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PAST EVENTS

LAKES TRIP Wednesday 29th September

It was our very first Lakes Trip for Rachel and myself. With the build up from the members of the previous trips, we were greatly anticipating the experience. Some great advice (special thanks to Helen) had been received on what to take if you were swimming (Rachel was, but I wasn’t).

This time the coach was on time and after the usual pick up points, 39 members and friends were comfortably transported to the very nice restaurant ‘La Finca de la Motta’ just outside Alhaurin de Grande. Think just about everyone partook of a drink and a pre ordered bacon sarnie, whilst sitting in their lovely large outdoor patio area.

So back on the coach and onwards to the lakes area, with some beautiful scenery to be seen. We were then dropped right by a large restaurant and opposite this were the access steps which led down to the lake for the swimmers. The water of the lake was quite low and the steps down ended and you had 20 metres or so of quite awkward stones to negotiate. About 12 members swam and the water temperature was really quite acceptable and I must admit I regretted I had not done so.

People then headed off for a leisurely lunch in either of the restaurants. The Mirador, 200 or so metres up the road, offered some simply fabulous views out across the lake.

Then it was time to board the coach for the return journey, quite nice not having to drive yourself and so you are able to take in the great views of the Spanish countryside and the pretty villages.

Thanks to Di Hackett for arranging this great ICE Club coach trip, and I will certainly be swimming next year.

Submitted by Alan Lucas Thanks also to Alan Lucas, Dave Hackett and Doug Proctor for some wonderful photographs. Definitely the one above gets my vote as the most serene. Ed.

GOLF - AUTUMN CUP

For the first time, the Autumn Cup competition was held at Azata golf. The course is situated in a very elevated position at the end of the road above the new Estepona hospital. A number of those playing had never played there before so it presented a real challenge. Twenty four golfers teed off at 9.00 am from five different holes. Everyone was using a buggy as the changes in elevation and distances between holes were often quite demanding. The weather was excellent for golf with plenty of sun and light winds. The course was presented in very good condition and the greens were especially well prepared. It was generally agreed that we had been subjected to a good test of golf. Arriving back with serious thirsts the nineteenth hole was a delightful area outside the new clubhouse with excellent views all round. As we had a total of fifty people including the non-golfers who were there for the lunch and the rest of the day, we monopolized the area and the seating. Everyone enjoyed the prelunch drinks before we all sat down in the first floor level restaurant with magnificent views to the sea and mountains. Following a three course lunch with plenty of good humour, the winning prizes were presented. The two main ones were the men and ladies' winners. Paul Foster and Jackie McMurtry won the relative trophies and other 'goodies'. Well done to them. Our cup day was the biggest event that Azata had staged and they were delighted that we had enjoyed a very good day at their venue. I know we will be welcome again! Submitted by Peter Henry

ANNUAL WALKING TREASURE HUNT Saturday, 9th October

Well before the event I was worried about the number of members signed up to take part, ‘what’s the use of worrying,’ 8 extra couples turned up on the day, good job I printed off extra copies of the quiz forms. So in all 20 couples took part, 40 people converging on bar Talone for the start.

What a great day weather wise, warm and sunny, and all eager after having a coffee to get going, what a strange sight for onlookers, all those people looking thoroughly lost and roaming around in circles. However, it was good to see ‘most’ returning on completion with happy smiling faces. The walk was again focussed on the old town of Estepona this time in the ‘booze and nosh’ culinary area which was unknown by some members. You would not go hungry or thirsty as some members found out during the event later having lunch at various establishments.

I was accused by one member for having cost him a fortune during this event as his wife found how fabulous the shop ‘knickknack’ s’ was and therefore had a spend up, well at least he also got that clue right! So come the end of the event it felt great having members saying how much they enjoyed the morning so looks like I will be looking again next year for another interesting area for treasure hunt to take place.

Submitted by Terry Smith

The winners as follows:

First:

Caroline Williams and Sue, won 40€ restaurant voucher

Second:

Doug and Joanna Mitchell, won 30€ restaurant voucher

Third:

Bridget Barbara and Christine,won 20€ restaurant voucher

Pictured here is a very happy Bridget receiving her 3rd Prize Voucher

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LANCASHIRE SUPPER

Thanks to Maggie we had a totally different social evening at the Clubhouse on October 23rd - a Lancashire-themed supper. As Gracie Fields and George Formby were unfortunately unavailable, two comediennes calling themselves Ladies that Larf were introduced to us. They did their best to entertain us cabaret-style with sketches from popular TV programmes, such as Ab Fab, the Vicar of Dibley, Victoria Wood, and many more, while we enjoyed a 3-course Lancashire-themed meal, including of course the famous Hotpot. Our thanks are due to Danny and Renee Hackston for rising to the challenge of catering for a total of over 40 diners, especially as a large number of extra guests were added at very short notice by the cabaret stars, which meant extra last-minute shopping for the increased number. As always, it all came right on the night. We were fed and entertained, and what more could we want? Well done and thank you to all concerned.

Submitted by Ken Holloway

Margaret & Vic would like to wish all our ICE friends A Very Happy Christmas and a Healthy 2022, wherever you are.

FESTIVE FAYRE

A great morning at the Clubhouse with fun games, super cakes, flowers and lots more, all of which raised around 700 Euros for club funds! Some of the winners are shown here Richard won Quoits Anne McIntosh won the Shove Halfpenny Rob won highest darts score and Audrey won on Vic's lucky number.

Thanks to Sue Potter for these photos of some special memories of recent ‘Rambles’. Ed.