industry in Singapore?

I’ve been a lawyer for over 20 years and can’t see myself having done anything else…except maybe playing right wing for Manchester United! The practice of law is intellectually stimulating, there’s never a boring moment, and that’s probably why I became a lawyer, and have stayed in the profession all these years.

4) Can you share with us a little about being a Senior State Counsel?

I’m actually a Deputy Public Prosecutor handling the prosecution of criminal cases in Singapore. Over the years, I’ve prosecuted cases ranging from the theft of one can of beer (stuffed down the accused’s pants!), to rape, drug trafficking and murder. I currently specialise in prosecuting cases involving cybercrime. Stay calm and catch that hacker...

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MAGIC MOMENTS 25

ST JOHN’S ISLAND DAY TRIP

ROBOTICS WORKSHOP

25 March

26 February

RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA SINGAPORE DISCOUNTED TICKETS EXCLUSIVELY FOR BRITISH CLUB MEMBERS

Resorts World Sentosa is Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort, featuring world-class attractions, unique hotels, award-winning spa, celebrity chef restaurants and exciting entertainment.

Attraction

Regular Price Adult/Child

Member Price Adult/Child

Savings

Universal Studios Singapore®

$76.00/$56.00

$63.00/$48.00

Up to 17%

S.E.A. Aquarium

$34.00/$24.00

$23.00/$16.00

Up to 33%

Adventure Cove Waterpark

$38.00/$30.00

$22.00/$17.00

Up to 42%

For purchases of 10 or more Day Tickets, please book 1 week in advance.

No minimum purchase required.

Purchases must be made at Reception.

For enquiries, please contact recept@britishclub.org.sg

Go beyond the screen and Ride The Movies™ at

Adventure Cove S.E.A. Aquarium Universal Studios Waterpark Explore the marine realm of Singapore® Take high-speed water slides, S.E.A. Aquarium, home to Experience cutting-edge more than 100,000 marine rides, shows, and attractions laze the day away, or come face-to-face with marine life animals of over 800 species. based on your favorite blockbuster films and television series!

Subject to availability

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

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DINING

S S E N D A M

Watch out for our irresistible daily specials at shocking prices!

HALF TIME MONDAYS 50% OFF all day dining

Promotion is valid for food purchases excluding the daily specials on offer

Verandah Café Scores Sports Bar Splash Bar

1-for-1 TUESDAYS Enjoy 1-for-1 deals every Tuesday on selected food items BYO Wine*

FREE corkage for every wine purchased from the Windsor Shop & consumed at any of our outlets

Verandah Café Scores Sports Bar *Applicable as well to

Mountbatten Room

FREE-FLOW WEDNESDAYS Take advantage of our free-flow offers on selected beverages

Verandah Café Scores Sports Bar

**** For every group of 4 booked, get a bottle of sparkling wine or premium house wine for FREE at Mountbatten Room

**** Mountbatten Room

Does not include alcoholic beverages

WHOPPING DESSERT THURSDAYS FREE dessert of your choice for any main course ordered Enjoy 20% off all housewines by the bottle at the participating outlet

Verandah Café Scores Sports Bar

* Dining Madness is not available at Windsor Arms ** Available for a limited period only. Not applicable on Public Holidays or in conjunction with any other food promotions, daily specials as well as Gold and VIP cards. *** Photos are for illustration purposes only.

Friday Night Live is back at the Windsor Arms with a fresh lineup of bands to light up your Friday nights! Paired with superb cuisine, a variety of cold beers on tap and a wide selection of gins and wines – surely there is nowhere else you’d rather be!

Sweet Velvet

7 & 21 April

Comprising of professional entertainers David and Kat brought together by their love and talent for music, they have performed in hotels, clubs and private events all around Singapore. The duo plays a variety of music genres, from jazz to Top 40’s with a wide range of repertoires. Get ready to be entertained by this massively talented pair!

Fuchsia

14 & 28 April

Playing a cool mix of jazz soul, pop and blues, Fuchsia is fresh, sophisticated, versatile and fuses its repertoire perfectly to the atmosphere of your venue and event. Fuchsia superimposes its own style and interpretation that never fails to captivate listeners.

Electrify your Saturday Nights with Fuchsia

If you can’t get enough of Fuchsia’s urbane and nifty sounds, swing by the Windsor Arms on Saturday night to catch them in action again as they charm listeners with their snazzy tunes! * Information is correct at time of print.

Menu Has Been Revamped We’ve upped the stakes yet again with a brand new menu at the Windsor Arms.

Now with fresh new additions like Grilled Sirloin Steak, Braised Lamb Shank, Chicken Leek Pie alongside some old-time favourites like our Fish & Chips, don’t delay any longer!

Swing by and try them out today!

New Promotion

Head on down to the Windsor Arms this April for some awesome and crazy deals!

Early Doors Special Mondays to Fridays • 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Enjoy

20% discount off food purchases

when you are seated and place your order before 6.30pm!

Bottles of the Month This April, the Windsor Arms is bringing you special prices on your favourite spirits!

Black Cow Pure Milk Vodka

$108.00+ per bottle (U.P. $148.00+)

Hendrick’s Gin

$118.00+ per bottle (U.P. $188.00+)

The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years

$158.00+ per bottle (U.P. $208.00+)

All bottles can be kept behind the bar for a maximum of 3 months. Free-flow post-mixers are included.

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg.

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April Promotions

Wild Seabass, Wilted Witlof, Salted Baked Beetroot, Salsa Verde Oven-Baked Wild Seabass in foil with Onions, Garlic, Parsley and White Wine

Murg Tikka Sandwich

soft bun, tandoori boneless chicken, gem lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion rings, raita & mint sauce served with side salad and crisps

Mexican BBQ Chicken Tostadas Chicken, Salsa & Avocado Burrito Wraps

Fish Goa Curry (Goa-styled Fish Curry)

Served with biryani rice, raita and roasted papad

Kadhai Mutter Paneer *

(Cottage Cheese & Peas cooked with Onions, Tomatoes, Kadhai Masala Sauce) Served with biryani rice, raita and roasted papad *Vegetarian

Sheekh Kebab Masala

Served with pulao rice and butter naan

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

Photos are for illustration purposes only and are subject to change.

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30 FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIALS

GOOD FRIDAY BUFFET LUNCH FRIDAY, 14 APRIL • 12.00PM TO 2.30PM VERANDAH CAFÉ

NEW AT

What better way to spend a relaxing Good Friday than at the Club?

$38.00+ Adult $16.00+ Child

(Between 3 To 12 Years Old)

THE WINDSOR SHOP Staying true to our roots, we’re now selling Ogilvy’s Honey and Hawkshead Relish direct from the UK! Experience a true taste of home only at the Windsor Shop.

THE BRITISH CLUB GIFT VOUCHERS

They come in handy for all occasions and are available for use at our retail shops, all F&B outlets and Chinois Spa. Gift Vouchers are now available at The Windsor Shop and Pro Shop.

al Speci SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE MOUNTBATTEN ROOM

Enjoy an exquisite 4-course set lunch at the Mountbatten Room or indulge in the finer things with our Sunday Seafood Champagne Brunch on the last Sunday of the month.

4-COURSE SET LUNCH

(not available on the last Sunday of the month when Sunday Seafood Champagne Brunch is served)

$45.00+ Adult • $20.00+ Child* $75.00+ Adult

(include free-flow sparkling, house red and white wines)

SUNDAY SEAFOOD CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH (exclusively available on last Sunday of the month only)

$68.00+ Adult • $35.00+ Child* (inclusive of free flow of soft drinks and chilled juices)

$118.00+ Adult

(inclusive of free flow of Piper Heidsieck Brut N.V., house red and white wines)

Menu featuring….

*Child: 7 years old and above

Seafood and crustacean station, freshly shuck live oysters, international cold combinations, roasts, an array of appetisers, salad, and mouth-watering desserts.

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

Photos are for illustration purposes only and are subject to change.

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ONLY AT THE WINDSOR SHOP

SPIRITS PROMOTION APRIL

Glengoyne Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Glengoyne is unique in producing Highland Single Malt Whisky matured in the Lowlands. Located upon the Highland Line, the division between the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland, Glengoyne’s stills are in the Highland while maturing casks of whisky rest across the road in the Lowlands. Unlike many malt whisky distilleries today, Glengoyne does not use peat smoke to dry their barley, but instead uses warm air.

Glengoyne 10 Years

Glengoyne 12 Years

Glengoyne 15 Years

Fresh green apples, toffee and a hint of nuttiness. This is the taste of distilling slower than anyone else in Scotland, of barley we dry by air – never peat – and of hand-selected sherry casks crafted from European and American oak.

Lemon zest, toffee apples and a scent of coconut. Our signature sherry wood brings intensity and richness, while first fill bourbon casks add fresh notes of citrus and vanilla.

Complex depths and bright tropical notes – with a spicy oak finish. Hints of candied lemon and pineapple reveal the influence of first-fill bourbon casks, balanced by the rich intensity of our signature sherry wood.

Promotion Price: $108 per bottle or $289 for every 3 bottles

Promotion Price: $128 per bottle or $328 for every 3 bottles

Promotion Price: $168.00 per bottle or $448.00 for every 3 bottles

EASTER WINE PROMOTION APRIL

Mia White, Penedes, Spain @ $28.00 per bottle

Mia Red, Penedes, Spain @ $28.00 per bottle

Grape Varietals: 50% Macabeo, 25% Parellada, 15% Moscato, 10% Xarel-lo

100% Tempranillo. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks to allow the purity of the grape to flourish. Mia Red’s colour is a deep ruby red with the violet-blue undertones, typical of a young red wine. On the nose, it delivers aromas of intense earthiness, plums and violets over a hint of orange peel. On the palate, it is richly fruity, with notes of plum, red berries, smooth tobacco and a hint of spice. It has fine tannins, great balance and a lingering finish.

Pampas Del Sur Vineyard Expressions Viognier, Mendoza, Argentina @ $24.90 per bottle

Pampas Del Sur Vineyard Expressions Syrah, Mendoza, Argentina @ $24.90 per bottle

Mia White is a young fruity white produced from a blend of mainly Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada – the varieties indigenous to the Penedes region. A touch of Moscato in the final blend gives the wine a fresh, tropical flavour. Mia White is a bright, straw yellow, while the nose delivers fresh fruit aromas of apple, pear and banana with hints of white flowers and orange blossom. On the palate, it is refreshing and light with fruits dominating, but also subtle hints of honey.

Bright yellow with greenish tinges. Exotic combinations of peach, pears and tropical fruit. Fresh and young, elegant and delicious finish.

Tatachilla Growers Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, McLaren Vale, Australia @ $36.00 per bottle

Ruby red with dark violet reflections. Black pepper, plum and berries combined with notes of dry figs. Velvety tannins, pleasant and balanced finish.

BUY 3 GET 1 FREE

Grape Varietals: 70% Sauvignon Blanc & 30% Semillon

Pale straw with green hues colour. A bouquet of grassy, passionfruit characters of Sauvignon Blanc matched seamlessly with the vibrant tropical fruit aromas of Semillon with a hint of lemon/lime coming from a small amount of Riesling. A refreshing bursting with crisp, refreshing tropical and grapefruit flavours with a subtle hint of lemongrass. The touch of Riesling enhances the length and persistence of the palate.

Tatachilla Growers Cabernet Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Australia @ $36.00 per bottle

Grape Varietals: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Shiraz

With a dark red colour, this wine has a bouquet of blackcurrant and ripe cherry aromas. Juicy front palate of blackberries with hints of cinnamon and dark chocolate, the Cabernet gives good tannic backbone and a generous round finish.

Pierre Henri Chardonnay, France @ $34.50 per bottle

Pierre Henri Cabernet Sauvignon, France @ $34.50 per bottle

Luis Felipe Edwards Pupilla Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley, Chile @ $36.00 per bottle

Luis Felipe Edwards Pupilla Merlot, Central Valley, Chile @ $36.00 per bottle

The wine is elegant with good deal of character and complex aromas of exotic fruits. Very full on the palate and has a complex finish and long aftertaste reminiscent of ripe apricots.

Straw yellow with clear green hues in colour. Characterised by a harmonious blend of citrus and tropical fruits aromas. On the palate it is soft with a balanced acidity, maintaining the freshness one expects from this variety.

Made from a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine has spice and blackcurrant aromas on the nose. Well flavoured, full in body with good balance of fruit & acidity.

This Merlot is deep ruby red in colour. On the nose aromas of dark fruits such as plum and blackberries combine with subtle toasted notes. On the palate are soft and round tannins with pleasing body and juiciness.

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

Photos are for illustration purposes only and are subject to change.

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EASTER SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS Mountbatten Room

Sunday, 16 April Celebrate this Easter in the Club…

12.00pm to 3.00pm

3-Course Sunday Lunch

$50.00+ Adult • $25.00+ Child (7 to 12 years old) $88.00+ Adult (free flow of sparkling and house red or white wines) Reservations required. To book, please call 6410 1108 or email mountbattenrsvn@britishclub.org.sg

Windsor Arms

12.00pm to 2.30pm

Semi-Buffet Lunch An extensive selection of starters and desserts from the buffet and your choice of main course direct from the kitchen.

$45.00+ Adult • $20.00+ Child (3 to 12 years of age) Verandah Café

12.00pm to 2.30pm

International Buffet Lunch Menu featuring…

Chilled cooked seafood on ice, oysters, prawns, mussels, live roast carving station, goat cheese, beetroot & baby spinach salad, smoked salmon, cured meat platter, grilled beef fillet with mushroom stew, salmon fillet, lamb hot-pot, Asian specialties, North Indian selection and children’s buffet.

$38.00+ Adult • $16.00+ Child (3 to 12 years of age)

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg

EASTER EGG CRAFTS & TREASURE HUNT

Brought to you by

Treetops Lounge & Playground

Session 1: 10.00am – 11.00am (5 years and below) Session 2: 2.00pm – 3.00pm (6 to 12 years old)

Photo credits to Jennifer Chih

Come celebrate Easter with us with an egg-citing craft and storytelling session followed by the ever-popular egg hunt where you can exchange your eggs for a fluffy Easter bunny!

Suitable for children 3 – 12.

$25.00+ Member • $30.00+ Guest Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event shall be billed the full price.

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

EASTER SUNDAY

CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 2017 Sunday, 16 April • 11.00am to 2.00pm • The Elizabeth Suite Ballroom $128.00+ Member • $58.00+ Member Child* $138.00+ Guest • $68.00+ Guest Child* Prices include free-flow of Piper Heidsieck Brut, house red & white wines and soft drinks.

Non-Alcohol

$68.00+ Member • $78.00+ Guest Early Bird Promotion

$108.00+ Member • $118.00+ Guest (Promotion ends 31 March 2017)

Starters Cold Cuts, Smoked Salmon Platter, Smoked Duck Breast with Peach, Smoked Pork with Apricot, Country Pate, Lemon Wedge, Cappers and Branston Pickle

Salads Spinach Mushroom and Egg Salad, Asparagus Orange and Fennel Salad, Carrot Raisin Bunny Salad, Tomato and Cheese Salad, Turkey and Waldrof Salad, Glazed Pumpkin with Sunflower, Ham Cheese and Pasta Salad, Anti Pesto

Artisan Greens

Cucumber, Onions, Tomatoes, Carrots, Olives, Balsamic, Ranch and Blue Cheese Dressing

Soup of The Day

Easter Carrot Soup, Assorted Bread, Sour Dough and Whole Grain, Hot Cross Bun

Iced Shellfish

Oysters, Baby Lobster, Mussels, Poached Prawn, White Clams, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon, Tabasco and Shallot Mignonette

Live Carving Station

Roast Beef, Easter Ham, Turkey, Gravy, Roast Potatoes and Buttered Vegetables

Imported Cheese Station Cheddar Cheese, Blue Cheese, Brie Cheese and Raclette Cheese Chornichons, Sweet Paprika, Boiled Potatoes, Grapes, Dried Fruits and Crackers

Main Buffet Chaffing Pot Slow Braised Lamb Leg with Root Vegetable, Baked Fillet Barramundi with Langoustine Sauce, Pan Seared Duck Breast with Red Cabbage, Potato Dauphinoise, Chinese-style Braised Pork Belly, Pulao Rice , Indian Butter Chicken, Prawn Goa Curry, Palak Paneer

Signature Pie

Chicken and Leek Pie and Shepherds Pie

Dessert Temptations Selection of Chocolate, Vanilla & Strawberry Ice Cream With Raspberry, Chocolate and Chocolate Rice Topping Selection of Bread and Butter Pudding with Custard Sauce, Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch sauce Selection of Mini Shoots Glass mousse and French Pastries, Assorted Cake, Tartlet and assorted Fresh-cut Fruits.

Chef Omelettes and Pasta made to order Station Chopped Bacon, Cheese, Diced Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Diced Shrimp and Crabs

Pasta Choice includes: Fettuccine, Penne and Linguini with Simmer Tomato Gravy or Alfredo Sauce

Complimentary Easter Eggs for all *12 years old and below **Minimum of 50 registered persons is required for the Brunch to commence.

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BLACK COW PURE MILK VODKA TASTING Friday, 21 April • 6.30pm to 10.30pm • Windsor Arms

Situated on England’s West Dorset coast, the world’s only Pure Milk Vodka™ is made entirely from the milk of grass grazed cows and nothing else. Fresh whole milk makes an exceptionally smooth vodka with a unique creamy character.

Pure Milk Vodka™ is the invention of West Dorset dairy farmer Jason Barber. His inspiration came from a desire to diversify the produce from his 250-strong dairy herd and his deep personal interest in vodka.

The milk is separated into curds and whey. The curds are used to make cheese, the whey is fermented into a beer using a special yeast that converts the milk sugar into alcohol. This milk beer is then distilled and treated to their secret blending process. The vodka is then triple filtered and finished, before being hand-bottled.

Join us this April as we put together a Black Cow Pure Milk Vodka Tasting at the Windsor Arms.

Special Price for the Month of April: $108+ per Bottle (U.P. $148+) Available only at Windsor Arms

St. George’s Day Celebrations Sunday, 23 April • 3.00pm onwards • Windsor Arms

Fish Finger Buttie, Rocket, Tartar Sauce $12.00+ per order Lancashire Hot Pot $17.00+ per order Earl Grey Brûlée $10.00+ per order

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS’ WEEK

Monday to Friday, 24 to 28 April • Lunch only Windsor Arms Pamper the palates of your administrative professionals on this special occasion. Turn the tables and schedule them in for a well-deserved lunch at the Windsor Arms.

2-Course Set Lunch

@ $19.50+ per person Soup and Salad Bar with Choice of Mains: Roast Chicken Breast, Mashed Potato, Tarragon Mushroom Gravy Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pudding with all the Trimmings Slow Cooked Pork Belly, Roasted Apple, Sage, Mash, Cider Gravy Sautéed Local Mushrooms & Spinach, Baby Potatoes, Poached Egg, Parmesan Cheese All diners will get a door gift (First-come-first-served).

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

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VARIETY MASTERCHEF

featuring a cooking demonstration by Celebrity Chefs Stephan Zoisl and Christophe Grilo

Saturday, 22 April 2017 7.00pm - Registration opens • 7.45pm - Programme commences Join us for an exciting evening featuring not one but two celebrity Chefs – Stephan Zoisl of Chef’s Table and Christophe Grilo of Bakery Artisan Original. Catch them at a one night only exclusive dinner as they showcase some of their awesome recipes with a cooking demonstration featuring an appetiser, main course and dessert that will surely whet your appetite! It’s going to be one for the books!

Light Sourdough Bread and Confit Sea Salt Brioche ***** Sicilian Gambero Rosso Prawn Ceviche Globe artichoke 2 ways, parsley sauce, prawn stock reduction red veined sorrel

Noblesse Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley, Chile ***** Duo of Beef

Chef Stephan

Medium roast tenderloin & 48-hours braised beef cheek, king oyster mushroom, caramelised onion crème, nasturtium leaves, leek ash

Chef Christophe

Noblesse Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley, Chile ***** Crispy Chocolate, Coffee, Orange & Mascarpone

$150.00+ Member • $175.00+ Guest

Ticket price includes a 3-course dinner with wines

BOOK EARLY AS SEATS ARE LIMITED! Email banquetsales@britishclub.org.sg to make a reservation.

About Variety - the Children’s Charity: Variety - the Children’s Charity was founded in the entertainment industry, but its heart is in the community where it serves to empower children in need. Today, Variety - the Children’s Charity is dedicated to improving the lives of children around the world with 43 Tents (Chapters) in 13 countries that have raised over US$1.7 billion.

Information is correct at time of print/publishing. Photos taken during the event may be used in the Club’s collaterals and press releases.

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All prices quoted are inclusive of prevailing goods & services tax.

Herdade São Miguel WINE & GOURMET DINNER (Portuguese) Friday, 28 April

$98.00+ per Member • $108.00+ per Guest Portuguese wine is the result of traditions introduced to the region by ancient civilizations, such as the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, and mostly the Romans. Portugal started to export its wines to Rome during the Roman Empire. Portugal has a big variety of local kinds, producing a very wide variety of different wines with distinctive personality.

Herdade São Miguel Winery Sao Miguel Wines - Casa Agrícola Alexandre Relvas is one of the main wine companies from Alentejo, the land of cork. Managing 350 hectares of vineyards and producing 3 million bottles per year. Alentejo is best known by its extremely differentiated climate, its unique, natural beauty and the purity of its inhabitants. The region covers about a third of Portugal, and winemakers in the remaining two-thirds can often be heard complaining about the popularity of Alentejo wines.

We are happy to have Mr Rui Cunha with us this month to share with us their wines. Rui has been involved with his family wine growing farm activities since at a young age and had the opportunity to join a Portuguese winery in 2005.

Special Take-Away Prices Available Only On The Evening

Description

U.P.$

$25.00

$35.00

Herdade Sao Miguel Colheita Seleccionada, $27.50 IG Alentejano, Portugal

$37.90

Herdade da Pimenta Preta, IG Alentejano, $25.00 Portugal

$35.00

Herdade da Pimenta Single Estate, IG Alentejano, Portugal

$32.00

$43.50

Herdade da Pimenta Grande Escolha, Portugal

$49.90

$68.00

RIONDO ESTATE

WINE & GOURMET DINNER 24 February 2017

Herdade da Pimenta Branca, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal Grape Varietals: Antao Vaz, Arinto, Encruzado

***** Roasted Bone Marrow, Parsley, Anchovy, Mace, Pickled Vegetables Herdade da Pimenta Branca, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal Grape Varietals: Antao Vaz, Arinto, Encruzado

***** Miso Mushroom Soup Herdade Sao Miguel Colheita Seleccionada, IG Alentejano, Portugal Grape Varietals: Antão Vaz (50%), Verdelho (35%) and Viognier (15%)

***** 72-Hours Slow-cooked Short Rib of Angus, Smoked Anchovy and Onion Puree, Ox Tongue Herdade da Pimenta Preta, IG Alentejano, Portugal Grape Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon and Trincadeira.

***** Herdade da Pimenta Single Estate, IG Alentejano, Portugal Grape Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional

Special Take-Away Price

Herdade da Pimenta Branca, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal

Aperitif

Herdade da Pimenta Grande Escolha, Portugal Grape Varietals: Syrah, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional

***** Baked Stuffed Granny Smith Apple, Mascarpone Ice-cream Freshly brewed Premium Coffee or Selection of English Teas

Reservations required.

To book, please call 6410 1108 or email mountbattenrsvn@britishclub.org.sg

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LABOUR DAY BUFFET LUNCH

VESAK DAY BUFFET LUNCH

Treat yourself on this day off to a special buffet spread.

Fill your bellies this Vesak Day with our choice of delicious yummies!

Saturday, 1 May • 12.00pm to 2.30pm Verandah Café

$38.00+ Adult • $16.00+ Child (3 to 12 years of age)

Wednesday, 10 May • 12.00pm to 2.30pm Verandah Café

$38.00+ Adult • $16.00+ Child (3 to 12 years of age)

Relaxing Back Massage 30’ and Body Scrub at ONLY $98.00 *Promo valid all through March & April 2017, not valid with other ongoing promotions, discounts or vouchers.

Please call (65) 6410 1154 or email contact@chinoisspa.com.sg for reservations or enquiries.

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

Photos are for illustration purposes only and are subject to change.

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The Mountbatten Room • 12.00pm to 2.30pm 3-Course Sunday Lunch All mothers get to enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to start the afternoon right!

$50.00+ Adult $25.00+ Child (7 to 12 years of age) $88.00+ Adult

(free flow of sparkling and house red or white wines) Reservations required.

To book, please call 6410 1108 or email mountbattenrsvn@britishclub.org.sg Windsor Arms • 12.00pm to 2.30pm Semi-Buffet Lunch An extensive selection of starters and desserts from the buffet and your choice of main course direct from the kitchen.

$45.00+ per Adult $20.00+ per Child (3 to 12 years of age) $75.00+ per Adult

(free flow of sparkling and house red or white wines) Verandah Café • 12.00pm to 2.30pm International Buffet Lunch Menu featuring….

chilled cooked seafood on ice, oysters, prawns, mussels, live roast carving station, goat cheese, beetroot & baby spinach salad, smoked salmon, cured meat platter, grilled beef fillet with mushroom stew, salmon fillet, lamb hot-pot, Asian specialities, North Indian selection and children’s buffet.

$38.00+ per Adult $16.00+ per Child (3 to 12 years of age)

For more information, please email fb@britishclub.org.sg • All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes.

Photos are for illustration purposes only and are subject to change.

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GLADSTONE ESTATE WINE & GOURMET DINNER (New Zealand) Friday, 19 May

$98.00+ per Member • $108.00+ per Guest We are very happy to have Christine Kernohan, Owner and Chief Winemaker of Gladstone Vineyard with us this month. Christine is the Chief Winemaker, involved in all stages of winemaking, and manages the businesses of Gladstone Vineyard. Established in 1986, Gladstone Vineyard was the first of a cluster of boutique wineries established on the old riverbed of the Ruamahanga River at Gladstone, east of Carterton in the Wairarapa.

As one of the only three Scottish women winemakers in the world, Christine ‘fell’ into the wine industry after a happenstance visit to Gladstone Vineyard with her husband, David one spring weekend in 1995. In February 1996, Christine and David Kernohan took over the vineyard. Both born in Glasgow, Scotland, they immigrated to New Zealand in the late 1970s with their young daughters Lyn and Gail. Christine took on the dual roles of Managing Director and trainee winemaker while David continued his role at the School of Architecture in Wellington, alongside weekend wine sales and quality control at the vineyard.

Christine is currently a board member of the NZ Wine Growers Board, and a member of the Marketing Committee. She was also a past Chairman of Wairarapa Wines and Wellington Regional Winegrowers Association. She was a speaker at Altaya’s Passion for Pinot event, Hong Kong in 2012.

Aperitif 12,000 Miles Sauvignon Blanc, Wairarapa, New Zealand *****

Special Take-Away Prices Available Only On The Evening

Tomato Tart, Parmesan Biscuit, Avocado, Chorizo Gladstone Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Wairarapa, New Zealand ***** Duck Tortellini, Roasted Cauliflower, Cauliflower Puree, Parsley Oil 12,000 Miles Pinot Gris, Wairarapa, New Zealand ***** Red Emperor Fillet, Chorizo, Chick Peas and Coriander 12,000 Miles Pinot Noir, Wairarapa, New Zealand ***** Stuffed Milk-Fed Veal Cutlet, Morel Mushroom Sauce, Sautéed Potatoes, Asparagus Gladstone Vineyard Pinot Noir, Wairarapa, New Zealand *****

Description

12,000 Miles Sauvignon Blanc, Wairarapa, New Zealand

Special Take-Away Price

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$42.00

$55.00

Gladstone Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, $42.50 Wairarapa, New Zealand

$56.50

12,000 Miles Pinot Gris, Wairarapa, New Zealand

$43.50

$58.50

12,000 Miles Pinot Noir, Wairarapa, New Zealand

$48.00

$63.50

Gladstone Vineyard Pinot Noir, Wairarapa, New Zealand

$58.00

$78.00

Granny Smith Apple and Almond Tart, Vanilla Cream, Vanilla Bean Ice-cream Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee or Selection of English Teas

Reservations required.

To book, please call 6410 1108 or email mountbattenrsvn@britishclub.org.sg In partnership with

All prices quoted are inclusive of prevailing goods & services tax.

44 ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

ONGOING ACTIVITIES

BINGO NIGHTS

FOR TEENS

Teen Committee For enquiries email cassiewong@britishclub.org.sg

FOR ADULTS

Mahjong Every Monday • 10.00am – 12.00pm & Thursdays, 8.00pm Windsor Terrace Craft Ladies Every Tuesday • 10.00am – 3.00pm with a lunch break Club Balut Every 2nd Tuesday of the month • 8.00pm onwards Windsor Terrace Chinese Brush Painting Classes Every Friday: 9.00am – 11.00am Pub Quiz Nights Wednesdays, 12 & 26 April • 8.00pm onwards Windsor Arms Bingo Nights Tuesdays, 4 & 18 April • 8.00pm onwards Windsor Arms Saturday Night Draw Every Saturday night at Windsor Arms: 9.00pm & 10.00pm Bridge Every Wednesday • 7.00pm – 10.00pm Book Club Bi-Monthly • 8.00pm – 9.00pm • Next Session: 16 May 2017

ACTIVITIES CONTACTS

Tuesdays, 4 & 18 April, Windsor Arms

It is going to be BINGO FUN! So bring your friends and get ready to shout

BINGO!

THE PRIZE SNOWBALLS AFTER EACH SESSION.

QUIZ NIGHTS

Wednesdays, 12 & 26 April, 8.00pm • Windsor Arms Pit your wits against other teams over five rounds of quizzes.

In addition to weekly prizes, teams will accumulate points on a per season basis. The team with the most points at the end of the season wins a Grand Prize!

Watch this space!

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING: Yap Sin Guan Tel: 9666 8994 BALUT: David Quinn

Tel: 6410 1100

BRIDGE GROUP: Rajesh Chhabara

Tel: 9008 7095

MUSIC SECTION: Andy Sullivan Email: andysullivan9@gmail.com

Tel: 8268 8252

CRAFT LADIES: Maggie Ashman

Tel: 8606 1120

MAHJONG: Fiona Corbett

Tel: 9841 9058

BOOK CLUB

Tel: 6410 1100

PITTER CHATTER: Jenny English Email: jennyenglish81@yahoo.co.uk

Tel: 6410 1100

Email: quinndj@singnet.com.sg Email: rajesh.chhabara@csrworks.com

Email: ashman.mp@gmail.com

Email: Corbett.fiona83@gmail.com

Angela Ryan Email: angela.ryan@hotmail.co.uk Martin White Email: martinwhite2@gmail.com

Participation fee (for charity): Minimum $5.00 per participant

PITTER CHATTER

PARENTS AND TODDLERS GROUP

Every Thursday • 10.00am to 11.30am • Activity Hub Our very own playgroup for you to meet other parents in the Club to share ideas and experiences, and for you and your little bub to make new friends! Join us every Thursday for a fun social gathering to relax and unwind while the little ones play. Grandparents and friends are welcome too!

The Pitter Chatter group is currently looking for more coordinators to take the helm! If you’d like to volunteer for the position, drop an email to activities@britishclub.org.sg or call 6410 1100.

SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT AT THE VERANDAH CAFÉ Every Sunday

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING Every Friday • 9.00am to 11.30am

The British Club welcomes you to join one of the longest running activities (since 1985) held at the Club - Chinese Brush Painting sessions. An ancient art form that allows you to express your individuality through its delicate strokes filled with history and meaning.

Drop in for a trial class and have a chat with the very friendly and skillful instructor, Mr Yap, today!

$180.00+ per Member $200.00+ per Guest

Sunday is family time at The British Club! Spend your Sunday with us as we put out entertainment and candy floss for the children whilst parents can enjoy a scrumptious buffet lunch at the Verandah Café. But that’s not all! If the sun is out, then so is our bouncy castle by the pool from 2.00pm to 4.00pm!

Our balloonist will be making special balloon sculptures from 1.00pm to 2.30pm. Fret not if your child is unable to have his/her balloon made, she’ll be back next week!

Join us from 12.30pm – 4.00pm for some non-stop fun!

for 4 sessions a month THE BRITISH CLUB

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

All prices quoted are subject to prevailing taxes. • Photos taken during events at the Club may be used in Club’s collaterals.

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AN EASTER STORY

CUTIE & THE FEAST Sunday, 2 April • 4.00pm to 5.00pm

With 4 days until Easter, Cutie the bunny wants to make Easter super special for his family – they are bored of carrots so he reads an article in The Bunny Times about a place where the best foods are kept. Cutie tells his family he will be back with a feast!

Get into the spirit of Easter with Evolve Arts as they bring to you the tale of Cutie the bunny and his Easter-adventure.

For ages 2 & above (open to the young ones and young once!)

$30.00+ Member • $35.00+ Guest

*Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price

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LITTLE CHEF EASTER SPECIAL

FLOWER POT CHOCOLATE CHIP BROWNIES Saturday, 8 April • 10.00am to 11.30am • Verandah Terrace Celebrate an early Easter with these mini pots of yummy goodness!

$20.00+ Member • $25.00+ Guest

*Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price.

Photos are for illustration purposes only

EASTER CAMP 2017

Tuesday & Wednesday, 11 & 12 April • 10.00am to 2.00pm (Snacks provided) Unsure what to do or where to go this Easter school break? Fret not, we’ve got a series of exciting activities lined up just for you.

From cooking sessions to fancy crafts & experiments, we’ll definitely keep the young ones occupied!

Suitable for children aged 6 – 12.

$140.00+ Member Child for 2 days $180.00+ Guest Child for 2 days

*Minimum of 6 children required for camp to commence **Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing taxes. • Photos taken during events at the Club may be used in Club’s collaterals.

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COMEDY NIGHT

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Good Laugh

Have a at our regular Comedy Night featuring international comedians.

Scott Mitchell (Host)

Phil Kay

David Alfie Ward

Aidan Killean

Thursday, 13 April • 8.30pm • Windsor Arms

Ticket Prices (Show Only): $40.00+ Member • $50.00+ Guest Minimum Age: 18 years old Free Seating • Regular Dinner Menu available from 6.30pm Cancellations made less than a week before the event will be billed the full price.

(Show may contain coarse language and sexual references.)

CREATIVE DRAMA WORKSHOP Saturday, 22 April • 10.00am to 12.00pm • Elizabeth Suite

Develop your child’s creativity, confidence, and communication skills through the use of literature and popular books, role play and vocal games. Thespians or not, children learn to cooperate, collaborate and communicate, as well as perfecting analytical thinking – all this while having huge fun with their peers!

Minimum of 6 children required for workshop to commence

$45.00+ Member • $50.00+ Guest

*Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price.

SCRATCHJR: TINKER WITH CODE

Sundays 23, 30 April, & 7, 14, 21 May • 10.00am to 11.30am • Treetops Lounge For the post-iPad generation, this ScratchJr course introduces coding concepts to the young imaginative minds. ScratchJr is an iPad app that teaches blocks-based programming, developed in collaboration with the MIT Media Lab. Students learn programming concepts starting with basic commands including moving sprites forward and turning left/right, then building their own fun stories and characters through sequences, loops, and conditionals. Students are encouraged to construct creative animated games and detail to the steps to bring their imagination to reality.

Suitable for ages 5 – 7

$425.00 per Child for 5 sessions

*Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price.

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing taxes. • Photos taken during events at the Club may be used in Club’s collaterals.

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SPECIAL ARTS & CRAFTS

Sundays, 23 & 30 April • 1.00pm to 3.00pm • Activity Hub Join our Easter Series of Arts & Crafts as we learn how to create art with everyday items like q-tips and colourful string!

$15.00+ Member Child • $20.00+ Guest Child

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS

THE BFG

Friday, 28 April • 7.00pm to 9.30pm • Treetops Terrace (Buffet opens at 7.00pm. Movie commences at 7.45pm)

Cosy up with us at the rooftop as we put on The BFG – complete with a snack buffet, soft drinks, and of course, popcorn!

Subject to inclement weather

$25.00+ Adult • $15.00+ Child

Movie age rating: PG

FAMILY QUIZ SEASON 2 5, 12, 19, 26 May • 6.00pm • Verandah Café

Gather the troops and add a splash of good fun and friendly competition to your Friday evenings! We’ve prepared plenty of prizes up for grabs including a 3D2N Resort stay for 2 Adults & 2 Children at the luxurious Club Med Bintan Island, Indonesia, for the season’s overall winner!

An hour is all you need! Drop by and check it out for yourselves as every week will be a new craft experience picked out of our Magic Box. Suitable for ages 4 – 8.

$15.00+ per session $50.00+ per month (4 sessions)

For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing taxes. • Photos taken during events at the Club may be used in Club’s collaterals.

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50 SPORTS & FITNESS

SPORTS CONVENORS

SPORTS CHAIRMAN Steve Settle sportschairman@britishclub.org.sg GOLF SECTION Nic Merrow Smith golf@britishclub.org.sg

SQUASH SECTION Craig Telmer/Andrew Vine squash@britishclub.org.sg TENNIS SECTION Christian Bittar tennismen@britishclub.org.sg CRICKET SECTION Matthew White cricket@britishclub.org.sg

SWIMMING SECTION Victoria Morris/Helen Tynan swimming@britishclub.org.sg FOOTBALL SECTION James Morris football@britishclub.org.sg SCUBA SECTION SRC scuba@britishclub.org.sg

TAEKWONDO SECTION Adam Slater taekwondo@britishclub.org.sg

RUGBY SECTION Duncan McGilligan rugby@britishclub.org.sg Monday

Tuesday

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Men Social Tennis Ladies Social Tennis Pilates Yoga Running Clinic Aqua Boot Camp Family Zumba

Tinytots Soccer @ Squash Court Social Squash Muay Thai Kickboxing Aqua Bike Senior Fitness Class Water Aerobics Yoga Aqua Running Hip Hop Dance

Social Squash Pilates Boot Camp Junior Fitness Class Senior Fitness Class

Pilates Yoga Aqua Box Fit Mixed Social Tennis Children Ballet Salsa Dance Boot Camp

Karate Kids @ Studio Taekwondo @ Studio Football Matches @Turf City Social Squash Cricket @Turf City Rugby @Swiss Club Children Ballet Class Tinytots Soccer @ Squash Court Spa & Pilates Package Yoga

• Tinytots Soccer @ Squash Court • Tennis Teen Social • Junior Fitness Class

THE BRITISH CLUB

SPORT & FITNESS CLASSES Pilates*

Instructor: Bob

Monday, Thursday & Friday • 8.30pm to 9.30pm Fee: $20.00 per session* Spa & Pilates Package | Saturday • 8.30am to 9.30am 1 Session Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $128.00+ 3 Sessions Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $348.00+ 5 Sessions Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $528.00+ Yoga Class**

Instructor: Paulina Buck

Monday & Wednesday • 9.30am to 11.00am Friday • 9.30am to 10.30am | Saturday • 10.30am to 12.00pm Running Clinic**

Fee: $20.00 per session* Instructor: Kevin Leong

Every Monday & Wednesday • 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Fee: $20.00 per session*

(cost include dinner after the run at Scores)

Family Zumba Class**

Instructor: Sas Thayalan

Every Monday • 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Fee: $30.00 per session* (cost include spaghetti and a drink after the class)

Muay Thai Kickboxing

Instructor: Eric Shia

Tuesday • 10.15am to 11.30 am | 6.00pm to 7.15pm (Introduction) $50 per session* Tuesday • 9.00am to 10.15am | 7.15pm to 8.30pm (Advanced) $160.00 per month*(6 sessions) Water Aerobics**

Instructor: Ismail

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Wednesday • 10.00am to 11.00am Aqua Box Fit**

Instructor: Ismail

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Friday • 10.00am to 11.00am Aqua Bike**

Instructor: Kristel Heather

Every Tuesday • 1st session – 8.30am to 9.30am | 2nd session – 10.00am to 11.00am Fees: $45.00 + per person* (1 session) • $170+ monthly package Should there be 5 weeks per month, package will be at $212.50+ Aqua Running**

Instructor: Kevin Leong

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Wednesday • 9.00am to 10.00am Aqua Boot Camp**

Instructor: Vanan

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Monday • 10.00am to 11.00am Boot Camp**

Instructor: Rohaizad

Fee: $30.00 per session*

Thursday & Friday • 7.00pm to 8.00pm Hip Hop Class**

Instructor: Sas Thayalan

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Wednesday • 7.00pm to 8.00pm Salsa Class**

Instructor: Richard Little

Fee: $20.00 per session*

Friday • 8.30pm to 9.30pm Step-by-step Senior Fitness Class

Fee: $40.00 per session*

Every Tuesdays & Thursdays • 3.00pm to 4.00pm Tinytots Soccer

Instructor: Adam

Tuesday • 10.00am to 11.00am (1.5 – 3 years old) | 11.00am to 12.00pm (3 – 4 years old) Saturday • 9.30am to 10.30am (1.5 – 3 years old) | 10.30am to 11.30am (3 – 4 years old) | 11.30am to 12.30pm (4 – 6 years old) Sunday • 9.30am to 10.30am (1.5 to 3 years old) | 11.30am to 12.30pm (9 – 10 years old) | 12.45pm to 1.45pm (11 – 14 years old) Fee: $30.00 per session* Children Ballet Classes**

Friday • 4.00pm to 5.00pm (3 – 5 years old) | 5.00pm to 6.00pm (6 – 8 years old) Saturday • 10.30am to 11.30am (6 – 8 years old) | 11.30am to 12.30pm (9 – 10 years old) | 12.45pm to 1.45pm (11 – 14 years old) Fees: $31.00 per session* Junior Fitness Group Coaching

Thursday • 4.00pm to 5.00pm (8 – 11 years old) | 5.00pm to 6.00pm (12 – 16 years old) Sunday • 10.00am to 11.00am (8 – 11 years old) | 11.00am to 12.00pm (12 – 16 years old) Fees: $30.00 per session* NOTE: Members are advised to book one week in advance to secure a slot for each class. * Fee is exclusive of 7% GST • ** $20.00+ will be charged for no-show

For bookings, please contact the Sports Department at 6410 1173 or email sports@britishclub.org.sg

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SPORTS & FITNESS 51 FOOTBALL:

FOOTBALL REPORT

By James Morris

The 2016-2017 first team season is on course for a nail-biting finish with Mark Saurin’s squad currently sitting top of the league with five games to go. The last time the Club won the Equatorial Football League was back in 2007 when Antony Litherland led the charge. Club legends John Ray, Bill Morgan, Andrew Marshall, John Rennie, Guy Mason, Stephen Mangham and Bill Palmer were all part of that championship winning squad. How time flies, however, one thing for sure that does not change is how the Football Section continues to be a vibrant, fun and most enjoyable part of The British Club.

It is not just about the first team and winning matches – far from it. Keeping fit and well hydrated, as well as the social side and having banter with people from all walks of life is at the core of the Football Section (we do have some characters). Playing a game with the right shaped ball is also a massive draw to Football.

Title-chasing 1st XI before their 4-3 win over rivals Rampant Casuals

We also have two competitive Vets team captained by Nick Challoner, Paul McNamara and Bill Palmer/Steve Clark who continue to plot the downfall of many an opposition for the second team (tacticians in their own minds!).

Back to the last 10 years, well I thought I would share some of my British Club Football ‘Magic Moments’ and what makes playing Football so enjoyable. So in no specific order: • The North v South intersection game played at the National Stadium in 2009. The score was 2-2 after extra time with the South winning

on penalties. Despite the result going the wrong way, it was a top night. Not many of us can say we have played in front of 60,000 empty seats!

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Talking of North v South, I do love the stats that the North are winning the series 7-to-5. Next game is on the Marina Bay floating platform on Tuesday, 18 April. Kick-off is at 7.15pm and is set to be a real humdinger.

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The British Club Football tours wherever we go. Who will forget Grant Hall’s cold in Ho Chi Minh (2014), Sparticus in Phuket (2008), Candy in Phnom Penh (2010), Mr. Bump in Bali (2012) and the surf dudes also in Bali...It goes without saying there is a lot that is forgotten on tour and I am sure that will be the case when the touring team visits Phnom Penh again at the end of March to lock horns with Bayonne Wanderers.

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Post-match beers at Scores. This has become very much a part of the Football Section ritual - long let it continue.

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Midweek matches at the Padang beating the SCC and a few beers with team mates and friends at Stumps Bar. A sort of theme running here.

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4.15pm on Saturdays - pre-match brew, kit bag ready, vat of water and boots polished.

So there is plenty to look forward to. If you are not currently playing Football and want to join our section do get in touch and we shall get you involved. We have fixtures all the year round and we are always looking for new members to join to bolster the squads.

The next report will include insights from our first team skipper (Mark Saurin) and hopefully an update on the1st XI’s charge to the title.

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52 SPORTS & FITNESS GOLF:

GOLF SECTION HAPPENINGS By Dick Burton Later this month we are holding our first ‘inter-sectional’ Golf Tournament, an event that’s open to the entire membership. We will play a ‘Scramble’ format where each team comprises a flight of 4 (or 3) players with each player playing his or her own ball. After the players have driven off, the team selects one of the tee shots and all players then play their next shot from where the selected ball has come to rest. This continues until someone holes out and that score is counted for the team score on the hole. This format is fun, particularly if you are a casual golfer who enjoys a birdie opportunity. Come and join us for this relaxing day trip to Tering Bay Golf & Country Club in Batam. Sign up either as a team or individual golfer and we will do the rest.

Our 2017 Golf Tour will be to Phuket in June. We have chosen Laguna as our base and encourage those keen to play on Phuket’s world-class courses to join us and bring their families to enjoy the relaxing resort living. If you are keen, please indicate your intentions early so that we can block appropriate accommodation and consider the program of seasonal non-golfing activities.

February Stableford at Keppel Club and Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club.

Fourteen golfers participated in the February Stableford as we enjoyed wonderful spring weather. Kenny Cowgill and new member Greg Atack took the Honours and booked their places in our year end Champion of Champions event at The Els Club.

Golfers on the first tee at Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club.

Greg Atack with a gross 84, picks up the champion’s prize

Results British Club Stableford, Keppel Club Winner: Kenny Cowgill, 35 points Runner-up: Nic Merrow-Smith, 33 points Nearest the Pin, Hole #6: Bill Christie Nearest the Pin, Hole #16: Fred Lee

British Club Stableford, Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club Winner: Greg Atack, 41 points Runner-up: Ashley Morris, 34 points Nearest the Pin, Hole #8: Mike Humphrey Nearest the Pin, Hole #17: Greg Atack

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More Smiles at Keppel Club as Fred Lee collects his prize.

Keppel Club champion Kenny Cowgill, dons a big smile.

Up and Coming Events Event: Inter-Sectional Game Venue: Tering Bay Golf & Country Club Date: Monday, 10 April (Morning Tee-off) Event: Spring Challenge Cup Venue: Bintan Lagoon Golf Club Date: Saturday, 22 April (Morning Tee-off) For more details about these and details of our other fixtures for 2017, please contact Wan Lay Chi at wanlaychi@britishclub. org.sg

SPORTS & FITNESS 53 SQUASH:

DEMOCRACY IN ACTION By Andrew Vine The Squash Section’s two main annual tournaments are the Club Championship and the Handicap Tournament.

The great thing, of course, about the handicap competition is that anyone, in theory, is in with a chance. And so with the usual enthusiasm the tournament got underway late last year with Charlie Thomas hoping to defend his crown. After two rounds (the wise ones having exited left to the Plate competition) the final four were Charlie Thomas (having beaten Craig Telmer and Andrew Marshall) vs Showbhik Kalra (who beat James Pickles and James Bauly) in the top half, and Matt Gyde (conqueror of Ernest Tan and number 2 seed Simon Bird) vs Evann Tan (who put away Damien Glendinning and number 3 seed Ben Carpenter). The semi finals saw convincing wins by Charlie and Evann, and the stage was set for the big showdown - would the 15 year old wonder-boy be the one to seize the trophy?

On finals afternoon, we started with the plate. That final saw Liam Douglas pitted against Nick Fell. Liam came out firing on all cylinders quickly leading 2-0. Nick looked a little ruffled and found the form to pull back one game, but Liam, with youth and a few handicap points on his side, was looking to be the winner and that’s how it ended.

Mr Squash & The Future of Squash

Plate Finalists, Nick & Liam

The main match of the afternoon was all about great expectations. Evann has been steadily improving and is now part of the Singapore national junior squad. Charlie, almost 30 years his senior, had to take this challenge very seriously - not only was he fighting youth, he was also giving a massive 12 points to his rival, which left him needing more than twice as many points to win each game. The first two games went to Evann 11-4, 11-6. Surely this was his match! Not so fast, said Charlie! He dug deep into his box of tricks, fought back from behind to take game three 11-9 and the fourth 11-8. Had momentum swung in Charlie’s favour? The final game was the best of the lot. Evann’s handicap advantage was extinguished at 3-3, and that seemed to be it for the youngster, but the game was then neck-and-neck right up to 10-10 until, with a final burst of effort and concentration, Charlie won 13-11.

Evann’s challenge was brave and spirited, but congratulations go to a true competitor and now 10-times winner of this competition.

Well played, Charlie.

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SPORTS & FITNESS 55 RUGBY:

PLAYER IN THE SPOTLIGHT

By Simon Goodman

“You can watch Rugby, you can coach rugby, you can talk about rugby and you can read about rugby – but nothing can beat playing rugby. My advice to anyone who enjoys the game is to play it as long as you can, because you’re a long time retired and you don’t appreciate how good it is until you can’t do it anymore.”

Jim Renwick (52 caps for Scotland, 1972 - 1984)

The team at the trophy ceremony winners of the Vets Plate

“P.I.A.P.D.” Nick O’Brien (5 caps for the British Club, 2016 - present)

Why did you decide to make a comeback?

I played rugby all through my school days, but once I left, I always regretted not finding a club and continuing to play. In the last few years I had encouraged my 15-year-old daughter to play touch and would regularly go and help and support her training and matches. When I heard the Club was starting a Rugby Section it was a now or never moment, and signed up immediately.

How difficult was it?

I’m approaching my 50s, and if it wasn’t now it would never be. My last competitive full-contact match was in 1986 – 31 years ago! The hardest part is one of the main reasons for joining – fitness. The training sessions consist of a healthy dose of shuttle runs, pad work, sprints with some skills thrown in. It’s hard work! On Saturdays we play sessions of touch and Fijian touch before collapsing back to the bar in Scores!

Thursdays is for contact training.

On training and touring One of my biggest concerns was wondering what it feels like to take a hit after so many years. Once I landed on my back a few times, wondering whether I was able to stand, it all comes back and the spirit takes over. The Section entered the Bali 10s last year after we had only been up and running a few months. Standing on the pitch before the whistle blows on a competitive match was a big mix of emotions, but again, when the ball is in play I forgot the worries and threw myself into it. I am proud to say that I was part of that team; fantastic camaraderie, like minded teammates, and support at every corner. And we came away as winners of the Vets Plate! An amazing achievement.

What happens after the games when you’re on tour?

It stays on tour!

How does it feel having done it?

One of the best decisions I’ve ever made! It’s a mix of playing, fitness, social and family fun. I would encourage anyone, of any age (I am by no means the oldest!) to come and join in, you will not regret it.

So what’s next?

As a section we have started discussing the next tour, the Jakarta 10s. We are planning a number of social events: the Sevens hits Singapore in April and we will have guests including the return of Dan Norton to give some training and insight, we will be holding a couple of events and dinners based around The Lions Tour with special guest speakers, and something around the Super 18 later in the year.

Me with the Vets Plate The touring team before the trophy first match

Me with the Vets Plate trophy

If you’re interested to learn more about the section, playing or social, please contact Wan Lay Chi at wanlaychi@sports@britishclub.org.sg SINGAPORE’S HILLTOP RETREAT

56 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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3 4 5 6 Dining Madness Mahjong Magic Box Mondays Sports: Men Social Tennis, Pilates, Yoga, Running Clinic, Aqua Boot Camp, Family Zumba, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Bingo Night Dining Madness Easter Camp 2017 Craft Ladies BYO Wine Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Social Squash, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Aqua Bike, Junior Easter Tennis camp, Senior Fitness

Champagne Day Dining Madness Easter Camp 2017 Bridge Sports: Water Aerobics, Yoga, Aqua Running, Hip Hop Dance, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Members Connect Night Champagne Day Dining Madness Mahjong Pitter Chatter Sports: Social Squash, Pilates, Bootcamp, Junior Fitness, Junior Easter Tennis camp, Senior Fitness

10 11 12 13 Mahjong Dining Madness Magic Box Mondays Sports: Men Social Tennis, Pilates, Yoga, Running Clinic, Aqua Boot Camp, Family Zumba, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Dining Madness BYO Wine Easter Camp 2017 Craft Ladies Balut Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Social Squash, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Aqua Bike, Junior Easter Tennis camp, Senior Fitness

Best of British Launch Pub Quiz Night Easter Camp 2017 Champagne Day Dining Madness Bridge Sports: Water Aerobics, Yoga, Aqua Running, Hip Hop Dance, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Champagne Day Dining Madness Bridge Sports: Junior Easter Tennis camp, Junior Fitness, Boot Camp, Squash Social, Pilates, Senior Fitness

17 18 19 20 Dining Madness Mahjong Magic Box Mondays Sports: Men Social Tennis, Pilates, Yoga, Running Clinic, Aqua Boot Camp, Family Zumba

Bingo Night Dining Madness BYO Wine Craft Ladies Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Social Squash, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Aqua Bike, ISCGT Golf Social 2017, Senior Fitness

Champagne Day Dining Madness Bridge Sports: Water Aerobics, Yoga, Aqua Running, Hip Hop Dance

Champagne Day Dining Madness Teen Committee Meeting Pitter Chatter Sports: Social Squash, Pilates, Bootcamp, Junior Fitness, Senior Fitness

24 25 26 27 Administrative Professionals’ Week Dining Madness Mahjong Magic Box Mondays Sports: Men Social Tennis, Pilates, Yoga, Running Clinic, Aqua Boot Camp, Family Zumba

Administrative Professionals’ Week Dining Madness BYO Wine Craft Ladies Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Social Squash, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Aqua Bike, Senior Fitness

Pub Quiz Night Administrative Professionals’ Week Champagne Day Dining Madness Bridge Sports: Water Aerobics, Yoga, Aqua Running, Hip Hop Dance

Please note: The information above is correct at time of printing and is subject to change without prior notice.

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Administrative Professionals’ Week Champagne Day Dining Madness Pitter Chatter Sports: Social Squash, Pilates, Bootcamp, Junior Fitness, Senior Fitness

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Labour Day Buffet Lunch Saturday, 1 May 2017

7 8 9 Vesak Day Buffet Lunch Friday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Chinese Brush Painting Sports: Pilates, Yoga, Aqua Box Fit, Mixed Social Tennis, Children Ballet, Salsa Dance, Boot Camp, Ladies Social Tennis, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Little Chef Easter Special: Flower Pot Chocolate Chip Muffins Saturday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Saturday Night Draw Sports: Karate Kids, Taekwondo, Football, Social Squash, Cricket, Rugby, Children Ballet, Tinytots Soccer, Yoga

4-Course Set Lunch @ The Mountbatten Room Sunday Semi-Buffet Lunch @ Windsor Arms Sunday Entertainment @ Verandah Café Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Tennis Teen Social, Junior Fitness

Wednesday, 10 May 2017

International Mother’s Day Sunday, 14 May 2017

Gladstone Estate Wine & Gourmet Dinner (New Zealand)

14 15 16 Friday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Good Friday Buffet Lunch @ Verandah Café Chinese Brush Painting Sports: Pilates, Yoga, Aqua Box Fit, Mixed Social Tennis, Children Ballet, Salsa Dance, Boot Camp, Ladies Social Tennis, Junior Easter Tennis camp

Saturday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Saturday Night Draw Children’s Arts & Crafts Sports: Karate Kids, Taekwondo, Football, Social Squash, Cricket, Rugby, Children Ballet, Tinytots Soccer, Yoga, Open Tennis Tournament

Easter Egg Craft & Treasure Hunt Easter Sunday Celebrations @ The Mountbatten Room, Windsor Arms & Verandah Café Sunday Entertainment @ Verandah Café Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Tennis Teen Social, Junior Fitness, Open Tennis Tournament

Friday, 19 May 2017

Public Holiday: Good Friday

21 22 23 Black Cow Pure Milk Vodka Tasting @ Windsor Arms Friday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Chinese Brush Painting Sports: Pilates, Yoga, Aqua Box Fit, Mixed Social Tennis, Children Ballet, Salsa Dance, Boot Camp, Ladies Social Tennis

Saturday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Special Arts & Crafts: TBA Saturday Night Draw Sports: Karate Kids, Taekwondo, Football, Social Squash, Cricket, Rugby, Children Ballet, Tinytots Soccer, Yoga, Open Tennis Tournament, Golf April Stableford

St. George’s Day Celebrations @ Windsor Arms 4-Course Set Lunch @ The Mountbatten Room Sunday Semi-Buffet Lunch @ Windsor Arms Creative Drama Workshop by Evolve Arts Sunday Entertainment @ Verandah Café Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Junior Fitness, Open Tennis Tournament

28 29 30 Herdade São Miguel Wine & Gourmet Dinner Friday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Administrative Professionals’ Week Movie Night Under The Stars: The BFG Chinese Brush Painting Sports: Pilates, Yoga, Aqua Box Fit, Mixed Social Tennis, Children Ballet, Salsa Dance, Boot Camp, Ladies Social Tennis

Saturday Night Live @ Windsor Arms Special Arts & Crafts: TBA Saturday Night Draw Sports: Karate Kids, Taekwondo, Football, Social Squash, Cricket, Rugby, Children Ballet, Tinytots Soccer, Yoga, Open Tennis Tournament

Sunday Seafood Champagne Brunch @ The Mountbatten Room Sunday Semi-Buffet Lunch @ Windsor Arms Robotics Workshop Sunday Entertainment @ Verandah Café Sports: Tinytots Soccer, Tennis Teen Social, Junior Fitness, Income Eco Run 2017, Open Tennis Tournament

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60 OPERATING HOURS OPERATING HOURS AT THE CLUB Reception in Main Lobby Daily: 8.00am to 11.00pm

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Administrative Office Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 6.15pm

Scores Sports Bar and Restaurant Bar: 8.00am to 11.00pm (Last order: 10.45pm) Restaurant: 11.30am to 11.00pm (Last food order: 10.15pm)

Food & Beverage Office (Banquet Sales & Events) Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 6.15pm

Splash Bar Monday to Thursday: 9.00am to 8.00pm Friday to Sunday and Public Holiday: 9.00am to 9.00pm

Membership Sales Monday to Sunday: 9.00am to 6.15pm Rabley Room & Library Daily: 8.00am to 11.00pm The Activity Hub (for 7 to 14 years old) Tuesday to Friday: 2.00pm to 7.00pm Saturday, Sunday, Eve of Public Holidays and Public Holidays: 9.00am to 9.00pm Closed on Mondays Treetops Terrace & Lounge Open during Club and private events.

Jackpot Room Monday to Sunday: 2.00pm to 10.00pm The Mountbatten Room is closed on Mondays Sunday, 12.00pm to 3.00pm, 6.00pm to 11.00pm Tuesday to Thursday 6.00pm to 11.00pm Pre-dinner drinks from 6.00pm Dinner commences at 6.30pm (last food order: 9.30pm) Friday and Saturday (Pre-dinner drinks from 6.00pm) 6.00pm to midnight Dinner commences at 6.30pm (last food order: 10.30pm) Windsor Arms Sunday to Thursday: 12.00pm to 11.00pm

Verandah Café / Verandah Terrace Monday to Sunday including Public Holiday: 9.00am to 10.30pm (last order for food and drink: 10.15pm)

Main Swimming and Children’s Pool Daily: 6.00am to 9.30pm Mike Gorrie Playcentre (for 2 to 7 years old) Monday to Wednesday: 9.00am to 7.00pm Thursday to Sunday: 9.00am to 9.00pm Video Games Room Daily: 9.00am to 10.30pm Windsor Shop Monday to Thursday: 11.00am to 10.00pm Friday to Sunday and Public Holiday: 10.00am to 10.00pm Sports Centre Information: Court Booking 6410 1173 6410 1173 Pro Shop Daily: 8.00am to 10.00pm Gymnasium Daily: 6.00am to 10.00pm 6410 1151 Chinois Spa Monday: Closed 6410 1154

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