The British Club June July 2018

MCI (P) 013/05/2016

JUNE/JULY 2018

www.britishclub.org.sg

COMMONWEALTH WINE GALA DINNER AND

COOKING DEMONSTRATION AND LUNCH with UK Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters

OFFICIAL CARRIER

COOKING DEMONSTRATION AND LUNCH CO-SPONSORED BY

CONTENTS President’s Message

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GM’s Message

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Club News Best of British Special The Fry Group Feature Member in the Spotlight

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BRITISH CONTACTS

Food & Beverage

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British Association of Singapore Website: www.britishassociation.org.sg Tel: 6339 8229

Activities & Events

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

Sports & Fitness

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Reciprocal Club Spotlight

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Sponsors & Advertising Media Kit

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

British Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) Email: info@britcham.org.sg Website: www.britcham.org.sg Tel: 6222 3552 The British Council Email: contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Website: www.britishcouncil.org.sg Tel: 6473 1111 Visit Britain Email: singapore@visitbritain.org Website: www.visitbritain.com/sg Tel: 800 852 3 549 (Toll Free) Singapore St. Andrew’s Society Elaine Young Email: Communications.ssas@gmail.com Website: www.standrewssociety.org.sg Tel: 9154 0521 St. David’s Society of Singapore Nia Jones Email: williams.nia@gmail.com Website: www.stdavidsingapore.com Tel: 9634 4570

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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

73 Bukit Tinggi Road Singapore 289761 Tel: 6410 1100 • Fax: 6468 6161 Operating Hours: 8am to 11pm (Daily) enquiries@britishclub.org.sg www.britishclub.org.sg

Boschendal Estate WINE & GOURMET DINNER Fri, 27 Jul

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• PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE • Dear Members, Summer is upon us. In many other parts of the world the approach of summer may be indicated by a change in the weather, drier and warmer, but, as the last few months have clearly demonstrated, here in Singapore we only experience minor fluctuations in the relentless heat and rain. However, as there is a lot in store at the Club over the coming couple of months, please don’t rush to more moderate climes just yet.

I will mention one very important annual event although I should declare that I have a possible conflict of interest. Don’t forget that special man this Father’s Day, Sunday, 17th June, and bring your father (or husband) to The British Club to enjoy one of three different lunch spreads at the restaurants. Fathers deserve a treat too!

The General Manager and the wider team have already delivered three fantastic Best of British 2018 events and the signature series continues this month with the Commonwealth Wine Gala Dinner and Cooking Demo & Lunch with UK celebrity chef Lesley Waters.

This BoB series of events would not be possible without our sponsors, who support and facilitate in many different ways and who create a financial framework around the BoB that allows the club to also raise funds for our two adopted charities: Riding for the Disabled Association and The Gurkha Welfare Trust. Across the variety of events taking place throughout the year there will be something to appeal to everyone and I encourage you all to try and attend at least one. Please flip through the magazine to find out more.

I’m pleased to see that the club has received a fantastic response to the recent Royal Wedding membership promotion, with many new members being introduced by referral from existing members. Current members are our best ambassadors and the introduction of new members is fundamental to the longevity of the club in this transient environment. Do take this opportunity to refer your friends and earn up to 30,000 British Club Rewards Points as the offer has been extended until the end of June.

And once more, a very warm welcome to all recent new members of The British Club. Please feel free to approach any of the Member Relations staff to learn more about the variety of activities that are held at the Club. For the month of June, we will be holding our Member’s Connect Night on the first Thursday of the month. This is open to both new and existing Members to meet and get to know the who’s who of the Club. Thereafter, as usual, we will be taking a short break during July and August and the next Member’s Connect Night will take place in September.

It looks like it’s going to be a busy June.

DAMIAN R. HILLS President

MAIN COMMITTEE AND SUBCOMMITTEE MEMBERS Damian Hills President

Steve Settle Vice President Honorary Secretary, Chair of Rules and Disciplinary

Adrian Waterton Vice President Chair of Human Resource Committee Subcommittee Eugene Heng, Damian Hills, Steve Settle, Shaun Matheson, Tony Quek

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Stephen Fulton

Roger Harrold

Honorary Treasurer Chair of Finance Committee

Chair of Food & Beverage Committee

Subcommittee Yip Wai Hun, Ashley Nicholas, Roger Harrold, Jan Young, Patrick Hyde

Subcommittee Damien Lim, Marc Hearn, Mari Goodman, Michelle Kuek, Julia Gandhi

Eric Rogers

Sarah McNee

Chair of InfoTech Committee

Chair of Marketing Communications Committee

Subcommittee David Griffiths, Nigel Cain, Todd Forrester, David Green, Simon R Goodman

Subcommittee Christopher Harrison, Anton Colton, Caroline Underhill, Steve Manning, Sophie Dourdin

Stephen Walker

Duncan McGilligan

Chair of Membership Committee

Chair of Sports Committee

Subcommittee David Wong, Ian Cheah, Andrew Lo, Tony Melero, Robin Nayak, Don Wang, Martin White, Timothy Williamson, Manjit Pawar

Subcommittee All Sports Convenors

David Wong

Jan Young

Chair of Development and Health & Safety Committee

Chair of Activities & Events Committee

Subcommittee Shaun Matheson, Chris Walden, Mike Horner, Andrew Lo, Ian Cheah, Don Wang

Subcommittee Sarah Cockerill, Julia Gandhi, Claire Henderson, Louise Martin, Jennie Nicolas, Jane Wallace, Julia Wallace, John Williams

• GM’S MESSAGE • Dear Members, As many may have noticed, or attended, our Best of British celebrations are well under way after we successfully kicked off with An Evening with the Last Captain of The Royal Yacht Britannia. Faulty Towers followed on Sat, 28 Apr and it was indeed chaos as Basil, Sybil and Manuel entertained a gargantuan crowd with their theatrical presentation of a dining experience. Crowds would be an understatement to say the least for the turnout for our third BOB event – The Royal Wedding Street Party. Children had fun at Treetops lounge while parents sipped on Pimms and caught the live screening of The Royal Wedding.

Furthermore, the Club also launched the Royal Wedding Membership exclusive, where Transferable Lifetime Memberships were offered at the price of $10,700 – 50% off the published price. This exclusive offer was very well received and I’m glad to inform that this has been extended till 30 Jun (we are calling it the Honeymoon period!). Members will also receive up to 30,000 British Club Reward Points for every successful referral, what are you waiting for?

Next up, UK celebrity Chef Lesley Waters will be putting together not one but two special Best of British events for the month of June – the Commonwealth Wine Gala Dinner and Cooking Demo & Lunch. Lesley strongly believes in cooking with simplicity and will be showcasing just how you can do that. Seats are running out quickly so book immediately by calling 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg to avoid disappointment. Note: We have also arranged a supervised kid’s area for the Cooking Demo & Lunch.

The Best of British celebrations will continue in summer with the return of Prize Bingo Night on Fri, 31 Aug and the ever popular Comedy Night on Fri, 7 Sep. Please flip through the magazine to find out more about the upcoming events.

The World Cup kicks off in June and we will be televising most of the games live in Windsor Arms. Please flip to page 24 and 29 to find a special group stage calendar. This was created and positioned in the middle of the magazine so you can easily pull it out along with the calendar of events this month.

Aside from sports, we’re glad to have the Harvard Krokodiloes performing at the Club on Sun, 15 Jul. The Krokodiloes have performed around the world for such luminaries as Ella Fitzgerald, Princess Grace of Monaco, Princess Caroline of Monaco, the Aga Khan, and King Bhumibol of Thailand. Each year, the Krokodiloes continue to travel around the world on an eleven-week, six-continent tour. Some of the group’s notable accomplishments include performing at the inauguration of US President Bill Clinton, the Hong Kong handover ceremonies and performing four times at the world famous Carnegie Hall.

I am also happy to inform that we have Aspria as a new addition on our reciprocal Clubs list. Aspria is a decorated European Members’ Club and will be offering our Members their facilities in Italy, Belgium and Germany. We have an extensive list of reciprocal Clubs all over the world so please visit the reception to find out more.

See you at the Club.

ANDREW CHRISTON General Manager

CLUB MANAGEMENT

General Manager

Marketing Communications Manager

Sports & Recreation Manager

Sharon Carvalho 6410 1111 marketing@britishclub.org.sg

Wan Lay Chi sports@britishclub.org.sg

Events and Sponsorship Manager

Housekeeping Manager

Chantelle Ricketts 6410 1120 sponsorship@britishclub.org.sg

Asa Shaari 6410 1162 housekeeping@britishclub.org.sg

Head of Human Resource

Catering Sales Manager

6410 1150

Andrew Christon 6410 1101 andrewchriston@britishclub.org.sg

Head of Finance & Facilities

Michelle Chua finance@britishclub.org.sg

6410 1119 Alice Wong hr@britishclub.org.sg

6410 1130

Kurt Tan 6410 1146 banquetsales@britishclub.org.sg

Executive Chef

Sunny Sia 6410 1170 sunnysia@britishclub.org.sg

Facilities Manager

Member Relations Manager

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

Sharonjit Hoondal 6410 1113 memberrelations@britishclub.org.sg

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• COMMITTEE IN THE SPOTLIGHT •

Interview S tephen r e k l a W

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1. What is your role on the Main Committee?

I am the Chairman of the Membership Committee and also coordinate the newly formed Member Journey Committee, made up of the chairs of Membership, Food & Beverage, Activities & Events and Marketing & Communications which aims to coordinate the Club’s focus on providing a great experience for all our Members.

2. Tell us some of your goals as the new Chair for Membership Committee.

New Members are the life blood for the Club, not only because we need to keep up the numbers of Members to ensure a vibrant Club environment but also because the revenue from new Members enables us to fund improvements and investments in the Club’s facilities.

3. How long have you been a Member at The British Club?

It will be six years in July and what an enjoyable six years it has been. The British Club has become a key part of our social life.

4. Where can we always find you at the Club?

Occasionally at the gym (but not enough!), lunch or dinner at the Windsor Arms with my wife, Mary and on Sunday noon, you will find us in the Mountbatten Bar and Grill, enjoying a delicious meal at a superb price.

9. Favourite event at the Club?

The monthly wine dinners are excellent and we always attend with friends.

10. What is your favorite cuisine?

I absolutely love Indian Cuisine and of course the Club has the best Indian food in Singapore!

11. Best place to dine outside the Club?

I love Level33, where in addition to great food, the views and the atmosphere is excellent and there is always something cool about being in the highest brewery in the world.

12. What is your favorite movie of all time?

I love movies and have a lot of favourites – if pushed, I would probably have to say The Godfather 1 & 2, if I can squeeze them both in.

13. What is your spirit animal?

5. What is your favourite dish at the Club?

14. Red or white wine?

Beef Wellington, the famous signature dish at The Mountbatten Bar and Grill is just superb!

6. What is your favorite item from Windsor Shop?

We buy virtually all our wine from the Windsor Shop but my naughty favourite item is the superb Cheddar Cheese.

7. How do you spend your free time?

I am a keen genealogist and have researched my family history. On my father’s side I have traced the Walker’s back to 1787 in Manchester, the city in which I was born.

8. What sets The British Club apart from the others?

I looked up my North American Native Indian spirit animal and it is a Snow Goose, representing determination, perseverance, ambition, resourcefulness, level headedness and being self-involved – I will take that!

Red definitely, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon & Amarone

15. Cake or pie?

At the moment, neither as I am on a strict diet!

16. If you could eat only 3 foods for the rest of your life, what would they be?

Fillet Steak, Salad & very nice bottle of red wine – not that I am fussy!

17. Tell us something about yourself that nobody knows.

I grew up in South Africa and once came face to face with a rhino!

For me it’s the staff, so friendly and welcoming, providing excellent service. As soon as you walk in the door it feels like you have arrived at your second home.

If you are interested to know more or to join the subcommittee, please email enquiries@britishclub.org.sg

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• CLUB NEWS •

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH February

Ihsanudin Bin Abdul Sunip

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

March

Suresh A/L I Kal ai Chellva n

Housekeeping Attendant Housekeeping

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Supervisor F&B Poolside Service Family and GeneRal denTiSTRy

April

dr Gareth Pearson mSc BdS - UK

dr linda yen

dr andrew lui BdS - melbourne

dr damini Chawla

BdS (Hons) - Sydney FRaCdS

BdSc (Hons) - Perth - Western australia

dr edwin Heng

dr Sun din loo

Specialist in Periodontics BdS mSd Oral Biology - Boston Cert in Periodontology - Boston FamS - Singapore

Specialist in Oral & maxillofacial Surgery mdS (OmFS) - HK BdS (nUS) FamS - Singapore

Keeping it Simple!

• check-ups • scaling and polishing • routine fillings • crowns • • root canal therapy • teeth whitening • invisalign • oral surgery • • porcelain veneers and implants •

Rohaizad Bin Bahari Gym Manager Sports & Recreation

Website:

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• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! An Evening with the Last Captain of The Royal Yacht Britannia

Tuesday, 10 April 2018

Faulty Towers – The Dining Experience

Saturday, 28 April 2018

The Royal Wedding Street Party

Saturday, 19 May 2018

Commonwealth Wine Gala Dinner with UK Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters

Friday, 8 June 2018

Cooking Demonstration and Lunch by UK Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters

Sunday, 10 June 2018

Prize Bingo Night

Friday, 31 August 2018

Comedy Night

Friday, 7 September 2018

Sunset Sail on the Royal Albatross

September 2018

Superbrains Inter-Community Quiz Night

Saturday, 6 October 2018

Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Singapore Turf Club

Sunday, 21 October 2018

Best of British Ball at the Shangri-La in conjunction with British Chamber of Commerce

Friday, 30 November 2018

OFFICIAL CARRIER

DIAMOND SPONSORS

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the signature events of the year!

Call 6410 1100 or email sponsorship@britishclub.org.sg for 2018 sponsorship packages.

Dates to be advised. All information provided is correct at time of print.

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• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience Sat, 28 Apr • The Elizabeth Suite

PENDING Faulty Towers

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• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

The Royal Wedding Street Party Sat, 19 May

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• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

Commonwealth Wine Gala Dinner Join us for an evening to celebrate the Commonwealth.

Experience a decadent 5-course dinner designed and prepared by Celebrity Chef, Lesley Waters in the Mountbatten Bar and Grill. All courses have been specially paired with wines from the Commonwealth to complement each dish. An evening not to be missed!

Fri, 8 Jun 2018 Mountbatten Bar and Grill 7pm Cocktail Reception at Windsor Terrace

$120+ Member • $130+ Non-Member

CANAPÉS Baby Crab and Ginger Pistou Tarts with a Chilli Dressing Mini Dorset Lamb Koftas with a Classic Cumberland Glaze and Coriander Relish Tempura of Oysters with Apple Balsamic and Shallot Dressing

Sileni Estates Sparkling Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Black Pepper Crusted Capricorn Goats’ Cheese with Puy Lentil and Tomorosso Dressing, served with Fresh Rosemary Focaccia Grant Burge Benchmark Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, South Australia Spinach Cream served with Brown and Forrest Hot Smoked Salmon and Horseradish Grant Burge Benchmark Chardonnay, South Australia Seared Fillet Steak Poached in Red Wine with a Balsamic Glaze, served with Warm Vegetable A La Grecque (Baby Fine Beans, Carrots, Potatoes and Asparagus) and Sauce Béarnaise Grant Burge Benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon, Barossa Valley, South Australia Champagne and Elder Flower Jellies, White Chocolate Vanilla Creams with Rhubarb, Raspberry Dressing and Baby Bitter Chocolate Brownies served with Clotted Cream and Coffee Mocha Syrup Selection of Dorset and Somerset Cheeses and Chutney Sileni Estates Late Harvest Semillon, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Freshly Brewed Illy Coffee or Selection of English Teas

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Join UK Celebrity Chef

• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

Cooking Demonstration and Lunch

Chef Lesley Waters will be demonstrating each course as we dine through the lunch menu. Insider TV will be around to film her and the demonstrations will be projected onto the big screen; so don’t worry about not being able to watch closely and take down the cooking tips being dished out.

Known for her regular appearances on Ready Steady Cook, Great Food Live and This Morning, Lesley also runs her cookery school on Abbots Hill Farm in the UK, which has a 5-star rating on TripAdvisor!

Dear Parents,

Leave your kids with us at Treetops Lounge while you enjoy watching and feasting with Lesley Waters.

Your kids will be entertained with art & crafts.

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:30pm The Elizabeth Suite $98+ Member • $108+ Non-Member OFFICIAL CARRIER STARTER Roasted Asparagus served with Candied Walnuts Marinated Feta and Crispy Ham with Black Garlic Toasts MAIN Dill Cured Salmon Seared and set on Beetroot and Vodka Hash with Cucumber Pickle and Sour Cream served with Buttered Bay Baked Potatoes

COOKING DEMONSTRATION AND LUNCH CO-SPONSORED BY

DESSERT Meringue Nougats served with Roasted Vanilla Nectarines, Sweet Wine Summer Berries and Orange Mascarpone Cream WINES Luis Felipe Edwards Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley, Chile Luis Felipe Edwards Merlot, Central Valley, Chile

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BROUGHT TO YOU BY

Join us as we play for a good cause at a fun-filled evening of Bingo!

Lucky Bingo tickets shall be sold on the night for a chance to win fantastic prizes from Courts.

Part of the proceeds from the ticket sales shall go to supporting our Club charities.

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 • 7:30pm Windsor Arms

$35+ Member • $45+ Non-Member A la carte will be available on the night

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

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• BEST OF BRITISH SPECIAL •

COMEDY

SUPERBRAINS

NIGHT

INTER-COMMUNITY QUIZ NIGHT

Mark your calendars for the hilarious Best of British Comedy Night. There will be welcome drinks and a buffet to compliment the hysterical night! Stay tuned and check our website for the latest updates.

Put your thinking hats on as we see the return of our brainiest Best of British event - Superbrains.

Form a team of 8 to 10 and rack your brains as you compete with the wittiest of them all. Top the night off with a buffet spread and 2 bottles of wine per table or team. The winning team will also stand a chance to win $1,000 worth of F&B dining vouchers!

Fri, 7 Sep 2018 7:30pm Windsor Arms

Sat, 6 Oct 2018 7:30pm The Elizabeth Suite

$85+ Member $95+ Non-Member

$85+ Member $95+ Non-Member

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• CLUB NEWS •

MEMBERS CONNECT NIGHT

In partnership with

3 May

WARM WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

ALEX MIDGLEY & JESLYNN CHIA ALEXANDER HARTNOLL AMANDA LAVERICK ANDREW & NICOLA MAYNARD ANG LAY ENG ANJENAKUMAR MADHAVAMURTI & SUJATHA KRISHNAN CAMERON & SERINA SENIOR CHIA KHONG SHOONG & HEATHER HO CHRISTOPHER & CHRISTINE GREEN COLIN CHUA & MARY TAN DANIEL & LIZ MALACCHINI DIETER KNECHTEL & PAOLA ABADIA GARETH & CARA O’MEARA HA BON MAN HEIDI JAIKANTH SHANKAR & SHIVANI RETNAM JAMES & ANN HOLIAN JONATHAN & LISA UPWARD JULIE & JOSIAH CHUA KEN CHIANG & AMY KHOON KIERON & SINEAD LYNCH LANDRY LOW & JOSEPHINE TOH MARIE & DAVID TYNDALL MARK & CHARLOTTE WOODROW MARTIN RIMMER & RU WEI MICHAEL & JOSH ARNOLD MICHAEL ANG & KOGEN YUAN NICHOLAS GLEESON PATRICK EE & BRIDGET LIM PHILIP MCGRAW & HONG YUNXIN RACHEL CHEUNG RATNA & PRATIK THAKAR ROBERT & REBECCA SHAPCOTT SOURABH & GARIMA SOOD STUART & RHIANNE CLARK SUBHENDU & SANGHAMITRA BOSE SUZANNE TEO & STEPHANE NG TAN KEE SHAUR & JANIE CHAN TOGI & BETH GOUW TRAN TUE TRI & VU DINH TOAN WONG TSIA HSIANG & BENNY CHOO YOKO & PAUL MCLAUGHLIN ZAN & MERISSA JOHAN

From Left: Josh Arnold, Michael Arnold, Benny Choo

From Left: Gareth Bowen, Stephanie Condon

From Left: H.E Ogbole Ode, Elaine Ode From Left: Sujatha Krishnan, Anjanakumar

From Left: Amanda Laverick, Tom Emmanuel, Kate Burke

From Left: Lisa Upward, Jonathan Upward

UPCOMING MEMBERS CONNECT NIGHT Thu, 7 June

The Club President and the Main Committee invite you to join us for our monthly “Members Connect Night” hosted at the beautiful rooftop setting of the Treetops Terrace.

This monthly networking event provides an opportunity for Members to meet each other, welcome new Members to the Club and learn more about the latest happenings at the Club.

Time : 7:30pm to 9pm (Complimentary buffet dinner and free flow of wine, beer and soft drinks) Please RSVP to Recept@britishclub.org.sg

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From Left: Arhaan Jain, Jyotika Singh, Vikram Jain

From Left: Robert Shapcott, Rebecca Shapcott

FIVE EASY WAYS TO MAXIMISE TAX BREAKS ON UK PROPERTY

By David Pugh, Director Brits have always had a fascination with property, and it’s a fascination that continues for those who live abroad. A large amount of British expats will own property back in the UK, perhaps by hanging onto their former family home for their return, buying property for their children or as a longer term investment.

As the scope and complexity of HM Revenue & Customs’ requirements grow and develop, making use of the permitted reliefs on property investments is one-way UK citizens living overseas can ensure they’re maximising their tax benefits. Here are five examples: 1. Properties purchased to let out as furnished holiday accommodation (FHL) attract business tax reliefs including using the profits as contributions to a tax allowable pension. Plus, unlike buy-to-lets, you can stay in these properties when you are visiting the UK. 2. Bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) are also treated as businesses with business property reliefs, such as lower income taxes and inheritance taxes.

And, as with FHLs, you can stay in the B&B when visiting the UK if it is run as a business with a manager during your absence abroad.

3. University-located property: With sons or daughters going to UK university, any accommodation you buy there in your child’s name will attract lower stamp duty if the value is under 500,000 using the ‘first time buyer’ relief. Also, rental income on extra bedrooms gets ‘rent-a-room’ tax relief up to 7,500 a year – and on sale, the property may be exempt from capital gains tax.

4. Owning a farmhouse and farmland in the UK or Europe attracts many tax reliefs as it is treated as a business. You can appoint a farm manager to run the farm in your absence abroad and, as with to FHLs, you then have somewhere to stay when in the UK or Europe. A farm and farmhouse can also benefit from 100% inheritance tax relief.

5. Student accommodation: If you invest in halls of residence for higher-education students, you will pay a reduced commercial rate of stamp duty – and halls of residence can provide you with a good source of regular income.

You can also access a number of other property-related tax benefits such as multiple dwellings purchase relief. With the UK’s strong tradition of investing in property as a way of providing for the future, ensuring you do so in a tax-efficient way makes sense and can reap significant benefits when done wisely.

It’s always important to note that everyone’s situation and portfolio is different. If some of the above ideas suit your situation or you want to know more, our UK-qualified tax advisers and financial plans can help explain.

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) Pte. Ltd. Authorised to act as a financial adviser by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). License number FA100057-1.

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• MEMBER IN THE SPOTLIGHT •

SIDDHARTHA ROY For this issue of Member in the Spotlight, we are most pleased to feature Siddhartha Roy. Siddhartha joined the Club in March 2017. He currently serves as the Director for Regional Sales at BNP Paribas. We find out a bit more about Siddhartha in this exclusive interview.

How did you hear of The British Club, and what made you join the Club?

As the Director of Regional Sales, how do you cope with all the (excessive) numbers in your life?

I have been a regular visitor to the British Club for many years. Over the years, the club and especially the Windsor Arms have become a sort of refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life. If I could choose a couple of reasons – it would be the people – the great people who make me feel at home and the next one would definitely be the location – on oasis of calm in this hectic city. I absolutely look forward to every visit to the club.

Laugh… numbers and targets will be the end of me… more seriously – the best way to unwind is trying to appreciate the little things in life. I find that these little things help me become mindful. This mindfulness somehow helps me focus and at the same time helps let go of all the stress and the excessive numbers. As I travel through life, suddenly the things that are most important are family and true friends.

Tell us more about your work and what you do.

To give a very simple answer - I advise and work with large corporate treasuries on how to best manage their working capital across the Asia Pacific Region. A large part of my job involves working with people and understanding their needs. Corporates comprise of people and it involves a lot of interpersonal relationships. If I could put it, this would be the highlight of my job and yeah, the travel would be the icing on the cake.

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Lastly, tell us something about yourself, other than crunching numbers for a living.

An interesting tidbit about myself – I have had a haircut in every major continent. If I could be bold enough to say – I would like to call myself a global citizen - I was born India, grew up in Africa, worked in Asia and Europe. Other than work, I like to travel, dabble in photography, read and am now working on ways to give back to society

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• STAFF IN THE SPOTLIGHT •

JACKPOT ROOM

TOLLY

From Left: Tolly, Betty, James

The Jackpot Room was a popular hangout for members in the 90s.

Originally located at the current holding area at the Reception, the room was moved to the current position at the basement of the Club in 1992. Business flourished back in the 90s and Members queued to get into the Jackpot Room.

Tolly was our friendly Jackpot Assistant at the Club. Albeit not as impressive as Betty in terms of years at the Club, he amassed a good 13 years under his belt and has excellent knowledge in his scope of responsibilities. Tolly’s preceding job was at the Airport Emergency Service as an officer in charge of training new trainees.

With much regret, and due to stricter rules by the government, the Club has decided to cease operations at the Jackpot Room effective 30 Apr 2018. We would like to thank all Members for their support over the years and would also like to take this opportunity to give a special shout out to the staff of the room.

He is married with a son and daughter, 39 years old and 41 years old respectively. He is most proud of his children with his son working in Australia as a Project Manager and his daughter working as an Associate Director in a bank.

Stay tuned in the upcoming months to find out about the future developments of the room!

Similar to many of us (myself included), Tolly likes to have a good beer during his free time and also loves to cook. He will be transferred to Banquet Operations and looks forward to get moving in his new role at the Club.

BETTY

JAMES

Betty served as the Jackpot Supervisor at The British Club and for some, she might not be a familiar face. Working behind the scenes and tucked in a cosy Members only room, Betty started working at the Club in 1995 and was responsible overall for the operations at the Jackpot Room. Prior to her role at the Club, she worked as a supervisor in an electronics company.

Similar to Tolly, James served as the Jackpot Assistant at the Club.

He is a year senior in terms of work experience at the Club but is of the same seasoned age of 69 as Tolly. Prior to his journey at the Club, James worked in sales and facilities operations at an exhibition company.

Betty is happily married with a daughter and would like to call her family a small but intimate one. During her free time, Betty enjoys leisure morning jogs to keep herself active and fit. When asked to speak about the closure of the Jackpot Room, she expressed sadness but was also excited about her new role.

Effective this month, Betty will be transferred to the Activities and Events department and will be based at the Playroom. Do look out for her should you need any help at the Playroom!

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Coincidently, he is also happily married with a son and daughter.

James’s son works in the Ministry of Transport and his daughter works in KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.

Often known as the soft spoken guy, he enjoys swimming and jogging in his free time. Having worked for 14 years at the Jackpot Room, James will be transferred to the Banquet Operations department and will work alongside with his familiar partner in crime – Tolly.

• CLUB NEWS •

THE ROYAL WEDDING CONGRATULATORY MEMBERSHIP 50 successful Transferable Lifetime Membership sign-ups will each include a pair of tickets to the Queen Elizabeth II Cup event in October 2018 at the Singapore Turf Club.

Members will receive up to 30,000 British Club Reward Points valued at $600 for every successful referral.

Transferable Lifetime Membership Published Price $21,400

Now at only $10,700 Lifetime Membership

$6,955

Call 6410 1100 or email membership@britishclub.org.sg to book a private Club tour for your friend now.

Promotion is extended till 30 June 2018.

Above prices inclusive of prevailing GST. Terms and Conditions apply.

In partnership with

s n o i t a l u Congrat

to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on tying the knot!

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DINING DEALS • FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

ALL NEW

Fun Day Monday

Buy-1-Get-1 Free from our a la carte food menu

Choose Day Tuesday

(Complimentary item must be equal or lesser value of the item purchased)

Verandah Café, Splash Bar and Scores Sports Bar.

All Day Happy Hour Wednesday

1-for-1 on all draft beers and house wines Available at all outlets, all day.

$10+ for every pizza or pasta from the a la carte menu includes a soft drink of your choice Verandah Café, Splash Bar and Scores Sports Bar.

Winey Kids Thursday

Children dine FREE

Buy 1 main course and get 1 dish free from the kids menu Verandah Café, Splash Bar and Scores Sports Bar.

BYO Wine

No corkage charge for wine purchased from Windsor Shop and consumed at any of our F&B outlets.

Available at all outlets.

Pick-of-Plenty Mondays to Fridays 12pm to 2:30pm • Windsor Arms

Soup & Salad Bar with selection of home-made breads only $12.50+ Just add $7+ to choose from a selection of mouth-watering Main Courses Terms & Conditions • Available for a limited period only. Not applicable on Public Holidays or in conjunction with any other food promotions, monthly specials as well as Gold and VIP cards.

• Dining Deals is exclusively for British Club Members and their guests only.

• All promotions are valid for dine-in only. Not applicable for take-away.

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For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

Sun, 17 Jun

12pm to 2:30pm

Fathers deserve a treat too!

4-Course Sunday Lunch

Semi-Buffet Lunch

International Buffet Lunch

$48+ Adult

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

(7 to 12 years of age)

$48+ Adult

$88+ Adult

$22.50+ Child

Menu Chilled cooked Seafood on Ice, Oysters, Prawns, Mussels, Live Roast Carving Station, Goats’ Cheese, Beetroot & Baby Spinach Salad, Smoked Salmon, Cured Meat Platter, Grilled Beef Fillet with Mushroom Stew, Salmon Fillet, Lamb Hotpot, Asian Specialties, North Indian Selection and Children’s Buffet.

$88+ Adult

$38+ Adult

$25+ Child

(with free flow of sparkling, house red and white wines)

(3 to 12 years of age)

Reservations required.

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

(with free flow of sparkling, house red and white wines)

$16+ Child

(3 to 12 years of age)

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

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• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

Mushroom Soup, Confit Chicken and Bacon Butter Croute Braised Beef Short Rib, Black Bean and Ginger Broth with Coriander Gremolata Strawberry Cream Profiterole with Valrhona White Chocolate

Grain-fed Beef Rib-eye and Salmon Fillet Daily Vegetables, Pepper & Garlic Sauce, Tarragon Sauce, Truffle Mash and Sesame Butter Rice Comes with a glass of soft drink of your choice

June MONTHLY

PROMOTION

Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek Braised Beef Cheek served with Mashed Potato, French Beans, Carrots and Red Wine Sauce.

Chicken Dum Biryani

Herb Crusted Lamb Rack, Caramelised Carrots, Smashed Potato and Jus Fresh River Prawn, Crispy Bacon, Semi-dried Tomatoes and Lobster Sauce

Dalcha, Raita and Roasted Papad

Veg Dum Biryani (Vegetarian) Dalcha, Raita and Roasted Papad

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For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

Grain-fed Beef Rib-eye and Salmon Fillet Daily Vegetables, Pepper & Garlic Sauce, Tarragon Sauce, Truffle Mash and Sesame Butter Rice Comes with a glass of soft drink of your choice

Ham Hock & Duck Confit Rillettes, Mustard Pickles and Toasted Sourdough Peri Peri Spatchcock Chicken with Bread Stuffing and Mushroom White Sauce Summer Berries Pudding, Mint Salsa and Custard

July MONTHLY

PROMOTION

Wok Fried Cereal Prawns Wok Fried Cereal Chicken

Herb Crusted Lamb Rack, Caramelised Carrots, Smashed Potato and Jus

Mutton Saagwala

Fresh River Prawn, Crispy Bacon, Semi-dried Tomatoes and Lobster Sauce

Biryani Rice, Naan, Raita and Roasted Papad

Rajma Paneer Masala (Vegetarian) Biryani Rice, Naan, Raita and Roasted Papad

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

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• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL • GROUP A

Thu, 14 Jun • 11pm Russia Vs Saudi Arabia Fri, 15 Jun • 8pm Egypt Vs Uruguay Wed, 20 Jun • 2am Russia Vs Egypt Wed, 20 Jun • 11pm Uruguay Vs Saudi Arabia Mon, 25 Jun • 10pm Uruguay Vs Russia

Fri, 15 Jun • 11pm Morocco Vs Iran Sat, 16 Jun • 2am Portugal Vs Spain Wed, 20 Jun • 8pm Portugal Vs Morocco Thu, 21 Jun • 2am Iran Vs Spain Tue, 26 Jun • 2am Iran Vs Portugal

Mon, 25 Jun • 10pm Saudi Arabia Vs Egypt

Tue, 26 Jun • 2am Spain Vs Morocco

Sat, 16 Jun • 6pm France Vs Australia Sat, 16 Jun • 11:55pm Peru Vs Denmark Thu, 21 Jun • 8pm Denmark Vs Australia Thu, 21 Jun • 11pm France Vs Peru Tue, 26 Jun • 10pm Denmark Vs France

Sat, 16 Jun • 9pm Argentina Vs Ireland Sun, 17 Jun • 3am Croatia Vs Nigeria Fri, 22 Jun • 2am Argentina Vs Croatia Fri, 22 Jun • 11pm Nigeria Vs Ireland Wed, 27 Jun • 2am Nigeria Vs Argentina

Tue, 26 Jun • 10pm Australia Vs Peru

Wed, 27 Jun • 2am Ireland Vs Croatia

Sun, 17 Jun • 8pm Costa Rica Vs Serbia Mon, 18 Jun • 2am Brazil Vs Switzerland Fri, 22 Jun • 8pm Brazil Vs Costa Rica Sat, 23 Jun • 2am Serbia Vs Switzerland Thu, 28 Jun • 2am Serbia Vs Brazil

Sun, 17 Jun • 11pm Germany Vs Mexico Mon, 18 Jun • 8pm Sweden Vs S. Korea Sat, 23 Jun • 11pm S. Korea Vs Mexico Sun, 24 Jun • 2am Germany Vs Sweden Wed, 27 Jun • 10pm Mexico Vs Sweden

Thu, 28 Jun • 2am Switzerland Vs Costa Rica

Wed, 27 Jun • 10pm S. Korea Vs Germany

Mon, 18 Jun • 11pm Belgium Vs Panama Tue, 19 Jun • 2am Tunisia Vs England Sat, 23 Jun • 8pm Belgium Vs Tunisia Sun, 24 Jun • 8pm England Vs Panama Fri, 29 Jun • 2am Panama Vs Tunisia

Tue, 19 Jun • 8pm Colombia Vs Japan Tue, 19 Jun • 11pm Poland Vs Senegal Sun, 24 Jun • 11pm Japan Vs Senegal Mon, 25 Jun • 2am Poland Vs Colombia Thu, 28 Jun • 10pm Japan Vs Poland

Fri, 29 Jun • 2am England Vs Belgium

Thu, 28 Jun • 10pm Senegal Vs Colombia

GROUP C

GROUP E

GROUP G

GROUP STAGE CALENDAR

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GROUP B

GROUP D

GROUP F

GROUP H

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

JUL

07 MON 30

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16

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THU

Family Event 10 - 12 Years Old

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12

18

26

Summer Camp, 10am

25

11

4

Prize Bingo Night Fri, 31 Aug Summer Camp 6, 7, 8 Aug

Regular Activity 4 - 9 Years Old

Summer Camp, 10am

Pub Quiz Night, 8pm

5

FRI

Dining Event Age 18 Above

Family Movie Night, 7pm

Boschendal Estate Wine & Gourmet Dinner, 7:30pm WINE DINNER

Little Chef: 7 Chocolate Fantasy Pizza, 10am

15

8

SUN

14

Special Arts & 22 Crafts: Sand Art, 10am

SAT

13

21

29

1

20

28

*Pull out page and place on fridge or wall.

World Chocolate Day!

27

6

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I

Bingo Night, 8pm

07

PLAY

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20

Summer Camp, 10am

I

Bingo Night, 8pm

07

PLAY

B

20

24

Pub Quiz Night, 8pm

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

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

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Bingo Night, 8pm

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18

07

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12

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20

PLAY

Bingo Night, 8pm

Regular Activity 4 - 9 Years Old

11

4

WED

Pub Quiz Night, 8pm

Pub Quiz Night, 8pm

Family Event 10 - 12 Years Old

Boschendal Estate Wine & Gourmet Dinner Fri, 27 Jul World Cup 14 Jun & 15 Jul Summer Camp 10, 11, 12, Jul

UPCOMING IN JULY:

TUE

27

20

13

6

28

21

14

7

2am • England Vs Belgium

Dining Event Age 18 Above

THU

15

8

1

Family Movie Night, 7pm

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The Botanist, 22 Islay Dry Gin Tasting, 6:30pm GIN

Special Arts & Crafts: Hari Raya Puasa,11am

FRI 2

24

17

10

3

8pm • England Vs Panama

Father’s Day

SUN

*Pull out page and place on fridge or wall.

30

Little Chef: 23 Hari Raya Special, 10am

16

Adult Cooking Class: 9 Croquembouche, 3pm

SAT

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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

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

MON

JUN

06

Muay Thai

ABT

Boot Camp

8pm to 9pm Eileen Tan

7pm to 8pm Sas Thayalan

Introduction

Colonial Cup Fri, 1 Jun

SPORTS EVENT

3 – 5 years old

8 – 11 years old

SUN

12 – 16 years old

11am to 12pm Kelly Chan

Junior Fitness Group Coaching

10am to 11am Kelly Chan

Junior Fitness Group Coaching

11 – 14 years old

4pm to 6pm Andy Tan

Taekwondo @GESS

Yoga

10:35am to 12:05pm Paulina Buck

9:30am to 10:30am David Thong

Karate

SAT

JUN

For booking or enquiries, please call 6410 1173 or email sports@britishclub.org.sg

6 – 8 years old

9 – 10 years old

5:15pm to 6:15pm Julniee Tan

Children Ballet

4:15pm to 5:15pm Julniee Tan

Children Ballet

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

Aqua Box Fit

Yoga

9:30am to 10:30am Camilla

Pilates

FRI 8:30am to 9:30am Melanie Azlan

The Ashes Rematch Sat, 30 Jun 1.5 – 3 years old

TRX

7pm to 8pm Eileen Tan

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

Water Aerobics

Advance

7:15pm to 8:15pm Eileen Tan

6pm to 7:15pm Eric Shia

10am to 11am Kristel Heather

Family Zumba

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

Aqua Bike

Aqua Boot Camp

7pm to 8pm Eileen Tan

Boot Camp

9:30am to 11am Paulina Buck

Yoga

9am to 10:15am Eric Shia

Muay Thai

9am to 10am Melanie Azlan

9am to 10am Kevin Leong

8:30am to 9:30am Kristel Heather

9:30am to 10:30am Camilla

Yoga

8:30am to 9:30am Melanie Azlan

THU Pilates

Aqua Bike

Pilates

WED Aqua Running

TUES

MON

SPORTS & FITNESS CLASSES 06

07

JUL

SUN

Taekwondo @GESS

12 – 16 years old

11am to 12pm Kelly Chan

Junior Fitness Group Coaching

11 – 14 years old

4pm to 6pm Andy Tan

8 – 11 years old

10am to 11am Kelly Chan

SAT

SPORTS & FITNESS CLASSES FRI

THU

9 – 10 years old

Junior Fitness Group Coaching

WED

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

6 – 8 years old

Karate

TUES

MON

Pilates

Aqua Running

9:30am to 10:30am David Thong

Pilates

Aqua Bike

8:30am to 9:30am Melanie Azlan

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

Children Ballet

Pilates 9am to 10am Melanie Azlan

8:30am to 9:30am Kristel Heather

9am to 10am Kevin Leong

8:30am to 9:30am Melanie Azlan

Yoga

10am to 11am Kristel Heather

TRX

Aqua Box Fit

10am to 11am Kevin Leong

Muay Thai

3 – 5 years old

Yoga

Boot Camp

Muay Thai

Yoga

Yoga 9:30am to 11am Paulina Buck

10:35am to 12:05pm Paulina Buck

9am to 10:15am Eric Shia

Water Aerobics

9:30am to 10:30am Camilla

9:30am to 10:30am Camilla

Aqua Bike

7pm to 8pm Eileen Tan

Aqua Boot Camp

Family Zumba

1.5 – 3 years old

Sports Summer Camp 9 Jul till 24 Aug

5:15pm to 6:15pm Julniee Tan

Children Ballet

4:15pm to 5:15pm Julniee Tan

7pm to 8pm Eileen Tan

ABT

6pm to 7:15pm Eric Shia

Boot Camp

7pm to 8pm Sas Thayalan

SPORTS EVENT

7:15pm to 8:15pm Eileen Tan

Advance

8pm to 9pm Eileen Tan

Introduction

For booking or enquiries, please call 6410 1173 or email sports@britishclub.org.sg

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL • KNOCKOUT STAGE ROUND OF 16

QUARTER-FINALS

SEMI-FINALS

FINAL

Sat, 30 Jun • 10pm

Fri, 6 Jul • 10pm

Wed, 11 Jul • 2am

Sun, 15 Jul • 11pm

VS

VS

VS

VS

Sun, 1 Jul • 2am

Sat, 7 Jul • 2am

Thu, 12 Jul • 2am

VS

VS

VS

Sun, 1 Jul • 10pm

Sat, 7 Jul • 10pm

PLAY-OFF FOR THIRD PLACE

VS

VS

Mon, 2 Jul • 2am

Sun, 8 Jul • 2am

VS

VS

Sat, 14 Jul • 10pm

VS

Mon, 2 Jul • 10pm

VS

Tue, 3 Jul • 2am

VS

Tue, 3 Jul • 10pm

VS

14 Jun to 15 Jul Wed, 4 Jul • 2am

VS

Head down to the Windsor Arms this June and July to catch the World Cup with us!

You might even stand a chance to get your bill waived off!

Simply purchase any 2 pints of draft beers and receive a score sheet. If you get any 2 right (Kick Off, Half Time Score, Full Time Score, Total Goals), you will get a chance to be included in our daily lucky dip and the winner gets their bill waived off!

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

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• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

THE NEXT LEVEL OF PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Administered by

Enjoy worldwide in-hospital and outpatient private healthcare at home and abroad with access to Bupa Global’s network of 1.2 million medical providers.

What’s more, when life takes on a whole new meaning, we’ll be here with maternity cover* you can rely on.

To find out more: CALL +65 6340 1669 rhi-bupa@raffleshealthinsurance.com RAFFLESHEALTHINSURANCE.COM *Waiting period applies.

Insured by Raffles Health Insurance Pte Ltd (“RHI”)(Company Registration Number: 200413569G) is the insurer and Bupa Global, the trading name of Bupa Insurance Services Limited, is the administrator of RHI international health insurance plans in Singapore.

This marketing material is for general information only and is neither a contract nor intended as an offer or recommendation with respect to the purchase or sale of the above products. Buying health insurance products that are not suitable for you may impact your ability to finance future healthcare needs.

For more information, 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg You should seek advice from a qualified adviser if in doubt. The information on this advert is correct as at 1please March call 2018.

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All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

Boschendal Estate Wine & Gourmet Dinner

Fri, 27 Jul • 7:30pm onwards $98+ Member • $108+ Guest Set in the Drakenstein Valley surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes, lush gardens and vines, the original farmstead complex is now a national monument with a rich and intriguing history of more than 300 years. One of the oldest farms in South Africa, founded in 1685, the farm has grown with the passing centuries into a cherished source of wholesome produce, great wines and happy memories.

Today, Boschendal wines are enjoyed in more than 50 countries. The coveted South African Wine Producer of the Year that Boschendal brought home from The International Wine and Spirits Competitions in London in 2004 benchmarks the global excellence of a brand born of pedigreed origins. Together with an outstanding winemaking team, Boschendal is destined to rise and amaze the world with every passing vintages.

The 1685 range is presented in a unique curvaceous bottle inspiried by the traditional bottle design used through the ages and commemorates the year of the original title deeds. These wines express the style and class that is particular to their estate and coastal surrounds, with special focus on purity of fruit lavished with measured modern winemaking for depth, breath and balance.

We are happy to have Roderic Proniewski with us to share with us these wonderful South African wines. Roderic is a wine specialist and wine educator who has been actively involved in various wine trainings, seminars and events in Asia and has been on the panel of judges for the prestigiouis ‘Michelangelo Tasting’ in South Africa and the IWC London Wine Challenge. Roderic is also being honoured as the ‘Top Finalist of Sommelier Mentor’ of 2017.

Special Take-Away Price

U.P.$

Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir (Rose), Western Cape, South Africa

$39.50

$53.50

Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Western Cape, South Africa

$39.50

$53.50

Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay, Western Cape, South Africa

$39.50

Boschendal Lanoy, Western Cape, South Africa

$39.50

$53.50

Boschendal 1685 Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc, Coastal Region, South Africa

$39.50

$53.50

Description

Aperitif Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir (Rosé), Western Cape, South Africa Grape Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Ravioli of Lobster, Bok Choy, Lobster Sauce Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Western Cape, South Africa Grape Varietals: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir Awards * Silver – Mundus Vini * SAA Premium Class

Cauliflower Espuma - Cauliflower Textures Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay, Western Cape, South Africa Grape Varietals: 100% Chardonnay Awards * Gold Medal – The Michelangelo International Wine Award * Silver Medal – Monde Selection Belgium * Silver Outstanding – International Wine & Spirit Competition * Silver Medal – Mundus Vini Belgium * Silver Medal – Chardonnay du Monde * Master’s Gold Chardonnay - The Drink Business * Premium Class – SAA Listing * Tim Atkin – 89 Points * James Suckling – 90 Points

H Textures – Angus Beef Striploin, Braised Beef Cheek Potato Terrine, Asparagus, Onion Puree Boschendal Lanoy, Western Cape, South Africa Grape Varietals: 55% Cabernet, 45% Merlot Awards * Silver Medal – The Japan Wine Challenge * Gold/Silver Medal – Veritas Awards * Gold Medal – Mundus Vini * Gold Medal – Veritas Awards * Silver Outstanding – IWSC 2017

Boschendal 1685 Cabernet Sauvignon, Coastal Region, South Africa Grape Varietals: 100 Cabernet Sauvignon Awards * James Suckling – 90 Points * IWSC 2017 Silver Outstanding

$53.50

Bread N Butter Pudding at Its Best Freshly Brewed Premium Illy Coffee or Selection of English Teas

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

In partnership with

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• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL • ONLY AT THE WINDSOR SHOP

June and July Promotion

SPIRIT PROMOTION Glen Grant Rothes Speyside 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky

$98 (U.P. $118) With a bright, golden colour and a bouquet of sweat pear and vanilla, this award winning single malt dances on the palate with soft and lively notes of orchard fruits and malt, and features a finish that is satisfyingly long and complex.

WINE PROMOTION Gold Trees Chardonay, South Australia $25 per bottle Gold Trees Shiraz, South Australia $25 per bottle Terra Andina Lifestyle Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley, Chile

$29.50 per bottle

Terra Andina Lifestyle Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley, Chile

$29.50 per bottle

Sensi Collezione, Chianti DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

$28 per bottle

Sensi Collezione, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC, Italy

$28 per bottle

Masi Costasera Amarone della Valpliella Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy

$78 per bottle

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For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

PROMOTION

BRITISH AFTERNOON TEA

EARLY DOORS SPECIAL

LADIES DAY

Mon to Fri • 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Every Wednesday

Our British Afternoon Tea is now available daily in the Windsor Arms!

Enjoy 20% off food purchases

Calling all ladies!

when you place your order before 6:30pm!

Enjoy a complimentary dessert with every main course ordered on Wednesdays!

Daily • 3pm to 5:30pm

$24.50+ per person Reservations required.

Please book 24-hours in advance as all items are freshly baked and prepared.

Not applicable on Public Holidays or in conjunction with other food promotions, daily specials as well as Gold and VIP cards.

BOTTLES OF THE MONTH Aberfeldy 12 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

$158+ per bottle (U.P. $258+)

The Botanist, Islay Dry Gin

$118+ per bottle (U.P. $195+)

(Jun & Jul) Pravda Premium Vodka

$78+ per bottle (U.P. $118+)

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

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Google Home & Mini now available at COURTS

Google Home Mini

$55

HomeClub Elite Member’s Price

.30

SAVE: $23.70 Non-Member’s Price: $79

Google Home

SIGN UP NOW!

$132

HomeClub Elite Member’s Price

.30

HomeClub Elite @ 2-Year Membership

SAVE: $56.70 Non-Member’s Price: $189

COURTSSG

Only

Enjoy FREE $20 Instant Voucher + FREE Standard Delivery* and many more

Promotion is vaild till 30 June 2018 at all COURTS stores.

Other conditions apply, please check with our staff for full details.

COURTSSG

59

$

*Conditions apply.

COURTS SG

Singapore’s Only Electrical, IT and Furniture Retailer to be Awarded CaseTrust Gold Ang Mo Kio • Bukit Timah • Causeway Point • Clementi • Jem • Jurong Point • Lot One • MEGASTORE • Nex • Orchard • Tampines Mall • Tiong Bahru Plaza • Toa Payoh All stores open from 11am - 10pm daily, except for Megastore & Jem from 10am - 10pm daily, and Orchard from 10.30am - 10pm daily. Customer Care Hotline: 1800 222 6868

Shop online at

courts.com.sg

• FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIAL •

THE BRITISH CLUB

GIFT VOUCHERS SUNDAY LUNCH

AT MOUNTBATTEN BAR AND GRILL Enjoy an exquisite 3-course set lunch at Mountbatten Bar and Grill every Sunday!

$38+ Adult • $18+ Child $85+ Adult With free flow of sparkling, house red and white wines

$135+ Adult With free flow of Piper Heidsieck Brut N.V., house red and white wines

They come in handy for all occasions and are available for use at our retail shops, all F&B outlets and Chinois Spa.

Reservations required.

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

Gift Vouchers are now available at the Windsor Shop and Pro Shop.

The Botanist, Islay Dry Gin Tasting Fri, 22 Jun 6:30pm to 10:30pm Special Price:

$118 (U.P. $195+) The Botanist, Islay’s first and only dry gin will be offering a wild experience like no other, bringing Islay to The British Club. Treat your senses to a unique gin, handcrafted and distilled on the Isle of Islay this June.

For more information, please call 6410 1100 or email fb@britishclub.org.sg All prices quoted are subject to prevailing goods & services taxes. • Photos are for illustration purposes.

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• ACTIVITIES & EVENTS •

THE BOOMERANG

NIGHT LIVE @

1 June

Bomerang is an acoustic trio who play music form the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s with categories in pop, evergreen, rock and roll, blues folk, jazz and Latin.

Friday Night Live is back at the Windsor Arms 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!

THE BLUES EXPRESS

KIRK & MARSHA

THE GOOD SPOT

RONALD & WAYNE

The Blues Express is a 4-piece band made up of 4 seasoned musicians who have been performing professionally in various well-known bands in Singapore over the last 15 to 20 years. They have performed in well-known clubs, pubs, country clubs, hotels, concerts and shows in Singapore.

Haiqel “Kirk” Hamdan has been playing the guitar since he was 12 and specialized in various genres. Marsha Hope Shinozaki was influenced by rock and pop music since young. They both share immense passion for music and owe their inspiration to awesome musicians playing in local bars and scenes around Singapore.

The Good Spot is a local band - Faz (vocals), Dan (guitar), Hadi (bass), Jude (drums). They play covers from the 60s-70s to the current hits! As a band, they have played at various clubs including Muddy Murphy's and Prince of Wales.

Blue Whale Band is one of SG’s most fun and versatile bands that performs popular pop tunes from 70s till today! Join them on 29 June at Windsor Arms for an eclectic night of good food and music.

8 June

15 June

22 June

29 June

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• ACTIVITIES & EVENTS •

BINGO NIGHTS

Tue, 5 & 19 Jun, 3 & 17 Jul • 8pm Windsor Arms THE PRIZE SNOWBALLS AFTER EACH SESSION. So bring your friends and get ready to shout BINGO!

QUIZ NIGHTS

Wed, 13 & 27 Jun, 11 & 25 Jul 8pm • Windsor Arms Pit your wits against other teams over 5 rounds.

PITTER CHATTER CHINESE BRUSH SUNDAY PARENTS & TODDLERS GROUP PAINTING ENTERTAINMENT Every Thu • 10am to 11:30am Every Fri • 9am to 11:30am Activity Hub AT THE VERANDAH CAFÉ Our very own playgroup for you The British Club welcomes you to 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 at this social gathering to relax and unwind while the little ones play. Grandparents and friends are welcome too!

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.

The Pitter Chatter group is currently looking for more coordinators to take the helm!

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

With bottles of wine up for grabs, bring everyone together (maximum If you’d like to volunteer for the of 6 in a team) at the Windsor Arms position, drop an email to for our bi-weekly Pub Quiz! activities@britishclub.org.sg or call 6410 1100.

Participation fee (donated to charity): Minimum $5 per participant

REGULAR ACTIVITIES TEEN ACTIVITIES Teen Committee Meeting Every 2nd Thu of the month For enquiries, email activities@britishclub.org.sg

ADULT ACTIVITIES Mahjong Every Mon • 10am to 12pm Selected Thu Evenings, please contact Fiona for more information.

Craft Ladies Every Tue 10am to 3pm with a lunch break Club Balut Every 2nd Tue of the month 8pm onwards • Windsor Terrace

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$180+ per Member $200+ per Guest for 4 sessions a month

Every Sunday

Sunday is family time at The British Club! Spend your Sunday with us as we put out entertainment 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 2pm to 4pm!

Our balloonist is at Verandah Café every Sunday from 1pm till 2:15pm, don’t miss her!

Join us from 12:30pm to 4pm for some non-stop fun!

ACTIVITY CONTACTS Chinese Brush Painting Classes Every Fri • 9am to 11am Treetop Lounge

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING

Bridge Every Wed • 7pm to 10pm

BALUT

Book Club Bi-Monthly • 8pm to 9pm Next Session: Tue, 26 Jun

Yap Sin Guan Tel: 9666 8994

MAHJONG

Fiona Corbett Tel: 9841 9058 Email: rnandfcorbett@gmail.com

David Quinn Tel: 6410 1100 Email: quinndj@singnet.com.sg

BOOK CLUB

BRIDGE GROUP

Martin White Email: martinwhite2@gmail.com

Rajesh Chhabara Tel: 9008 7095 Email: rajesh.chhabara@csrworks.com

MUSIC SECTION

Michelle Kuek Tel: 9237 6155 Email: michellekuekbc@gmail.com

Tel: 6410 1100 Angela Ryan Email: angela.ryan@hotmail.co.uk

PITTER CHATTER

Jenny English Tel: 6410 1100 Email: Jennyenglish81@yahoo.co.uk

CRAFT LADIES

Jane Wallace Tel: 9817 1094 Email: 110660@singnet.com For bookings or enquiries, please call 6410 1100 or email activities@britishclub.org.sg

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• ACTIVITIES & EVENTS • SPECIAL ARTS & CRAFTS

FATHER’S DAY

Sun, 10 Jun • Anytime between 12pm to 3pm • Treetops Lounge Have you found something special for daddy this year? Pop by the Activity Hub anytime between 12pm to 3pm for our special arts & crafts session where we will be teaching you how to make a personalised gift for dad!

$15+ Member • $20+ Guest • Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed the full price

SPECIAL ARTS & CRAFTS

HARI RAYA PUASA

Fri, 15 Jun • 11am to 3pm • Activity Hub Celebrate Hari Raya at the Club with a cultural display and learn more about this festive holiday. Children can learn how to make traditional decorations for Hari Raya and enjoy yummy delicacies at the Activity Hub.

11pm to 3pm • Activity Hub Display of traditional Muslim culture and free walk in

Arts & Craft

LITTLE CHEF

HARI RAYA SPECIAL

Sat, 23 Jun • 10am to 11:30am • Verandah Terrace Kuih tarts are traditionally made during Hari Raya to celebrate the end of Ramandan. Kuih tart, also known as pineapple tart, is a crumbly and sweet cookie that melts in your mouth. We must warn that once you start, you can’t stop!

$20+ Member • $25+ Guest • Minimum of 10 participants required for session to commence • Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed full price

LITTLE CHEF

CHOCOLATE FANTASY PIZZA

Sat, 7 Jul • 10am to 11:30am • Verandah Café World Chocolate Day! Celebrate world chocolate day with your very own chocolate fantasy pizza.

Enjoy the best of both worlds with chocolate and pizza together; your kids are going to love it!

$15+ Member Child • $20+ Guest Child • Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed full price

SPECIAL ARTS & CRAFTS

SAND ART

Sun, 22 Jul • 10am to 12pm • Activity Hub What can be more fun in the summer than some sand-y action? Drop by anytime between 10am to 12pm to create your own fine arts with sand.

$15+ Member • $20+ Guest • Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to event shall be billed full price

POOLSIDE SCREENING: Fri, 22 Jun & 20 Jul • 7pm In alignment with the Singapore Copyright Act, The British Club will no longer be publishing the movie screening details in the Club magazine. To find out the screening details, please refer to the notices around the club or visit our website. In addition, we will not include movie images. We would like to thank you for your understanding in this matter.

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

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• SPORTS & FITNESS •

CLASSES Pilates**

SPORTS CONVENORS SPORTS CHAIRMAN Duncan McGilligan 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 Liza Rowan tennis@britishclub.org.sg

CRICKET SECTION Paul McNee cricket@britishclub.org.sg

SWIMMING SECTION Rebecca Turley/David Green swimming@britishclub.org.sg

FOOTBALL SECTION Steven Hodge/Nick Challoner/Paul Hackett football@britishclub.org.sg

TAEKWONDO SECTION Adam Slater

taekwondo@britishclub.org.sg RUGBY SECTION Simon Goodman

Instructor: Melanie Azlan

Monday & Friday • 8:30am to 9:30am | Thursday • 9am to 10am

$20 per session*

Spa & Pilates Package | Saturday • 8:30am to 9:30am 1 Session Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $128* 3 Sessions Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $348* 5 Sessions Sports Massage (60mins) with Pilates Class (60mins) @ $528* Yoga Class**

Instructor: Paulina Buck & Camilla

Monday • 9:30am to 10:30am & Wednesday • 9:30am to 11am Friday • 9:30am to 10:30am | Saturday • 10:35am to 12:05pm

$20 per session*

Running Group**

Instructor: Kevin Leong

Monday • 7pm to 8pm

$20 per session*

Family Zumba Class**

Instructor: Sas Thayalan

Monday • 7pm to 8pm

$30 per session*

Aqua Boot Camp**

Instructor: Kelvin Leong

Monday • 10am to 11am

$20 per session*

Boot Camp**

Instructor: Eileen Tan

Mondays • 8pm to 9pm | Thursdays 7pm to 8pm

$30 per session*

Muay Thai Kickboxing**

Instructor: Eric Shia

Tuesday • 9am to 10:15 am Tuesday • 6pm to 7:15pm (Advanced)

$50 per session* $160 per month*

ABT Class**

Instructor: Eileen Tan

Tuesday • 7:15pm to 8:15pm

$30 per session*

Aqua Bike**

Instructor: Kristel Heather

Tuesday • 1st session – 8:30am to 9:30am | 2nd session – 10am to 11am

$45 per person* (1 session) • $170 monthly package* Water Aerobics**

Instructor: Kelvin Leong

Wednesday • 10am to 11am

$20 per session*

TRX Training**

Instructor: Eileen Tan

Wednesday • 7pm to 8pm

$30 per session*

Aqua Running**

Instructor: Kevin Leong

Wednesday • 9am to 10am

$20 per session*

Junior Fitness Group Coaching**

Instructor: Kelly Chan

Sunday • 10am to 11am (8 – 11 years old) | 11am to 12pm (12 – 16 years old) $30 per session* Aqua Box Fit**

Instructor: Kelvin Leong

Friday • 10am to 11am

$20 per session*

Children Ballet Classes**

Instructor: Julniee Tan

Friday • 4:15pm to 5:15pm (3 – 5 years old) | 5:15pm to 6:15pm (6 – 8 years old)

$31 per session*

rugby@britishclub.org.sg NOTE: Members are advised to book one week in advance to secure a slot for each class. * Fee is exclusive of 7% GST • ** Charges will be imposed for no-show.

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

LOOKING TO SHED THOSE EXTRA KILOS? Then start taking up personal training at The British Club with any of our friendly Fitness Trainers.

Let them help you identify your goals and achieve them.

1 session*

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5 sessions*

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10 sessions*

$80+ $375+ $700+

Group Training (Minimum of 2 persons) $45+ per person* Junior induction (Children aged 12 to 15 years old) 5 sessions* for $300+ Sports Rehabilitation $90+ per person* Kindly call 6410 1151 or email sports@britishclub.org.sg for more information. * 1 hour per session

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• SPORTS & FITNESS • SQUASH:

FRIDAY NIGHT HEROES

By The Boaster

The squash section made the strategic decision to limit our entry to the Singapore SRA inter-club competition to the Veterans’ section this year, and that is a choice that has paid early dividends.

We opened our season against the professors of NUSS and proved our geometry and knowledge of the laws of motion greater than theirs with a thumping 4-0 win. Neil Frith, Mark Golding, Craig Telmer and Ashley Nicholas were the heroes of the day and BC led the league.

A week later, we took on Bedok at the British Club in the Good Friday fixture. Matt Gyde, Andrew Marshall (our captain), Ashley and Liam Douglas all played with everyone except Liam winning. BC 3 – Bedok 1 and BC were sitting at second place.

Week 3 saw us take on the Dutch Club at home. Jamie Salamon, Matt Gyde, Ian Bowler and Raymond Kwee played but this time only Raymond managed a win. BC is now fourth but we are still confident of a semi-final place at the end of the league.

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• SPORTS & FITNESS • SWIMMING:

NEPTUNE LEAGUE 1

Conor Whelan

By Rebecca Turley

Aiko Arvanitis

The first Neptune League of the season was hosted by The Tanglin Club on 23 Mar. 26 British Club Barracudas travelled to compete against Swiss Club, SICC, Hollandse Club and Tanglin Club. The Neptune Leagues are always very competitive and the standard of swimming is very high. The Barracudas were amazing and came home with an impressive medal count of 43 Gold, 29 Silver and 6 Bronze.

Special mention at this meet goes to Conor Whelan and Aiko Arvanitis.

Conor Whelan: Silver in Fly, Gold in Free and Gold in both relays.

Aiko Arvanitis: Bronze in Fly, Silver in Free and Gold in both relays.

Well done to all our swimmers who represented the British Club, you were all fabulous.

“Barracudas, Barracudas GO, GO, GO! Always training so we’re never slow, slow, slow, We strive to win, and never give in, So Barracudas, Barracudas, GO, GO, GO!”

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• SPORTS & FITNESS • SWIMMING:

MERLION LEAGUE 2

By Rebecca Turley

The Barracudas had a very early start, (7.15am Warm Up!) on 1 Apr as they travelled to Warren Golf and Country Club for the second of the Merlion Meets. The young Barracudas team swam against teams from American Club, Marsden Swim School, Tanglin Club and Warren Golf and Country Club. As ever, the Barracudas, led by Coach Rico and Coach Julian, showed that British Club swimming is very strong and great fun too! 21 swimmers took part in the event and brought home 28 Gold, 10 Silver and 6 Bronze.

Special mention for this meet goes to Francesca Masi who won Silver in 100m Free, Silver in 100m Breaststroke and together with her team brought home Gold in the relay.

To Francesca and all the Barracudas, well done and ‘Just keep swimming’.

“Barracudas, Barracudas GO, GO, GO! Always training so we’re never slow, slow, slow, We strive to win, and never give in, So Barracudas, Barracudas, GO, GO, GO!”

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• SPORTS & FITNESS • FOOTBALL:

BCFC TAKES ON THAILAND!

By Paul Hackett

As is always the tradition, we embarked on our usual pilgrimage for the 1st tour in April! Destination this time, Thailand, Patong to be precise, despite a vast abundance of Thai hospitality being available, we instead decided upon the Yorkshire Inn! The tourists [16 strong] included a mix of old hands and new virgin tourists, with Henry Skues and Jamie Thuillier bring their respective fathers ages down to an impressive 48 on an average basis! Perhaps for the first time ever, we were undertaking a joint tour with the Shanghai Emeralds, a team which our very own Alan Jope played for [loose terms, probably turned up to watch…] before he saw the light, moved to Singapore and joined a proper footballing team!

Despite Jopey being a member, the Emerald boys proved to be a great bunch of lads, and their approach to football and the weekend seemed to be perfectly aligned to our touring strategy! With some 34 tourists descending on Patong with matching shirts, it was fair to say that Patong was lost the footballing sections rather than we were lost to Patong!

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Rich availed himself of a couple of Chang’s and set about sorting logistics and pitches, delivering a great round robin of 7 aside on a very good astro pitch that ultimately saw the BCFC field two teams and the Shanghai boys one. The winners ended up being the red BCFC team, with Paddy losing and surprisingly only delivering 15 shots per game with the outside of his boot, scoring once, which I think was an own goal.

No one seemed to enjoy this more than Bryan, our travelling KIWI who has been rehydrating all day, he like so many others was relieved to see that Paddy wouldn’t be collecting silverware that day, nor would Smithy, who decided to ‘retire’ after the first 20 minute game, on small pitches, in the shade having made one save out of 20 possibles! Clearly feeling the heat!

With all great tours comes great organisation and planning.

The kits masters being Messrs. Challoner and Hodges, made their biggest [perhaps only?] contribution to the tour. The Orange strips [are we the Dutch Club?] were both striking and needless to say, NOT clashing with anything else being worn during the weekend. The normal pool side issuance took place, and the ‘names’ will be forever held in the memory of those in attendance!

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The second day saw the tournament start, Rich had pre-arranged the games at the BITS [British International Thailand School] and we were to play in a 4 team competition. We had the Shanghai Emeralds, the BITS own team and a local Thai team to make up the league. The first game saw a 1-0 victory against the BITS team, a fine goal from Jamie T was the difference. We then faced the local team on what was the biggest pitch ever played only a touring team and with Smithy in nets we went down to a 4-1 defeat with a goal form…. as a consolation. The last game against Shanghai Emeralds, was a must win to achieve runner up status, Jopey already carrying an injury, [about 12 pints form the night before] – had also felt his calf – a surprise as we never seen him stretch that before! So we could expect a cameo at best, but when Challoner ‘proper did him’ with a bouncing ball, that Jopey attacked, missed and then turned like the QE2 to try and recover from, we knew we were already winners!

The final result in the last game was 2-1 and the runners up position was ours!

We celebrated the last evening as a mixed touring squad, thanks to Stewie Frame’s arrangements, with a thai banquet, MOM of the match awards and as usual the dreaded tour fines being dished out, collected and at times challenged – much to the cost and disappointment of the challenger! MOM for the BCFC was a Thuillier – and no not Robin! Fines of note went to Rich, Bryan, Paddy, Kenny, Smithy, Henry and Andy Skues, Robin & Jamie Thuillier, Hodgey, Challoner [both Senior!] Framey, Kenny, Jan, and of course me!

A great tour and if you would like to be part of the fun, please contact the Club to get in touch with one of the BCFC committee.

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• SPORTS & FITNESS • TENNIS:

KEEP YOUR WITS ABOUT YOU

by Nikki Kemp

Spring is over and so is another Women’s Interclub Tennis Singapore (WITS) season. But we don’t rest on our laurels once the trophies have been handed out, we train until the summer holidays come around and then we are back on court in August to get ready for the new season start in September. With the inevitable June/July exodus of families from Singapore, we are looking for more ladies to join us in our quest for tennis greatness!

Currently, we have 5 teams spanning 8 WITS divisions. From our enthusiastic beginner competi-tion team in D division through to the more seasoned (but certainly not jaded) team in Premier B, there really is a playing level for everyone!

So whether you are new to tennis, have played a bit but never been brave enough to join a team or you’re experienced and looking to dust off the old racquet in the closet, we have a team for you.

With a great team of coaches from Europe, South America, Asia and Australia we really are spoilt for choice on experience and coaching styles. Not only will you improve your fitness and court skills, tennis at the Club offers the opportunity to meet like-minded ladies and make new friends.

Contact our tennis convener Liza for more information - tennis@britishclub.org.sg

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• RECIPROCAL CLUB SPOTLIGHT •

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Aspria Royal La Rasante wellness centre offers a range of relaxing treatments and includes free access to the wellness facilities. There are 7 outdoor tennis courts and a spacious fitness centre which also offers classes.

Guests can also enjoy a continental-style breakfast including pastries, fresh bread and freshly-squeezed fruit juices. The restaurant serves a range of salads, pasta dishes and regional specialities.

The centre of Brussels, featuring the Grand Place, is just over 6 km from the club and is a 15-minute drive from Brussels Airport.

For more information, you may visit their website: http://www.aspria.com/en/clubs/aspria-brussels-royal-larasante/

Aspria Royal La Rasante Rue Sombre 56, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium Phone: +3226091910 Email: info@royallarasante.be

To find out more about our Reciprocal Clubs, kindly secure a copy of the Reciprocal Passport from the Club Reception desk. Applications to visit a particular Reciprocal Club can also be made by approaching any of the Member Relations staff at the Reception desk. With over 80 Reciprocal Clubs around the world, there are no shortage of destinations to explore.

Start your journey today!

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